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Saakshi KhattriFacultyDr. Saakshi Khattri is a board certified Dermatologist, Rheumatologist and Internist and one of only a handful of triple board certified physicians across the United States. After completing her M.B.B.S. from Delhi University (India), Dr. Khattri moved to New York to complete her Internal Medicine Residency followed by a fellowship in Rheumatology at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York. It was during her fellowship that she realized how little rheumatologists knew about the skin and vice versa. She completed a two-year long research fellowship in Rockefeller University under the mentorship of Dr. Emma Guttman and Dr. James Krueger where she conducted both bench research and clinical trials in atopic dermatitis and psoriasis. Dr. Khattri then completed a residency in Dermatology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York, where she served as chief resident and after the completion of her residency stayed as an Assistant Professor. She is the Director of The Center for Connective Tissue Diseases, at Mount Sinai. Her clinical focus is on inflammatory and autoimmune skin diseases, complex medical dermatology and diseases with rheumatology/dermatology overlap. Besides patient care she is actively involved in research and is PI for several clinical trials in various autoimmune and inflammatory diseases such as psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, lichen planus and hidradenitis to name a few.
Chad EricksonFacultyAs an owner at MyAdvice, Chad understands the complexities of running a business and the many hats business owners wear. Chad has played a critical role in helping thousands of clients achieve their online growth goals by making MyAdvice the 'one-stop shop' for small businesses with the MyAdvice marketing success software platform. He has been instrumental in overseeing the technology stack expansion at MyAdvice, which includes website development, local marketing, reputation management, social media management, and sophisticated data tracking.
Robert AntosyFacultyWith 13 years of experience in digital marketing in the medical space, Robbie Antosy has become a trusted partner for dermatology practices looking to grow their cash-based practices. Robbie’s approach is rooted in empathy and a deep understanding of what drives new revenue streams for dermatology practices. He combines this understanding with a proven formula for success—starting with fostering a growth mindset. Through his guidance and MyAdvice’s cutting-edge technologies, Robbie takes pride in helping practices achieve meaningful, sustainable growth.
Michael AntosyFacultyMichael Antosy is a National Speaker and Practice Growth Consultant at MyAdvice. Mr. Antosy has consulted with thousands of dermatology practices since 2010, and his counsel and guidance have been transformative, improving his clients' lives by saving them time, increasing profits, and making his practices more competitive in their markets. His passion is in helping his clients succeed!
Alex TsoiFacultyDr. Tsoi has strong interests in investigating the pathology and genetic architecture of complex cutaneous disorders using systems biology approaches, and his work focused on developing data integration approaches to enhance prioritization and interpretation of high throughput experimental results. He joined the Department of Dermatology, Department of Computational Medicine & Bioinformatics, and the Department of Biostatistics at the University of Michigan in 2015-2016 as a faculty. Working with Drs. James T. Elder and Johann E Gudjonsson, Dr. Tsoi’s research aims to develop analysis pipelines and computational approaches to provide biological inferences from genetics and genomics data. His work in genetic association studies revealed over 30 novel psoriasis susceptibility regions, and highlighted different disease pathways. He also led the analysis and developed computational pipeline to study psoriasis transcriptomes, and his work uncovered over 1,000 novel transcripts in skin.
G. Michael LewittFacultyDr. Michael Lewitt graduated Summa Cum Laude from a six-year program at the University of Missouri, Kansas City School of Medicine, obtaining both his bachelor’s degree and medical doctorate by the age of 24. He did his residency at St. Louis University, and he served as Chief Resident his final year in training.He proudly sits on the National Psoriasis Foundation's Medical Board. Dr. Lewitt currently practices in Chicago, Illinois where he is a partner with the Illinois Dermatology Institute. He also leads and performs medical dermatology clinical trials with DeNova Research.Dr. Lewitt is an Associate Professor of Medicine and Dermatology – Chicago Medical School/Rosalind- Franklin University.Dr. Lewitt specializes in complex psoriatic disease.Outside of work, Dr. Lewitt enjoys ice hockey, Blues guitar, and spending time with his significant other, Kristin and their two dogs, Aretha Barklin and Elwood Blues. He also relishes in philanthropy/community service, namely in animal rescue.
