Skin of Color Fellow
2024-2025
What are your career interests?
Psychodermatology, Skin of Color, Inflammatory Dermatoses, Health equity, and Mentorship
Why did you choose Duke for your fellowship?
I first heard about Duke University when receiving an invitation from Duke Talent Identification Program (TIP) in the 7th grade. During my virtual interview, Drs. Jaleel and Wolfe were relatable, and very passionate about dermatology and addressing inequities in healthcare. Needless to say, the decision to accept the Skin of Color Research Fellowship at Duke University was easy and I’m thrilled to be a part of the organization!
Education & Training
Undergraduate: University of South Florida, B.S., Biomedical Sciences, 2014
Medical School: Meharry Medical College, M.D., 2019
Internship: Otolaryngology, Naval Medical Readiness and Training Command San Diego, 2019-2020
Awards & Honors
- Armed Forces Service Medal Recipient, United States Navy, 2022
- Global War on Terrorism Service Medal Recipient, United States Navy, 2015
- Humanitarian Service Medal Recipient, United States Navy, 2020
- National Defense Service Medal Recipient, United States Navy, 2015
- Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal Recipient, United States Navy, 2022, 2024
- Dr. Charlotte Rose Walker Award Recipient, Meharry Medical College, 2019
- Gold Humanism Honor Society Inductee, Meharry Medical College, 2019
- Bains Family Scholarship Recipient, Meharry Medical College, 2017
- Navy Health Professions Scholarship Recipient, United States Navy, 2015
- Summer Program in Integrative Science and Cancer Research Grant Recipient, Meharry Medical College and Vanderbilt Medical Center, 2016
Publications & Presentations
Publications
- Boisen J, Lewis J, Hendrick S J (December 15, 2022) Atrichia With Papular Lesions Confirmed via Genetic Testing: A Case Report. Cureus 14(12): e32562. doi:10.7759/cureus.32562
Presentations
- Lewis, JJ. Combating Exertional Heat Injuries in High-Risk Environments. 3d Marine Division Headquarters Battalion, Okinawa, JA, March 18-21, 2024
- Lewis, JJ. Exploring Cardiovascular Health. Okinawa Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Brims and Bowties, Okinawa, JA, March 20, 2023.
- Lewis, JJ. Military Medicine and Health Profession Scholarship Program. University of South Florida Pre-Health Scholars Program, Virtual Conference, June 17, 2022.
- Lewis, JJ. Unpack Your Adjectives: How to Describe Morphology in Dermatologic Disorders. CNSS 14 Medical Readiness Division Provider Training, Mayport, FL, June 8, 2022.
- Lewis, JJ. Sick Call Screeners Course: HEENT. CNSS 14 Medical Readiness Division Provider Training, Mayport, FL, August 25, 2021.
- Lewis, JJ. Emergency Medical Procedures. CNSS 14 Medical Readiness Division Provider Training, Mayport, FL, August 11, 2021.
- Lewis, JJ. Hidden Figures: The Black Female Experience. Deloitte Content Club Session, Virtual Conference, March 25, 2021.
- Lewis, JJ. Utilization of Slow Mohs in the Treatment of Cutaneous Melanoma. Department of Otolaryngology, University of California San Diego Grand Rounds, San Diego, CA, May 8, 2020.
- Lewis, JJ. Cutaneous Melanoma. Department of Otolaryngology, Naval Medical Readiness and Training Command San Diego Resident Lecture, San Diego, CA, March 13, 2020.
- Lewis JJ. Surgical Approach to Axillary Hidradenitis Suppurativa. Department of Plastic Surgery, Naval Medical Readiness and Training Command San Diego Medical Student Lecture, San Diego, CA, November 15, 2018.
- Lewis JJ, Smith NJ, Brown TD, Freeman TJ, Means AL, Beauchamp RD. Understanding the role of Smad4-mediated signaling in intestinal homeostasis and carcinogenesis. Summer Program in Integrative Science and Cancer Research Symposium, Nashville, TN, June 27, 2016.