About Dr. Sandra Johnson, MD
Sandra Marchese Johnson received her certification from the American Board of Dermatology in 2000. She was raised in northeast Ohio, graduating from Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine in 1996.
After residency at UAMS, she served as the UAMS Director of Dermatology Clinical Trials and supervisor of cosmetic training for dermatology residents.She has 2 patents for the novel treatments for warts, co-authored a book about warts, participated in more than 30 clinical trials, and published more than 60 scientific articles.
Tips & Wisdom
At Johnson Dermatology, we typically encourage you to practice sun smart behaviors and limit your exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light. This is because UV light causes mutations in the skin that may lead to skin cancer AND lowers your immunity/inflammation in the skin. Some people however suffer from too much inflammation in their skin. These conditions include but are not limited to atopic dermatitis/eczema, psoriasis, pruritus/itching, and vitiligo. Phototherapy is the use of light to trea...
Patient Education Resources
Yes, you can switch biologic medications for psoriasis if one is not working effectively. Biologic medications are a class of drugs that target specific parts of the immune system that are involved in...
The cost of getting a tattoo and the cost of having it removed can vary depending on several factors such as the size, location, and complexity of the tattoo, as well as the experience and reputation ...
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...
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...
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...
Education & Training
- Internship: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
- Other Training: Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine
Professional Affiliations
Johnson Dermatology
Our entire team is dedicated to providing highest quality of dermatologic and cosmetic care to preserve the beauty of healthy skin.
Dr. Brad Johnson, Dr. Sandy Johnson and Dr. Garrett Nelson, board certified dermatologists, are medical doctors specially trained to recognize and treat problems of the skin, hair, and nails. Nina Copeland, our nurse practitioner, has more than 8 years of clinical experience and specializes in cosmetic and surgical dermatology. Honey Schaumburg, our physician assistant, is certified in Dermatology and specializes in customized medical dermatology treatments. Dr. Amy Hudson our board certified Dermatopathologist.
Dr. Brad Johnson and Dr. Garrett Nelson are surgeons who specializes in skin cancer and offers Mohs micrographic surgery, the treatment with the highest cure rate for the most common forms of skin cancer.