Medical Expertise of Dr. Amy McClung, MD
About Dr. Amy McClung, MD
Dr. Amy McClung is a dermatologist providing medical care to patients in the Austin, Texas area.
Dr. McClung is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology. She was born and raised in Houston, Texas. She graduated magna cum laude from Rice University with degrees in Kinesiology and Spanish. As an undergraduate, she was elected into the Phi Beta Kappa honor society. While attending medical school at The University of Texas Medical Branch, she was elected to Alpha Omega Alpha, the honor society for top medical graduates. After completing a transitional year at Christus St. Joseph Hospital, she went on to complete her dermatology residency training at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas.
Dr. McClung has been published in several peer-reviewed journals and presented research findings at national medical conferences. She has also volunteered her skills on medical mission trips to Mexico and Nicaragua. She is active in several medical organizations, including the American Academy of Dermatology and the Texas Dermatology Society.
During medical school Dr. McClung completed independent research on “Skin Protection in Runners” and the “Behavioral Motivation of Tanners.” She is an avid runner and has completed nine marathons. She has volunteered for Marathon Kids. She and her husband, Christopher, have recently moved to the Tarrytown section of Austin and have a young son.
Dr. McClung has a special interest in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer, sun protection for runners and other outdoor athletes, and cosmetic dermatology.
Make an appointment with Dr. Amy McClung by contacting Evans Dermatology Partners in Austin.
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