RDS 2026 ANNUAL MEETING
November 7th, 2026
Orlando, FL
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Rheumatologic Dermatology Society
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Explore specialized training programs designed to advance expertise in the diagnosis, management, and research of rheumatologic skin disease.
Advancing Clinical Expertise
Many physicians do not feel comfortable with the complexity and potential toxicity of treatments required to effectively manage these conditions. Developing expertise in diagnosis and management is critical to improving patient outcomes and advancing the field.
Education & Training Opportunities
We maintain a list of educational opportunities for dermatologists seeking specialized training in this area. The programs below offer post-graduate clinical training, with many also providing mentorship and research opportunities to support careers in academic dermatology.
Explore the programs below for details on requirements and how to apply.
Rheumatic Dermatology Fellowship Training Programs
Boston University School of Medicine, Department of Dermatology Rheumatology-Dermatology Fellowship
PROGRAM DIRECTOR: Christina Lam, MD
PROGRAM CONTACT: dermtrng@bu.edu
Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Dermatology-Rheumatology Fellowship
PROGRAM DIRECTOR: Ruth Ann Vleugels, MD, MPH, MBA
PROGRAM CONTACT: bwhderm@bwh.harvard.edu
Duke Complex Medical Dermatology-Immunodermatology Fellowship
PROGRAM FACULTY:
Daniela Kroshinsky, MD, MPH
Anne Marano, MD
Matilda W. Nicholas, MD, PhD
Samantha Polly, MD
PROGRAM CONTACT: Teresa.cerrato.amador@duke.edu
Ohio State University Department of Dermatology Complex Medical Dermatology Fellowship
PROGRAM DIRECTOR: Abraham Korman, MD
ASSOCIATED PROGRAM DIRECTOR: Jessica Kaffennberger, MD
PROGRAM CONTACT: Crisanne.hitler@psumc.edu
University of California San Franscisco Complex Medical Dermatology Fellowship
PROGRAM DIRECTOR: Lindy P. Fox, MD
PROGRAM FACULTY:
Kanade Shinkai,MD PhD
Timothy Berger, MD
Anna Haernel, MD
Ryan “Yoshi” Arakaki, MD
PROGRAM CONTACT: lindy.fox@ucsf.edu
Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Department of Dermatology, Complex Medical Dermatology Fellowship Program
PROGRAM CO-DIRECTOR: Arash Mostaghimi, MD, MPH
PROGRAM CONTACT: bwhderm@bwh.harvard.edu
Cleveland Clinic Complex Medical Dermatology Fellowship
PROGRAM DIRECTOR: Anthony Fernandez, MD
PROGRAM CONTACT: fernana6@ccf.org
Mass General Hospital Department of Dermatology Fellowship in Connective Tissue Diseases
PROGRAM CO-DIRECTORS:
Flavia Fedeles, MD
Janice Tiao, MD
PROGRAM CONTACT: Send to both co-directors
ffedles@mgh.harvard.edu
jtiao@mgh.harvard.edu
NYU Grossman School of Medicine Advanced Medical Dermatology Fellowship
PROGRAM LEADERSHIP: Jo-Ann M. Latkowski, MD
PROGRAM CONTACT: Katherine.Kim3@NYULangone.org
University of Pennsylvania Department of Dermatology Clinical and Clinical-Translational Research Fellowships
PROGRAM LEADERSHIP: Victoria Werth MD
PROGRAM CONTACT: werth@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
University of Texas Southwestern, Rheumatology/Dermatology Fellowship
PROGRAM LEADERSHIP:
James E. Roberts MD
Joseph Merola, MD, MMSc
PROGRAM FACULTY:
Alice Gottlieb, MD, Ph.D.
Benjamin Chong, MD
Heidi Jacobe, MD
David Karp, MD, Ph.D.
Joseph Merola, MD, MMSc
James Roberts, MD
Meghan Heberton, MD
PROGRAM CONTACT: James.Roberts@UTSouthwestern.edu
RHEUMATOLOGIC DERMATOLOGY SOCIETY
Committee opportunities
Get involved in RDS through committee service and help shape education, research, and member initiatives.
Please email us at info@rheumadermsociety.org if you’re interested in signing up for a committee.