Dermatology Clinical Trials

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

Psoriasis
Melanoma
Moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis

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

Contact Us About Participating in a Clinical Trial

Call: 412-647-9287
E-mail: dermtrials@upmc.edu
Online: complete the Department of Dermatology Clinical Trials contact form

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
John McCormick, MA, Research Coordinator
Timothy J. Patton, DO, Sub-Investigator
Charity Ruhl, LPN, Study Coordinator

Locations

Falk Medical Building
Fifth Floor
3601 Fifth Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
412-647-9287 Phone
412-647-4832 Fax

UPMC St. Margaret Dermatology
Suite 204
2585 Freeport Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
412-647-9287 Phone
412-647-4832 Fax

Clinical Trials at UPMC
UPMC offers ongoing clinical trials for a variety of dermatologic conditions.

Psoriasis
Dr. Laura Ferris discusses psoriasis and the treatment options available at UPMC.