Atlanta, GA -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/16/2010 -- J. Ellen Koo, M.D., a dermatologist in private practice at Atlanta North Dermatology (http://atlantanorthdermatology.com/our_services.html) of Atlanta, Georgia, now provides her patients with convenient access to educational resources on her practice Website to help them better understand and manage their skin conditions.

Recent studies have shown that adults in the U.S. often search online for health information, but would prefer to get that information directly from their own doctor.

Dr. Koo meets the needs of her patients and shows her commitment to patient care by publishing online patient handouts regarding the skin conditions she treats (acne, eczema, rosacea, psoriasis, and skin cancer), the skin care procedures she performs (Botox, chemical peels, Juvederm), and medications she prescribes (Latisse, Oracea (http://fromyourdoctor.com/topic.do?title=Oracea+sup+reg+sup&t=6601), topical retinoids).

Dermatologist Dr. J. Ellen Koo, M.D. (http://fromyourdoctor.com/atlantanorthderm/health/biography.do?name=Jihyun+Ellen+Koo+MD&id=7915) is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology and the American Board of Internal Medicine. During her residencies, she has made multiple presentations at both local and national conferences concerning various topics. Prior to starting Atlanta North Dermatology and Skin Care, Dr. Koo practiced in Buckhead, Georgia for five years, where she specialized in medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology. Dr. Koo is on active staff at Piedmont Hospital, Atlanta, Georgia.

Dr. J. Ellen Koo joins other Atlanta dermatologists (http://fromyourdoctor.com/document/atlanta-dermatologists.html) who use the From Your Doctor patient education service from Vivacare to improve patient care and satisfaction.