Department Of Dermatology

The Department of Dermatology is an academic department located in New York City, New York. It is part of the Vagelos College of Physicians & Surgeons of Columbia University. The department has 14 employees. The Department of Dermatology focuses on research, education, and patient care related to dermatology. Its faculty members have made significant contributions to the field, including pioneering work in areas such as ionizing radiation therapy, syphilis treatment, dermatological mycology, and the development of treatments for pemphigus vulgaris and cutaneous T cell lymphoma. Throughout its history, the department has been recognized for its groundbreaking research and clinical advancements. Notably, it played a key role in the discovery of Nystatin, an antifungal agent, and developed the technique of photopheresis for cutaneous T cell lymphoma. For more information, please visit dermatology.columbia.edu.