Virginia Rutledge Forney M.D.
Dermatologist | Procedural Dermatology
3131 Maple Dr Ne Suite102 Atlanta GA, 30305About
Dr. Virginia Forney is a dermatologist practicing in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Forney specializes in skin care. Dermatologists evaluate and manage both common and uncommon skin conditions. These conditions include acne, psoriasis, warts, skin infections, atopic dermatitis, herpes simplex and more. Dermatologists are also experts in more complex skin diseases like impetigo, hidradenitis and milaria. Dr. Forney diagnoses skin problems and develops unique treatments plans for each individual patient.
Education and Training
Duke University Management Science 1974
Emory University School Of Medicine M.D. 1996
Board Certification
DermatologyAmerican Board of DermatologyABD
Provider Details
Awards
- President’s Award for Service 2006 Medical Association of Atlanta
- Top Doctors 2010-17 Atlanta
- Patients’ Choice Award 2010 2010 Patients’ Choice
Treatments
- Top Doctors
- Cosmetic Dermatology
- Laser Treatments
- Skin Conditions
- General Dermtalogic Surgery
Professional Memberships
- Professional Member American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery
- Professional Member American Medical Association
- Professional Member American Academy of Dermatology
- Professional Member American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
- Professional Member Georgia Society of Dermatologists
- Professional Member Medical Association of Atlanta
- Professional Member Atlanta Dermatological Association
- Professional Member Medical Association of Georgia
- Professional Member Women’s Dermatological Society
Virginia Rutledge Forney M.D.'s Practice location
Marietta, GA 30068Get Direction
Alpharetta, GA 30009Get Direction
Atlanta, GA 30312Get Direction
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