Boya Abudu

Boya Abudu, M.D., M.P.H. serves as a Health Sciences Assistant Clinical Professor at UC Davis Health, specializing in Dermatology and Public Health. She is affiliated with the Department of Dermatology at the University of California, Davis School of Medicine.

Dr. Abudu's educational background includes:

• B.S. in Biology from Pittsburg State University (2014)
• M.D. from UC San Diego (2019)
• M.P.H. in Health and Social Behavior, Social Determinants of Health and Disparities from Harvard University (2018)
• Internal Medicine Internship at Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center (2019-2020)
• Dermatology Residency at UC Davis Health (2021-2024)

Her clinical interests focus on hormonally-driven skin disorders, pigmentary conditions, skin cancer, and skin of color dermatology. She is the founding director of the Hidradenitis Suppurativa Clinic at UC Davis. Dr. Abudu's academic interests include hidradenitis suppurativa, acne, and socioeconomic barriers to dermatology care, reflecting her commitment to health education for patients, students, and medical trainees.

Dr. Abudu's research spans dermatological conditions with particular attention to skin of color, hormonal influences on skin conditions, and healthcare accessibility. Her publications demonstrate expertise in clinical dermatology, medical education, and public health aspects of dermatological care, with recent work focusing on hidradenitis suppurativa, acne treatment, and improving patient communication in dermatology.

Her scientific contributions have been recognized with several awards:

• Global Health Travel Award, UC Davis Center for Global Health (2024)
• Dr. A. Paul Kelly Foundation Travel Award, National Medical Association, Dermatology Section (2018)
• Diversity Mentorship Program Award, American Academy of Dermatology (2018)
• Academic Excellence in Cellular and Molecular Biology, Pittsburg State University (2014)
• Summa Cum Laude with Departmental Academic Honors, Pittsburg State University (2014)

Dr. Abudu is actively involved in professional organizations including the American Academy of Dermatology, American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, California Medical Association, California Society of Dermatology & Dermatologic Surgery, Skin of Color Society, and Women's Dermatologic Society. Her philosophy of care centers on delivering personalized, patient-centered care that addresses unique health needs while promoting clinical excellence and empowering patients through collaborative decision-making.