Dermatology

Anisha Patel, M.D.

Professor, Department of Dermatology, Division of Internal Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; Deputy Chair, Department of Dermatology - Research; Chief, Section of Cutaneous Toxicities, Department of Dermatology

Anisha B. Patel, M.D., is an Associate Professor in the Department of Dermatology at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas, where she also serves as Chief of the Section of Cutaneous Toxicities in the Division of Internal Medicine. Her subspecialty focus lies in dermatopathology and dermatologic surgery, with particular expertise in managing cutaneous adverse effects from cancer therapies, including biologic therapies for checkpoint inhibitor-induced skin toxicities

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Dermatology (American Board of Dermatology)
Dermatopathology (American Board of Dermatology)
Texas Medical Board
Oregon Medical Board
Texas Society of Professional Engineers - Engineer in Training

Education & Training

Baylor College of Medicine — M.D., 2008
Rice University — B.S., Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science, 2002
University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals — Fellowship, Dermatopathology, 2012-2013
Oregon Health & Science University — Residency, Dermatology, 2009-2012
Baylor College of Medicine — Internship, Internal Medicine, 2008-2009

Years in Practice

18+ years

Recognition & Leadership

Awards & Honors

2026 Top 1% Patient Experience Recognition Event, UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
2026 Top 10% Patient Experience Recognition Event, UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
2024 Top 10% Nationally: Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems
2023 American Academy of Dermatology's Presidential Citation
2023 Fiscal Year 2023: Top 1% Providers Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CGCAHPS)

Leadership Roles

Chief, Section of Cutaneous Toxicities

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Mohs Micrographic SurgeryDermatopathology

Conditions & Treatments

DermatopathologySkin Cancer SurgeryBasal Cell CarcinomaMohs SurgerySkin Biopsy and PathologyMelanomaSkin CancerImmuno-Oncology & Checkpoint Inhibitor Complications

Insurance(s) Accepted

Aetna

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Cigna

Humana

Medicare

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center
University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Lyndon B. Johnson General Hospital

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Patel treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Patel accept Aetna insurance?

Anisha Patel's public profile lists Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Cigna plus 4 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Patel practice?

Anisha Patel practices in Houston, TX with hospital affiliations including Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, and Lyndon B. Johnson General Hospital.

What does Dr. Patel specialize in?

Anisha Patel is a board-certified dermatology specialist with focus areas in Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Dermatopathology.

How long has Dr. Patel been practicing?

Anisha Patel has 18+ years of clinical experience in dermatology.

What is Dr. Patel's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Baylor College of Medicine — M.D., 2008; Rice University — B.S., Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science, 2002; University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals — Fellowship, Dermatopathology, 2012-2013.