2022 UIM Resident Aesthetic Research Mentorship Award Recipients

Brianna De Souza, MD

"Through this experience, I have been equipped with the knowledge and resources needed to be a successful provider, which has added to my confidence as I near the end of my residency. And for that, I am eternally grateful!

I would like to thank the Women's Dermatologic Society for offering such an opportunity to young female providers early on in our careers and Dr. Kathrotiya for her mentorship."

Residency Program: Wake Forest Baptist Health
Mentor: Puja Kathrotiya, MD

Amaris Geisler, MD

"I would like to thank Allergan tremendously for sponsoring this award. The award has given me opportunity in both my academic pursuits as well as personal.

As a first generation college student, child to a single mother, and URM, I am so appreciative of Allergan for their generosity, it makes a huge difference for those like me, who may not have mentors in medicine or dermatology at home."

Residency Program: Emroy
Mentor: Jodi Ganz, MD

Uzomaka Okoro, MD, MSc

"Thank you so much for the opportunity to participate in this mentorship program.

I feel that I have enriched my learning and knowledge in the areas of alopecia, hair transplantation, and service to skin of color patients. I am now even more motivated to continue my path of health, equity and service to marginalized groups. Thank you!"

Residency Program: Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
Mentor: Achiamah Osei-Tutu, MD FAAD

Isabella Camacho, MD

"I am immensely grateful to WDS and Allergan for giving me the chance to gain a wonderful mentor in the field, expand my research capabilities, and increase my knowledge of procedural and aesthetic dermatology.

I was able to observe several Mohs surgeries and reconstruction techniques in addition to cosmetic procedures that broadened my perspective of dermatologic surgery. Thank you for providing me with this invaluable opportunity."

Residency Program: MedStar Washington Hospital Center/Georgetown University
Mentor: Mary Stevenson, MD

Alexis E. Carrington, MD

"Shadowing Dr. Sonia Batra in Los Angeles was an incredible experience where I gained invaluable knowledge in both surgical and cosmetic dermatology. I deeply appreciated the opportunity to refine my technical skills and learn from such an accomplished mentor.

I’m truly grateful to Allergan and the WDS for supporting opportunities like this that foster growth and mentorship in dermatology for residents."

Residency Program: George Washington University
Mentor: R. Sonia Batra, MD, MSc, MPH, FAAD