Linda RankFacultyLinda Rank has been a practicing Physician Assistant specializing in Dermatology since 2001. Although she claims specializing in Dermatology came out of necessity and accident of chances, she now acknowledges that it was destined and has become her calling. Being in Dermatology when the introduction of the aesthetic explosion starting with Botox and following other added products, positioned Linda to be one of the early experts of the aesthetic industry. After a decade of recognizing that so many of her patients were craving basic knowledge of aesthetics treatments, she wrote a book “Take Charge of your Beauty.” Her book educates readers on the basics of Botox, Fillers, and skincare to help create confidence in choosing their treatments. A lover of personal development, Linda asks her patients to redefine what beauty looks like. A true believer that our outside beauty truly is reflected from one’s mindset and self-talk, she approaches her treatments in a more personal matter. She is not opposed to denying an aesthetic treatment to someone who is not emotionally or mentally suited for it. Linda truly believes that her needle is not a cure for the heart and is meant to support a person with confidence. Linda and her husband own a medical practice in Orange County, California and enjoy outdoor activities with their two sons.
Jennifer FuFacultyDr. Jennifer Fu cares for adults and children with difficult-to-treat alopecia when first treatments have been ineffective. She also cares for patients with medication-induced hair loss, including cancer survivors. She directs the UCSF Hair Disorders Clinic and works closely with patient advocacy groups, such as the National Alopecia Areata Foundation and Cicatricial Alopecia Research Foundation.In research, Fu and her colleagues examine defects in immune regulation in order to better understand hair loss caused by autoimmune and inflammatory conditions, with the goal of discovering new treatments. She also studies the wellness benefits of mind-body approaches and community-based support as a way of providing health care.Fu earned her medical degree from Weill Cornell Medical College. At UCSF, she completed a residency in dermatology and a fellowship in Mohs micrographic surgery (a specialized technique for treating complex skin cancers) and procedural dermatology.Fu is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, Women's Dermatologic Society, American College of Mohs Surgery, Council for Nail Disorders, Alameda – Contra Costa Medical Association, Solano County Medical Society and California Medical Association.
Mercedes GonzalezFacultyDr. Mercedes E. Gonzalez is a board-certified pediatric dermatologist. After graduating from Emory University, she earned her degree at Rutgers–New Jersey Medical School in 2004. Always drawn to working with children, she accepted the prestigious pediatrics program at the Morgan Stanley Children’s Hospital of New York–Columbia University where she solidified her interest in treating skin disorders. She then completed a dermatology residency followed by a clinical fellowship in pediatric dermatology at the top-ranked New York University (NYU) Department of Dermatology.Her gentle, child-friendly bedside manner, combined with her broad knowledge of childhood skin diseases and their treatments, make her the preferred pediatric dermatologist in Miami. In addition to practicing medicine, Dr. Gonzalez currently serves as a clinical assistant professor at The FIU Herbert Wertheim School of Medicine and The Phillip Frost Department of Dermatology at Miller School of Medicine.Dr. Gonzalez serves as the principal investigator on numerous clinical trials and has a special interest in severe skin diseases in children. She lectures regularly at dermatology conferences and to medical students and residents and is the co-editor of 3 dermatology textbooks, including the recently published 2nd edition of Goodheart’s Same Site Differential Diagnosis, and has published over 50 journal articles.
Meena SinghFacultyFeatured on TLC’s ‘Bad Hair Day, Dr. Meena Singh is a board-certified dermatologist and dermatologic surgeon. She attended Harvard Medical School, trained at the Mayo Clinic, and completed a procedural fellowship with the International Society for Hair Restoration Surgery, under Dr. Marc Avram. As part of her surgical fellowship training in New York City, she also became trained and board-certified in Mohs Micrographic Surgery, as well as cosmetic dermatology procedures, such as Botox, lasers, and fillers.Dr. Singh is the medical director of the Derm and Hair Center. She maintains special expertise in hair transplantation, medical therapy for all forms of hair loss and treating ethnic skin. She has lectured at numerous international surgical conferences.Dr. Singh recently starred in the TLC network show, ‘Bad Hair Day’ where she performed hair restoration procedures for patients with severely distressing scalp disorders. She has been featured on the cover of the New York Times and has numerous publications in many peer-reviewed dermatology journals, book chapters, and has been published in the New England Journal of Medicine. She is a reviewer for the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology and the Dermatologic Surgery journal.She co-authored, “Hair Transplantation, Aesthetic Series” complete hair transplant textbook. She also has had numerous TV/media appearances. Dr. Singh has served on several boards including the Kansas City Dermatologic Society, Greater Kansas City chapter of the National Medical Association (NMA) and the NMA Dermatology section. Dr. Singh has performed clinical trials in laser hair stimulation, as well as studies in hair transplantation for scarring and non-scarring forms of hair loss. She has also performed investigative studies on skin cancer in transplant recipients, as well as tissue engineering.
