My clinical interests include general dermatology and autoimmune skin disease. In particular, I am interested in seeing patients with cutaneous lupus erythematosus, vasculitis, and dermatomyositis. I participate in clinical research in autoimmune skin disease in order to better care for these patients. My practice style is to work together with the patient to find the best treatment for the patient’s symptoms and lifestyle. For example, spending time to discuss everyday sun protection strategies with a cutaneous lupus patient can make all of the difference in preventing flares. In addition, I enjoy screening for skin cancer since I also have a background in oncology research. I aim to not only diagnose and treat skin cancers but to identify prevention methods as well. On a personal note, I am a former Duke undergraduate, Duke medical student, and Duke resident, so I can honestly attest to my commitment to serving the Triangle community.
My research path has included both basic science and clinical research. Currently, my research goal is to study cutaneous lupus erythematosus. I dedicated a year to basic science research in melanoma with the help of the Howard Hughes Medical Institute Medical Research Fellowship. Given my overlapping interests with oncology, I became interested in the autoimmune skin disease realm while working on a project regarding the relationship of novel immunotherapies in malignancy and cutaneous autoimmune disease.
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