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Clay

Cockerell

,

MD

President and Founder
Cockerell Dermatopathology
Dallas
,
Texas
,
United States
Dr. Clay J. Cockerell is a world-renowned specialist in treating and diagnosing skin disorders and has diagnosed over three million biopsies.

An internationally recognized pioneer in his field and double board-certified in dermatology and dermatopathology, Dr. Cockerell has been practicing medicine since 1986. He is currently the Founder and President of Cockerell Dermatopathology and the Program Director of the Health Education Services dermatology residency program sponsored by the Lake Granbury Medical Center. In addition, Dr. Cockerell serves as the dermatopathologist for Bare Dermatology. Also, Dr. Cockerell sees patients a few days per month at the Research Row location to assist with resident training and to keep his clinicopathological skills sharp.

Dr. Cockerell has held numerous leadership positions within several highly regarded medical associations. Most notably, he served as the President, Secretary, and Treasurer, and a member of the Board of Directors of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), President of the Texas Dermatological Society, and President of the Dallas Dermatological Society. Also, Dr. Cockerell holds leadership roles as Founder and President of Cockerell Dermatopathology and a former AmeriPath Board of Directors member.
Last Updated:
07/10/2025

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