Dr. John Abernethy, MD


Physician
Dermatology

The Skin Surgery Center
1450 Professional Park Drive
Winston Salem, North Carolina 27103
For an appointment, call (336) 724-2434
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Medical Expertise of Dr. John Abernethy, MD

Diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, rosacea, psoriasis and skin cancer.

About Dr. John Abernethy, MD

Dr. John Abernethy received his B.S., M.D. and Ph.D. from Duke University. He completed a Fellowship in Dermatopathology at both the Bowman Gray School of Medicine, Wake Forest University and the Institute of Dermatopathology, Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Abernethy has served on the faculties of Duke University Medical Center, University of South Alabama Department of Pathology and the University of Pittsburgh Department of Pathology and Dermatology. He joined The Skin Surgery Center as Director of the Paraffin Lab in July of 2007.

Patient Education Resources

Does the acne on my back and chest require different treatment from the acne on my face?
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
How do I find out if I have skin cancer?
The best way to find out if you have skin cancer is to have a skin examination performed by a healthcare professional such as a dermatologist. They will visually inspect your skin for any suspicious m...
What are the best sunscreens?
The best sunscreens are those that provide broad-spectrum protection, which means they protect against both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. They should also have an SPF (sun protecti...
What are the possible treatments for my actinic keratoses?
Actinic keratoses (AKs) are precancerous skin lesions that can develop into squamous cell carcinoma, a type of skin cancer. Treatment options for AKs include:Cryotherapy: This procedure involves freez...
What is the treatment for nail fungus?
Treatment for nail fungus (onychomycosis) can be challenging, as the fungus can be difficult to eliminate and may recur. Treatment options include:Topical antifungal medication: Over-the-counter antif...

The Skin Surgery Center

Since 2001, we have provided exceptional care and personalized service for patients of all ages. We also offer a wide-range of general and cosmetic dermatology services. Patients experience the highest quality skin care possible by our highly trained physicians and staff.