April 7, 2023
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March 17, 2023
Dermatology Residency Match - 2023
February 1, 2023
Dr. Johann Gudjonsson Named AAAS Fellow
Dr. Johann E. Gudjonsson has been elected as a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS).
December 31, 2022
Dr. Jeffrey Orringer Receives AACD Award
Dr. Jeffrey Orringer is inaugural recipient of the Association of Academic Cosmetic Dermatology Elizabeth McBurney Award for Clinical Excellence.
December 16, 2022
Voorhees Legacy Professorship Campaign
We are excited to share information about the John J. Voorhees, M.D. Legacy Professorship campaign, announced by Dr. Bichakjian at our 2022 Fall Alumni Symposium.
December 14, 2022
Jeffrey and Susan Callen Lectureship in Cutaneous Medicine
A special thank you to Dr. and Mrs. Jeffrey P. and Susan M. Callen for their endowed Lectureship in Cutaneous Medicine.
June 20, 2022
Dermatology Residency Class of 2022
The Department of Dermatology celebrated the achievements of the 2022 residency class during a blended in-person/virtual graduation reception on Thursday, June 16.
June 15, 2022
Viral proteins key to tumor model in mice
Researchers have figured out how to create a mouse model of a rare but fatal skin cancer, a scientific discovery 10 years in the making.
April 1, 2022
Dr. Kelly Harms Named Lewis and Lillian Becker Professor of Dermatology
The Lewis and Lillian Becker Professorship in Dermatology was established through the generosity of Lewis and Lillian Becker to support a Dermatology faculty member engaged in research focusing on skin cancer epidemiology, therapy, education, and biology at Michigan Medicine.
February 2, 2022
Celebrating a "Mid-Air Miracle"
Dr. Stephen Ansah-Addo stepped up to assist a fellow-passenger on United Airlines Flight 997
January 26, 2022
Dr. John Voorhees Elected AAAS Fellow
John Voorhees, MD FRCP has been elected as a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS).
January 21, 2022
Why Are Stretch Marks Treated Differently From So Many Other Skin Issues?
Study looks at mental health impact of stretch marks. Read more on Click On Detroit .
December 20, 2021
U-M Health to Co-Lead Creation of Ancestrally Diverse Single-Cell Skin Tissue Atlas
Leaders in dermatology and rheumatology at U-M Health are helping to lead a national effort to build an open-source single-cell atlas for skin to explore ancestral differences in skin cell states across several populations. Read more on
November 9, 2021
Pregnancy Stretch Marks Cause Stress and Emotional Burden, Study Finds
Participants said the lesions caused similar or more distress than skin conditions like acne or psoriasis. Read more on UM Health Lab.
November 5, 2021
For Psoriasis, Molecular Signature in Healthy-Appearing Skin may be Best Predictor of Response to Anti-TNF Treatment
Researchers say finding predictive signs in a patient’s genetic profile is a step toward applying precision medicine to complex inflammatory skin diseases. Read more on UM Health Lab
November 1, 2021
Dr. John Voorhees Recognized by MICHR Distinguished Mentor Award
The Michigan Institute for Clinical & Health Research (MICHR) has selected Dr. John Voorhees to receive a 2020 MICHR Distinguished Clinical and Translational Research Mentor Award.
August 11, 2021
For Psoriasis, Targeting Skin Protein May Help Control Inflammation
Results from a Michigan Medicine study reveal that targeting a protein found in the skin may reduce the severity of psoriasis. Read more on the Michigan Medicine Health Lab .
June 29, 2021
Dermatology Residency Class of 2021
The Department of Dermatology celebrated the achievements of the 2021 residency class during a blended in-person/virtual graduation reception on Thursday, June 17.
May 21, 2021
2021 Dermatology Faculty Promotions
The Department of Dermatology is pleased to share news of upcoming faculty promotions: