With a career at Yale spanning more than 40 years, Vice Chair of Faculty Affairs and Professor of Dermatology Jean Bolognia, MD, is a 'Yalie' through and through. Here at Yale Dermatology, we are proud to call her an esteemed colleague who has contributed immeasurably to our field.
Dr. Bolgonia has been part of the fabric of our YSM community for decades. Having received her medical degree from YSM in 1980, she remained as trainee and then in her subsequent professorship and leadership roles within the Department of Dermatology. When asked by the Yale Journal of Biological Science what stands out about YSM, she applauded the cohesive faculty and Grand Rounds live patient viewing as unique models for both nurturing a sense of collegiality among faculty and providing an accurate and authentic training environment.
As a clinician-educator, Dr. Bolognia leads with compassion. She is adept at guiding patients with a history of cutaneous melanoma through concerning diagnoses and involves both patients and their loved ones in the treatment process. She also notably coined "toxic erythema of chemotherapy," a term which enables physicians to hone in on a diagnosis more efficiently as a team. Having benefited from the wisdom of great educators in her own life, she is celebrated for having mentored countless individuals, from trainees to colleagues.
Dr. Bolognia has received a multitude of national and international awards, and she has held leadership positions at several organizations. This includes having served as president of the Medical Dermatology Society, Women's Dermatologic Society, and American Dermatological Society, respectively. Her greatest accomplishment to date, however, is being senior editor of Dermatology (Elsevier). Now in its fifth edition, this textbook offers a streamlined approach to dermatology pedagogy, breaking down complex topics and utilizing schematics to introduce dermatologic principles.
In her spare time, Dr. Bolognia enjoys gardening, traveling, reading, impressionist art, and Motown.
Christine Ko, MD, has made a lead gift to honor Dr. Bolognia and her remarkable career and is leading our efforts to create an endowed professorship in her name. To join Dr. Ko and others with your support, please contact our development partner, Aliza Elwell, or make a gift online. Please be sure to write "Bolognia Endowment" in the free text field.