Stephen K. Tyring, MD, FAAD
Stephen K. Tyring, M.D., Ph.D., is President of the Texas Dermatological Society (2009-2010). He is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology (AAD), and is a member of the Infectious Disease Society of America, as well as the American Federation for Clinical Research. Dr Tyring sits on several editorial boards and serves as a reviewer for a number of journals including the New England Journal of Medicine, Lancet, Antiviral Research, Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, Archives of Dermatology, Journal of Infectious Diseases and Annals of Internal Medicine. A principal investigator for over 200 successfully completed clinical trials, Dr. Tyring’s research interests include the therapy and prevention of various mucocutaneous diseases, especially those disorders with an infectious and/or immunological basis. Dr. Tyring is the author of over 600 journal articles and book chapters as well as seven books: “Interferon: Principals and Medical Applications”; “Human Papillomaviruses: Clinical and Scientific Advances”; “Mucocutaneous Manifestations of Viral Diseases”; “Antiviral Agents, Vaccines and Immunotherapies”; “Mucosal Immunology and Virology”; “Tropical Dermatology” and “Clinical and Basic Immunodermatology”. Dr Tyring received his undergraduate degree from Indiana State University , his Master’s Degree from Abilene Christian University , his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch , his doctorate from Texas Tech University and his MBA from Rice University .

Karan K. Sra, MD, FAAD
Karan K. Sra, M.D., is a native Texan, as she was born and raised here in Houston .   She completed her undergraduate training at University of Texas where she graduated with honors.  She attended medical school and completed her internship in internal medicine at the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston.  Prior to starting residency, she was a fellow in clinical trials at the Department of Dermatology at the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and Center for Clinical Studies in Houston under the supervision of Dr. Stephen Tyring M.D. She completed her dermatology residency at the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and she is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology.   Dr. Sra has published over 15 scientific manuscripts in medical journals and books in the last few years.  She has received numerous academic awards including 2 scholarships from the National Institutes of Health.  When Dr. Sra is not working, she enjoys traveling, practicing yoga, and running.

Saira George, MD, FAAD
Saira George, M.D. is originally from San Antonio , Texas . Dr. Saira George has lived in Houston for several years. She attended college at Rice University where she graduated summa cum laude with a degree in Biology. She completed medical school at Baylor College of Medicine, graduating with honors. She went on to do both an internal medicine internship and dermatology residency at Baylor College of Medicine as well. Her interest in dermatology began with several memorable patients who revealed the profound impact diseases of the skin can have on quality of life. She was also drawn to the field by the diversity it offered; treating patients of all different backgrounds and ages, dealing with issues ranging from cancer to wrinkles, offering a variety of treatments including prescription creams to surgical procedures to lasers. Dr. George has received numerous academic awards and is a member of both Phi Beta Kappa and Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Societies. She has published over 15 scientific manuscripts in medical journals. She is certified by the American Board of Dermatology. Her interests include spending time with her family, reading fiction, and practicing photography.