Dr. Edith Bowers is an Associate Professor of Dermatology at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She received her MD/PhD from Duke University in 2011. She completed her dermatology residency at UNC-Chapel Hill in 2015, where she subsequently joined the faculty. In 2017, she helped establish a multidisciplinary cutaneous lymphoma clinic, which she co-directs at the NC Cancer Hospital. This clinic serves patients suffering with cutaneous lymphomas from all over the state of North Carolina and beyond, offering them diverse treatment options including CAR-T clinical trials. In addition to her specialty in cutaneous lymphomas, she enjoys a diverse clinical practice and teaching residents in general adult dermatology, procedural and laser clinics.
🏥 University Affiliation, City, Country: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, USA 🧪 Area of focus in clinical practice and research: Multidisciplinary cutaneous lymphoma care, Quality and Safety in Dermatology 🔎 Looking forward to in the field of cutaneous lymphomas and at the 6th WCCL: I always look forward to engaging with colleagues as we collectively strive to address the unanswered questions that remain in our field. The chance to share insights, learn about new research avenues, and collaborate internationally is what makes meetings like the 6th WCCL so inspiring. 💭 What are you passionate about in medicine or recreationally? Professionally, I am passionate about improving the quality of life for patients living with cutaneous lymphomas. These individuals often endure not only the physical burden of their disease but also the psychological weight of both a cancer diagnosis and a chronic illness. Personally, I find joy in spending time with my spouse and three children, and I recharge through music — playing the cello and bass guitar. 🏆 A short story or academic achievement you are proud of: I am deeply proud of helping to establish my institution’s first multidisciplinary cutaneous lymphoma clinic. Building a team of outstanding specialists in oncology, dermatology, and pathology has allowed us to deliver truly comprehensive and coordinated care. This collaborative model ensures that patients receive the best expertise from every angle. 🌟 Secret to career success: I first pursued the field of cutaneous lymphomas because I recognized an unmet need in my community and institution. In medicine, I believe success comes from continually seeking out and responding to those unmet needs. By doing so, we not only find professional fulfillment but also contribute to a lasting legacy of service.
