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Thank you for choosing Alabama Dermatology Associates. We are honored to serve the people of west Alabama by providing comprehensive personalized dermatology care for all ages in an honest, professional and caring environment. Our experienced team of board certified dermatologists, Mohs surgeons and nurse practitioners are focused on developing lasting relationships with our patients and helping them achieve healthier, more beautiful skin. Whether it is a child with acne or eczema, an adult with skin cancer or psoriasis, or a woman looking to improve fine lines and wrinkles, our specialists will listen, evaluate and provide a treatment plan specialized for you and your family, Our hope is to exceed your expectations ... we look forward to seeing you soon!

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  • Charles Gambla, M.D.
    Board certified by the American Board of Dermatology, Member of the American College of Mohs Surgery

    Dr. Gambla is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology and has completed Mohs Fellowship training through the American College of Mohs Surgery.

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  • Robert Griffith, M.D.
    Board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    Dr. Griffith earned his undergraduate degree from The University of Alabama and his medical degree from The University of Alabama School of Medicine in Birmingham. 

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  • David Jackson, M.D.
    Board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    Dr. Jackson, a native of Florida with Alabama roots, graduated from Florida State University and The University of Florida College of Medicine. 

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  • Catherine Lucas, M.D.
    Board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    Dr. Lucas was born and raised in the small town of Quitman, Louisiana. She graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Louisiana Tech University. 

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  • Cynthia Lucy, M.D.
    Board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    Dr. Lucy graduated with honors from the University of Alabama School of Medicine in Birmingham in 1981. After completion of a medical internship, she entered her dermatology residency at the University of Alabama in Birmingham.

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  • Karen Walker, M.D.
    Board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    Dr. Karen Walker is a Tuscaloosa native graduating from Central High School where she was valedictorian and a Falcons cheerleader. 

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  • Stephanie B. Walsh, M.D.
    Board certified by the American Board of Dermatology, Member of the American College of Mohs Surgery

    Dr. Walsh was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, and has lived in Alabama since 2001. She attended Vanderbilt University where she graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Engineering in Biomedical Engineering.

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  • Jeffery Weeks, M.D.
    Board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    Dr. Weeks, a native of Kinston, Alabama is a graduate of Auburn University and Auburn Harrison School of Pharmacy. He graduated summa cum laude from the University of Alabama at Birmingham school of medicine. While in medical school, he was president of the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society.

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  • Staci Hardwick, CRNP

    Staci Hardwick is a Tuscaloosa native that felt called into the field of Nursing at the age of 18. She graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor's in Science of Nursing from the University of Alabama Capstone College of Nursing in May 2007. 

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  • Alicia Holloway, CRNP

    Alicia Holloway was born and raised in a small town outside of Birmingham, Alabama. She now lives in Northport, Alabama with her husband, Lance, and two children Landon and Collins.


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  • SHELBY SMELLEY, CRNP

    Shelby Warren was born and raised in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Shelby received her Associates Degree in Nursing from Shelton State and later graduated magna cum laude from the University of Alabama with her Bachelors Degree in Nursing.

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  • Stacy Barton
    Laser Technician

    Stacy was born in California and moved to Alabama in 1975. She attended the University of North Alabama and Shelton State Community College before moving to Denver, Colorado where she graduated in laser physics and holds an advanced user license of micro focused ultrasound. She has an extensive background in Aesthetics and light-based treatments.

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  • Adam S. Richardson, DO
    Board certified by the American Board of Dermatology, Member of the American College of Mohs Surgery

    Dr. Richardson was born and raised in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. He attended college at the University of North Florida as a Division I tennis player and later returned to the University of Alabama where he graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Accountancy. He received his medical degree from the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine at Virginia Tech, graduating in the top 1% of his class.

