Welcome to the Department of Dermatology at the University of Missouri School of Medicine. Our dedicated faculty and staff are committed to providing high-quality dermatological care for our patients while fostering exceptional educational experiences for our residents, fellows, and students. We take pride in creating a collegial and engaging work environment that encourages scholarly inquiry and the pursuit of new knowledge in the field of dermatology.
Our department proudly provides expert dermatological care across six locations within the University of Missouri Health Care Hospitals and Clinics. We are also honored to serve our veterans at the Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans' Hospital. In addition, we have been pioneering teledermatology clinics for more than 20 years, bringing specialized care to rural and underserved communities throughout Missouri.
We have beautiful facilities, a strong and diverse faculty and staff, and a comprehensive dermatopathology service. The future is bright for Mizzou Dermatology!
Guiding Principles
Knowledge
We empower faculty, residents, students, and collaborators to learn, grow, and share knowledge that drives innovation in dermatology, advancing education, research, and patient care with purpose and passion.
Leadership
We foster a supportive and forward-thinking environment where faculty, staff, residents, nurses, students, and alumni contribute to a collective vision, drive innovation, and lead meaningful organizational change to strengthen our department.
Inclusion
We foster a supportive and forward-thinking environment where faculty, staff, residents, nurses, students, and alumni contribute to a collective vision, drive innovation, and lead meaningful organizational change to strengthen our department.
Technology
We leverage advanced information technology to enhance the delivery of high-quality dermatologic health care and education across a variety of settings.
Quality
We set and uphold standards of excellence in patient care and education, fostering continuous improvement and innovation to ensure the highest quality experiences within the Department of Dermatology.
