Dr. Kenneth M. Ellner: The "Medical Detective" of Old Milton Parkway
Located in Suite 340 at 3400C Old Milton Pkwy, within the prestigious Atlanta Center for Dermatologic Diseases, the practice of Dr. Kenneth M. Ellner is a cornerstone of skin health in Alpharetta. With over 40 years of clinical experience, Dr. Ellner is a New York native who brought his fast-paced diagnostic precision and Ivy League training to Georgia, becoming a respected mentor and authority in both medical and surgical dermatology.
At the Old Milton suite, Dr. Ellner is known for "medicine with a memory"—treating multi-generational families with a blend of high-level academic expertise and a famously kind heart.
The Ellner Clinical Distinction
What makes Dr. Ellner a definitive choice for dermatology in the North Fulton area?
The "Detective" Legacy: During his residency, Dr. Ellner actually co-discovered and found a bacterium that was subsequently named after him and an associate. This "medical sleuth" approach continues today; he is highly regarded for diagnosing rare and complex conditions like Vasculitis and chronic Nail Infections at a frequency significantly higher than regional peers.
The "No-Lost-Accent" Efficiency: Born and raised in New York City, Dr. Ellner is known for his "speed of talk" and diagnostic efficiency. He is famous for getting right to the heart of a skin issue, though he is the first to tell patients he "will slow down if asked."
Elite Training & Leadership: An honors graduate of Johns Hopkins University and Baylor College of Medicine, he helped establish the dermatology department at Kaiser Permanente in Atlanta before joining the Atlanta Center. He is a Past President of the Atlanta Association of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery.
Comprehensive Specialty Focus:
Skin Cancer Mastery: Extensive experience in the detection, excision, and destruction of malignant skin lesions.
Chronic Inflammatory Care: Specialized management of Psoriasis, Seborrheic Dermatitis, and complex Hives (Urticaria).
The "Medication Advocate": Patients frequently praise him for going the "extra mile" to ensure prescriptions are affordable, often finding coupons or alternatives to ensure no patient is priced out of their cure.
The Experience at 3400C Old Milton Pkwy
The vibe at the Alpharetta office is professional, energetic, and deeply community-oriented. Dr. Ellner is often described by long-term patients (some of whom have seen him for over 13 years) as a "kind soul" who treats his patients like family. His staff, including his long-time lab coordinator AJ, are noted for their friendliness and ability to make the clinical environment feel personal and low-stress.
