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Carol Trakimas, DO, FAAD

Board-Certified Dermatologist
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Dr. Carol Trakimas is our Medical Director at Forefront Dermatology Goldsboro. She is a board-certified Dermatologist with 26 years of experience in complex medical, surgical, and cosmetic consultations. Dr. Trakimas specializes in the assessment and treatment of complex inflammatory disorders such as psoriasis, autoimmune disorders, acne care and complexion blending, skin cancer detection and skin cancer surgeries.  Additionally, Dr. Trakimas is highly skilled in cosmetic treatments for skin rejuvenation and noted for her work in reverse aging. Her aesthetic services include benign lesion destruction, BOTOX®, fillers, bio-rejeuvenative aesthetic services, and laser treatments for rejuvenation of the skin.

Dr Trakimas is a former US Army Lieutenant Colonel and noted for her community service work within the USA, especially within the state of North Carolina. 

As your dermatologist of choice, Dr. Trakimas is dedicated to providing her patients with the best experience possible. She takes pride in giving her patients back the confidence they lacked as a result of their skin concerns. She takes the time to listen to her patients, their concerns, their goals, and together develop a course of action that best fits her patient’s needs and lifestyle. She is highly rated for her compassionate, professional, and thorough care.  

Undergraduate Degree
Canisius College – Buffalo, NY

Graduate Degree
State University of New York – Buffalo, NY

Medical School
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine – Philadelphia, PA

Dermatology Residency
Walter Reed Army Medical Center – Washington, D.C.

Schedule an appointment with Dr. Trakimas at these locations:

Forefront Dermatology clinic exterior in Goldsboro, NC
Forefront Dermatology

2613 Hospital Rd
Goldsboro, NC 27534

(919) 736-0222

Medical dermatology

Cosmetic dermatology

Skin cancer treatment

Forefront Dermatology clinic exterior in Nags Head, NC
Forefront Dermatology

4711 S Croatan Highway Ste 6B
Nags Head, NC 27959

(252) 441-0515

Medical dermatology

Skin cancer treatment

Cosmetic dermatology

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What Dr. Trakimas's patients have to say:

Google Reviews • Forefront

I had an awesome visit with Dr. Trakimas. She is exact in her diagnosis and very caring. Miriam was the nurse assisting Dr.Trakimas and she was outstanding. I really appreciated the professional atmosphere.

Google Reviews • Forefront

Dr. Trakimas is thorough and friendly. She listens to the patient and proposes alternative medications to help with symptoms if the patient isn’t comfortable with her initial suggestions. I value her as a physician.

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Very professional and great bedside manner!

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Staff are very kind and professional

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My face is much better now 6 months ago i have been battling this dark pigmentation in my face for over 10 years now . I tried everything but nothing works . but i finally went to see a dermatologist and there it was the Dr. she was through and she prescribe me a medication it works . it didn’t disappear completely but my face is better looking than 6 months ago. Thank you Dr .

Google Reviews • Forefront

Dr Trakimas is an amazing person. Straight to the problem care and concern for her patients. Would recommend her highly.

Google Reviews • Forefront

I was very happy with how knowledgeable and detailed Dr Trakimas was today. I would highly recommend.

Google Reviews • Forefront

I have been to different doctors about my face breaking out nobody seemed to be able to help until I went to Dr T .All cleared up.

Google Reviews • Forefront

Always listens. Answers questions & ask if you have any questions or concerns. Highly recommend Dr T.

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Always on point for my skin problems.

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Very personable!!!! Carol Trakimas explained what she was doing, what she assessed and treatment and it was very easy to follow what she was saying. I highly recommend her!!!

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Very Nice Prople!

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Doc and staff are all amazing, Doc took her time with me. Highly recommend this practice!

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Super wow

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Friendly and effective. I really like the doctor and she really seems to know what she's doing. However online forms are onerous.

Google Reviews • Forefront

I highly recommend Dr. T. She is knowledgeable and clearly explains options.

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Dr. T. is amazing! She is personable, kind, professional and very knowledgeable. She explains everything as she goes which is reassuring to me. I go once a year to get my skin cancer screening and ive also had a few spots removed which all turned out great.

Google Reviews • Forefront

Very professional and Dr.T is the best. She explains everything and I feel like she doesn’t rush you in and out. The nurses are great. Very caring. I would definitely recommend their services.

Google Reviews • Forefront

I have so much trust for my doctor! She is very special!! Thank you for caring!! This is my wife’s phone, so her picture is showing, but it is me Kenneth Dorton speaking!!

Google Reviews • Forefront

Everyone was very friendly & professional. I would highly recommend anyone to go see Dr. Carol for any problems that they might have