Abigail Donnelly, MD, FAAD
Board-Certified Dermatologist
Medical Director of Aesthetics
4.9 /5
498 reviews
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 personable and knowledgeable. I very highly recommend her to anyone in need of an excellent dermatologist!
google
5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
I have been a patient of Forefront and Abigail for years. She is a very kind and professional provider that I would highly recommend to anyone in need of the best skin care
google
5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
Knowledgeable and kind and caring to patient.
google
5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
Very friendly and informative. Explained what was going to be done before doing it and put me a ease with her calm demeanor.
google
5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
Probably the most efficient office I have ever been to. They have a sign posted when you check in to let you know if your particular physician is running on time or if not how long they are delayed. Dr Donnelly has always been on time for my appointments but beyond that she is extremely thorough and when she identified precancerous areas she addressed them right away with freezing technique… no scheduling an appointment to return for that procedure. She’s extremely knowledgeable and informative and has excellent patient rapport. So blessed to have found her. Highly recommend
google
5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
She is THE BEST! Kind, compassionate, listens to my concerns & responds patiently. Went above & beyond my expectations during my last exam
vitals
5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
Dr. Donnelly is very professional, kind, and takes time to listen to you. I would highly recommend her.
google
5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
Have been going there for years. Friendly and competent.
google
5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
Dr. Donnelly was wonderful! She is very caring and efficient! Spent much time assuring that all my questions were answered. The entire staff was efficient and friendly.
google
5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
I love Dr Donnelly. She is friendly, always smiling, knows her stuff, efficient, thorough, helpful, and is usually on time.
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) 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.