Dr. Jonathan Weiss, MD
Physician
Dermatology
Specialty
Cosmetic Dermatology
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Dr. Weiss specializes in medical dermatology and dermatology research. He has particular expertise in the treatment of actinic keratosis (pre-cancer), photodamage, psoriasis, rosacea, infectious disease, and skin cancer. He also performs cosmetic dermatology procedures.
About Dr. Jonathan Weiss, MD
Dr. Jonathan Weiss, MD is a board-certified dermatologist providing care to patients in the Atlanta area at Georgia Dermatology Partners.
Dr. Weiss has received the Physician Recognition Award from American Medical Association and American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), received a Presidential Citation Award from the AAD and has been a Castle-Connolly Top Doctor since 2001.
Dr. Jonathan Weiss also serves as adjunct assistant clinical professor of Dermatology at Emory University School of Medicine, lectures regularly to dermatology professionals at national meetings, and has authored or co-authored over 70 medical and dermatology publications in several journals.
He formerly served as President of the Atlanta Dermatological Association and the Georgia Society of Dermatologists, is on the Board of Trustees and Executive Committee for the Dermatology Foundation, and is a member of Medical Association of Georgia.
He is a reviewer and member of the Editorial Board of the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology (JAAD) and a reviewer for several other medical journals.
Dr. Weiss has received the Physician Recognition Award from American Medical Association and American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), received a Presidential Citation Award from the AAD and has been a Castle-Connolly Top Doctor since 2001.
Dr. Jonathan Weiss also serves as adjunct assistant clinical professor of Dermatology at Emory University School of Medicine, lectures regularly to dermatology professionals at national meetings, and has authored or co-authored over 70 medical and dermatology publications in several journals.
He formerly served as President of the Atlanta Dermatological Association and the Georgia Society of Dermatologists, is on the Board of Trustees and Executive Committee for the Dermatology Foundation, and is a member of Medical Association of Georgia.
He is a reviewer and member of the Editorial Board of the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology (JAAD) and a reviewer for several other medical journals.
Tips & Wisdom
Are Over the Counter Acne Medications Good Enough?
Acne is the most common skin disease, afflicting 85% of the American population at some point in their lives. For some individuals, acne may be persistent or severe enough to cause scarring and warrant prescription therapy. In many circumstances, however, acne is a relatively mild affliction that can be treated with over-the-counter (OTC) medications. The two main ingredients in OTC acne preparations are salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide. Salicylic acid is commonly found in acne washes a...
Acne is the most common skin disease, afflicting 85% of the American population at some point in their lives. For some individuals, acne may be persistent or severe enough to cause scarring and warrant prescription therapy. In many circumstances, however, acne is a relatively mild affliction that can be treated with over-the-counter (OTC) medications. The two main ingredients in OTC acne preparations are salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide. Salicylic acid is commonly found in acne washes a...
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 ...
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 Does Isotretinoin Work to Treat Acne?
Isotretinoin, previously marketed as Accutane, is a medication that is used to treat severe cystic acne that has not responded to other treatments. Isotretinoin is a form of vitamin A and works by ...
Isotretinoin, previously marketed as Accutane, is a medication that is used to treat severe cystic acne that has not responded to other treatments. Isotretinoin is a form of vitamin A and works by ...
What are some basic acne skin care tips?
Here are some basic acne skin care tips that may help to reduce the appearance and severity of acne:Cleanse your skin gently: Use a mild, non-abrasive cleanser to wash your face twice a day. Avoid usi...
Here are some basic acne skin care tips that may help to reduce the appearance and severity of acne:Cleanse your skin gently: Use a mild, non-abrasive cleanser to wash your face twice a day. Avoid usi...
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...
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 atopic dermatitis?
Atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition that causes dry, itchy, and scaly skin. The condition is characterized by symptoms such as:Dry, itchy skin: The skin ...
Atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition that causes dry, itchy, and scaly skin. The condition is characterized by symptoms such as:Dry, itchy skin: The skin ...
Education & Training
- Bachelor of Science, University of Michigan with Highest Distinction, 1980
- Medical degree, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, 1984
- Internship, Internal Medicine, University of Michigan, 1984-85
- Dermatology Training, University of Michigan, 1985-88
- Chief Resident, University of Michigan, Department of Dermatology, 1987-88
Professional Affiliations
Georgia Dermatology Partners
Georgia Dermatology Partners, PC wants you to feel good in your skin! That’s why we take a comprehensive Total Skin Care approach to skincare. We provide caring, personalized, highly professional general and surgical dermatology care for infants, children, adolescents and adults of all ages. We compliment those services by offering cosmetic procedures such as Botox, Dermal Fillers and Chemical Peels. This allows our patients to have the best treatment options possible for all their skincare needs and concerns – all under the direct care and supervision of board certified dermatologists.