This board-certified dermatopathologist and dermatologist has more than 10 years of experience in dermatopathology and medical dermatology and has served as a dermatopathology expert witness in prior legal matters. Her work includes dermatopathology and medical dermatology, with teaching and research in inflammatory dermatoses, melanoma, and cutaneous lymphoma. Professional appointments include serving as Assistant Professor of Clinical Pathology and Dermatology within a major academic medical center and Director of a Cutaneous Lymphoma Program. Prior academic roles have included Clinical Assistant Professor positions and administrative leadership in dermatopathology education and residency training.

Teaching responsibilities have encompassed dermatopathology curricula for dermatology and pathology residents, including instruction in inflammatory reaction patterns, vesiculobullous disorders, melanocytic lesions, melanoma, vasculitis, and adnexal tumors. Research and scholarly work address melanocytic lesions, melanoma, and cutaneous lymphoma, with peer-reviewed publications and invited lectures at national dermatology meetings. The expert holds an M.D. degree, completed a dermatology residency and served as Chief Resident, and completed fellowship training in dermatopathology. Licensure includes Physician and Surgeon licensure in California. She is board certified in Dermatology and Dermatopathology. Professional involvement includes fellowship in the American Academy of Dermatology and editorial board service for a dermatology journal.