Carolyn GohFacultyDr. Goh practices general medical dermatology with a specialty in hair loss and scalp disorders. She did undergraduate studies at Stanford University, medical school at Weill Medical College of Cornell University with honors in both research and community service. She completed her residency at New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Cornell in New York City. Her research and clinical interests are in all types of hair loss including alopecia areata and scarring alopecia. She has been active with patient advocacy groups and local support groups for patients with hair loss.She has published numerous articles, book chapters, and is sought after for speaking engagements. She has been featured in many media outlets including the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, and NPR. She is active in the dermatology community, serving on committees for the American Academy of Dermatology, American Hair Research Society, Women's Dermatologic Society, and Skin of Color Society.
Adam FriedmanFacultyAdam Friedman, MD, FAAD is a Professor and Chair of Dermatology in the Department of Dermatology, as well as Director of Translational Research and Dermatology, Director of the Residency Program, and the Director of the Supportive Oncodermatology Program at George Washington School of Medicine and Health Sciences in Washington, DC.He has published over 220 articles and book chapters and is the editor of 3 textbooks. He is also on the Editorial Board for Dermatology News, Practical Dermatology and Cutis, and is Senior Editor of Dermatology in Review.Dr. Friedman is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), and serves as Chair of the Annual Meeting Poster Task Force, and sits on the Curriculum Task Force. He is also President of the Derma Care Access Network.
Cristina CurpFacultyCristina Curp, a Miami native and daughter of Cuban immigrants, has transformed her personal battle with Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) into a powerful mission of education and advocacy. Diagnosed with stage III HS as a teen, Cristina endured years of painful lesions and limited medical support—especially as a military spouse navigating the Tricare system.Drawing on her background as a chef, Cristina turned to nutrition as a means of healing, ultimately bringing her HS into remission through targeted dietary and lifestyle changes. For over a decade, she has shared her experience and expertise to help others living with HS and metabolic syndrome discover the power of food in managing inflammation and supporting overall health.Today, as Chief Operating Officer of HS Connect, Cristina channels her passion into building global awareness, community support, and advocacy for those affected by HS. Back home in Miami, she continues to inspire others with her message that no one living with HS should feel invisible or alone.Fun fact: Cristina is a proud boy mom, dog mom, and one of three sisters. A left-handed middle child fluent in Spanish, she loves to dance and is also the author of two bestselling cookbooks.
Joanna L. RosenFacultyDr. Joanna Rosen is a licensed clinical psychologist and trauma expert based in Newtown, CT, who specializes in trauma prevention, early response, and recovery. She holds a Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) from the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology and completed a Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Psychiatry at the Yale School of Medicine. Dr. Rosen also serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Yale and is the founder of BETWEEN2EARS® — Advanced Trauma Consultancy.
Mehdi RashighiFacultyDr. Mehdi Rashighi is a physician-scientist and Assistant Professor in the Department of Dermatology at the University of Massachusetts (UMass) Chan Medical School in Worcester, Massachusetts. He earned his MD from Tehran University of Medical Sciences in Iran. In 2011, Dr. Rashighi joined Dr. John Harris’s vitiligo research laboratory at UMass Chan Medical School, where he utilized basic and translational research approaches to uncover a critical immune pathway involved in the pathogenesis of vitiligo. This discovery led to the successful off-label use of JAK inhibitors for vitiligo and subsequently informed the design and implementation of clinical trials for these therapies.Dr. Rashighi established the Connective Tissue Disease Clinic and Research Center following his dermatology residency at UMass. Through this initiative, he advances translational and clinical research to deepen understanding of autoimmune processes in inflammatory skin diseases, emphasizing developing innovative, targeted treatments.
Christopher BunickFacultyChristopher Bunick, MD PhD is an Associate Professor of Dermatology at Yale School of Medicine in the Department of Dermatology. He specializes in general medical dermatology and dermatologic surgery. He also performs unique dermatologic research studying the three-dimensional structures of skin-related proteins using x-ray crystallography and cryo-electron microscopy. He completed medical internship, dermatology residency, and a dermatology research fellowship (mentored by Nobel Laureate Dr. Thomas A. Steitz) at Yale School of Medicine. Chris’ research has pioneered a new focus in dermatology on fundamental biochemistry and structural biology, particularly connecting the atomic resolution mechanisms of action of a therapeutic to its clinical performance and safety.
