Carina Woodruff, MD < Back Carina Woodruff, MD Faculty Dr. Carina Woodruff is a board-certified dermatologist who cares for patients with a wide variety of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, psoriasis, benign growths, moles, skin cancer, and autoimmune or infectious skin diseases. She has a special interest in contact and occupational dermatitis and specializes in patch testing, a technique used to identify chemicals that can cause rashes on the skin. She believes in a holistic approach to skin care, considering how mental health, overall wellness, work, and environmental exposures can impact the course and treatment of skin conditions. She is the Director of the Epiphany Skin Allergy Institute in Dallas, Texas. Before joining Epiphany, Dr. Woodruff was an assistant professor of dermatology at the University of California, San Francisco where she was also Associate Director of the Contact Dermatitis Unit and Director of Medical Student Education. Her formal education and training include: Harvard University (Cambridge, MA) – BA, Social and Cognitive Neuroscience (summa cum laude) Yale School of Medicine (New Haven, CT) – Doctor of Medicine Kaiser Permanente Medical Center (Oakland, CA) – Internal Medicine Internship University of California, San Francisco (San Francisco, CA) – Dermatology Residency Dr. Woodruff’s ongoing involvement in research has facilitated a host of publications in major dermatology journals. She enjoys teaching medical students and residents and has lectured at international conferences. She is a diplomate of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), and an active member of the Women’s Dermatologic Society (WDS), the American Medical Association (AMA), and the American Contact Dermatitis Society (ACDS), where she serves on the committee of health policy. Dr. Woodruff is originally from São Paolo, Brazil and is fluent in Portuguese. She grew up in Orlando, Florida. In her spare time, she enjoys exploring Dallas, yoga, traveling, and spending time with her husband, daughter, son, and her two King Charles Spaniels. PS Home

Karen Nern, MD, MBA < Back Karen Nern, MD, MBA Faculty Karen Nern, MD, FAAD, MBA is a board-certified dermatologist and Mohs micrographic surgeon based in Colorado. She received her medical degree from UC Davis School of Medicine and completed her dermatology residency at UC San Diego. She holds an MBA from San Diego State University and is a Visiting Scientist at Lubbock Christian University. Dr. Nern founded and grew a five-location dermatology practice, now Epiphany Dermatology, before turning her focus toward mission-driven work in skin cancer prevention and education. She is Co-Founder and Medical Director of The Sun Bus, a charitable mobile screening initiative that has provided free skin cancer screenings to more than 10,000 participants across 14 states since 2019. She is also Founder and CEO of ODD SPOT a newly developed, comprehensive patient-facing skin cancer detection framework covering melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma, published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. Dr. Nern is passionate about making skin cancer education accessible and actionable for patients and clinicians alike. PS Home

David Goldberg, MD, JD < Back David Goldberg, MD, JD Faculty David J. Goldberg, MD, JD is recognized nationally and internationally for his innovative work with skin lasers, cosmetic dermatology and non-invasive facial and body rejuvenation techniques. A board-certified dermatologist who has been in practice since 1985, he has treated patients and taught doctors throughout the world in the use of these cutting-edge technologies. Under his direction, Skin Laser & Surgery Specialists of New York and New Jersey, a division of Schweiger Dermatology Group, has been a pioneer in making skin laser and cosmetic dermatology technologies available to the public. Dr. Goldberg earned his medical degree from Yale University. He completed his dermatology residency and dermatologic surgical fellowship at New York University Medical Center. He is a clinical professor and former director of Mohs Surgery and Laser Research in the department of Dermatology at New York’s Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.Dr. Goldberg has published over 160 academic papers and has contributed to over 15 academic textbooks. He has authored textbooks on laser dermatology, laser hair removal, laser facial rejuvenation, photodamaged skin, skin wrinkle fillers, acne, rosacea, unwanted fat and cellulite. He has also co-authored two books for the general public: Light Years Younger and Secrets of Great Skin. Dr. Goldberg is active in professional societies and was elected president of the American Society for Lasers in Medicine & Surgery. He has also served as chairperson of the Ethics Committees of the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society for Lasers in Medicine and Surgery, and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery. He has sat on the board of directors of the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society for Lasers in Medicine and Surgery, the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery and the International Society for Dermatologic Surgery. He has also served as a co-vice-president of the Skin Cancer Foundation. Dr. Goldberg was the first recipient of the prestigious Leon Goldman award, named after the founder of laser surgery. Additionally, Dr. Goldberg has received the following accolades: One of the “Top Ten Laser Surgeons in the U.S.” by Self magazine One of the “Best Doctors in America” by Woodward/White, Inc. A “Best Doctor in America” by Best Doctors Inc. One of the “Best Dermatologists in New Jersey” by New Jersey Monthly. PS Home

