UTSW Dermatology

The results are in: the UTSW Dermatology Residency Program is #7 in the nation in @doximity's 2024-2025 rankings! 🎉 We thank our program leaders, faculty, residents, and all in our community for striving together to achieve excellence in #dermatology. #UTSWDerm #DermTwitter

Research from UTSWDerm faculty & fellows explores links between LP & psychiatric comorbidities. Findings highlight increased odds of depression, anxiety & benzodiazepine use, underscoring the need for holistic care. 📖 jaadinternational.org/article/S2666-… #DermatologyResearch #MentalHealth

Meet Dr. Nezafati, with expertise in psoriasis, eczema & skin cancer. A former chief resident & past president of the Dallas Derm Society, he’s a clinician & researcher committed to advancing care across our community. Mini interview here: linkedin.com/feed/update/ur… #FacultyFriday

A new consensus article co-authored by Dr. Seemal Desai and others challenging the use of race/ethnicity as proxies for skin color in research. 🔗 doi.org/10.1007/s00403… #DermTwitter #HealthEquity #MedTwitter

New in JDD: Thiamidol identified as most effective human tyrosinase inhibitor out of 50K+ compounds. In JDD: Thiamidol identified as most effective human tyrosinase inhibitor out of 50K+ compounds.PIH & solar lentigines. 🔗 jddonline.com/articles/thiam… #DermTwitter #Hyperpigmentation

Celebrating our team for milestone years of service (5, 10, 15, & 25 years!). Your dedication shapes the future of our department and the care we provide every day. 💙 #UTSWDerm #Dermatology #TeamExcellence

Dr. Arturo R. Dominguez is a dual-boarded dermatologist & internist at UTSW Derm. A fronterizo from El Paso/Juarez, he leads inpatient derm & telederm innovation at Parkland. Clinician, educator, NIH-funded researcher, & health equity advocate. #MedTwitter #DermTwitter

The UTSW Dermatology Clinic received a Team Excellence Award for outstanding patient care, based on Press Ganey scores. Grateful for our incredible team’s dedication to creating a welcoming, supportive environment for patients. 💙 #UTSWDerm #TeamExcellence #PatientCare

New in @JAMADerm : A pooled analysis of 25 RCTs led by Dr. @JosephMerolaMD & Dr. Alice Gottlieb finds long-term ixekizumab use shows no increased cancer risk in PsO, PsA, or axSpA patients. 🔗 jamanetwork.com/journals/jamad… #DermTwitter #Psoriasis #Biologics

Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Rebecca Vasquez UTSW-trained derm, skin cancer expert & educator at Parkland. Twice awarded Outstanding Teacher + widely published in JAAD & more. 👀 Meet her + read our mini interview on LinkedIn: 🔗 linkedin.com/feed/update/ur… #DermTwitter #FacultyFriday

Welcome to our 2025–2026 Micrographic Surgery & Dermatologic Oncology Fellows! We're excited to support your next chapter in advanced surgical and skin cancer care at UTSW. #UTSWDerm #MohsFellowship #DermSurg #SkinCancerCare #MedEd

UT Southwestern is ranked #1 globally in the Nature Index for high-quality research in biological sciences! 🌎🔬 Proud to contribute to this culture of innovation at #UTSWDerm. 🔗nature.com/nature-index/i… #ResearchExcellence #DermatologyResearch

Recently we celebrated our incredible Class of 2025 at #UTSWDerm’s annual Passages event 🎓 Grateful for all they’ve contributed, and excited to see what comes next. #DermFam #ResidencyGraduation #Passages2025

We’re thrilled to welcome new Dermatology Residents! 🎉 We’re proud to have such an exceptional group training with us. Say hello if you see a new face! #UTSWDerm #ResidencyWelcome #MedicalEducation

UTSW Derm was proud to take part in the 2025 @IDEOM Annual Meeting in DC, bringing together experts, patients & researchers to advance outcomes in psoriatic disease, HS, CTD, CTCL & more. Grateful to be part of the dialogue driving patient-centered innovation. @JosephMerolaMD

New from @NaturePortfolio Reviews Disease Primers: Dr. @JosephMerolaMD Merola (UTSW) co-authors with Dr. @_AprilArmstrong , a deep dive into plaque psoriasis—genetics, comorbidities, and cutting-edge therapies. 📖 nature.com/articles/s4157… #Psoriasis #UTSWDerm #DermTwitter

On #WorldSclerodermaDay, we recognize the strength of those living with scleroderma and the ongoing efforts to improve care and outcomes. We're proud to contribute to advancing knowledge and treatment of morphea and systemic sclerosis through expert care & groundbreaking research

Honoring a true legend: Dr. Dennis Newton has served 50 years as an attending at the Parkland Derm Clinic — one afternoon a week since 1975. A model of dedication, humility, and mentorship. We are grateful for his extraordinary service. #UTSWDerm #DermTwitter #facultyfriday

🌍 On #WorldVitiligoDay, we recognize the impact of vitiligo and the importance of culturally attuned, equitable dermatologic care. At #UTSWDerm, our work spans inclusive research, education, and expert clinical care across pigmentary disorders. #DermTwitter

New from #UTSWDerm’s Dr. Rebecca Vasquez: How do eczema flares impact pigment in skin of color—and why can that be more distressing than the flare itself? She weighs in via @NextSteps_Derm : 🔗 nextstepsinderm.com/derm-topics/pa… #DermTwitter

#FacultyFriday Dr. Ponciano Cruz, former residency director, & a national leader in contact dermatitis, alopecia areata & patch testing. With 200+ publications and ongoing work in cancer immunotherapy, his legacy as a mentor and innovator continues. #DermTwitter