Dr. Terry Sharpe, MD

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Get to know Dermatologist Dr. Terry Sharpe, who serves patients in McDonough, Georgia.

Dr. Sharpe is a board-certified dermatologist working with patients at her private practice – Bella Dermatology – in McDonough, Georgia. She provides exams, diagnosis, and treatments of all disorders that affect the skin. In addition to training in skin diseases and disorders, she is also trained in cancer screening and pediatrics.

Bella Dermatology provides patients with the most up-to-date technology and medically advanced procedures to give their patients the peace of mind that is often needed when going through a dermatology procedure. They are determined to provide the most innovative and technologically advanced procedures on the market. Their dermatologists and experienced staff know what it takes to make patients feel comfortable and confident.

Receiving her education at some of the top universities in the United States, Dr. Sharpe graduated with her medical degree from University of California San Francisco in 1979. She then went on to complete her internship at Boston University in 1980, and her residency in dermatology at Emory University in 1985.

An expert in her field, she is board-certified in dermatology by the American Board of Dermatology (ABD), which is a voluntary, non-profit, private, autonomous organization formed for the primary purpose of protecting the public interest by establishing and maintaining high standards of training, education, and qualifications of physicians rendering care in dermatology.

Dermatology is the branch of medicine dealing with the skin. The skin is the largest organ of the body. Dermatology is a specialty with both medical and surgical aspects. A dermatologist is a specialist doctor who manages skin diseases and deals with both internal and external causes and some cosmetic concerns involving the skin. Dermatological duties include taking consultations, providing screening tests, and undertaking non-invasive surgical procedures.

Among her most notable achievements, Dr. Sharpe has been the recipient of the Patients’ Choice Award (2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011), Compassionate Doctor Recognition (2015, 2013, 2012, 2011), On-Time Doctor Award (2018, 2016, 2015), Patients’ Choice 5th Anniversary Award (2015), Top 10 Doctor – State (2014), and Top 10 Doctor – Metro Area (2014).

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Top Dermatologist, Terry L. Sharpe, MD, Welcomes Patients at Bella Dermatology LLC in McDonough, Georgia 

Terry L. Sharpe, MD, is a top dermatologist who lends her skills and expertise to serve patients at Bella Dermatology LLC in McDonough, Georgia, which she established in 2011. She can also be found on staff at Emory Healthcare and Kaiser Permanente and is Executive Director of 5LINX Enterprises in Stockbridge, Georgia (2013-present). With thirty-three years of experience as a dermatologist, Dr. Sharpe specializes in tertiary care dermatology, i.e., treating complicated skin diseases in both children and adults, including ethnic skin disease, as well as cosmetic dermatology. Expert procedures include acne surgery and skin cancer surgery. Inspired to go into the medical field by her grandmother, Dr. Sharpe first started out as an internist before switching over to the field of dermatology. As a result of her compassionate attitude, patient centric philosophy, and commitment to excellence in all facets of dermatology,  For more information about Terry L. Sharpe, MD, please visit https://www.belladermatologyllc.com/.

Terry L. Sharpe, MD, is a 1979-graduate of the University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine in San Francisco, California. Her postgraduate training includes her internal medicine internship conducted at The Boston City Hospital, now Boston Medical Center Boston University in Massachusetts (1979-1980) and her dermatology residency served at Emory University School of Medicine/Emory University Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia (1980-1985). Dr. Sharpe completed her undergraduate education at Stanford University. She attained board certification in dermatology with the American Board of Dermatology (1985) and is a Fellow of the American College of Dermatology. Furthermore, she has been honored as America’s Top Physician (2011), America’s Top Dermatologist (2009), the Best of Stockbridge (2009-2011) and the Woman of the Year in Health Care award (2009). In 2016, Dr. Sharpe has been recognized by Elite Women Worldwide, for dedication, achievement, and leadership in tertiary care dermatology. She is a member of several professional societies and associations, such as the American Academy of Dermatology, which allows her to remain at the forefront of her challenging field. For more information about Terry L. Sharpe, MD, please visit https://www.findatopdoc.com/doctor/1971532-Terry-Sharpe-dermatologist-McDonough-GA-30253.

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