Kerry Shafran, MD

Kerry Shafran, MD

Dr. Shafran received his Bachelor of Arts in Biochemistry from Duke University, and received his medical degree from Bowman Gray School of Medicine at Wake Forest University, graduating with honors. Following an internship in internal medicine, he completed specialty training in dermatology at Medical University of South Carolina where he served as chief resident.

He was board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology in 1991. Dr. Shafran has continued to advance his education with a number of national and local meetings annually focusing on the latest cosmetic and general dermatologic care. He is a preceptor for the Wake Forest University School of Medicine Physician Assistant Program and has been a speaker for Medicis discussing Dysport and for Zeltiq. 

Dr. Shafran received his Bachelor of Arts in Biochemistry from Duke University, and received his medical degree from Bowman Gray School of Medicine at Wake Forest University, graduating with honors. Following an internship in internal medicine, he completed specialty training in dermatology at Medical University of South Carolina where he served as chief resident.

He was board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology in 1991. Dr. Shafran has continued to advance his education with a number of national and local meetings annually focusing on the latest cosmetic and general dermatologic care. He is a preceptor for the Wake Forest University School of Medicine Physician Assistant Program and has been a speaker for Medicis discussing Dysport and for Zeltiq. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and a member of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, Dermatology Foundation Leaders Society, Charlotte Dermatology Association, North Carolina Medical Society, Mecklenburg County Medical society, and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery.

In addition to general and surgical dermatology, Dr. Shafran provides a number of specialized services including skin cancer surgery, mole removal, age spot removal, and scar revision.  He has over 20 years of experience in cosmetic treatments and is an expert in the use of BOTOX®, Xeomin®, Juvéderm®, Restylane®, Teoxane, laser and light-based therapies, and more.

To schedule an appointment, call:

Riva Dermatology - Cornelius: 704-896-8837
Riva Dermatology - Denver: 704-896-8837

My Practicing Locations

Riva Dermatology - Cornelius

17039 Kenton Drive, Suite 100

Cornelius, NC 28031

Mon8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tue8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wed8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thu8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Fri8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
SatClosed
SunClosed
Riva Dermatology - Denver

275 NC Business 16, Suite 202

Denver, NC 28037

Mon8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tue8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wed8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thu8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Fri8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
SatClosed
SunClosed

My Background

Memberships

  • Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology
  • American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery
  • Dermatology Foundation Leaders Society
  • Charlotte Dermatology Association
  • North Carolina Medical Society
  • Mecklenburg County Medical Society
  • American Society for Dermatologic Surgery

Board Certifications

  • Board-Certified by the American Board of Dermatology

Education

  • Medical Degree – Bowman Gray School of Medicine at Wake Forest University
  • Internal Medicine Internship
  • Bachelor of Arts in Biochemistry – Duke University

Residencies

  • Dermatology Residency – Medical University of South Carolina
  • Internal Medicine Residency – Department of Internal Medicine Bowman Gray School of Medicine

Languages Spoken

  • English

Gender

  • Male

National Provider Identifier (NPI)

  • 1740394543

Conditions

  • Skin Cancer
  • Acne
  • Actinic Keratosis
  • Age Spots
  • Alopecia and Hair Loss
  • Birthmarks
  • Cysts
  • Dry Skin
  • Eczema
  • Granulomas
  • Hives
  • Hyperhidrosis
  • Melasma
  • Moles
  • Pregnancy-Related Skin Conditions
  • Psoriasis
  • Rashes
  • Seborrheic Keratosis
  • Skin Discoloration
  • Skin Tags
  • Total Body Skin Exams
  • Lichen Planus
  • Melanoma
  • Moles
  • Nail Fungus
  • Psoriasis
  • Rashes
  • Ringworm
  • Rosacea
  • Scabies
  • Shingles
  • Warts

Treatments

  • BOTOX
  • Chemical Peels
  • Hydrafacial
  • Injectable Fillers
  • Juvéderm
  • Laser Treatments
  • Microdermabrasion
  • Microneedling
  • Restylane
  • Teoxane
  • Xeomin

Procedures

  • Cryosurgery
  • Curettage
  • Standard Excision
  • Surgical Excision

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