Abigail Donnelly, MD, FAAD
Board-Certified Dermatologist
Medical Director of Aesthetics
As a dermatologist I get to combine a deep understanding of immunology, physiology, anatomy and beauty, to diagnose and cure everything from skin cancer to acne to internal diseases, and I have the privilege of helping people achieve and maintain their skin's health and beauty for life.
- Abigail Donnelly, MD, FAAD
Google
5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
Dr Donnelly is fantastic! She is extremely knowledgeable about specific conditions and the treatments available. We were told by another dermatologist that there wasn’t much that we could do for treatment but Dr Donnelly started treatment immediately and has improved the appearance and tenderness of severe scarring, within a few visits.
Google
5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
On time visit pleasant staff overall good experience
Google
5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
Kind and caring, professional and thoughtful! Dr. Donnelly makes you feel reassured that you are receiving the best care and advice for your personal situation! She is the best!
Google
1.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
I called to make an appointment with Dr. Donnelly and asked for a cost estimate of the procedure I needed and the office staff I spoke with was quite rude and told me there was no one who could give me an estimate. I was surprised because someone is submitting charges/bills at this office so someone must know what they charge for certain procedures and she rudely told me that no one at the office had that information. I told her I was going to book with another physician and she again quite rudely told me she didn't care. I was shocked to have had such an interaction with a staff member of such a highly recommended physician. I just wanted to comment here so Dr. Donnelley was aware of the impression her staff is leaving on potential patients. If this was my office I would want to know!
Google
5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
Dr Donnelly is a wonderful doctor! So genuinely engaged and compassionate.
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5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
Dr Donnelly is 5 stars! Fabulous Dr! Kind and thorough and competent. !
Google
5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
Very personable & skilled
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5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
The absolute best! Kind, professional, detailed and extremely caring!
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5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
Dr Donnelly is very personable and also extremely thorough with her exams and course of treatment.
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5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
Awesome person to work with very professional
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Education

Undergraduate Degree:
Duke University, NC

Medical School:
Indiana University School of Medicine, IN

Dermatology Residency:
Mayo Clinic, AZ

Certificates
Board-Certified Dermatologist (American Board of Dermatology)
Professional Memberships
American Academy of Dermatology – Fellow, 2014-present
American Society of Dermatologic Surgeons
Pacific Dermatologic Association
Women’s Dermatologic Society
International Dermoscopy Society
International Society of Dermatology
American Medical Association
American Women’s Medical Association
Achievements
Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society
American Society for Dermatologic Surgery 2012 & 2013 Resident Scholar
Pacific Dermatology Association 2012 & 2013 Resident Scholar International Society of Dermatology Young Leadership Program
Arnold P. Gold Humanism Honor Society
Janice M. Pascuzzi Scholarship
Indiana University School of Medicine Slemenda Scholar
Poet for the IUSOM “Reflections on Humanities in Medicine”
Psi Iota Xi – National Service Sorority
Publications

Donnelly AFW, Hand J, Pittelkow M. Discovery of a novel mutation in recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa; Case report and review of the literature. In process.

Donnelly AFW, Patel N, Wasif N. Impact of socioeconomic and demographic status on melanoma in situ treatment: Selected findings from the surveillance, epidemiology, and end results (SEER) database. In process.

Donnelly AFW, Chang-Brewer A, Nguyen X. Kaposi’s Sarcoma in a 34 year-old man. In Process.

Donnelly AFW, Chang YH, Nemeth S. 2012. Incidence and underreporting of needlestick injuries in dermatology trainees and practitioners. Dermatologic Surgery. 2013 Dec; 39(12)1813-21.

Donnelly AFW, Nemeth, S. Letter to Editor Regarding “Electrosurgery and Implantable Electronic Devices: Review and Implications for Office-Based Procedures” Dermatologic Surgery. 2012 Jan; 38(1):148-50.

Donnelly AFW, Tackett, B. 2009. Urticaria Multiforme: A Case Report and Review of Annular Erythematous Lesions of the Pediatric Population. Cutis. 2012 Jun; 89(6):260-3.

Donnelly AFW, Wyss, BK, Zhou, D, Sinn, AL, Pollok, KE, Goebel, WS. Enhanced homing and engraftment of fresh but not ex vivo cultured murine marrow cells in submyeloablated hosts following CD26 inhibition by Diprotin A. Experimental Hematology. 2009 Jul;37(7):814-23.

Singh, P, Yao Y, Weliver AF, Broxmeyer, HE, Hong, SC, Chang, CH. Vaccinia virus infection modulates the hematopoietic cell compartments in the bone marrow. Stem Cells. 2008 Apr; 26(4):1009-16.

Weliver, AF. 2004. The “Other”: Female Genital Mutilation in the Media – Problems and Solutions. Jura Gentium; Centre for Philosophy of International Law and Global Politics. http://www.tsd.unifi.it/jg/en/index.htm

Age Restriction
For patients scheduling who are under 18 years of age (19 in Alabama and Nebraska) please make sure you have permission from your parent or legal guardian to schedule this appointment. Your parent or legal guardian must accompany you on your initial visit and on certain subsequent visits to provide appropriate informed consent.