Medical Expertise of Dr. William Sumner, MD
Diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, rosacea, psoriasis and skin cancer.
About Dr. William Sumner, MD
Dr. William T. Sumner began practicing here in 2000 and specializes in General Dermatology with interests in skin cancer, acne, eczema/atopic dermatitis and psoriasis. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and is Board Certified in Dermatology. Dr. Sumner sees patients of all ages, taking a caring, thoughtful approach that addresses their individual concerns. He is married with three children and enjoys sailing, hiking, acting and singing. In fact, Dr. Sumner used to act professionally and played leading roles in many local community theatre productions.
Patient Education Resources
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The best way to find out if you have skin cancer is to have a skin examination performed by a healthcare professional such as a dermatologist. They will visually inspect your skin for any suspicious m...
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Education & Training
Medical School:
Duke University School of Medicine
Internship:
Internal Medicine, Duke University Medical Center
Residency:
Dermatology, Duke University Medical Center
Board Certified:
American Board of Dermatology
Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology
Professional Affiliations
Dermatology Group of the Carolinas
Since 1991, Dermatology Group of the Carolinas has been providing comprehensive, dermatologic care to each of our patients with compassion, professionalism, and expertise. We specialize in treating all diseases of the skin, hair, and nails as well as promoting the healthy look of beautiful skin. Our goal is to set the standard for dermatological care in this region.
We are one of the largest dermatology practices in the Carolinas, serving residents in Cabarrus, Rowan and surrounding counties for over twenty-seven years. As of July 2018, we are also pleased to be serving the patients in the Lake Norman area of Huntersville. Most importantly our physicians and staff treat each patient with respect and compassion. We take pride in providing comprehensive care in a professional environment with a caring staff.