Medical Expertise of Dr. Gary Cox, MD
About Dr. Gary Cox, MD
A Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the University of Texas at Austin, Dr. Cox received his medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center Medical School in San Antonio. He completed one year of residency at Baylor College of Medicine before beginning private practice.
Dr. Cox augments his training with many hours of continuing medical education credits. Since 1979, he has been cited consistently for excellence in continuing medical education by the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Medical Association.
Board certified in dermatology, Dr. Cox is a member of various professional organizations, including the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, the American Academy if Medical Ethics, the Texas Medical Association, the Texas Dermatology Society, and the Houston Dermatology Society. He is also a Clinical Instructor at the Baylor College of Medicine Department of Dermatology and is the author of numerous scientific journal articles on topics in dermatology. Dr. Cox's research has appeared in The Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, Cutis, and The Wall Street Journal.
Patient Education Resources
There is some evidence to suggest that diet can play a role in the development of acne. Studies have found that a diet high in sugar and processed foods can increase the risk of developing acne. Diets...
There are several ways to reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea:Avoiding triggers: Triggers such as sun exposure, wind, high temperatures, stress, spicy foods, and alcohol, can worsen the symptoms...
The best way to find out if you have skin cancer is to have a skin examination performed by a healthcare professional such as a dermatologist. They will visually inspect your skin for any suspicious m...
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
Atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition that causes dry, itchy, and scaly skin. The condition is characterized by symptoms such as:Dry, itchy skin: The skin ...
Education & Training
- Residency: Baylor College of Medicine
- Internship: Baylor College of Medicine
- Medical School: University of Texas Medical School