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Dr. Adaobi Nwaneshiudu Obasi

Dermatologist

Adaobi Nwaneshiudu Obasi, MD, PhD, FAAD, is a top dermatologist and dermatopathologist at Cutis Wellness Dermatology & Dermatopathology, PLLC in Laredo, Texas. She obtained her medical (MD) and doctorate (PhD) from the Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine in Philadelphia, PA, where she was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha, medical honors society. At The University of Chicago Medicine, Dr. Obasi served as a dermatology resident, dermatopathology fellow, and clinical instructor. At Crozer Chester Medical Center, affiliated with Temple School of Medicine, she worked as a transitional year resident. Dr. Obasi has a passion for patient education.

Dr. Obasi has written a children's book called "SKINTACULAR FACTS!: Fun facts for kids about skin by a dermatologist", the book is also written in Spanish, "¡HECHOS SKINTACULARES!: Datos divertidos para niños sobre la piel por un dermatólogo". Both are available for purchase on Amazon. Dr. Obasi is also doing patient education videos on a YouTube platform called DermLayer with an educational series called "FunDERMentals with Dr Adaobi Obasi" (www.youtube.com/@dermlayer6455).

Dr. Obasi was certified in Dermatology by the American Board of Dermatology in 2014 and was also certified in Dermatopathology by the American Board of Pathology in 2015. She has won many awards including, Top Doctor Awards Magazine in Dermatology (2019), 12th Annual San Antonio “Best Doctor” Award in Dermatology (2018), World Congress of Dermatology Scholarship (2015), National Medical Association/John A. Kenney, Jr Resident Symposium Award (2014), Women’s Dermatological Society mentorship award (2013-2014),
American Society of Dermatopathology mentorship award (2013-2014), Orlando Dermatology Aesthetic and Clinical Conference, Advance Resident Training and Education Scholar (2014), National Psoriasis Foundation Resident Scholar Award (2013), American College of Rheumatology/Research and Education Foundation Medical/Graduate Student Achievement Award (2009), American College of Physician National Medical Student Abstract Award (Basic Science Research) (2009), Temple University School of Medicine/Measey Foundation MD/PhD Award (2009), among others.

Here are Dr. Obasi's Social Media Links:

Dermlayer (her educational platform):

Facebook: www.facebook.com/dermlayer

Instagram: www.instagram.com/dermlayer

Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@dermlayer

Youtube: www.youtube.com/@dermlayer6455

Cutis Wellness Dermatology (her practice):

Facebook: www.facebook.com/CutisWellnessDermatology

Instagram: www.instagram.com/cutiswellnessderm

Tik Tok: www.tiktok.com/@cutisdermatology

Youtube: www.youtube.com/@cutiswellnessdermdermpath8444

Skintacular (the Children's book):

Facebook: www.facebook.com/skintacularfacts

Instagram: www.instagram.com/skintacular_
10 years Experience
Dr. Adaobi Nwaneshiudu Obasi
  • Laredo, Texas
  • The University of Chicago Medicine
  • Accepting new patients

Skin condition

Hello there! It may be a sensitive skin inflammation which has many different causes so I recommend see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, and if needed, biopsy and diagnose READ MORE
Hello there! It may be a sensitive skin inflammation which has many different causes so I recommend see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, and if needed, biopsy and diagnose this skin condition so appropriate treatment can be given!
Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable
Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble
Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98

Possible herpes

Hello there! There are different causes of lesions similar to these - some are sexually transmitted like herpes and some are not like folliculitis! I recommend see a physician/dermatologist READ MORE
Hello there! There are different causes of lesions similar to these - some are sexually transmitted like herpes and some are not like folliculitis! I recommend see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, and if needed, biopsy and diagnose the lesions so appropriate treatment can be given! I invite you to watch my YouTube video on genital bumps (link below)
Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable
Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble
Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98

What does this look like? Skin pictures

Hello there! Different rashes look like this such as a blood vessel issue, inflammation, infection etc. I recommend see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, and if needed, READ MORE
Hello there! Different rashes look like this such as a blood vessel issue, inflammation, infection etc. I recommend see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, and if needed, biopsy and diagnose this skin condition so appropriate treatment can be given!
Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable
Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble
Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98

Spots on abdomen

Hello there! I recommend see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, and if needed, biopsy and diagnose this skin condition so appropriate treatment can be given! Also Subscribe READ MORE
Hello there! I recommend see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, and if needed, biopsy and diagnose this skin condition so appropriate treatment can be given!
Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable
Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble
Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98

My body(leg thigh,hand leg) have some red dots and also scrotum like bumps and penis also

Hello there! There are different causes of lesions similar to these - some are sexually transmitted and some are not! I recommend see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, READ MORE
Hello there! There are different causes of lesions similar to these - some are sexually transmitted and some are not! I recommend see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, and if needed, biopsy and diagnose the lesions so appropriate treatment can be given! I invite you to watch my YouTube video on genital bumps (link below)
Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable
Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble
Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98

Dark lump on hip

Hello there! It looks like an inflamed nodule. I recommend see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, and if needed, biopsy and diagnose this skin condition so appropriate READ MORE
Hello there! It looks like an inflamed nodule. I recommend see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, and if needed, biopsy and diagnose this skin condition so appropriate treatment can be given!
Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable
Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble
Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98

What is causing rash on my right leg

Hello there! There are a few skin conditions including infections that occur in the setting of lymphedema! I recommend see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, and if needed, READ MORE
Hello there! There are a few skin conditions including infections that occur in the setting of lymphedema! I recommend see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, and if needed, biopsy and diagnose this skin condition so appropriate treatment can be given!
Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable
Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble
Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98

What Are these spots?

