Congratulations to Dr. Elise Weisert for her selection by AOA student members for induction into AOA. Selection criteria include “…dedication to the highest standards of professionalism, leadership, scholarship, research, and service in the field of medicine.” Her induction ceremony is scheduled for May 39, 2025.
Friday, February 28, 2025
Wednesday, February 26, 2025
UTMB Students and Faculty Featured on UTMB News
UTMB News recently featured David Garate (MS4) and Christopher Thang (MS3.5/research year) for their publication in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology (JAAD) (Impact Factor: 12.8) evaluating the risk of malignancy from topical benzoyl peroxide in acne patients.
Their project was conducted with
Dr. George Golovko, PhD (UTMB Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology) and
Dr. Michael G. Wilkerson, MD (Professor and Chair of UTMB Department of
Dermatology).
Monday, February 24, 2025
19th Annual Steps Against Melanoma Walk
The Dermatology Interest Group and Plastic Surgery Interest Group are partnering with the AIM at Melanoma Foundation to host the 19th annual Steps Against Melanoma Walk! This event includes a 1-mile walk and a 5K run to support those affected by melanoma and contribute to ongoing research efforts.
Save
the date: Sunday, April 27 at 9 AM
Location: Galveston Seawall (starting across from Salsa’s Restaurant – 4604
Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX 77501)
We’d
love for you to join us in bringing awareness to melanoma and supporting this
important cause. Feel free to invite friends and family!
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
PGY4 Dermatology Resident Nominated for UTMB Resident of the Year Award
The UTMB DIG congratulates Dr. Antonio “Tony” Jimenez for his departmental nomination for the UTMB Resident of the Year. In the dermatology department, fellow residents are responsible for nominations. We are fortunate that Dr. Jimenez has accepted a dermatopathology fellowship at UTMB for the upcoming 2025-2026 academic year, and we look forward to working with you! And we hope that you stay for a faculty position!
Monday, February 17, 2025
UTMB Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology (MSDO) Fellow Nominated for 2024-2025 Fellow of the Year
The UTMB DIG congratulates Corley Pruneda, MD for her nomination for the UTMB Fellow of The year. Upon expected completion of the Mohs Fellowship, she plans to join a private dermatology practice in San Angelo, Texas where she will practice Mohs surgery and general dermatology.
Saturday, February 15, 2025
February CODE BB
This February, CODE BB posted its latest board at Crenshaw Elementary/Middle School. This Valentine’s Day board encourages students to write uplifting comments about their skin, helping to inspire self-love and confidence. A big thank you to the volunteers who made this project possible! Stay tuned for opportunities to get involved with next month's board!
Feel free to
reach out to Casey Brusen (cabrusen@utmb.edu)
or Lynchi Nguyen (lypnguye@utmb.edu) if
you have any questions!
From left to
right: Ria Kanotra (MS1) and Shelby Devin (MS2) (Not pictured: Casey Brusen
(MS2) and Lynchi Nguyen (MS2))
Thursday, February 13, 2025
Dr. Antonio Jimenez Honored
Anthony “Tony” Jimenez MD, a current PGY4 UTMB Dermatology Chief Resident and a UTMB SOM graduate received the 2025 Arnold P. Gold Foundation Humanism and Excellence in Teaching Award. Congratulations!
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
February H4H Event
Hats off to the amazing students who joined us for ‘Hats for the Homeless’! We spent a sun-sational morning sharing sun safety tips and handing out protective gear to those who need it most.
Pictured left to right ( Jun Park MS1, Casey Brusen MS2, and Meagan Carter MS2) Not pictured (Victoria Katei MS4, Stay Shady Chair)
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