Nada Elbuluk

Dr. Nada Elbuluk is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Dermatology at the Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California. She is the founder and director of the USC Skin of Color Center and Pigmentary Disorders Clinic, and leads the Dermatology Diversity and Inclusion Program. Her clinical and research focus includes pigmentary disorders (e.g., vitiligo, melasma), ethnic skin conditions, and cosmetic dermatology procedures like lasers and Botox. She holds professional memberships with the American Academy of Dermatology, Skin of Color Society, and Women’s Dermatologic Society.

Dr. Elbuluk earned her B.A. in Psychology from Princeton University, M.D. from the University of Michigan (with Distinction in Research and an NIH-funded Master’s in Clinical Research), and completed dermatology residency at Johns Hopkins. She previously served as an Assistant Professor at New York University’s School of Medicine.

Her research explores disparities in dermatologic care for diverse populations, with over 150 peer-reviewed publications. Key interests include vitamin D and alopecia, pigmentary disorder treatments, and improving health equity through education and clinical practice. Dr. Elbuluk is a sought-after media expert, appearing in outlets like the Washington Post and NBC News.

Her awards include a NIH fellowship award and multiple grants supporting research on skin of color conditions. She advocates for diversity in medicine, leading initiatives to enhance dermatology residency training on DEI topics.