Hello there! Without seeing a good quality photo and with your family history I recommend see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, and if needed, biopsy and diagnose this READ MORE
Hello there! Without seeing a good quality photo and with your family history I recommend see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, and if needed, biopsy and diagnose this skin condition so appropriate treatment can be given!
Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable
Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble
Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98

HCTZ and skin rash

Hello there! Photodermatitis or sun exposure related rashes can have different causes from meds to autoimmune diseases. I recommend see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, READ MORE
Hello there! Photodermatitis or sun exposure related rashes can have different causes from meds to autoimmune diseases. I recommend see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, and if needed, biopsy and diagnose this skin condition so appropriate treatment can be given!
Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable
Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble
Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98

This has been bothering me for a few years

Hello there! It may skin, nerves or both such as ‘exercise induced pruritus/itch” I recommend see a physician that can evaluate, and if needed, biopsy and diagnose this skin condition READ MORE
Hello there! It may skin, nerves or both such as ‘exercise induced pruritus/itch” I recommend see a physician that can evaluate, and if needed, biopsy and diagnose this skin condition so appropriate treatment can be given!
Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable
Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble
Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98

Redness on penis

Hello there! There are different causes of lesions similar to these - some are sexually transmitted and some are not! I recommend see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, READ MORE
Hello there! There are different causes of lesions similar to these - some are sexually transmitted and some are not! I recommend see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, and if needed, biopsy and diagnose the lesions so appropriate treatment can be given! I invite you to watch my YouTube video on genital bumps (link below)
Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable
Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble
Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98

I have a lump on my lungs

Hello there! I recommend see a physician/lung specialist called a pulmonologist that can evaluate, and if needed, do imaging and diagnose this lesion so appropriate treatment can READ MORE
Hello there! I recommend see a physician/lung specialist called a pulmonologist that can evaluate, and if needed, do imaging and diagnose this lesion so appropriate treatment can be given!
Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable
Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble
Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98

Penile bump

Hello there! Cysts can behave like that. There are different causes of lesions similar to these - some are sexually transmitted and some are not! I recommend see a physician/dermatologist READ MORE
Hello there! Cysts can behave like that. There are different causes of lesions similar to these - some are sexually transmitted and some are not! I recommend see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, and if needed, biopsy and diagnose the lesions so appropriate treatment can be given! I invite you to watch my YouTube video on genital bumps (link below)
Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable
Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble
Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98

how to tell if i have hpv or just a skin tag

Hello there! I recommend see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, and if needed, biopsy and diagnose this growth! I invite you to check out my YouTube video on genital READ MORE
Hello there! I recommend see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, and if needed, biopsy and diagnose this growth! I invite you to check out my YouTube video on genital bumps
Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable
Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble
Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98

Spot under toe nail

Hello there! Sometimes bleeding under the toenail plate from trauma can occur and tend to grow out with the nail. I recommend see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, and READ MORE
Hello there! Sometimes bleeding under the toenail plate from trauma can occur and tend to grow out with the nail. I recommend see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, and if needed, biopsy and diagnose this lesion so appropriate treatment can be given if it doesn’t grow out with the nail.
Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable
Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble
Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98

Penile cyst

Hello there! There are different causes of lesions similar to these - some are sexually transmitted and some are not! Please don’t pick or squeeze any skin lesions. I recommend READ MORE
Hello there! There are different causes of lesions similar to these - some are sexually transmitted and some are not! Please don’t pick or squeeze any skin lesions. I recommend see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, and if needed, biopsy and diagnose these! I invite you to watch my YouTube video on genital bumps (link below)
Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable
Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble
Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98

Yellow bump with red hardened skin around.

Hello there! I recommend see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, and if needed, biopsy and diagnose this lesion ! Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education READ MORE
Hello there! I recommend see a physician/dermatologist that can evaluate, and if needed, biopsy and diagnose this lesion !
Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable
Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble
Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98

What is this in your professional opinion?

Hello there! There are different causes of lesions similar to these - some are cancerous and some are not! I definitely recommend see a physician that can evaluate biopsy and diagnose READ MORE
Hello there! There are different causes of lesions similar to these - some are cancerous and some are not! I definitely recommend see a physician that can evaluate biopsy and diagnose this lesion and determine if it is a non cancerous mole/nevus or an abnormal/dysplastic nevus or melanoma!
Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable
Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble
Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98

Bumps, rashes on penis and genitals

Hello there! There are different causes of lesions similar to these - some are sexually transmitted and some are not! I recommend see a physician that can biopsy and diagnose these! READ MORE
Hello there! There are different causes of lesions similar to these - some are sexually transmitted and some are not! I recommend see a physician that can biopsy and diagnose these! I invite you to watch my YouTube video on genital bumps (link below)
Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable
Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble
Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98

Wound on forehead

Hello there! Lesions like this are commonly from burns or abrasions and tend to leave discoloration and may scar. I recommend see a physician/dermatologist so appropriate treatment READ MORE
Hello there! Lesions like this are commonly from burns or abrasions and tend to leave discoloration and may scar. I recommend see a physician/dermatologist so appropriate treatment can be given!
Also Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more education on skin, hair, and nails health and share the knowledge! You are ABLE to get healthy skin with knowledge from DERMable! www.youtube.com/@DERMable
Purchase and enjoy some merch on Etsy at etsy.com/shop/DermAble
Early childhood skin education is key - get your SKINTACULAR FACTS at on Amazon a.co/d/b6s7I98