Business 201 Faculty < Back Kim Campbell Founder and Chief Advisor Kim Campbell is the Founder of Dermatology Authority and ClubDerm.com . She has established a medical communications agency focused on collaborations with key opinion leaders, publications, leading societies, and industry partners within the dermatology market. Kim holds a Master's degree in Health Education and Administration, bringing a blend of expertise in healthcare and education to the agency. Dermatology Authority has become a trusted resource delivering high-quality educational programs and partnerships that benefit the dermatology profession. https://thedermatologyauthority.com/ Business201 Home

Business 201 Faculty < Back Mark Spalding Executive Wealth Manager For two decades, Mark has advised high net worth individuals and families experiencing a variety of financial issues including divorce, business sales, retirement planning, and inheritance. Mark brings to FPA his extensive experience providing financial and wealth management advice, which in many cases includes wealth preservation and income strategies as the cornerstone of the portfolio design and construction. He takes special care to tailor each portfolio to meet the unique requirements, specific goals and objectives, and stated risk tolerance of each client. Mark is regularly engaged by other professional advisors, CPAs, and attorneys whose clients require financial advice on such matters as property division recommendations, tax and wealth preservation strategies, and asset allocation recommendations. Mark transitioned into being a financial advisor after many years of practicing law. In that role, he regularly worked with clients experiencing large financial transactions, noting that the all too frequent lack of effective planning for major life events left many legal clients bereft of their financial goals. Mark’s legal expertise enhances his financial advice and adds a layer of comfort to clients facing complex financial issues. By applying a proper balance of both disciplines, he more ably helps clients plan for their futures and build portfolios that account for taxes and estate planning laws. Outside of work, Mark enjoys spending time with his wife and three children. He’s served on the boards of several non-profit organizations focused on veterans and children. He is an avid athlete, having played college football at UCLA, but he has since replaced his cleats with snowboard boots, golf clubs, and a fishing pole. Mark is a former Marine Corps officer who deeply values integrity, honesty, and loyalty in his relationships. http://www.finplaninfo.com Business201 Home

