PLANO, Texas, Sept. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dr. Caitlin Farmer began treating patients at Center for Dermatology Plano and Flower Mound, on September 3rd.
Dr. Caitlin Farmer attended Duke University to obtain her biomedical engineering undergraduate degree. Her medical degree was earned at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, where she remained for her internal medicine internship. Dr. Farmer was a recipient of the Eric Leung Scholarship and became a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. Dr. Farmer's dermatology residency was completed in Detroit at the Henry Ford Hospital.
Dr. Farmer's background in engineering led her to dermatology because they both involve analytical thinking, attention to detail, hands-on problem solving and maintaining familiarity with emerging technologies. She enjoys drawing on her engineering background and her advanced medical training to create patient-centered, comprehensive treatment plans with patients and their families. Maintaining continuity of care with her patients allows her to see the impact of treatment plans, whether simple or complex, on their lives.
"I am excited to join the Center for Dermatology team and I am grateful to be in a practice that enables me to provide high quality care to my patients while working with wonderful colleagues." says Farmer. Her clinical interests include early detection and management of skin cancer, acne and rosacea, psoriasis and combating photo aging.
In her spare time, Dr. Farmer enjoys watching movies and college sports, exploring new restaurants and traveling with her husband.
About Center for Dermatology and Cosmetic Laser Surgery
The providers at Center for Dermatology and Cosmetic Laser Surgery have many areas of expertise and keep up to date with the newest procedures and developments in their field. Dr. Bryan Selkin graduated from the renowned Harvard University Dermatology Program as chief educational resident and won the "outstanding teacher of the year" award. Dr. Gilbert Selkin has extensive training in maxillofacial surgery, facial reconstruction, and the oral cavity, and offers a wide range of surgical and cosmetic procedures. Dr. John "Jay" Wofford is one of the few dermatologists in the area who is board-certified in both dermatology and dermatopathology, giving them profound insight into various presentations of skin disease. Dr. M. David Meyer and Dr. Sam Awan specialize in all aspects of dermatology including medical, surgical, and cosmetic procedures. Dr. Janet Li and Dr. Howard Steinman specialize in Mohs Micrographic Surgery. Together, the interests, experience, backgrounds, and certifications of CD&CLS' providers allow for outstanding collaboration and care for patients
About U.S. Dermatology Partners
As one of the largest physician-owned dermatology practices in the country, U.S. Dermatology Partners patients not only have access to general medical, surgical, and cosmetic skin treatment through its coordinated care network, but also benefit from the practice's strong dermatology subspecialty thought leaders and medical advisory board. To be the best partners to its patients, U.S. Dermatology Partners is fervently focused on providing the highest level of patient-first care, and its team, therefore, includes recognized national leaders in areas such as clinical research, psoriasis, and Mohs Surgery. To learn more, visit usdermatologypartners.com.
SOURCE U.S. Dermatology Partners

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