John A. Kenney Jr.
John A. Kenney Jr. | |
|---|---|
| Born | October 8, 1914 |
| Died | November 29, 2003 (aged 89) |
| Nationality | American |
| Education | Bates College, Howard University |
| Occupation(s) | Dermatologist, medical researcher |
| Known for | Research on skin disorders among racial minorities |
| Relatives | John A. Kenney Sr. (father) William Oscar Armstrong (grandfather) |
| Medical career | |
| Institutions | Howard University Hospital |
| Sub-specialties | Dermatology |
| Awards | American Academy of Dermatology Master of Dermatology (1995) |
John Andrew Kenney Jr. (October 8, 1914 – November 29, 2003) was an American dermatologist who taught at Howard University. He specialized in the study of skin disorders affecting racial minorities. He was one of the first African-American doctors to receive formal training in dermatology, and his mentees often described him as the "dean of black dermatology".