Erik DominguesFacultyDr. Erik Domingues, a board-certified Dermatologist, grew up in New Bedford, MA, graduating from New Bedford High School. He then graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Massachusetts – Dartmouth with a degree in Chemistry. He completed medical school at the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School and an Internal Medicine Internship at St. Vincent Hospital – Worcester Medical Center. He completed his residency in Dermatology at the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School in Worcester. He is also the founder and CEO of Modern Dermatology of Massachusetts in Fall River, MA. Dr. Domingues is an Assistant Professor in Dermatology at the Department of Dermatology at the UMass Chan Medical School, helping train the next generation of Dermatologists. He volunteers extensively in the Southcoast community, including serving as chairman of the Southcoast Community Foundation Scholarship Committee. He has also previously served on the Southcoast Community Foundation’s board of directors. Since 2009, he has volunteered for the American Academy of Dermatology’s Camp Discovery in Pennsylvania, a camp for children with various skin disorders. He is currently one of the activities co-directors for the Camp that runs every August.His previous research includes working on an educational intervention developed to enhance the ability and willingness of medical students to examine the skin for melanoma.He specializes in surgical, cosmetic, and medical Dermatology with a special interest in complex medical dermatology including psoriasis, alopecia areata, eczema, hidradenitis suppurativa and vitiligo. He lectures regionally and nationally on these topics and enjoys seeing difficult to treat cases referred by other practices.
Erin BarrettFacultyErin Barrett (Wei), MD is a board-certified dermatologist and NIH-funded clinical investigator with expertise in autoimmune bullous diseases and clinical trial leadership. She earned her undergraduate degree from MIT and her medical degree with honors from Harvard Medical School, where she was a Doris Duke Clinical Research Fellow.She completed her dermatology residency and served as chief resident at the University of Miami. Dr. Barrett previously held faculty roles at Brigham and Women’s Hospital-Harvard Medical School, where she led the Bullous Disease Clinic and received multiple awards for research and patient care.Currently at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, she serves as Director of Clinical Trials, Director of Inpatient Dermatology Services, and co-Director of both the Bullous Disease and Skin of Color Clinics. She is also pursuing an Executive MBA at the University of Nebraska Omaha.
Ganary DabiriFacultyDr. Ganary Dabiri is a double board-certified dermatologist and obesity medicine specialist. Born and raised in Miami, Florida, she graduated with honors from Florida International University before earning her master’s degree and PhD in cell biology and cancer research at Albany Medical College, where she also completed medical school. She trained in dermatology at Roger Williams Medical Center/Boston University and served as Chief Resident. Dr. Dabiri holds a U.S. patent for a small molecule inhibitor targeting abnormal scar formation, has published extensively in leading dermatology journals, and has served as principal investigator on multiple independent and industry-sponsored studies. In 2024, she founded The Skin Inflammation and Obesity Medicine Clinic outside Boston, the first combined clinic of its kind in Massachusetts, offering a more integrative approach to patient care. She is an active member of several professional organizations, including the American Academy of Dermatology and the Obesity Medicine Association.
Seemal DesaiFacultySeemal R Desai, MD FAAD is a Diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology, and a Board Certified Dermatologist. He graduated with honors from Emory University. He received his medical training at Morehouse School of Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia, and received his Doctor of Medicine degree with Magna Cum Laude with honors. Following medical school, Dr. Desai completed his medical internship in Internal Medicine. He then went on to complete his residency at The University of Alabama at Birmingham and served as Chief Resident for the Department of Dermatology.Dr. Desai has been active on a local, state, and national level with numerous medical organizations, and is also actively involved in teaching and mentoring medical students and residents. He is the Founder & Medical Director of Innovative Dermatology, a state-of-the-art private practice in the Dallas area, and also serves as Clinical Associate Professor of Dermatology at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.Dr. Desai is the author of numerous publications and has been invited to present at countless national and international Dermatology events. His clinical expertise includes the treatment of vitiligo, and other disorders of pigmentation, psoriasis, acne, skin disease in skin of color, cosmeceuticals, and new drug therapies.Dr. Desai is very active in the dermatologic community and is the Past President of the Skin of Color Society, and Past President of the Texas Dermatological Society. In addition, he is a Past President of the Dallas/Ft. Worth Dermatological Society. He also served on the Board of Directors of the International Society of Dermatology, the Board of Directors of the Women’s Dermatologic Society, the Board of Directors of the Global Vitiligo Foundation, and has been on the Board of SkinPAC and the Skin of Color Society. In 2017, Dr. Desai was elected to the American Academy of Dermatology Board of Directors, and also served on the AAD Executive Committee.Dr. Desai is the President of the American Academy of Dermatology, and is the youngest dermatologist to ever be elected AAD President. He began his term as AAD President-Elect in 2023, and as AAD President in 2024. In 2017, and again in 2021, Dr. Desai was appointed to serve on the US Food & Drug Administration, Pharmacy Compounding Advisory Committee (PCAC), and is the only dermatologist on this federal hearing committee. He was reappointed to another full 4 year term in 2021. He also serves as the Associate Editor of the Journal of Clinical & Aesthetic Dermatology and Pigment International. He has given over 150+ lectures nationally and internationally, and is passionate about advocacy and advancement of our specialty. He is married and has one daughter and one son.
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