Dr. Joseph Payne, MD
Atlanta, Georgia 30342
Medical Expertise of Dr. Joseph Payne, MD
In addition to having a special interest in acne scar treatment, he’s also one of our extremely skilled and highly experienced Mohs skin cancer removal surgeons.
About Dr. Joseph Payne, MD
Dr. Payne maintains two board certifications. He is dual certified in both Dermatology as well as Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery (Mohs) by the American Board of Dermatology. He routinely performs clinical research within the areas of psoriasis and atopic dermatitis. Dr. Payne is also active in the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, and the American Contact Dermatitis Society.
Conditions Treated
Patient Education Resources
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 ...
Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes red, scaly patches on the skin. It affects about 2-3% of the population. People with psoriasis are at an increased risk of developing a form of arthri...
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 treatment for severe atopic dermatitis will depend on the individual case, but it may include a combination of the following:Topical corticosteroids: Topical corticosteroids can be used to reduce ...
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...
Education & Training
Before joining Dermatology Associates of Atlanta in 2007, Dr. Joseph Payne received his Doctorate of Medicine from Duke University School of Medicine and completed his residency in dermatology at the George Washington University Hospital. In 2001, Dr. Payne joined the United States Navy, achieving the rank of Lieutenant Commander and serving as the Department Head of Dermatology at Naval Hospital Jacksonville. He is now a partner at Dermatology Associates of Atlanta.
Professional Affiliations
Dermatology Assoc. of Atlantla
Dermatology Associates of Atlanta (DAA) is a comprehensive dermatology practice with ten distinct specialty centers. As your “skin care home,” we offer a wide variety of treatments for the skin, hair, and nails, from skin cancer and acne treatments to non-surgical fat reduction and body contouring. Our practice includes board-certified dermatologists, physician assistants, and numerous other experienced providers to meet all of your individual dermatological needs. Our state-of-the-art technology, including Emsculpt® muscle toning and fat reduction and LaseMD™ minimally invasive skin rejuvenation, is designed to deliver maximum results while minimizing downtime.