New dermatology chair receives presidential citation

The American Academy of Dermatology honored Abby Van Voorhees, MD, Professor and Chair of Dermatology, with a Presidential Citation. She was chosen for the award in recognition of her significant contributions and dedication to promoting excellence in psoriasis research.

Over the past three decades, Dr. Van Voorhees has been active in clinical research in dermatology, particularly issues related to the treatment of psoriasis, the country’s most common autoimmune disease, affecting up to 7.5 million Americans.

Dr. Van Voorhees received the award at the Academy’s Annual Meeting in Washington, D.C., in March.