Dr. Michael Piepkorn
Clinical Professor of Dermatology in Washington
Dr. Michael Piepkorn is a distinguished clinical dermatologist, dermatopathologist, and researcher with over five decades of experience in the medical field. He has dedicated much of his career to academic roles and medical research, particularly focusing on melanoma skin cancer and psoriasis. His dermatopathology expertise has profoundly impacted the diagnosis and treatment of skin diseases, and he continues to be a respected figure in his field.
He spends most of his professional time at Dermatopathology Northwest in Seattle, Washington. His work involves diagnosing various skin diseases through skin biopsies, where he applies his vast knowledge of dermatopathology to help clinicians make accurate diagnoses. Michael Piepkorn also provides expertise at the pigmented lesion and melanoma clinic located at the Roosevelt outpatient facility of the University of Washington (UW), where he offers invaluable insights into diagnosing and managing melanoma.
Michael Piepkorn, PhD, holds board certifications in pathology, dermatology, and dermatopathology, reflecting his extensive training and qualifications. His academic career includes faculty appointments at esteemed institutions like the University of Utah and the University of Washington, where he co-founded a skin pathology lab in Bellevue, Washington, in 2000. His academic work continues to influence the fields of dermatology and dermatopathology, particularly through his research and training of the next generation of medical professionals.
As a leading expert in melanoma research, Piepkorn made a significant contribution to identifying the major familial melanoma gene, p16 or CDKN2A. This groundbreaking discovery, which has had lasting implications for melanoma diagnosis and genetics, earned him an award from the American Society of Dermatopathology in 2004. Dr. Michael Piepkorn remains prominent in melanoma research, advancing diagnostic accuracy and understanding of this complex skin cancer.
Throughout his career, Dr. Michael has authored more than 170 original journal articles that explore a wide range of dermatopathology topics. His publications include critical studies on melanoma staging, second-opinion strategies for skin lesions, and the accuracy of histopathological diagnoses. These works have greatly enhanced the understanding of melanoma and dermatopathology, establishing Michael Piepkorn as a leading voice.
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Publications:
Barnhill's Dermatopathology, Fourth Edition
Some of my written contributions
Into the Pajamazon by Michael Piepkorn Paperback BookInto