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- 3International journal of dermatology · 2026
Publications
974 publications
Funding
2 grants
Active
1 grant- Co-IMRA 1434877Point-of-Care High-frequency Quantitative Ultrasound Assessment of MelanomaMelanoma Research Alliance · 2025–2027
Completed grants (1)
- PIBC 223471-01Characterization of nail findings and calculations of NAPSI's by AI vs dermatologistsBelleTorus Corporation · 2022–2023Contract
Clinical research
30 studies
Active
14 studies- PIProspective study of nail psoriasisWeill Medical College of Cornell University · OPEN TO ACCRUAL (as of 2026)
- PINCT07518953Effect of Music on Pain and Anxiety During Nail BiopsiesNA · Weill Medical College of Cornell University · OPEN TO ACCRUAL (as of 2026)Procedural Anxiety; Pain
- PIEvaluating the measurement properties of the ACNE-Q Dyspigmentation ScaleWeill Medical College of Cornell University · OPEN TO ACCRUAL (as of 2026)
- PIInvestigation of systolic and diastolic blood pressure changes with ultraviolet phototherapy in patients with dermatological conditionsWeill Medical College of Cornell University · OPEN TO ACCRUAL (as of 2025)
- PIRecurrence rates of acral and nail unit melanomas following wide local excision, Mohs micrographic surgery, digital amputation, and nail unit resectionWeill Medical College of Cornell University · OPEN TO ACCRUAL (as of 2025)
- PIEvaluation of risk factors associated with premature hair graying- a cross-sectional survey studyWeill Medical College of Cornell University · OPEN TO ACCRUAL (as of 2025)
- PIMulti-site prospective study of nail unit verrucaeWeill Medical College of Cornell University · OPEN TO ACCRUAL (as of 2025)
- PIRetrospective review of common factors among patients with androgenetic alopecia and less common hair and scalp disordersWeill Medical College of Cornell University · OPEN TO ACCRUAL (as of 2024)
- PIMulti-institutional retrospective cohort study of histopathologic findings in yellow nail syndrome patientsWeill Medical College of Cornell University · OPEN TO ACCRUAL (as of 2024)
- PICross-sectional survey study of dermatology life quality index, body focused repetitive behavior prevalence, and nail glomus tumor prevalence in neurofibromatosis patientsWeill Medical College of Cornell University · OPEN TO ACCRUAL (as of 2024)
- PINCT06111729Habit Awareness Device for Treatment of OnychophagiaNA · Weill Medical College of Cornell University · OPEN TO ACCRUAL (as of 2023)Nail Biting
- PINCT05667246Clinical Effect of Caffeine Consumption in Patients Taking Oral TerbinafineNA · Weill Medical College of Cornell University · OPEN TO ACCRUAL (as of 2023)Terbinafine Adverse Reaction
- PIEffect of Alcohol Consumption on Liver Function Tests in Patients Taking Oral TerbinafineWeill Medical College of Cornell University · OPEN TO ACCRUAL (as of 2022)
- PINailfold Capillaroscopy in Patients with Nail Psoriasis and Other Nail DiseasesWeill Medical College of Cornell University · OPEN TO ACCRUAL (as of 2022)
Completed & closed trials (16)
- PINCT06578728Intralesional Methotrexate Injections for the Treatment of Nail Psoriasis: an Intra-subject Randomized Controlled TrialPHASE4 · Weill Medical College of Cornell University · CLOSED TO ACCRUAL (as of 2026)Nail Psoriasis
- PICross-sectional survey study assessing dermatologic needs and cancer risk behaviors of LGBTQ+ patients at an LGBTQ+ dedicated psychiatric clinicWeill Medical College of Cornell University · CLOSED TO ACCRUAL (as of 2025)
- PIHistological evaluation of nail lichen planusNew York Presbyterian Hospital · IRB STUDY CLOSURE (as of 2025)
- PIClinical, histological, and demographic features of patients with acral melanomasWeill Medical College of Cornell University · CLOSED TO ACCRUAL (as of 2025)
- PINCT04941807Use of Platelet-rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy in Patients With Brittle Nail SyndromePHASE4 · Weill Medical College of Cornell University · IRB STUDY CLOSURE (as of 2025)Nail Diseases
