A Career
Committed to
Clinical Excellence

Dr. Asempa, M.D., FAAD

Dr. Oyetewa Asempa founded Align Dermatology to expand access to expert, evidence-based care for hair, scalp, and skin conditions through telemedicine.

 

The idea began after a conference attendee asked whether hair loss could be evaluated remotely. At the time, the answer was no, primarily because dermatologists could not obtain the magnified scalp images needed for an accurate assessment.

 

Dr. Asempa set out to change that. Align Dermatology uses an affordable home dermatoscope and guided imaging system to capture the detailed photographs needed for virtual evaluation. Patients receive individualized care and clear guidance when an in-person examination or procedure is necessary.

 

A board-certified dermatologist and nationally recognized expert, Dr. Asempa has been featured in leading medical news outlets and health publications for her expertise in hair loss, skin of color, and complex dermatologic conditions.

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Education

  • Undergraduate: Howard University, Washington D.C., 08/2008 – 05/2012; Bachelors of Science, Sports Medicine.

  • Graduate: University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine, Chicago, IL, 08/2013- 05/2018; Doctor of Medicine, MD 2018.

Research Training

  • National Institutes of Health Medical Research Scholars Program, Bethesda, Maryland; July 2016 – July 2017.

Post-Graduate Training

  • Residency: Dermatology, Harvard Combined Dermatology Residency Training Program Massachusetts General Hospital and Affiliates; 07/2019 – 06/2022. Chief Resident; 2021-2022.

  • Internship: Internal Medicine, George Washington University Hospital, Washington, DC.; 06/2018 – 07/2019.

Work History

  • Align Dermatology: CEO & Founder

  • Assistant Professor of Dermatology, Baylor College of Medicine, Department of Dermatology; 2023-2026

Honors & Awards

  • American Academy of Dermatology Presidential Citation –Awarded by Dr. Seemal Desai on March 6, 2025.
  • Resident International Grant 2020 – Grant given by the American Academy of Dermatology to support travel.
  • Gold Humanism Honors Society 2017 – Recognizes outstanding humanistic character and performance. 15% of the class is selected who demonstrate outstanding interpersonal skills, compassion, empathy, respect, integrity, exceptional commitment to service, as well as leadership in these areas.
  • Paul Kelly, MD National Medical Association 2017 Medical Student Dermatology Symposium Travel Award – Award to travel to symposium and give an oral presentation.
  • UIC College of Medicine Urban Health Program Student Excellence Award for Leadership and Service 2015 – Awarded in recognition of outstanding contributions to leadership and community service.
  • UIC Chancellor’s Student Service Award 2015 – Awarded in recognition of exceptional volunteer service to the university and community.