Katherine Berry

Katherine Berry is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Dermatology, Pennsylvania State University, College of Medicine. She practices evidence-based dermatology with a focus on translating complex research into accessible care for primary care physicians.

Education:

• MD from Penn State College of Medicine (2017)
• Internal Medicine Internship at UPMC Pinnacle (2018)
• Dermatology Residency at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center (2021)

Her research spans dermatology, primary care, and patient decision-making, particularly in acne vulgaris, actinic keratosis, and cosmetic treatments. She explores how information framing impacts clinical choices, aiming to improve patient-provider communication.

Her recent publications analyze topical rejuvenation for photoaging, acne treatment guidelines for primary care, and decision-making models in actinic keratosis. These works bridge clinical dermatology with behavioral insights and health services research.