Mitchell J. Mandel, MD, FAAD
Dermatologist, founder · All offices
Autoimmune skin conditions
Medically reviewed by Mitchell J. Mandel, M.D., F.A.A.D., Board-Certified Dermatologist. Last reviewed .
In autoimmune conditions, the immune system attacks the body's own tissues. Many of these conditions show up first in the skin, so a dermatologist is often the first to spot them.
Diagnosis may involve an exam, blood tests and a skin biopsy. Treatment is ongoing, and we coordinate with your other doctors, such as a rheumatologist, when needed.
Conditions we treat
- Lupus, dermatomyositis and scleroderma
- Blistering diseases such as pemphigus and bullous pemphigoid
- Vitiligo
- Alopecia areata
- Lichen planus and lichen sclerosus
- Psoriasis
How we treat it
- Prescription creams and injections for skin symptoms
- Oral medicines that calm the immune system
- Biologic treatments for some conditions
- Sun protection, since sunlight can trigger some autoimmune rashes
- Regular monitoring, including lab work for some medicines
Where it is offered
Offered at all of our offices.
Autoimmune skin conditions Q&A
Can a skin rash be a sign of an autoimmune disease?
Yes. Some autoimmune conditions show up in the skin before other symptoms appear.
Will I need to see other specialists?
Sometimes. When a condition affects other parts of the body, we work with your other doctors.
Who you can see
Dustin Marks, MD, FAAD
Dermatologist · Upper East Side
Emily Tongdee, MD, FAAD
Dermatologist · Downtown Brooklyn
Emma Newman, PA-C
Physician assistant · Upper East Side
Grace Jarrett, PA-C
Physician assistant · Downtown Brooklyn
Leah Aminov, PA-C
Physician assistant · Greenvale
Karen Chen, PA-C
Physician assistant · Streeterville
Paige Yurick, PA-C
Physician assistant · Streeterville
Arielle Ades, DNP, FNP-BC
Nurse practitioner · Boulder
Francesca Raedel, FNP-BC
Nurse practitioner · Boulder
Jennifer Telgener, FNP-BC
Nurse practitioner · Boulder
Christine Sacco, FNP-C
Nurse practitioner · Palm Beach Gardens