Sarika Ramachandran

Sarika Ramachandran, MD, serves as the Vice Chair for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the Yale School of Medicine, specifically within the Department of Dermatology. In addition to her leadership role in promoting diversity and inclusion, she is also an Associate Professor of Dermatology. Dr. Ramachandran is actively involved in clinical practice as the medical director of Yale Medicine Dermatology in Branford, where she treats a wide range of dermatological conditions for patients of all ages.13

Professional Background

• Education: Dr. Ramachandran earned her MD from the SUNY Stony Brook School of Medicine in 2007 and completed her undergraduate studies at SUNY Stony Brook in 2003.1
• Clinical Focus: Her clinical interests include rheumatologic dermatology conditions such as cutaneous lupus, scleroderma, and morphea. She emphasizes a comprehensive approach to patient care, integrating both dermatological and systemic considerations.12

Contributions to Diversity and Inclusion

In her role as Vice Chair for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Dr. Ramachandran is committed to fostering an inclusive environment within the medical community. This involves developing initiatives that promote equity across various dimensions of diversity within the field of dermatology.56

Research Interests

Dr. Ramachandran is also engaged in research focused on autoimmune skin diseases and has contributed to studies examining skin cancer education in underserved populations.1 Her work aims to enhance understanding and treatment options for complex dermatological conditions.

For further insights into her professional journey, you can find her LinkedIn profile under the username sarika-ramachandran-1bba2714.4