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Testimonials

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  • "have used Dr. Lucas and she is wonderful. Makes you feel at ease and comfortable and explains everything. When Dr. Lucas does a procedure very little scarring. I have also used Dr. Walsh. She is great too. Almost no scarring at all. 5 stars for them and all the staff at Alabama Dermatology!"
    Lynn P
  • "Staci Hardwick CRNP was very thorough, knowledgeable and friendly. I was super pleased with my visit!"
    Julie P
  • "Attentive and caring staff, and Dr. Weeks was wonderful. Patiently listened to all I had to say and answered all my questions. Not rushed at all."
    Edward T.
  • "Great doctors and very friendly staff. Wait times are very minimal."
    Gary T.
  • "Excellent Service. I was running late but they handled everything properly the same as they do every time I see them."
    Jason M.

Featured Articles

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  • Moles

    Moles are common. In fact, light-skinned adults typically have 10 to 40 “common” or “normal” moles on their skin. When you talk to your dermatologist about your moles, he or she may use the word “nevus.” Nevus is the medical term for mole. When your dermatologist is talking about two or more ...

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  • Skin Cancer

    Skin cancer is the most common cancer. Current estimates are that 1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime. When detected early, skin cancer is highly treatable. The most common warning signs of skin cancer include changes in size, shape, or color of a mole or other skin lesion or ...

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  • Acne

    If you have acne, also called acne vulgaris, you’re not alone. It is the most common skin condition in the United States. Approximately 40 to 50 million Americans have acne. Most are teens and young adults but it can occur at any age.Newborns get acne. Children get acne. Even menopausal women get acne. At ...

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  • Lupus and Your Skin

    Lupus is an autoimmune disease, a condition in which your body’s immune system attacks healthy cells. Lupus can affect many organs in your body, including your skin. The skin is affected in approximately two-thirds of people who have lupus. Discoid lupus erythematosus (DLE) flare WHAT IS LUPUS? There ...

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  • Lichen Planus

    Lichen planus is a skin disease that also is common inside the mouth. It also can affect your genitals, scalp, fingernails and toenails. WHAT DOES LICHEN PLANUS LOOK LIKE? On each part of the body, lichen planus looks somewhat different. The following describes what you can see on each part of the body. Skin On ...

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  • Laser Hair Reduction

    Unwanted hair is a concern for many people. If unwanted hair bothers you, you may want to discuss this with your dermatologist. Many dermatologists offer treatment for unwanted hair. One treatment option is laser hair removal. Laser hair removal reduces the amount of unwanted hair. A laser sends beams ...

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  • Hyperhidrosis (Excessive Sweating)

    Hyperhidrosis is excess sweating. We all need to sweat to keep our bodies cool. However, people with hyperhidrosis seem to have overactive sweat glands. They may sweat even when their body does not need cooling. Many people who have hyperhidrosis sweat from one or more areas of the body. Most often, ...

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  • How to Protect Yourself from the Sun

    Anyone can get skin cancer, regardless of skin color. Avoiding overexposure to the sun is the most preventable way to reduce your risk for all skin cancers, including melanoma, the deadliest form. Seeking shade, wearing protective clothing and applying sunscreen are important ways to protect your skin ...

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  • Hidradenitis Suppurativa

    Hidradenitis suppurativa, also known as acne inversa, is an inflammatory disease that causes bumps to appear on the skin. While these bumps may resemble pimples or boils, they typically appear in places where acne does not, such as the underarms and groin. Many people have HS for life. When the condition ...

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  • Herpes Simplex

    Herpes simplex is a common viral infection. If you’ve ever had a cold sore, you’ve been infected with the herpes simplex virus. Most cold sores are caused by herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1), which is why HSV-1 is also called “oral herpes.” A different yet closely related herpes simplex virus, ...

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Our Location

4410 Watermelon Rd. Northport, AL 35473

Hours of Operation

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Office Hours

Monday:

7:00 am-5:00 pm

Tuesday:

7:00 am-5:00 pm

Wednesday:

7:00 am-5:00 pm

Thursday:

7:00 am-5:00 pm

Friday:

7:00 am-12:00 pm

Saturday:

Closed

Sunday:

Closed