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
CoolSculpting® is a non-surgical, non-invasive procedure that uses a device to cool targeted areas of fat, causing the fat cells to freeze and die. Over time, the body naturally eliminates these d...
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...
The best sunscreens are those that provide broad-spectrum protection, which means they protect against both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. They should also have an SPF (sun protecti...
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 ...
The treatment for severe atopic dermatitis will depend on the individual case, but it may include a combination of the following:Topical corticosteroids: Topical corticosteroids can be used to reduce ...
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
