Joseph Hanson, MD, FAAD
Board-Certified Dermatologist
4.9 /5
530 reviews

Joseph Hanson, MD, FAAD

Dr. Joseph Hanson joined the staff of Tennessee River Dermatology in 2004. He specializes in cutaneous surgery, cosmetic dermatology and management and treatment of inflammatory dermatoses.

Dr. Hanson graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the University of North Alabama, where he was awarded the Academic Achievement Award in General Biology. He received his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of South Alabama College of Medicine. He performed his internship at Baptist Health System in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Hanson completed his residency at the University of Tennessee at Memphis Dermatology Program. He is licensed to practice medicine in Alabama.

Dr. Hanson is a diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology and a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology. He has been involved in dermatologic research and has been published.

Athens

220 French Farms Blvd.
Suite C
Athens, Alabama 35611
Tel:(256) 233-2000
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Florence

2471 Helton Drive
Florence, Alabama 35630
Tel:(256) 765-2000
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5.0/5
• Forefront Dermatology
Courteous and professional. Long wait but otherwise 5 stars. Love Dr. Hanson.
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5.0/5
• Forefront Dermatology
Dr Hanson was very professional and knowledgeable.
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5.0/5
• Forefront Dermatology
Dr Hanson is the best, he listens and genuinely cares!
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5.0/5
• Forefront Dermatology
Excellent patient/doctor communication
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5.0/5
• Forefront Dermatology
They are always friendly, professional and very little wait time.
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5.0/5
• Forefront Dermatology
Staff was very friendly and knowledgable. Dr. Hanson and his nurse are very compassionate and answer any questions/concerns you may have. I had a suspicious lesion and Dr. Hanson biopsied. I highly recommend him for your dermatology needs.
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5.0/5
• Forefront Dermatology
He was thorough and knowledgeable.
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5.0/5
• Forefront Dermatology
Doctor Hanson is very professional and explained the procedure in detail easing my anxiety and concerns completely. I definitely recommend the doctors and their staff at Tennessee River Dermatology to anyone that needs a good dermatologist!
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5.0/5
• Forefront Dermatology
No wait time, friendly and professional
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5.0/5
• Forefront Dermatology
Always had a good experience here with Dr. Hanson and have referred others to him!
Education

Undergraduate Degree:

University of North Alabama – Florence, AL

Medical Degree:

University of South Alabama – Mobile, AL

Dermatology Residency:

University of Tennessee – Memphis, TN

Certificates
American Board of Dermatology
Professional Memberships
American Academy of Dermatology

*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.
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