Virginia A. Lightner
Expertise in
4
conditions
Expertise in
4
conditions
11081 Forest Pines Dr, 
Raleigh, NC 

Overview

I have been practicing general dermatology for over 20 years. I treat all kinds of general dermatology issues, including, but not limited to acne, psoriasis, cysts, and skin cancers. At this time, I am only accepting new patients who are family members of existing patients.

Dr. Lightner is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Actinic Keratosis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE), and Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE).

Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution
Duke University School Of Medicine, 1982
Residency
Dermatology, Duke University Medical Center
Specialties
Dermatology
Licenses
Dermatology in NC
Board Certifications
American Board Of Dermatology, Dermatology
Hospital Affiliations
Duke University Hospital
Languages Spoken
English
Spanish
Gender
Female

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Walgreens
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Locations

Duke Lightner Dermatology
11081 Forest Pines Dr, Raleigh, NC 27614

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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