Dermatology

Clinical Trials: Dermatology

The Department of Dermatology is currently involved in several clinical trials and registries in the areas of:

  • psoriasis
  • cutaneous (skin) lupus
  • onychomycosis (toenail fungus)
  • hidradenitis suppurativa
  • melanoma

New studies are also being added, so check this page often for updates.

Contact Us About Participating in a Clinical Trial

A member of our team will be in touch with you within two business days.

Researchers

  • Laura K. Ferris, MD, PhD, Director of Clinical Trials and Assistant Professor of Dermatology, UPMC.
    Dr. Ferris earned her doctorate in immunology from Johns Hopkins University and her medical degree from the University of Maryland. She completed her residency in dermatology at UPMC and currently sees patients in Oakland and Harmarville.

Additional research staff:

  • Emily Clark, PA-C,  Sub-Investigator
  • Lisa M. Grandinetti, MD, Sub-Investigator
  • Cindy Granny, CRC, Research Coordinator
  • Ryan Harris, MD, Research Fellow
  • Timothy J. Patton, DO, Sub-Investigator
  • Charity Ruhl, LPN, Study Coordinator

Locations

Falk Medical Building
Fifth Floor
3601 Fifth Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15213

Phone: 412-647-9287
Fax: 412-647-4832

Get directions to the Falk Medical Building.
UPMC St. Margaret Dermatology
Suite 3204
2585 Freeport Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15238

Phone: 412-784-7371
Fax: 412-784-7372

Get directions to UPMC St. Margaret.

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