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Richard D. Sontheimer, MD, is a Clinical Professor of Dermatology with international recognition for his expertise in autoimmune rheumatic skin diseases. Board-certified in Internal Medicine, Dermatology, and Dermatologic/ Diagnostic Laboratory Immunology, he focuses on patient care, medical education, and translational clinical research. His career spans over three decades, with significant contributions to understanding cutaneous manifestations of lupus, dermatomyositis, and related conditions.
- MD - University of Texas Southwestern Medical School
- Internship in Medicine - University of Utah School of Medicine
- Residency in Internal Medicine - University of Utah School of Medicine
- Residency in Dermatology - University of Texas Southwestern Medical School
- Research Fellowship - University of Texas Southwestern Medical School
Dr. Sontheimer’s research centers on the immunopathogenesis of rheumatologic dermatoses, particularly lupus erythematosus and dermatomyositis. He has pioneered investigations into photosensitivity mechanisms, Ro/SS-A antigen biology, and the role of UV radiation in autoimmune skin disorders. His work bridges bedside-to-bench translational approaches, emphasizing patient-oriented clinical investigation.
His publications reveal trends in Dermatology, Autoimmune Diseases, and Immunology, with subfields including lupus skin pathology, dermatomyositis classification criteria, UV-induced immune effects, and drug-related cutaneous eruptions. He has contributed to diagnostic guidelines for scleroderma, lupus, and dermatomyositis.
- Best Doctors of America
- America's Top Doctors
- Election to American Society of Clinical Investigation
- Association of American Physicians
