DR. WHITNEY L. CALL
Board Certified Mohs Micrographic Surgeon
Dr. Whitney L. Call is a distinguished and double board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs micrographic surgeon, recognized for her commitment to providing exceptional, individualized care in both general and surgical dermatology. Her extensive training, military service, and dedication to her patients make her a trusted expert in skin health and the treatment of skin cancer.
Foundations in Excellence: Education and Early Career
Raised in Idaho Falls, ID, Dr. Call began her academic journey at Idaho State University. She was accepted into Idaho’s selective University Honors Program, benefiting from a rigorous academic environment focused on leadership, research, and service opportunities. Excelling in her studies, she received a full-ride academic scholarship for four years and graduated with high honors, achieving a perfect 4.0 GPA while earning her Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science.
In recognition of her outstanding scholastic achievement, extracurricular involvement, and community service, she was awarded the prestigious Outstanding Student Achievement Award, the highest honor at Idaho State University, given to only one graduating scholar from each of the university's seven colleges per year.
Alongside her demanding academic schedule, Dr. Call was also a dedicated member of the Bengal Cheerleading squad. This experience honed valuable skills such as discipline, teamwork, focus under pressure, and precise execution – qualities that translate directly to the demanding environment of medicine and surgery. During her undergraduate years, she also served as a research assistant, investigating gene instability in E. coli strains.
Dr. Call earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from A.T. Still University - Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine, the founding college of osteopathic medicine. Her academic excellence continued, culminating in receiving the Glasgow-Rubin Achievement Award, granted to women graduating in the top ten percent of their medical school class, and the Harbarger Award for Academic Excellence.
Distinguished Military Service & Dermatology Training
Following medical school, Dr. Call dedicated eight years to active duty service as an officer in the United States Air Force. She began as a General Medical Officer at Lackland Air Force Base, providing essential primary care services to Air Force basic trainees, technical students, and members of the Defense Language Institute. Notably, she was assigned to the 350th Battlefield Airmen Training Squadron, where she offered medical care and expertise to elite Air Force trainees, including pararescuemen, combat controllers, and tactical air control party candidates, working closely with commanders and attending specialized training.
Dr. Call completed her transitional internship and dermatology residency at the prestigious San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium (SAUSHEC). She distinguished herself early on, securing a position at the sole Air Force dermatology residency program and becoming the first Air Force applicant accepted early into active duty residency. Throughout her residency, she consistently performed at the top of her class, achieving scores in the 97th percentile on in-training exams.
Demonstrating leadership and a commitment to improving the training environment, Dr. Call developed a novel Cosmetics and Cosmeceuticals lecture series for the residency program and spearheaded an improved maternity leave policy that was implemented across all SAUSHEC residency programs. Her research activities were also recognized with the Brooke Army Medical Center Scholarship in Action Selectee award for a published case report on a novel c-kit mutation in familial mastocytosis.
Upon completing residency, Dr. Call served as the Chief of Dermatology at Scott Air Force Base in Illinois from 2018 to 2021. In this role, she embraced numerous leadership opportunities, serving as Flight Commander and Interim Flight Commander for the Medical Services Flight. She also held academic appointments as an Assistant Professor at both the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences and St. Louis University, mentoring residents and contributing to medical education. Additionally, she served as Treasurer for the St. Louis Dermatological Society.
Celebrating a proud milestone — promotion to Major (O-4) in the U.S. Air Force. Honored to serve and continue growing in leadership.
Grateful for the friendships and support built during dermatology residency — pictured with fellow co-residents.
A special midday visit from my two favorite girls — nothing beats a lunch break with my daughters.
Specialized Expertise: Mohs Micrographic Surgery
After honorably completing her military service, Dr. Call pursued advanced fellowship training in Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology (Mohs Surgery) under the mentorship of Dr. Heidi Donnelly at Dayton Skin Care. This highly competitive fellowship is renowned for providing exceptional, high-caliber training in complex skin cancer removal and intricate reconstructive techniques. Dr. Call is now board-certified by the American College of Mohs Surgery, signifying the highest level of specialization in this field.
Dr. Call finds profound fulfillment in guiding patients through the process of skin cancer removal and performing the detailed, meticulous reconstructions necessary after Mohs surgery. Her goal is always to achieve the best possible cure rate while ensuring patients feel confident and aesthetically pleased with their surgical outcomes.
Contributions to Dermatology & Professional Engagement
Dr. Call is a dedicated contributor to the field of dermatology, evidenced by multiple peer-reviewed publications and presentations at national meetings. Her work includes research on novel surgical techniques, such as the "Hat Technique" for processing eyelid specimens and the "Granny Sliding Knot" for high-tension closures, as well as case reports and presentations on various dermatologic conditions. She actively participates in professional organizations, holding memberships in the American College of Mohs Surgery, American Academy of Dermatology, American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, Women’s Dermatologic Society, Association of Military Dermatologists, and the Nevada Society for Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery.
Recently, she has begun volunteering with iTASC (Improved Treatment Access for Skin Cancer), a non-profit connecting underserved patients with Mohs surgeons.
Personal Life
Currently practicing in Nevada and Arizona, Dr. Call cherishes time spent outside of work with her three daughters, life partner, family, and friends. She maintains an active lifestyle, enjoying early morning workouts, ballroom dancing, playing the piano, traveling, reading, and spending time on the lake.