

Dermatology
Joel Gelfand, MD
James J. Leyden Professor of Dermatology and Epidemiology; Professor of Clinical Investigation
Joel M. Gelfand, MD, MSCE, FAAD, is a leading dermatologist specializing in observational epidemiology and clinical trials for inflammatory skin diseases, particularly psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, cutaneous T cell lymphoma, acne, and hidradenitis suppurativa. As the James J. Leyden Professor of Dermatology and Epidemiology at the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine, he directs research using large medical records databases for pharmacoepidemiologic studies in dermatologic con
25+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Dermatology
Education & Training
- University of Pennsylvania — MSCE
- Harvard University
- Mount Sinai Hospital
- University of Pennsylvania Health System
Peer Recognition
- Best Doctors in America — Best Doctor
2007-2008 (2 years)
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2022-2026 (5 years)
- Philadelphia Magazine — Top Docs
2019-2025 (7 years)
- Philadelphia Super Doctors — Super Doctor
2007-2008 (2 years)
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Penn Medicine
Languages
English
Experience
25+ years in practice