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Dermatology Treatment and Research Center Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
Shamis & Gentile P.A., one of the nation's premier class action law firms specializing in data breach cases, is investigating the Dermatology Treatment and Research Center data breach.
If you were affected by the data breach, your sensitive personally identifiable information may have been exposed, and you may be eligible for compensation.
About Dermatology Treatment and Research Center
Dermatology Treatment and Research Center is a Dallas-based medical facility focused on diagnosing, treating, and researching a wide range of skin, hair, scalp, and nail conditions. The center serves both adults and children, offering clinical and cosmetic dermatology services.
The center is also known for its commitment to ongoing research, typically maintaining around ten open clinical studies at any given time. DTRC also treats common issues like acne, rashes, and hair loss, as well as more complex concerns such as skin cancer and rare dermatological disorders.
What happened?
Dermatology Treatment and Research Center experienced a major data breach. In late February 2025, the practice and its management company, DermCare Management, discovered suspicious activity on their computer systems.
In early March 2025 an investigation revealed a cybercriminal may have copied certain patient information from the network. The data breach compromised both personal and protected health information of an unknown number of patients.
Exposed Information
- Name
- Social Security number
- Driver's license number
- Medical records
- Health insurance details
- Financial account information
Dermatology Treatment and Research Center will notify affected individuals by mail and also published an updated Notice of Data Security Event on its website on May 13, 2025.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you receive a data breach notice from Dermatology Treatment and Research Center or Dermcare Management, you have important rights and options. You may be entitled to seek compensation for any harm or inconvenience caused by this cybersecurity incident.
- Credit monitoring services: Sign up free credit monitoring services, if offered.
- Monitor your accounts carefully: Check your financial statements regularly for suspicious activity or unauthorized transactions. If you notice anything unusual, contact your financial institution immediately.
- Fraud alert and credit reports: A fraud alert informs creditors to take extra steps to verify your identity before opening new accounts in your name. Consumers are also entitled to one free credit report annually from each credit bureau. You can request a fraud alert or a credit report by contacting any one of the three major credit bureaus.
- Seek legal help: Lawyers are ready to help you understand your rights and pursue compensation.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your information was exposed in this cybersecurity incident, you may be eligible for compensation, you may be eligible for compensation, which could include reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses, time spent addressing the breach, or payment for emotional distress.
Lawyers are ready to help those affected by the Dermatology Treatment and Research Center data breach pursue possible claims. To find out if you qualify and to take the next step, complete the form below to join a lawsuit.
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