Dr. Sandra Johnson, MD


Physician
Dermatology

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Johnson Dermatology
5921 Riley Park Dr
Fort Smith, Arkansas 72916
For an appointment, call (479) 649-3376
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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.

Conditions Treated

Acne
Aging Skin & Wrinkles
Allergic Contact Dermatitis
Atopic Dermatitis
Hair Loss (Balding)
Psoriasis
Rosacea
Seborrheic Keratosis
Skin Cancer
Warts

Tips & Wisdom

Narrowband UVB for Psoriasis has Fewer Side Effects
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

How do biologics work to treat my psoriasis?
Biologics are a class of medications that are used to treat moderate to severe psoriasis. They are typically used when other treatments, such as topical creams and light therapy, have not been effecti...
What can reduce the appearance of my acne scars?
Acne scars can be treated with a variety of methods, including:Topical treatments: Topical creams and gels containing ingredients such as retinoids, hydroquinone, and vitamin C can help to reduce the ...
What is facial rejuvenation?
Facial rejuvenation refers to a variety of cosmetic treatments that are designed to improve the appearance of the face and make it look more youthful. These treatments can include a combination of non...
What is microneedling?
Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure that involves using a device with fine needles to create tiny punctures in the skin. The needles are typically between 0.5mm and 2.5mm in length, and are used to ...
What is the treatment for skin cancer?
Treatment for skin cancer will depend on the type and stage of the cancer, as well as the location and size of the tumor, and the patient's overall health. The main treatment options for skin canc...

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.