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 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...
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 ...
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...
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...
How can a dermatologist make me appear more youthful?
A dermatologist can make you appear more youthful by using a variety of treatments, such as:Topical creams and serums that contain ingredients like retinoids and hyaluronic acid to improve skin textur...
A dermatologist can make you appear more youthful by using a variety of treatments, such as:Topical creams and serums that contain ingredients like retinoids and hyaluronic acid to improve skin textur...
How can I reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea?
There are several ways to reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea:Avoiding triggers: Triggers such as sun exposure, wind, high temperatures, stress, spicy foods, and alcohol, can worsen the symptoms...
There are several ways to reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea:Avoiding triggers: Triggers such as sun exposure, wind, high temperatures, stress, spicy foods, and alcohol, can worsen the symptoms...
Education & Training
- Fellowship: National Cancer Institute
- Residency: University of Virginia
- Internship: Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
- Medical School: University of Virginia School of Medicine