Boya Abudu

Title: Health Sciences Assistant Clinical Professor

Philosophy of Care

I am committed to delivering personalized, patient-centered care that addresses the unique health needs of each patient. By cultivating a welcoming environment that promotes clinical excellence, I strive to empower my patients through collaborative decision-making tailored to their personal values, goals, and lifestyle.

Clinical Interest

Boya Abudu is a medical dermatologist with special interests in hormonally-driven skin disorders, pigmentary conditions, skin cancer, and skin of color dermatology. She is also the founding director of the Hidradenitis Suppurativa Clinic at UC Davis.

Research/Academic Interests

Abudu's academic interests include hidradenitis suppurativa, acne, and socioeconomic barriers to dermatology care. She is also passionate about health education for patients, students, and medical trainees.  

Education

Graduate School: Harvard University

Medical School: University of California, San Diego

Internship: Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center

Residency: Dermatology, University of California, Davis

Board Certification: American Board of Dermatology
 

Professional Memberships

American Academy of Dermatology
American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
California Medical Association
California Society of Dermatology & Dermatologic Surgery
Skin of Color Society
Women’s Dermatologic Society

 

Selected Recent Peer-reviewed Publications:
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