Taylor, Emma

Emma Taylor, MD

Taylor, Emma

Dr. Taylor is a board-certified dermatologist and dermatopathologist at Schweiger Dermatology Group.

She has deep expertise in medical dermatology and skin disease innovation. She earned her Doctor of Medicine from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California, graduating with highest distinction and election to Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. Dr. Taylor completed her internal medicine internship at Pennsylvania Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania Health System, followed by a dermatology residency and a dermatopathology fellowship at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA.

About Emma Taylor, MD

Dr. Taylor is a board-certified dermatologist and dermatopathologist at Schweiger Dermatology Group.

She has deep expertise in medical dermatology and skin disease innovation. She earned her Doctor of Medicine from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California, graduating with highest distinction and election to Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. Dr. Taylor completed her internal medicine internship at Pennsylvania Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania Health System, followed by a dermatology residency and a dermatopathology fellowship at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA.

In addition to clinical practice, Dr. Taylor is an accomplished researcher, entrepreneur and innovator. She co-founded Naked Biome, a microbiome therapeutics company where she currently serves as CEO. Under her leadership, the company has advanced the development of a new class of bacterial-based treatments for dermatologic conditions such as acne, eczema and psoriasis. She successfully led the company through seed funding, entry into the Illumina Accelerator program and selection as an official Johnson & Johnson JLABS company based in Mission Bay.

Dr. Taylor has published in top-tier journals such as Nature, Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, Dermatology Therapy and Dermatopathology. She is the author of more than 42 book chapters and holds multiple patent filings, including one that has recently received issued claims status. Her professional memberships include the Women’s Dermatologic Society, American Society of Dermatopathology and the American Academy of Dermatology, where she also served on the sports committee.

Her clinical interests include medical dermatology with a focus on skin cancer screening, acne, eczema and psoriasis. She is certified by both the American Board of Dermatology and the American Board of Dermatopathology.

Education & Training

  • MD, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, highest distinction
  • Internal medicine internship, Pennsylvania Hospital, University of Pennsylvania Health System
  • Dermatology residency, David Geffen School of Medicine, UCLA
  • Dermatopathology fellowship, David Geffen School of Medicine, UCLA

Experience

  • Co-founder and CEO, Naked Biome
  • Clinical researcher and published author

Professional Memberships & Associations

  • American Academy of Dermatology
  • American Society of Dermatopathology
  • Women’s Dermatologic Society

Certifications

  • American Board of Dermatology
  • American Board of Dermatopathology

Honors & Awards

  • Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society

Publications

  • Author of more than 42 book chapters
  • Published in Nature and other leading journals
  • Inventor on multiple patent filings, including one with issued claims

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About Schweiger Dermatology Group

At Schweiger Dermatology Group, we believe no one should wait to feel confident in their own skin. That's why we're committed to delivering The Ultimate Patient Experience—expert care that's fast, compassionate, and seamless. Founded by Dr. Eric Schweiger in 2010 to eliminate long wait times for high quality dermatologists, we've grown into the nation's leading dermatology practice, with hundreds of locations across the country and millions of satisfied patients. We offer medical, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology, as well as allergy services—in modern, state-of-the-art offices. Most new patients are seen within days, and we accept most insurances and handle billing for you. Whether it's a skin concern or a cosmetic goal, we make it easy to get the care you need—without the wait.