Saramarie Azzun

A Nigerian American, Saramarie Azzun is a native of the Midwest and a fourth-year medical student at the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine – Tulsa. Her interest in psychodermatology is rooted in her own experience as a pediatric atopic dermatitis patient, which continues to shape her belief that skin health and mental health are deeply intertwined.

Saramarie co-chairs the Psychodermatology Community Engagement Committee for the Association for Psychoneurocutaneous Medicine of North America. In her work, she has helped coordinate an event with the National Eczema Association to elevate patients’ lived experiences. She is also the only Ambassador from the United States for the Skin Curriculum, writing and peer-reviewing dermatology education for learners. A recipient of the American Academy of Dermatology’s Good Skin Knowledge Program Grant, Saramarie often combines her love of pediatric care with dermatology, bringing skin health education directly to underserved youth in her community.

Mentorship is one of Saramarie’s greatest joys, and she has built much of her involvement in medicine around lifting others up. Through the Student National Medical Association, she has served as Vice President and Social Media Chair, helping launch the “My Best Winter Skin” campaign in partnership with the Skin of Color Society. She also mentors aspiring physicians through Black Girl White Coat, Bridging Admissions, and the Albert Schweitzer Fellowship, and provides dermatologic care at her school’s local free clinic and through outreach with the Oklahoma City Homeless Alliance.

Beyond medicine, Saramarie enjoys indoor rock climbing, Lagree fitness, board games, and pop culture.