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Benjamin Korman, M.D. is an Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine, Allergy/Immunology and Rheumatology at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry. He is a practicing rheumatologist specializing in scleroderma and related autoimmune connective tissue diseases, providing interdisciplinary care for patients with complex manifestations including skin fibrosis, vascular disease, and organ involvement.
Dr. Korman's clinical expertise focuses on:
- Diagnosis and management of scleroderma (systemic sclerosis)
- Autoimmune connective tissue diseases
- Interdisciplinary care for skin fibrosis and thickening
- Vascular disease including Raynaud's phenomenon
- Gastrointestinal issues related to autoimmune conditions
- Lung disease including interstitial lung disease and pulmonary hypertension
His research program, the Korman Lab, investigates the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying fibrosis and vascular disease in scleroderma. The lab utilizes experimental models, patient samples, and translational approaches to understand the relationship between adipose cells, blood vessels, and fibroblasts. Current research focuses on:
- Pulmonary hypertension in scleroderma
- Skin fibrosis mechanisms
- The role of TNF signaling in vascular pathology
- Biomarker discovery for disease severity and progression
- Novel therapeutic approaches targeting fibrosis pathways
Dr. Korman has published extensively on scleroderma, with recent work focusing on TNF-mediated pulmonary hypertension, complement factors as biomarkers, and the role of adipokines in fibrosis. His research has contributed significantly to understanding disease heterogeneity and developing personalized treatment approaches for patients with scleroderma.
His scientific contributions include:
- Development of novel mouse models of scleroderma-associated pulmonary hypertension
- Identification of biomarkers for scleroderma disease severity
- Studies on the role of adipose tissue in fibrosis development
- Investigations into the cellular mechanisms of vascular remodeling
Dr. Korman is actively involved in mentoring and training the next generation of rheumatology researchers and clinicians. He leads a multidisciplinary research team investigating the pathogenesis of scleroderma and related conditions, with a focus on translating basic science discoveries into clinical applications for improved patient care.
