Rheumatology

Joseph Merola, M.D., M.M.SC.

Professor and Chair, Department of Dermatology

Joseph F. Merola, M.D., M.M.Sc., is Professor and Chair of the Department of Dermatology, Professor of Internal Medicine in the Division of Rheumatic Diseases, and Professor in the Peter O’Donnell Jr. School of Public Health at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas, where he holds the Mary Kay Inc. Distinguished Chair in Dermatology. He specializes in complex immune-mediated skin and musculoskeletal disorders, treating psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, spondyloarthritis, **co

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Dermatology (ABPN)
Internal Medicine (ABIM)
Rheumatology (ABPN)

Education & Training

Medical School: New York University School of Medicine (MD)
Graduate: Harvard Medical School (MMSc)
Internship: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (Internal Medicine)
Residency: New York University Medical Center (Dermatology)
Residency: Brigham and Women's Hospital/Harvard Medical School (Internal Medicine)

Years in Practice

21+ years

Peer Recognition

Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2017-2026 (10 years)
Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Clinical Rheumatology

Conditions & Treatments

Ankylosing SpondylitisGoutLupusPsoriatic ArthritisRheumatoid ArthritisSclerodermaSjogren Syndrome

Insurance(s) Accepted

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Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

UT Southwestern Medical Center

Languages

English[3]

Conditions Dr. Merola treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Merola accept Aetna insurance?

Joseph Merola's public profile lists Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and AvMed plus 13 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Merola practice?

Joseph Merola practices in Dallas, TX with hospital affiliations including UT Southwestern Medical Center.

What does Dr. Merola specialize in?

Joseph Merola is a board-certified rheumatology specialist with focus areas in Clinical Rheumatology.

How long has Dr. Merola been practicing?

Joseph Merola has 21+ years of clinical experience in rheumatology.

What is Dr. Merola's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: New York University School of Medicine (MD); Graduate: Harvard Medical School (MMSc); Internship: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (Internal Medicine).