Dr. John Southard, Jr., MD


Physician
Dermatology

Westgate Dermatology and Laser Center, P.A.
1345 B Westgate Center Drive
Winston Salem, North Carolina 27103
For an appointment, call (336) 768-1280
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About Dr. John Southard, Jr., MD

John K. Southard, Jr. M.D. is a board certified Dermatologist with over 40 years of experience in Dermatology. Dr. Southard completed his undergraduate training at University of Massachusetts. He received his M.D. from Boston University and completed his Dermatology training at the University of North Carolina. Dr. Southard has practiced Dermatology in Winston Salem since 1973 and specializes in all diseases of the skin. He has a specific interest in Laser therapy for a variety of skin disorders.

Patient Education Resources

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...
How can Botox® improve my appearance?
Botox® (botulinum toxin type A) is a medication that is primarily used to temporarily paralyze specific muscles in the face and body.It is most often used to improve the appearance of wrinkles and...
What can reduce the appearance of my acne scars?
Acne scars can be treated with a variety of methods, including:Topical treatments: Topical creams and gels containing ingredients such as retinoids, hydroquinone, and vitamin C can help to reduce the ...
What is the treatment for skin cancer?
Treatment for skin cancer will depend on the type and stage of the cancer, as well as the location and size of the tumor, and the patient's overall health. The main treatment options for skin canc...
What medications are used to treat acne?
There are several medications that can be used to treat acne, including:Topical retinoids (e.g. tretinoin, adapalene)Topical antibiotics (e.g. clindamycin, erythromycin)Topical benzoyl peroxideOral an...

Westgate Dermatology and Laser Center, P.A.

Westgate Dermatology and Laser Center, P.A. has 7 providers on staff to address your needs. Dr. Paul Kostuchenko, or "Dr. K" as he prefers to be called, is board certified in both Dermatology and Dermatopathology and has extensive experience in all aspects of dermatological care including acne, laser hair removal, Mohs surgery, botox, and much more. Dr. John K. Southard, Jr. is board certified in Dermatology and offers over 40 years of expertise in the field. Dr. Jenny Stone, a board-certified dermatologist, is a Fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon and focuses primarily on dermatological surgery. Sallie White, PA-C is a Physician Assistant who graduated from the Wake Forest University School of Medicine Physician Assistant program and has been practicing in Dermatology since 2002. Kristine Bennett, PA-C is a Physician Assistant with over 20 years of experience, with over 14 years in Dermatology. Anne Tyson Edwards, PA-C is a Physician Assistant who earned her undergraduate degree at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and graduated from the Wake Forest University School of Medicine Physician Assistant program. Lyndsey Saunders, PA-C is a graduate from the Wake Forest Physician Assistant Program. She received her undergraduate Bachelor of Science degree from Virginia Tech, graduating Magna Cum Laude. She has practiced Dermatology since graduation and has a special interest in Pediatric Dermatology.  Trish Richert, L.E., our Aesthetician, offers many cosmetic services including medical level skin care and laser treatments.