Medical Expertise of Dr. Robert Swerlick, MD
Dr. Robert Swerlick specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, psoriasis and skin cancer.
About Dr. Robert Swerlick, MD
Dr. Robert Swerlick, MD is a board-certified Atlanta dermatologist providing care to patients at Emory University School of Medicine in the Department of Dermatology.
Dr. Swerklick serves as the Head of the Dermatology Section at The Emory Clinic, Inc. and has a staff physician in the Division of Dermatology and Teledermatology at the Atlanta VA Medical Center.
Dr. Swerklick also serves as staff physician in the Dermatology Division of Grady Memorial Hospital.
Dr. Swerlick is the recipient of many awards including "Best Doctors in America" (2009) and Dermatology Excellence in Teaching Award (2005).
Dr. Swerlick is a member of several esteemed professional organizations, including the Society for Investigative Dermatology (SDI), the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), the Medical Dermatology Society, American Society of Contact Dermatitis, American Dermatological Association, Association of Professors of Dermatology, and the Society for Improved Diagnosis in Medicine.
Dr. Swerklick serves as the Head of the Dermatology Section at The Emory Clinic, Inc. and has a staff physician in the Division of Dermatology and Teledermatology at the Atlanta VA Medical Center.
Dr. Swerklick also serves as staff physician in the Dermatology Division of Grady Memorial Hospital.
Dr. Swerlick is the recipient of many awards including "Best Doctors in America" (2009) and Dermatology Excellence in Teaching Award (2005).
Dr. Swerlick is a member of several esteemed professional organizations, including the Society for Investigative Dermatology (SDI), the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), the Medical Dermatology Society, American Society of Contact Dermatitis, American Dermatological Association, Association of Professors of Dermatology, and the Society for Improved Diagnosis in Medicine.
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 is atopic dermatitis different from eczema?
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
What are some treatments to get rid of warts?
The best treatment for warts will depend on the type and location of the wart, as well as the patient's overall health and preferences. Some common treatment options for warts include:Salicylic ac...
The best treatment for warts will depend on the type and location of the wart, as well as the patient's overall health and preferences. Some common treatment options for warts include:Salicylic ac...
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...
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 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...
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
- Fellowship: National Cancer Institute
- Residency: University of Virginia
- Internship: Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
- Medical School: University of Virginia School of Medicine