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Elaine Otchere, MD

Board-Certified Dermatologist, Fellowship-Trained Mohs Surgeon

Specialties: Medical Dermatology, Mohs Skin Cancer Surgery, Skin Cancer Treatments
Location(s): Bastrop, San Marcos
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Dr. Elaine Otchere grew up in Ann Arbor, Michigan and completed her undergraduate work at the University of Michigan. For medical school, she attended the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, MO. She completed her dermatology residency training at Duke University, where she served as chief resident, and then she went on to complete her Mohs surgery fellowship at the University of Iowa. Throughout her training, Dr. Otchere received several prestigious awards and has authored numerous papers, including publications in the most esteemed peer-reviewed journals in the field of Dermatology. Her research continues to be presented at local, regional, and national meetings.

A key pillar of Dr. Otchere’s practice is making time for her patients and putting their safety and comfort at the forefront. From in-depth education during patient consultations, to the meticulous approach she takes during procedures, Dr. Otchere believes her patients deserve the utmost attention to detail and compassionate care.

Outside of her dermatologic and surgical endeavors, Dr. Otchere enjoys spending time with her fiancé (Marcus), running, hiking, eating at new restaurants, weightlifting, softball, tennis, traveling, fantasy football, and so much more!


Dr. Smetanick

Actual Patient

Dr. Smetanick worked me in for a procedure I needed. Very happy with the entire staff of the facility as they have always treated me with courtesy, professionalism and in a timely manner. Highly recommend this practice for dermatology and skin cancer screening & treatment.

Dr. Phillips Cyst Removal

Actual Patient

Excision performed by Dr. Phillips to remove a large subcutaneous scallop shaped cyst from my mid-back went perfect. From topical anesthesia - to removal - to stitching. No pain, no bleeding afterwards. Dr. Phillips and the Nurse were outstanding.

Friendly – Dr. Jan

Actual Patient

Dr. Jan and her staff are warm and friendly, but professional. They make a visit pleasant, even when treatment is needed. I have been coming to Dr. Jan for at least 10 years and now I have to drive 2 hours to see her since I relocated to the Waco area 4 years ago, but she is worth the drive. Her assistant is also wonderful

Dr C. at Burnet

Actual Patient

Dr C. at Burnet was the best, straightforward, and caring! Plus, if you're waiting for biopsy results over the lunch hour, pizza is brought in for clients!

I Highly Recommend!

Actual Patient

"I highly recommend Vitalogy Skincare Dermatology. My husband has been a patient of theirs for several years and has always received excellent care. The staff is very friendly and the doctors who have cared for my husband are exceptional. My daughter has also been a patient at the Burnet facility and as of this past week, I, too, am a patient of theirs."

Recommend – Reception Staff

Actual Patient

"The reception staff and nurses are always pleasant and we'll groomed. The reception area is clean and well stocked with refreshments. The restrooms are clean and well stocked. The doctors are knowledgeable, caring, truthful. Both my wife and I use this office and we have always been favorably impressed. We will continue to use Vitalogy in the future."

Highly Recommend – Dr. Cabrera

Actual Patient

My family has been seeing Dr. Cabrera for many years. She is very thorough and caring. I highly recommend her. Her staff is great too and they are always on time. If not ahead of schedule.

Treated Well

Actual Patient

"I am always treated well here. The Dr and nurses are so pleasant and professional. I highly recommend their practice. Thank you Vitalogy Skincare Dermatology for being so wonderful!"