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
Biologics are a class of medications that can be used to treat eczema, a chronic skin condition characterized by inflammation and itching. Biologics work by targeting specific parts of the immune syst...
Here are some basic acne skin care tips that may help to reduce the appearance and severity of acne:Cleanse your skin gently: Use a mild, non-abrasive cleanser to wash your face twice a day. Avoid usi...
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 ...
Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure that involves using a device with fine needles to create tiny punctures in the skin. The needles are typically between 0.5mm and 2.5mm in length, and are used to ...
Treatment for psoriasis on the scalp typically involves a combination of topical and systemic therapies.Topical treatments include:Shampoos containing salicylic acid, coal tar, or sulfur, which can he...
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
