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

Acne Medication Savings
Click on the medication image to access medication savings from the manufacturer. In most cases, this form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the medication from the pharmacy. ...
Does Coolsculpting® really work?
CoolSculpting® is a non-surgical, non-invasive procedure that uses a device to cool targeted areas of fat, causing the fat cells to freeze and die. Over time, the body naturally eliminates these d...
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 ...
Does the food I eat affect my acne?
There is some evidence to suggest that diet can play a role in the development of acne. Studies have found that a diet high in sugar and processed foods can increase the risk of developing acne. Diets...
What is microneedling?
Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure that involves using a device with fine needles to create tiny punctures in the skin. The needles are typically between 0.5mm and 2.5mm in length, and are used to ...

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.