TCOM-affiliated dermatology residency program begins in July 2023.Health Education Services | Dermatology Residency Program < Back Health Education Services | Dermatology Residency Program HSC Newsroom Jul 10, 2023 TCOM-affiliated dermatology residency program begins in July 2023. The rise in physician shortages across the United States has left many specialties scrambling for answers, but the Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine is addressing the shortfall with a new dermatology residency program that is set to begin in July. The residency will have three residents per class with a total of nine positions once fully enrolled. The first three residents begin their training with Dr. Clay Cockerell and other faculty in July. “We started thinking about this many years ago because there is a growing need for dermatologists in the United States,” Cockerell said. “The average waiting time to see a dermatologist is really long and most people don’t know there is a shortage that’s only getting worse. We were presented with the opportunity to pursue this residency to train more dermatologists, which is one of the hardest specialties to get into in all of medicine, and progressed forward with the program.” The program was many years in the making. Starting in 2018, Dr. Lisa Nash began the cumbersome process of setting up this new residency program, which on average takes six-to-12 months of planning and preparation for the application. Typically, it’s two more years until a program has been accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education. Then COVID-19 came along and slowed the process down even further, but Nash kept pursuing initial accreditation, which came on April 21, 2023 — and not a moment too soon. The field has seen the average wait time to see a dermatologist increase 33% from 24.3 days to 32.3 days from 2004 to 2017. In 2022, the trend lines continued higher with another increase of seven percent to an average of 34.5 days. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, the specialty is expected to see a shortage ranging from 3,800 to 13,400 physicians in the coming decades. Despite missing the Match for the Class of 2023, the new TCOM-affiliated residency program had no trouble attracting top candidates for the initial class. “Even though we didn’t go through the match this year, we found 20-25 people who heard that our program was approved and went through the interview process,” Cockerell said. “We found three excellent candidates who we are very excited about.” The competitive nature of dermatology as a top specialty is born out in the 2023 match statistics. There were 864 applicants for 499 positions that were offered. “These students are traditionally among the most academically accomplished in their medical school classes,” Nash said. What the new residents will find as they train with Cockerell and his colleagues is a unique dermatology experience. He operates Cockerell Dermatopathology in Dallas, which combines dermatology with pathology. The residents can expect a very classical style of training that will also give them the ability to learn about surgery, pathology, pediatric dermatology, cosmetic dermatology and other sub-specialties of dermatology. “We are very excited about this opportunity because while we don’t have all the resources of a major academic institution, we do have a great group of dermatologists who are dedicated to teaching,” Cockerell said. “Our residents will be in the clinic seeing patients as well as at our dermatopathology practice where they will get to see many biopsy specimens, including the ones that they take from their patients. Along with very good didactic sessions and lectures, we want our residents to attend various conferences that are local, regional and national.” The field has grown significantly since Cockerell started his practice decades ago. What was a traditional practice of general dermatology has since expanded into new subspecialty areas such as dermatologic surgery, pediatric dermatology, medical dermatology and cosmetic dermatology, among others. There are also many new treatments and therapeutic agents that were not available in the past.“ There have been a lot of changes in dermatology from when I first started,” said Cockerell said. “There have been dramatic breakthroughs in therapy which has become a major part of our field.” The specialty is rapidly growing, but the number of residencies isn’t keeping up with the demand. TCOM’s partnership with Cockerell and his dedicated colleagues will help alleviate some of the growing shortages. The program is going to give the residents an opportunity to not just learn dermatology but the versatility of business, finances and even legal issues. “We want them to become high-quality dermatologists and have expertise in the field, but also in a number of other things,” said Cockerell, who also has two MBA degrees and a JD degree. “I want them to feel comfortable to be able open their own practice if they choose and understand the business and legal aspects of medicine, which is so lacking in medical educational programs, so they won’t be a deer in the headlights when they graduate. We also will expect them to develop an area of expertise so they can be known as an expert on some topic when they graduate from our program.” Link to online article About Clay J. Cockerell, MD, JD, MBA Dr. Clay J. Cockerell is a world-renowned specialist in treating and diagnosing skin disorders and has diagnosed over three million biopsies. An internationally recognized pioneer in his field and double board-certified in dermatology and dermatopathology, Dr. Cockerell has been practicing medicine since 1986. He is currently the Founder & President of Cockerell Dermatopathology and the Program Director of the Health Education Services dermatology residency program sponsored by the Lake Granbury Medical Center. Also, Dr. Cockerell sees patients a few days per month to assist with resident training and to keep his clinicopathological skills sharp. Dr. Cockerell has held numerous leadership positions within several highly regarded medical associations. Most notably, he served as the President, Secretary & Treasurer and a member of the Board of Directors of the American Academy of Dermatology, President of the Texas Dermatological Society, and President of the Dallas Dermatological Society. Also, Dr. Cockerell holds leadership roles as Founder and President of Cockerell Dermatopathology and a former AmeriPath Board of Directors member. Dr. Cockerell and his wife, Brenda, had a lifelong dream of producing wine and, in 2005, purchased a vineyard in Calistoga, California. They now produce wine under the Coquerel Family Wine Estates label. Dr. Cockerel and Brenda have two children, Charles and Lillian, and they have been married for forty-six years. In addition, Dr. Cockerell and Brenda enjoy traveling, golf, and winter sports. About Cockerell Dermatopathology The Cockerell Dermatopathology story begins with Dr. Clay J. Cockerell's vision to establish a practice whose mission is to treat each specimen as if it came from one of own family members. Family! At Cockerell Dermatopathology, every employee is driven by a relentless pursuit of diagnostic excellence. We specialize in evaluating dermatologic disorders, tackling cases ranging from the routine to the most challenging. Our practice continuously invests in cutting-edge technologies to best serve each referring clinician and their patients. These innovations result in higher-quality diagnostic slides, quicker turnaround times for routine cases, and seamless deployment of EMR interfaces. From an educational perspective, Cockerell Dermatopathology is more than a dermatopathology practice. We host numerous in-person and internet-based education events and boast a state-of-the-art 14-headed microscope for dermatology resident training sessions. Our services extend beyond borders, serving hundreds of clinicians in Texas, throughout the United States, and globally. With a highly accessible team of board-certified dermatopathologists and a dedicated support staff, our vision is simple yet profound. Family, we treat every specimen as if it were from one of our own family members. Previous Next

