
Uchenna Okereke MD, MSc, FAAD
Board Certified Dermatologist
Ages Treated: All
Accepting New Patients
Teledermatology
About Uchenna Okereke
Uchenna Okereke, MD, MSc, FAAD, is a board-certified dermatologist with Dermatology Associates in Canton. She provides treatment to a wide range of dermatologic ailments, including but not limited to acne, rosacea, and eczema. She specializes in hair loss, skin of color, and aesthetics.
Dr. Okereke believes in using medical treatments in combination with state-of-the-art technology to treat her patients to ensure positive results, and a positive experience under her care. She is experienced in PRP treatments for hair loss and advanced cosmetic dermatology treatments, including Botox ®, Xeomin, natural enhancement fillers, microneedling, laser treatments and chemical peels for her diverse patient population.
Dr. Okereke received her dual BS/BA undergraduate degrees from George Washington University. She graduated with Honors from Meharry Medical College and went on to complete one year of internal medicine at Cornell New York Presbyterian-Queens. She completed dermatology residency at the University of Iowa, where she was the cosmetic coordinator. Additionally, Dr. Okereke completed a fellowship in dermatopharmacology at New York University, where she served as sub-investigator for clinical trials on treatments for psoriasis, eczema, and PRP injections for hair loss.
Amidst all her endeavors, Dr. Okereke makes time to give back. She has spent time working with the Siletz Native American tribe on the Oregon Coast. She is a mentor to premed students, med school students, and dermatology residents. When she is not working, Dr. Okereke loves spending time with her daughter, Adaora.
Awards and Accreditation:
Women’s Dermatologic Society Mentorship Award – 2018
North American Hair Research Society Mentorship Award – 2018
Influential Dermatologist, P&G Science Behind the Technology Symposium – 2018
American Skin Association Research Grant – 2014
Awardee, Resident/Fellow Competition, Skin of Color Society Symposium – 2014
Professional Affiliations:
American Academy of Dermatology
Women’s Dermatologic Society
American Society of Dermatologic Surgery
Skin of Color Society
National Medical Association
Massachusetts General Hospital
Featured In:
Publications:
"24 Best DIY Hair Removal Products and Techniques for Every Body Part." Cosmopolitan, March 19, 2021.
"Can a Hair Gloss Treatment Actually Make Your Hair Healthier?" SELF, December 2, 2024.
"12 Best Melasma Creams and At-Home Treatments, Tested and Reviewed for 2024." Cosmopolitan, May 16, 2024.
"Ingredients to Help Natural Hair Thrive." WebMD, August 25, 2024.
"Is Hard Water the Reason for Your Bad Hair Day?" Allure, April 2, 2024.
"The Top Hair-Care Trends of 2024 Prove Healthy Hair Is Our Top Priority." Allure, December 8, 2023.
"Dry skin a problem for you in the winter? These dermatologists have you covered." USA Today, November 20, 2023.
"52 Black Dermatologists Across the U.S." Allure, August 27, 2022.
"HUED And Vaseline Launch 'See My Skin' — A Database Allowing Users To Search For BIPOC Skin Conditions." Essence, April 26, 2022.
"ICYMI: Vaseline, CVS Partner to Bridge the Gap of Skin Care Inequities in People of Color." Practical Dermatology, September 8, 2023.
"Black Dermatologists and Estheticians in Boston, LA, Chicago, Philadelphia, Dallas, Houston, Austin, and DC." Eni Given Sunday, June 7, 2020.
"New Online Platform Documents Skin Conditions Across Skin of Color." Practical Dermatology, May 16, 2022.
"5 Korean Sunscreens That Are Light-Years Ahead." HuffPost, June 10, 2021.
"Finally, SPF for All." Marie Claire, July 2, 2021.
"The Ultimate Guide to Skin Conditions for Black & Brown Folks." Allure, April 28, 2021.
"Wigs are cool and all, but do they really give us a break from styling?" Glamour, December 30, 2021.
"13 Best LED Face Masks for Smoother, Firmer Skin—Stat." Cosmopolitan, May 29, 2024.
"How To Care For Your Skin After A Wax." Women's Health, Mar 25, 2021.
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Conditions and Treatments for Uchenna Okereke MD, MSc, FAAD
- Isotretinoin
- Acne
- BOTOX Cosmetic
- Education and Teaching
- Patch Testing / Contact Dermatitis
- Melasma and Pigmentation Concerns
- Skin Tag Removal
- Teledermatology
- Alopecia / Hair Loss
- Eczema
- Moles / Nevi
- Common Warts
- Flat Warts
- Genital Warts
- Seed Warts
- Plantar Warts
- Warts
- Cosmetic Injectables / Filler
- Excisions / Repairs
- Scar Revision
- Skin Rejuvenation
- Acne Scarring
- Kybella Cosmetic Injectable
- Laser Hair Removal
- Microneedling
- Peels
- Platelet-Rich Plasma
- Earlobe Repair
- Skin of Color Aesthetics