Arlene Ruiz de Luzuriaga, MD, MPHAssistant Professor of MedicineArlene Ruiz de Luzuriaga, MD, MPH, treats patients with a wide range of skin conditions, including acne, rosacea, psoriasis, dermatitis and skin cancer. She specializes in dermatopathology, studying biopsies to more accurately diagnose skin cancers and other cutaneous conditions. Dr. Ruiz de Luzuriaga's research focuses on finding health patterns in dermatology and dermatopathology. In one study, she examined patient demographics in relation to the utilization of health care services for molluscum contagiosum -- a type of skin infection caused by a virus. She also is interested in the use of information technology for the improvement of patient care, diagnosis and treatment algorithms, and medical education. In addition to her clinical and research roles, Dr. Ruiz de Luzuriaga teaches residents and fellows about general dermatology.
Practice LocationsThe University of Chicago Medicine
Center for Advanced Medicine
Year Started Practice2007 Board CertificationsDermatology
Medical SchoolDuke University Medical School, Durham, NC InternshipMacNeal Hospital, Berwyn, IL ResidencyThe University of Chicago Medicine (dermatology) FellowshipThe University of Chicago Medicine (dermatopathology) Additional Graduate DegreesMPH, University of North Carolina School of Public Health, Chapel Hill, NC MembershipsAmerican Academy of Dermatology
Language SpokenEnglish Office Phone(773) 702-6559 Office Fax(773) 702-8398 Office Postal AddressArlene Ruiz de Luzuriaga, MD, MPH
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Selected PublicationsView a partial list of Dr. Ruiz de Luzuriaga's publications through the National Library of Medicine's PubMed online database. |