Nnenna Agim, MD < Back Nnenna Agim, MD Faculty Nnenna Agim, MD is an experienced dermatologist board certified in both general and pediatric dermatology by the American Board of Dermatology. She graduated summa cum laude from the University of Houston with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and minor in Psychology following which she trained in Medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas, TX. She stayed on for an internship in Internal Medicine at Parkland Hospital before completing Dermatology residency training at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, serving as a chief resident. She returned to Houston to complete a Pediatric Dermatology fellowship with Baylor College of Medicine at the world-famous Texas Children’s Hospital, following which she returned to Dallas to build a Pediatric Dermatology Practice and Program. A former Associate Professor of Dermatology, Division Chief and Program Director at the University of Texas Southwestern Dallas and Children’s Hospital Dallas, she served for over twelve years caring for patients and creating educational programs for medical students and residents, including the establishment of a fellowship program which graduated other successful Pediatric Dermatologists now practicing within and outside the United States. Over the years, she has lectured locally, regionally and nationally. Her authorship in these areas of expertise is extensive and she has been fortunate to write, review or edit manuscripts for many of the major medical and dermatology journals: Pediatric Dermatology, Pediatrics, Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, JAMA Dermatology, etc., textbooks, popular reference resources like VisualDx, and patient directed articles on preventive health. She is quite honored to have been selected by peers as a Top Doctor/Pediatric Specialist in Dallas for the last 7 consecutive years and a Super Doctor of Texas for the past five years. Following the closure of the clinic at Children’s Health Dallas, she joined North Texas Dermatology Associates. A lifelong learner and professed medical sleuth, all aspects of dermatology, especially pediatric dermatology, education of families, creative solutions for common and complex problems, and telemedicine comprise her professional interests. Outside of work, you can find her chasing after three very active boys, in the garden, or singing and dancing somewhere she hopes no one is watching. PS Home

Jaculeen Dano, MD < Back Jaculeen Dano, MD Faculty Dr. Dano is a native of Bucks County, Pennsylvania. She was awarded a full academic scholarship to La Salle University in Philadelphia, where she majored in Biology/pre-med and Mathematics, played on the LaSalle tennis team, and learned how to correctly order a cheesesteak ("one or one wit"). Dr. Dano then completed her medical degree at Tulane University School of Medicine where she was introduced to southern hospitality like not calling shotgun if you want the front seat or being patient while waiting for a lumbering streetcar and learned how to correctly order a Po-Boy ("dressed or not dressed"). he was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha honor medical society during medical school for her academic achievements. Upon Graduation from Tulane, she was also the recipient of several academic and service awards including the Murrel Kaplan Compassionate Physician Award and the Richard Freeman Prize that is awarded for outstanding leadership and overall contribution to Tulane University. Dr. Dano chose to continue her education at a rigorous hands-on program that also served indigent patients and completed two residencies at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. In 1993 she completed her first residency in Internal Medicine and subsequently finished her residency in Dermatology in 1996. She got to work with many great mentors and colleagues during these years. Dr. Dano has had her private practice in Austin since 1999 and has been named a Texas Super Doctor by Texas Monthly for several years. Dr. Dano sees adults and children for general dermatology including conditions such as acne, psoriasis, eczema, moles, and skin cancers. She performs surgery to remove skin cancers, moles, and cysts. In addition to her general dermatology practice, Dr. Dano is licensed in cosmetic dermatology treatments such as Botox, Dysport and fillers including Juvederm products, Sculptra, Radiesse, and Restalyn products. She also uses treatments such as Sclerotherapy to treat patients with varicose veins. Dr. Dano works with her aesthetician using topical therapies, peels, microdermabrasion and lasers with an emphasis on evidenced-based skincare and treatments proven to be safe and effective. In her free time, Dr. Dano is trying really hard to keep her three boys (four if her husband is included) in line. She is back to having to call shotgun for the best seat in the minivan and is proud to show her boys she has not lost her Philly tenacity. Some things come full circle. PS Home

