Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine - Virginia

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Dr. Brackenrich is from Pembroke, Virginia and attended medical school in Blacksburg, VA. He developed an early interest in dermatology while shadowing his father, a physician in Giles County. “I gravitated to skin issues and was intrigued by the way they present on different people and types of skin,” he said. Having the opportunity to develop long-term relationships with patients of all ages also attracted him to the specialty.

Fun fact about Dr. Brackenrich: He was a Virginia Tech cheerleader in college. Go Hokies!

Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine - Virginia

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Dr. Mullins grew up in Big Stone Gap, Virginia and attended medical school in Blacksburg, VA. She decided to pursue a career in medicine after watching her brother go through the process, and because she enjoys meeting new people. “I love the patient population here and can really empathize with them since I’m from the area,” she said. Dr. Mullins believes that communication and understanding a patient’s goals are critical to being a successful dermatologist.

Fun fact about Dr. Mullins: She played volleyball in college and has a goldendoodle.

NC Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine

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Dr. Guerra is from Santurce, Puerto Rico and attended medical school in North Carolina. “I love that dermatology allows me to follow patients from the time they’re very young into older age,” she said. Dr. Guerra also enjoys the variety that practicing dermatology brings – from saving lives by removing melanoma with Mohs surgery to improving quality of life with acne treatment.

Fun fact about Dr. Guerra: She loves cooking arroz con gandules, a traditional Puerto Rican beans and rice dish, with her husband and son.

Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine - Virginia

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Dr. Russell is from Chattanooga, Tennessee and attended medical school in Blacksburg, VA. She decided to go into dermatology because she loves helping people treat skin conditions they don’t think can be improved. “Patients try all sorts of things at home to get rid of what they’re suffering from,” she said. “When they finally come to the dermatologist, they’re met with a variety of treatments they didn’t know were possible.”

Fun fact about Dr. Russell: She was a yoga teacher while she was in medical school. Power yoga is her favorite.

West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine

Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine