Meet
Matilda R. Nicholas
Board Member Spotlight: Dr. Matilda Nicholas, a physician-scientist and national leader in immunodermatology.
Matilda R. Nicholas graduated from UC Davis and joined a biotech company in San Diego, conducting research on G-protein Coupled Receptors for four years before returning to school. She completed the MD/PhD program at UNC where she studied the role of B cells in lupus, obtaining her doctorate in immunology. She completed a preliminary year in pediatrics and a residency in dermatology at UNC. She is now a Professor of Dermatology and Rheumatology, Vice Chair of Clinical Operations for Dermatology, and Co-Director of the Immunodermatology Clinic at Duke.
From Bench to Bedside: A Career in Skin and Immune Health
She brings deep expertise in autoimmune skin conditions and at-risk skin populations — key focus areas of the Coalition for At-Risk Skin (CARS).
A Strategic Role at CARS
As a Board Member of CARS, Dr. Nicholas brings scientific rigor and clinical insight to the coalition’s mission. Her contributions include:
- Advancing evidence-based approaches to autoimmune and inflammatory skin conditions
- Supporting the development of clinical consensus tools for practitioners
- Elevating the importance of interdisciplinary care in dermatology and rheumatology
- Informing strategies for managing at-risk skin in chronic disease populations
Her dual background in immunology and dermatology makes her a vital contributor to the future of skin health innovation.
📘 Explore the full CARS Consensus Document and learn more about Catherine’s role in shaping the future of at-risk skin care.
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