Whitney High, MD, JD, MEng < Back Whitney High, MD, JD, MEng Faculty Professor of Dermatology Vice-Chairman, Dermatology Director of Dermatology Clinic Director of Dermatopathology Laboratory, University of Colorado Whitney A. High, MD, MEng, a native of Colorado, is the Vice Chairman of Dermatology, and the Director of both the Dermatology Clinic and the Dermatopathology Laboratory at the University of Colorado. He is board-certified in Dermatology and Dermatopathology. He also has certification in Tropical Medicine & Hygiene. After practicing as a chemical engineer in the industry, Dr. High returned to medical school to receive his medical degree from the Mayo Clinic School of Medicine. Dr. High completed his dermatology residency training at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, serving as Chief Resident. He completed his dermatopathology fellowship at the University of Colorado. Dr. High is appointed to the Departments of Dermatology & Pathology at the University of Colorado. His research laboratory was the first in the world to discover gadolinium in the tissue of patients with nephrogenic systemic fibrosis. Dr. High also has a degree in law from the University of Denver. He has authored 4 textbooks, 40 chapters, and more than 80 medical papers. He has served as an editor/editorial board member in many top medical journals in his fields. Dr. High’s current research interests include: Pigmented lesions Medicolegal issues Infectious disease/sexually transmitted disease Pharmacological and toxicological dermatology/dermatopathology Advanced biochemical testing applied to dermatology/dermatopathology PS Home

Laura Ferris, MD, PhD < Back Laura Ferris, MD, PhD Faculty Clinical Interests Adult Dermatology Special Interests Pigmented Lesion and Melanoma Psoriasis Board Certification Dermatology Education: Doctor of MedicineUniversity of Maryland, Baltimore, MD Doctor of PhilosophyJohns Hopkins Medical School, Baltimore, MD Training Cutaneous Oncology & Clinical Research Fellowship | University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA Dermatology Residency | University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA Medicine Internship | University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA PS Home

Dipti Anand, MD < Back Dipti Anand, MD Faculty Dr. Anand is a native of New Delhi, India. She received her medical degree at Ramaiah Medical College in Bangalore, India, graduating in the top 1st percentile of her class. She did a year of Preliminary Medicine at Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia, where she received the “Outstanding Intern” award. She subsequently went on to complete an Anatomic Pathology Residency at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Her residency was followed by a year of a coveted dermatopathology fellowship, under the mentorship of Dr. Clay Cockerell, at the University of Texas Southwestern in Dallas. Dr. Anand is board certified in pathology as well as dermatopathology. She has been successfully running a well-reputed annual Dermatopathology Board Review course for the dermatology residents since, 2012. In addition, she also runs a biannual CME accredited dermatopathology teaching course for ancillary physician providers. Dr. Anand is passionate about education and is continuously on the teaching roster for didactic sessions for the dermatology residents at the Medical College of Georgia and Emory University School of Medicine. She is the recipient of the 2019 Voluntary Faculty Teaching Award from Emory. Dr. Anand is actively involved in mentoring residents and students in the field of dermatology. She is the Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and serves as the Program Director of Dermatopathology at D.O Dermatology Residency in Atlanta. She is on the Board of Directors for the annual Zola Cooper Lee T. Nesbitt Seminar. She is an active member of the Atlanta Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery Society, the Georgia Society of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery, the American Academy of Dermatology, and the American Society of Dermatopathology. Dr. Anand has numerous publications in the fields of dermatology and dermatopathology. She has been practicing dermatopathology for the last eight years and is currently the CEO and Medical Director of SkinPath Solutions. PS Home

Karen Nern, MD, MBA Karen Nern, MD, MBA Faculty Dr. Karen Nern is a board-certified dermatologist and dermatologic surgeon with expertise in general, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology. She performs Mohs micrographic surgery and has extensive experience treating both benign and malignant skin growths. She also performs many cosmetic procedures, including JUVÉDERM®, VOLUMA®, KYBELLA®, chemical peels, and CO2 laser. Her formal education and training include: Arizona State University (Tempe, AZ) – BS, Finance San Diego State University (San Diego, CA) – MBA, International Business University of California, Davis (Davis, CA) – Doctor of Medicine Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego (San Diego, CA) – Transitional Medicine Internship University of California, San Diego (San Diego, CA) – Dermatology Residency A diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology (ABD), a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), and the American Society for Mohs Surgery (ASMS), Dr. Nern is a preceptor for medical students and is passionate about teaching. She is dedicated to taking exceptional care of her patients to help them achieve skin health and skin cancer prevention. In her spare time, Dr. Nern enjoys skiing, horseback riding, boating, and hiking. Dr. Nern is also on the Board of The Colorado Melanoma Foundation and initiated a philanthropic project called The Sun Bus. The Sun Bus attends major events and is a free sun safety education and skin cancer screening vehicle serving the underserved populations of Colorado. PS Winter Home