UTSW Dermatology
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Official UT Southwestern Department of Dermatology Twitter | IG: UTSWDerm | Creating leaders for dermatology | We value the skin you’re in ✊🏿🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
Dallas, TX
Joined December 2019
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
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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:.🔗 #DermTwitter #FacultyFriday
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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. 📖 #DermatologyResearch #MentalHealth
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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
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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. 🔗 #ResearchExcellence #DermatologyResearch
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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
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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
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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
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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. 📖 #Psoriasis #UTSWDerm #DermTwitter.
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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
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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
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🌍 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
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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 :.🔗 #DermTwitter.
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#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
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A new consensus in @JAMADerm defines it as BSA = 0% or IGA = 0 for 6+ months on treatment—a step toward clearer benchmarks in care. Co-authors include UTSW’s Dr. @JosephMerolaMD Merola, Dr. April Armstrong & Dr. Lourdes Pérez-Chada. 📖 #DermTwitter
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Proud to be part of the global TRM-SLE Taskforce led by Dr. Eric Morand, advancing how we measure treatment response in SLE/CLE trials. New consensus identifies 8 key domains, including nephritis, arthritis & ulcers. 📖 #DermTwitter.
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New study led by Dr. @JosephMerolaMD Merola & Dr. Alice Gottlieb (@UTSWDerm) shows deucravacitinib significantly improves joint pain & MSK symptoms in PsO patients who screened positive for undiagnosed PsA. 📖 #DermTwitter #Psoriasis
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New guidance on CV risk in PsO & PsA: Dr. @Joseph Merola, Dr. Brittany Weber, @PPACMANgroup network outline recs to improve CV screening & care. 🔹Baseline CV screening.🔹Biomarkers (hsCRP, Lp(a)).🔹Early statins/GLP-1s.🔹Cardio referrals.📖 #DermTwitter
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#FacultyFriday Meet Dr. Donald Glass, Associate Prof. & expert in keloids. His research bridges genetics & derm, redefining how we treat this complex condition. Past President of @SkinOfColor & dedicated mentor. Read our mini interview: #DermTwitter
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Dr. Avery LaChance (@BrighamWomens Derm) reveals shared pathways in eosinophilic fasciitis & morphea, alongside co-authors including Dr. @JosephMerolaMD (@UTSWDerm ):. 🔹Necroptosis.🔹cGAS/STING activation.🔹JAK/STAT signaling. 📖 #DermResearch
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Celebrating excellence!. Congrats to our PACT honorees who go above & beyond in Problem Solving, Attitude, Communication & Teamwork. ⭐ Gold: Tabitha Woolf, Diana Cepeda, Lauren Bell.🏆 Platinum: Liz Lehrman.13 staff recognized this cycle, thank you all!. #Dermatology
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