Sara B. Ferguson

Sara B. Ferguson, MD is an Associate Professor in the Department of Dermatology at Penn State College of Medicine. She is a practicing dermatologist with expertise in microvascular function, psoriasis, and nitric oxide-related skin physiology. Her work bridges clinical dermatology with physiological research, focusing on how skin conditions affect vascular function and how treatments can improve outcomes.

Dr. Ferguson completed her medical education at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine in 2004. She then completed an internship in Internal Medicine at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (Penn Medicine) in 2005, followed by a residency in Dermatology at Mayo Clinic - College of Medicine in 2008.

Dr. Ferguson's research primarily focuses on the intersection of dermatology and vascular physiology. Her work examines how skin conditions like psoriasis affect microvascular function through nitric oxide pathways. She has conducted significant research on vitamin D supplementation's effects on vascular function in African American populations, the impact of ultraviolet radiation on skin microcirculation, and innovative payment models for dermatological conditions like actinic keratosis. Her research demonstrates a strong connection between skin health and systemic vascular function.

Her scholarly output shows a consistent pattern of high-impact research in dermatological physiology, with particular emphasis on the vascular aspects of skin diseases. Dr. Ferguson's work often appears in top-tier physiology and dermatology journals, indicating her research is well-regarded in both fields. She has 12 research outputs between 2010-2020 with significant citations in key publications.

Dr. Ferguson maintains an active clinical practice at Penn State Health Dermatology with a high patient satisfaction rating of 4.9 out of 5 from 1157 patient reviews. Her research profile indicates she is particularly interested in how skin conditions affect overall vascular health, which represents an important interdisciplinary approach to dermatological care that contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to good health and well-being.