
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.
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Locations
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Virginia A. Lightner
Is Dr. Virginia A. Lightner a top-rated expert for Actinic Keratosis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Virginia A. Lightner is classified as an Advanced expert for Actinic Keratosis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Virginia A. Lightner specialize in?
While Dr. Virginia A. Lightner is a Dermatology, they have specific expertise in Actinic Keratosis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), and Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Dermatology.
Does Dr. Virginia A. Lightner participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Virginia A. Lightner has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Actinic Keratosis. You can view a list of Dr. Virginia A. Lightner's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Virginia A. Lightner accept my insurance?
Dr. Virginia A. Lightner accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- Actinic KeratosisDr. Lightner isAdvanced. Learn about Actinic Keratosis.
- Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)Dr. Lightner isAdvanced. Learn about Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE).
- Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)Dr. Lightner isAdvanced. Learn about Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE).
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)Dr. Lightner isAdvanced. Learn about Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE).
- Experienced
- Basal Cell Skin CancerDr. Lightner isExperienced. Learn about Basal Cell Skin Cancer.
- Bowen's DiseaseDr. Lightner isExperienced. Learn about Bowen's Disease.
- Candida Infection of the SkinDr. Lightner isExperienced. Learn about Candida Infection of the Skin.
- IntertrigoDr. Lightner isExperienced. Learn about Intertrigo.
- PsoriasisDr. Lightner isExperienced. Learn about Psoriasis.
- RosaceaDr. Lightner isExperienced. Learn about Rosacea.


