Albert Zhou, MD, PhD is a Chief Dermatology Resident at the University of Connecticut and incoming fellow in Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology at UCLA. He obtained his MD and PhD in Epidemiology & Human Genetics at the University of Maryland. His clinical and research focus spans cutaneous oncology, health-systems innovation, and the intersection of technology with procedural dermatology. He has authored more than 150 peer-reviewed publications and is deeply committed to mentorship and resident education. Dr. Zhou has been recognized by the American Academy of Dermatology for his quality improvement and advocacy efforts. He is passionate about expanding access to high-quality skin cancer care while integrating data science and emerging tools such as AI and virtual reality into training. Outside the clinic, he enjoys playing basketball, exploring new restaurants, watching movies, and spending time with his wife Julie, daughter Emmy, and cat Millie.
