Dr. Jennifer Vickers, MD
Dermatopathology
Medical Expertise of Dr. Jennifer Vickers, MD
About Dr. Jennifer Vickers, MD
Jennifer Vickers, MD is a board-certified dermatologist specializing in the evaluation and management of conditions of the skin, hair, and nails. She sees every patient as an opportunity to improve a life, whether she is treating a baby with a rash, providing a skin screening for skin cancer, or performing a cosmetic procedure. In every aspect of her practice, she strives to ensure that her patients feel comfortable, in good care, and that they are an integral part of their own health.
Dr. Vickers has participated in research involving the use of technology to aid in skin cancer diagnosis and has published articles in several peer-reviewed journals, including the New England Journal of Medicine and the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.
Patient Education Resources
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
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...
Isotretinoin, previously marketed as Accutane, is a medication that is used to treat severe cystic acne that has not responded to other treatments. Isotretinoin is a form of vitamin A and works by ...
Actinic keratoses (AKs) are precancerous skin lesions that can develop into squamous cell carcinoma, a type of skin cancer. Treatment options for AKs include:Cryotherapy: This procedure involves freez...
Education & Training
- Undergraduate Degree - University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas – Graduated in 2004
Bachelor of Science in Psychology; Graduated with High Honors - Medical Degree - University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas – Graduated in 2009
Medical Degree; Awarded Magna Cum Laude in Honors Research Program - Medical Internship - University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas – 2009 – 2010
- Dermatology Residency - Queen’s University,New York Medical College/ Metropolitan Hospital, New York, New York – Graduated in 2013
- Dermatopathology Fellowship - Albert Einstein College of Medicine/ DermPath Diagnostics, New York, New York
- Assistant Professor of Dermatology- Dell Medical School at the University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas
