Thomas M. Hitchcock

Thomas M. Hitchcock, Ph.D. is a formally trained scientist with expertise in molecular genetics, microbiology, and dermatology. Currently focused on holobiontology, he has more than twenty years of research experience, including basic science, proof-of-concept, pre-clinical and clinical research across several therapeutic areas such as cardiology, oncology, gene therapy, plastic/facial plastic surgery, microbiology, dermatology, and aesthetic medicine. Dr. Hitchcock earned his doctorate in Genetics from Clemson University where he studied DNA damage and repair in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic systems. After receiving his doctorate, he completed post-doctoral trainings at Duke University and Yale University in Biomedical Engineering, Vascular Biology and Therapeutics, where he researched cardiovascular tissue engineering methodologies. Doctor Hitchcock concluded his academic training at Weil Cornell Medical College studying multiple myeloma genetics. Following his post-doctoral studies, Dr. Hitchcock began working in the field of dermatology, developing a body of research of which he has presented all over the world as well as published in noteworthy scientific journals and book chapters. He also received issuance on several patents for his inventions in aesthetic medicine, dermatology and microbiology. In 2013, Dr. Hitchcock helped to found aesthetic device company Bellus Medical (now Crown Aesthetics) and served as the Acting Chief Scientific Officer until the acquisition by Crown Laboratories in 2018. He also Founded the biotechnology company Xycrobe Therapeutics Inc. in 2014 and served as its Chief Executive Officer until acquisition by Crown in 2019. At the time of publishing, Dr. Hitchcock currently serves as the Chief Science Officer for Crown Laboratories and oversees Clinical Development, Medical Affairs, Biological Sciences (including Microbial Development) and Research & Development for Crown and its subsidiaries. Additionally he is and adjunct professor at Eastern Tennessee State University Medical School.