About Me
Dr. Elaine Otchere is a double board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs micrographic surgeon based in Austin, Texas. She provides expert, patient-centered care in the surgical treatment of skin cancer, with particular attention to precision and aesthetics. Dr. Otchere is committed to delivering excellent outcomes through her expertise in Mohs surgery.
Originally from Michigan, Dr. Otchere earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. She then completed a dual Doctor of Medicine and Master of Arts degree at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, where she also received numerous research and leadership awards.
Following medical school, she completed dermatology residency at Duke University. During her time at Duke, she served as Chief Resident and was active in clinical education, community outreach, and patient safety initiatives. Dr. Otchere then went on to complete a prestigious fellowship in Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology at the University of Iowa, a top program nationally for advanced skin cancer treatment.
In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Otchere is passionate about mentorship, innovation, and education. She has led and contributed to numerous outreach initiatives and founded a medical technology team during her time in St. Louis. Dr. Otchere is proud to serve communities throughout Central Texas.
Training and Education
Board Certification
American Board of Dermatology, Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery
American Board of Dermatology, Dermatology
Fellowship
Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology – University of Iowa, 2023-2024
Residency
Dermatology – Duke University Hospital (North Carolina), 2020-2023
Transitional Year – Mercy Hospital (Missouri), 2019-2020
Education
MD, MA – Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, 2014-2019
BS – University of Michigan (Ann Arbor), 2009-2013
Outside of medicine, Dr. Otchere enjoys
Spending time with her husband who she met in St. Louis
Running: she was previously a 100m and 200m sprinter and completed her first marathon in May 2025 in 3 hours and 36 minutes
Traveling: She has been been to 42 out of 50 states and 5 out of 7 continents
Eating at new restaurants: She has 350+ restaurants saved to her to-go list worldwide (please suggest more!)
Playing fantasy football (2x champion) and cheering for Michigan football (Go Blue!)
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