Dr. George Keough, MD, Knoxville, TN

About Dr. George Keough

George C. Keough, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist with extensive experience in medical and surgical dermatology. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Notre Dame and his medical degree from the University of South Florida College of Medicine. Following an internship at Tripler Army Medical Center in Honolulu, Dr. Keough attended the U.S. Army Flight Surgeons Course before completing his dermatology residency at Brooke Army Medical Center in Fort Sam Houston, where he served as Chief Resident. During his distinguished military career, Dr. Keough served as Chief of Dermatology Service at Eisenhower Army Medical Center in Fort Gordon, Georgia, and was a member of the volunteer faculty at the Medical College of Georgia. Following his military service, Dr. Keough practiced in Knoxville for more than two decades with Anne Arundel Dermatology affiliate practices, Knoxville Dermatology Group and Dermatology Associates of Knoxville. During his tenure, he cared for generations of patients, served as cosmetic supervisor for Tennessee’s Meridiem DermSpa locations, and acted as the dermatologic consultant to the University of Tennessee Sports Medicine Department. Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Keough has been an active contributor to dermatology education, serving on the faculty of the Dermatology Education Foundation’s annual CME conference since its inception in 2014. In 2025, he relocated to South Carolina and continued practicing dermatology. However, his passion for the practice, fellow providers, and patients ultimately brought him back to Knoxville Dermatology Group and Anne Arundel Dermatology. Dr. Keough serves as Chief Medical Officer for Anne Arundel Dermatology and enjoys providing exceptional care to his patients at Knoxville Dermatology Group.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Facial skin infection

Psoriasis

Acute skin infection

Joint cyst

Benign or precancerous skin growths

Facial skin infection

Psoriasis

Acute skin infection

Joint cyst

Office location

Knoxville Derm Group West

123 Fox Rd, Knoxville, TN 37922

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Education and background

Practice names

Anne Arundel Dermatology

Board certifications

American Board of Dermatology

Education and training

Medical School - University of South Florida College of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC), Residency in Dermatology
University of Notre Dame (Bachelor's)

Awards and publications

Castle Connolly Top Doctor

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1942286729

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Frequently asked questions

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What practice does Dr. George Keough work with?

Dr. George Keough works with Anne Arundel Dermatology.

Where is Dr. George Keough's office located?

Dr. George Keough's office is located at 123 Fox Rd, Knoxville, TN 37922.

Which board certifications does Dr. George Keough have?

Dr. George Keough is certified by American Board of Dermatology.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. George Keough?

Dr. George Keough frequently sees patients for Acne, Allergy Consultation, Annual Skin Screening, Dermatology Consultation, and Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI). You can see other visit reasons for Dr. George Keough on their profile.