Our Team

Carlton T. Faulk, Sr., M.D., board certified by the American Board of Dermatology, founded Georgia Mountain Dermatology, LLC in 2008 to provide superior medical and surgical dermatologic care for the people of his community.  His patients, of all ages, come from the Atlanta, Canton and North Georgia areas.

Dr. Faulk graduated with honors from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Science in Zoology.  After college, he returned to his home city of Augusta to attend the Medical College of Georgia (MCG) where, after graduation, he completed his internship in Internal Medicine.  In 1994 he then completed his residency at the MCG Department of Dermatology where he served as Chief Resident.

After residency, Dr. Faulk joined his first practice, Carolina Mountain Dermatology, in Asheville, NC where he was a partner for seven years.  Following his desire to return to his home state of Georgia, he then joined Marietta Dermatology Associates in Marietta and Canton, GA.  After practicing for 6 1/2 years with MDA, he realized there was a great need for a dermatologist in the community where he lives.  This led to his opening Georgia Mountain Dermatology in 2008 in Jasper, GA.

Dr. Faulk  maintains memberships in the American Academy of Dermatology, American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, Georgia Society of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery, Medical Association of Georgia, and is the founder of the Blue Ridge Dermatology Society.  Dr. Faulk and his wife, Christy, reside in Talking Rock and have three grown children.

Danielle R. Lazzara, D.O. is a Board Certified Dermatologist and an ACGME Procedural Fellowship trained Mohs Micrographic and Cosmetic Surgeon. 

Dr. Lazzara was born and raised in New Jersey, where she attended Monmouth University and graduated summa cum laude and valedictorian, earning a Bachelor of Science degree. Possessing a strong interest in dermatology from a young age, Dr. Lazzara performed research in the transdermal delivery of drugs at the Michniak Laboratory for Drug Delivery at Rutgers University for one year prior to medical training. Dr. Lazzara then went on to attend Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine. 

Following medical school, Dr. Lazzara completed a traditional rotating internship at Christ Hospital in Jersey City and then moved to Southeast, Florida to complete her Dermatology Residency at Larkin Community Hospital Palm Springs Campus, where she served as Chief Resident in her final year. Possessing a particular interest in the surgical treatment of high-risk cutaneous malignancies, Dr. Lazzara continued her training by completing a competitive duel fellowship in Procedural Dermatology and Mohs Micrographic Surgery. Amidst fellowship training, Dr. Lazzara practiced general, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology at SWFL Dermatology, Plastic Surgery & Laser Center in Naples, FL.

Although a Jersey native, Dr. Lazzara was drawn to North Georgia and was highly committed to seeking an area in need of Mohs Micrographic Surgery to practice and positively impact the lives of her future patients. The community of Jasper, GA was evident as the perfect fit. 

Dr. Lazzara maintains memberships in the American Academy of Dermatology, American Osteopathic College of Dermatology, American College of Mohs Surgery, American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, and Georgia Society of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery. 

Dr. Lazzara currently lives in Milton with her husband, Nicholas Boyko, D.O., an Emergency Medicine Physician, and their dog, Ralphy. In her free time, Dr. Lazzara enjoys spending time with her family and friends, hiking, playing guitar, cooking, and traveling. 

Jessica N. Crawford, PA-C is a board certified physician assistant practicing at Georgia Mountain Dermatology. She received her Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Alabama-Birmingham, where she graduated with honors.  Jessica then continued her education with a graduate degree in physician assistant studies from the University of Alabama-Birmingham. 

 She began her career as a Physician Assistant in plastic and reconstructive surgery where she worked for four years.   She then began her pursuit in the field of dermatology.  Jessica has developed a love and passion for both general and surgical dermatology with a special interest in the cosmetic aspects of the field including Botox, fillers, laser treatments and skincare.

Jessica is a diplomat with the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants.  She is certified by the State of Georgia Composite Medical Board as well as the National Commission for the Certification of Physician Assistants. She is a member of the American Association of Physician Assistants, Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants, and the Georgia Dermatology Physician Assistants. 

Outside of medicine, Jessica loves to spend time with her husband and two children.  She also loves to cook and spend time outdoors.

Erica P. Weddington, MMSc, PA-C, Diplomate Fellow, SDPA, is a board-certified Physician Assistant. She received her Bachelor of Health Science from Mercer University in 2014 and continued her education at Mercer University by earning her Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies. 

Erica launched her Physician Assistant career in the Urgent Care setting where she gained broad experience evaluating and treating patients of all ages and complaints. She joined Georgia Mountain Dermatology in 2018 with a primary focus on medical dermatology. 

Erica is certified by the Georgia Composite Medical Board as well as the National Commission for the Certification of Physician Assistants. She is a member of the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants and Georgia Dermatology Physician Assistants. Erica is recognized as a Diplomate Fellow by the SDPA.

Erica is a Georgia native and now resides in Marietta with her husband. In her free time, Erica enjoys traveling, scuba diving, and indulging in good food and wine!