Atlanta, Georgia
Documents care for skin of color, Black skin, Skin of Color Society, African American skin on its own website.
In the practice's own words
Black dermatologist
Shown because the practice says so on its own website. We never guess anyone's race.
Quoted from buckheaddermatology.com, checked Nov 4, 2026. Follow each link to read it in context.
…Skin Discoloration Treatment for melasma, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, and uneven tone in skin of color.…Source: home page
…Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (skin discoloration/dark spots) These dark or spots are common in black skin.…Source: /atlanta-dermatology-services/
…She is an active member of the Skin of Color Society .…Source: home page
…Straughn has advanced training and experience in African-American skin and expertise in treating all skin hues and hair textures.…Source: home page
…Conditions like hyperpigmentation, melasma, keloids, razor bumps, and acne can behave differently depending on skin tone.…Source: home page
…DPN Dermatosis papulosa nigra (DPN) is a benign skin condition common among black patients.…Source: /atlanta-dermatology-services/
…Acne inflammation can leave areas of discoloration known as post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, particularly in darker skin tones.…Source: /acne-treatments-atlanta/
…She thoroughly understands the sensitivities associated with the treatment of: keloids, melasma, vitiligo, and ingrown hair.…Source: home page
…Chemical Peels Medical-grade chemical peels to treat acne, hyperpigmentation, and uneven skin tone.…Source: home page
…Skin Discoloration Treatment for melasma, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, and uneven tone in skin of color.…Source: home page
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| Provider | Credential | Specialty | NPI | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sherrie-ann Straughn | MD | Dermatology | 1477569085 | GA 033207 |
Decatur, Georgia
(770) 233-7281
Black-owned, in the practice's own words
Stockbridge, Georgia
(770) 268-2553
Black-owned, in the practice's own words
Decatur, Georgia
(770) 389-9116
Black-owned, in the practice's own words
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