Overview
Alana Cisneros, MD is a resident in the Department of Dermatology. She earned a bachelor of arts in Pychology from Emory University in 2019 followed by a Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine in 2024. After completing an Internal Medicine internship at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, she joined the department in 2024.
Awards and Honors
- The Dermatology Foundation, Diversity Research Supplement Award
- University of Pennsylvania, Dermatology ECuRE (Early Cutaneous Research Experience) Fellowship
- University of Pennsylvania, Health Policy Research Fellowship
What are your career interests?
I am passionate about medical dermatology, complex medical dermatologic conditions, and the ethical dimensions of dermatologic care. I am also deeply committed to academic dermatology, with a strong interest in health equity, medical education, and the intersection of artificial intelligence and dermatology. My goal is to build a career that combines patient care with scholarship and advocacy, particularly for underserved populations.
Why did you choose Duke for residency training?
I chose Duke because of its outstanding reputation in both clinical training and academic dermatology. I was drawn to the program’s strong emphasis on mentorship, dedication to health equity, and the opportunity to train in a setting that balances excellence in patient care with cutting-edge research. I also deeply appreciated the program’s supportive culture and commitment to nurturing residents with diverse career interests, including advocacy, ethics, and education.