TYLER, Texas — UT Tyler medical school students will get to become dermatologists thanks to a new partnership.
U.S. Dermatology Partners and UT Tyler School of Medicine have come together to create a Department of Dermatology. The department will set standards for dermatologic care and education on a regional and national level.
According to a news release, the Department of Dermatology will launch educational programs for medical students at the university within the next year and hire a chair of the department and a dermatology program director with plans to apply to become an accredited dermatology residency program. Students will receive comprehensive training and hands-on experience in dermatology.
The students will participate in clinical research in collaboration with U.S. Dermatology Partners to develop new treatments and approaches to skincare.
U.S. Dermatology Partners Tyler has been serving East Texas since 2013, and the group oversees medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology services across 11 locations in the region.
"Partnering with the UT Tyler School of Medicine to bring top-quality dermatology education and care to East Texas aligns closely with our mission and builds upon the work we have achieved in rural communities through our Outreach Program," said Paul Singh, CEO of U.S. Dermatology Partners.
Dr. Brigham C. Willis, UT Tyler School of Medicine founding dean, said the department will significantly improve patient outcomes in the community and beyond.
“The establishment of the Department of Dermatology at the UT Tyler School of Medicine is a milestone for the region and for the university, promising to elevate the standard of education and dermatological care in our area," Willis said.
The UT Tyler Dermatology Department is looking for a chair of the Department of Dermatology and a program director for the Dermatology Residency Program. Qualified candidates can apply at dermjobs.usdermatologypartners.com.