Dermatology

Dermatology is a branch of medicine that diagnoses, treats and prevents diseases of the skin, hair and nails. We help patients living with conditions like eczema, acne and skin cancer.

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The Division of Dermatology at SIU Medicine focuses on education, research and clinical care as it relates to conditions affecting the skin, hair and nails. We offer patients a diverse range of treatments for a variety of skin conditions while always taking into consideration each patient’s specific goals and concerns. Our board-certified and board-eligible dermatologists have access to advanced technology and evidence-based interventions to diagnose and treat conditions like psoriasis, acne, eczema and skin cancers including melanoma, basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. Our doctors also offer our patients the latest innovations and techniques in subspecialties including cosmetic dermatology, pediatric dermatology and dermatologic surgery. Graduates of the SIU Medicine Dermatology Residency Program have a 100 percent board certification rate and are exposed to a rigorous curriculum, which emphasizes both medical and ethical considerations of the field, including health equity and antiracism.

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The faculty at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is focused on educating the region's top physicians, researching new models of care, and providing expert clinical services that address the health care needs of central and southern Illinois.

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Dermatologist checks on a mole near a patients eye

FEATURE STORY

Derm residency in Springfield a 'dream' destination

The communal spirit is cited regularly by the spectrum of residents involved in the program, and over decades it has become the tradition within the Department of Internal Medicine’s Division of Dermatology.

The ongoing popularity of SIU’s Dermatology Residency Program is not surprising. The school’s mission has always been community focused, with an emphasis on clinical care for a diverse population.

Finishing strong: 2020-25 Strategic Plan Progress Report

July 3, 2025

A new progress report has been published to outline the accomplishments that reflect the resilience, innovation and unwavering commitment of our entire SIU Medicine community.

SCI offering skin cancer screenings May 20

April 30, 2025

Central Illinois residents are encouraged to register for a free skin cancer screening from 5 - 7 p.m., Tuesday, May 20, at Simmons Cancer Institute at SIU Medicine, 315 W. Carpenter St. in Springfield.

Telehealth conference to share virtual health strategies

October 17, 2024

Health care providers and staff using telehealth in their practices – or who would like to – will learn about the latest innovations and developments in this evolving branch of medical care at SIU Medicine’s 2024 Telehealth Conference on Tuesday, October 29.

Dr. Sandra Lee Pops Into Springfield

The star of The Learning Channel’s hit reality TV program “Dr. Pimple Popper,” Sandra Lee, MD, returned to Springfield in April to be the guest speaker at a Women’s Power Night to benefit Simmons Cancer Institute at SIU. Dr. Lee completed her residency in dermatology at SIU School of Medicine in 2003