

Rheumatology
Leslie Kerr, MD
PROFESSOR
New York, NY
Dr. Kerr maintains an active clinical practice in rheumatology, including providing consultative services for other sub-specialists at the Medical Center. Since the mid-1980s, Dr. Kerr initiated and has expanded rheumatology clinics at North General Hospital, bringing expertise in rheumatology to an area in East Harlem where none previously existed. Her research has included studies of tumor necrosis factor inhibition for the treatment of severe psoriatic arthritis. She has a particular interest
45+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- American Board of Internal Medicine
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2007-2026 (20 years)
- Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll
- Healthgrades — Healthgrades Choice
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Clinical Rheumatology
Conditions & Treatments
Inflammatory MyopathiesLupusPsoriatic ArthritisRheumatoid ArthritisSclerodermaSjogren SyndromeSpondyloarthritisVasculitisAnkylosing Spondylitis
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Mount Sinai Hospital
Experience
45+ years in practice