- PIImplantation Mycoses in Immunocompromised Patients: a retrospective chart review analyzing disease course and treatment efficacy in patient populations - BRANYplus TransferWeill Medical College of Cornell University · CLOSED TO ACCRUAL (as of 2025)
- PINCT05279846A Multi-center, Double-blind, Randomized, Vehicle-controlled Study of Efficacy and Safety of Topical MOB015B in the Treatment of Mild to Moderate Distal Subungual Onychomycosis (DSO)PHASE3 · Moberg Pharma AB · IRB STUDY CLOSURE (as of 2025)Onychomycosis
- PIPrevalence and Predictors of Melanoma Worry and Anxiety in Patients with MelanonychiaWeill Medical College of Cornell University · IRB STUDY CLOSURE (as of 2024)
- PILongitudinal perioperative pain assessment in patients undergoing nail surgeryWeill Medical College of Cornell University · IRB STUDY CLOSURE (as of 2024)
- PINCT05699499Analysis of Impact of KeryFlex on Quality of Life for Retronychia or Lichen Planus Adult PatientsNA · Weill Medical College of Cornell University · IRB STUDY CLOSURE (as of 2024)Lichen Planus of Nail
- PINCT03991936Benefit of Placebo and Different Concentrations of Triamcinolone Acetonide in Nail PsoriasisPHASE4 · Weill Medical College of Cornell University · IRB STUDY CLOSURE (as of 2024)Nail Psoriasis; Nail Diseases
- PINCT05544734Analysis of Hydrocodone Compared to Acetaminophen and Ibuprofen for Post-nail Procedure AnalgesiaPHASE4 · Weill Medical College of Cornell University · IRB STUDY CLOSURE (as of 2024)Nail Diseases; Nail Abnormality
- PIPSoSA (PSOriasis Special Areas) - a US-based, Single-Arm, Prospective, Multicenter, Observational Study of Nail and Scalp Psoriasis Improvement in Patients Treated with IxekizumabEli Lilly and Company · IRB STUDY CLOSURE (as of 2024)
- PIPatient Expectations and Experiences with Teledermatology Services: A Prospective Cohort StudyWeill Medical College of Cornell University · IRB STUDY CLOSURE (as of 2021)
- PINCT04422795The Evaluation of External Thermomechanical Stimulation for Pain Reduction in Patients Undergoing Nail InjectionPHASE4 · Weill Medical College of Cornell University · IRB STUDY CLOSURE (as of 2021)Nail Diseases
- PIDevelopment of a New Patient-Reported Outcome Measure: The NAIL-QWeill Medical College of Cornell University · IRB STUDY CLOSURE (as of 2020)
News mentions
2 mentionsView all WCM news ↗
- Awards & Honors: November 2023November 30, 2023
Awards, honors and achievements for the month of November.
- Awards Recognize Faculty and Student AchievementsMay 26, 2022
Weill Cornell Medicine faculty members were honored with awards for their exemplary achievements in medical research, education and care at the institution’s commencement ceremony on May 19 at Carnegie Hall.
Media highlights
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- Nail Psoriasis And Lichen Planus, Onychomycosis Differ By PhototypeMedscape · November 9, 2026
- Updated Hidradenitis Suppurativa Guidelines Recommend Multiple Biologics, JAK InhibitorsHealio Dermatology · October 22, 2026
- Pseudofolliculitis Barbae: First Consensus Recommendations PublishedMedscape · October 22, 2026
- GLP-1s Linked To Nail Detachment And Other Disorders In New StudyMedscape · October 9, 2026
- Physician Perspective: Dermatologist Shari Lipner On Medscape Clinical SearchMedscape · September 21, 2026
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- Yellowing Or Brassy Hair? Here's How Purple Shampoo Could HelpUSA Today · September 8, 2026
- As GLP-1 Use Expands Into Dermatology, So Do The Medicolegal ImplicationsMedPage Today · September 2, 2026
- 8 Skin Changes That May Signal Diabetes, According To DermatologistsPrevention · August 31, 2026Also in Yahoo Health
- Why “Tanmaxxing” Is The Latest Skin Cancer ThreatHealthCentral · August 13, 2026
Mentoring
7 menteesAll publications with mentees →
- KCKaya CurtisMD mentee · Class of 2025
- RHRachel HillMD mentee · Class of 2025
- MOMichael OngMD mentee · Class of 2026
- NDNoelle DesirMD mentee · Class of 2026
- BWBukhtawar WaqasMD mentee · Class of 2021
- NBNell BorysMD mentee · Class of 2025