Crockett, Joel

Joel Crockett, MD

Crockett, Joel

Dr. Crockett is a board-certified dermatologist at Schweiger Dermatology Group.

He specializes in medical, procedural and cosmetic dermatology and brings a strong background in healthcare innovation and technology to his clinical work. A Bay Area native, Dr. Crockett is committed to delivering high-quality care using advanced techniques and patient-centered solutions. His family has a long history of medical service in the East Bay, dating back to 1930 when his grandfather, Cless Crockett, opened his first medical practice in Hayward.

About Joel Crockett, MD

Dr. Crockett is a board-certified dermatologist at Schweiger Dermatology Group.

He specializes in medical, procedural and cosmetic dermatology and brings a strong background in healthcare innovation and technology to his clinical work. A Bay Area native, Dr. Crockett is committed to delivering high-quality care using advanced techniques and patient-centered solutions. His family has a long history of medical service in the East Bay, dating back to 1930 when his grandfather, Cless Crockett, opened his first medical practice in Hayward.

Dr. Crockett earned his Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience from Brigham Young University and completed his medical degree at St. Louis University School of Medicine. He went on to complete his dermatology residency at Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio.

During residency, Dr. Crockett led the development of Clearpath, a tablet-based digital pathology platform that has since been adopted by dermatology programs worldwide. His work in digital pathology has helped enhance collaboration, improve lab efficiency and contribute to the development of machine learning algorithms for assisted diagnosis.

Following his residency, he became vice president of product at CrossChx, a healthcare technology startup backed by leading venture capital firms. There, he led cross-functional teams to deploy healthcare software in more than 300 medical facilities across the U.S.

After the birth of their fifth child, Dr. Crockett and his wife returned to the Bay Area to be closer to family. He brings to Schweiger Dermatology Group a passion for integrating technology into patient care and creating exceptional experiences for the communities he serves.

Education & Training

  • BS in Neuroscience, Brigham Young University
  • MD, St. Louis University School of Medicine
  • Dermatology residency, Wright State University

Experience

  • Founder and developer of Clearpath digital pathology platform
  • Former Vice President of Product at CrossChx healthcare technology startup
  • Background in machine learning and diagnostic algorithm development

Certifications

  • American Board of Dermatology

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About Schweiger Dermatology Group

At Schweiger Dermatology Group, we believe no one should wait to feel confident in their own skin. That's why we're committed to delivering The Ultimate Patient Experience—expert care that's fast, compassionate, and seamless. Founded by Dr. Eric Schweiger in 2010 to eliminate long wait times for high quality dermatologists, we've grown into the nation's leading dermatology practice, with hundreds of locations across the country and millions of satisfied patients. We offer medical, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology, as well as allergy services—in modern, state-of-the-art offices. Most new patients are seen within days, and we accept most insurances and handle billing for you. Whether it's a skin concern or a cosmetic goal, we make it easy to get the care you need—without the wait.