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Dermatology and Cutaneous Biology

About the Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Biology

Jouni Uitto, MD, PhD

Academic Title: Professor

Chair, Department of Dermatology & Cutaneous Biology

Board Certifications:
Dermatology

The Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Biology at Jefferson provides diagnosis and treatment of all types of skin disorders in adults as well as children. Specially trained physicians utilize advanced conventional, Mohs and laser surgical techniques to provide patients with the most flexible options for effective treatment of a wide range of skin conditions and for the removal of skin lesions.

Research and Education

In addition to patient care, the Department's world-class research programs facilitate clinical studies, investigate advances in dermatologic therapies and engage in studies of genetic skin diseases, connective-tissue disorders and skin cancers. The Department is also internationally renowned as an education facility, providing residency training in dermatology; rotation programs for physician training in related specialties such as family medicine; education of medical students; and certificate programs for international students.

Visit the Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Biology at Thomas Jefferson University for more on research and education.