The 20 Best Juvenile Dermatomyositis Doctors Near Me in Ann Arbor, MI

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 29 doctor with experience in Juvenile Dermatomyositis near Ann Arbor, MI. Of these, 19 are Experienced, 7 are Advanced, 1 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Pediatric Rheumatology | Pediatrics
    Elite in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Pediatric Rheumatology | Pediatrics

    C. S. Mott Children's Hospital

    1540 E Hospital Dr, Floor 8 Reception B, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Turnier is a physician scientist and Clinical Lecturer in Pediatric Rheumatology at the University of Michigan. She received her MD degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in 2011. She completed her residency in Pediatrics at the University of Colorado, Children’s Hospital Colorado in 2014. She returned to the University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital and completed her Pediatric Rheumatology fellowship and training in clinical and translational research in 2017. Dr. Turnier joined the University of Michigan faculty in 2018. She cares for all children with rheumatologic diseases. Her research focuses on improving clinical care for children with myositis and lupus. Dr. Turnier is studying skin disease in myositis and lupus to identify novel disease mechanisms, biomarkers and treatment targets. She uses bioinformatic and translational science approaches to understand how we can develop precision medicine for myositis and lupus patient care and treatment. Dr. Turnier is also developing a multidisciplinary juvenile myositis clinic to increase access to state of the art clinical care and better integrate research with clinical care. Dr. Turnier is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Dermatomyositis. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Juvenile Dermatomyositis, Dermatomyositis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), and Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA). Dr. Turnier is board certified in Pediatric Rheumatology and Pediatrics.

    Advanced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Pediatrics | Dermatology
    Advanced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Pediatrics | Dermatology
    7500 Challis Rd, 
    Brighton, MI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Jennifer Mancuso a board-certified dermatologist, and fellowship-trained pediatric dermatologist who provides medical dermatology diagnosis and treatment to patients of all ages. Dr. Mancuso sees patients in our medical dermatology outpatient clinics, including our pediatric dermatology clinic at C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital. In addition, Dr. Mancuso provides dermatology consultation within the Michigan Medicine hospitals and emergency department.Dr. Mancuso is a clinical assistant professor in the departments of dermatology and pediatrics. She received her medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, Michigan. Following graduation, Dr. Mancuso completed her transitional year internship and her dermatology residency at Henry Ford Hospital, where she served as Chief Resident in her final year. Dr. Mancuso joined the University of Michigan Department of Dermatology faculty in 2018 and subsequently completed a fellowship in pediatric dermatology at Rady Children’s Hospital in San Diego, California in 2020. Dr. Mancuso is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Dermatomyositis. She is also highly rated in 75 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses DRESS Syndrome, Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Keratosis Pilaris, and Vascular Birthmark.

    Advanced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Advanced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    1500 E Medical Center Dr # 1910, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Johann Gudjonsson, MD, PhD is the Arthur C. Curtis Professor of Molecular Skin Immunology and the Frances and Kenneth Eisenberg Emerging Scholar of the Taubman Medical Research Institute. A graduate of the University of Iceland Medical School, he completed his internship and dermatology residency training at the University of Michigan. Dr. Gudjonsson has served on the faculty of the University of Michigan Department of Dermatology since 2008. He provides general medical dermatology patient care at the University of Michigan Taubman Center and maintains clinical and research interests in inflammatory and autoimmune disorders involving the skin.Dr. Gudjonsson came to the U-M in 2003 as part of an innovative research residency training program. Building upon investigative dermatology training completed in Iceland, Dr. Gudjonsson has been performing basic immunological and genetic work on psoriasis at the U-M. Dr. Gudjonsson's primary research focus is basic immunological and genetic research on psoriasis, with projects directed at improving the diagnosis and treatment of psoriasis. He received the 2007 Young Investigator Award from the American Academy of Dermatology, was named the 2018 Rising Star Lecturer for the Society for Investigative Dermatology and was recipient of the American Skin Association Research Achievement Award in Psoriasis in 2021. Dr. Gudjonsson's research has been supported by research awards from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the American Skin Association, Dermatology Foundation, Doris Duke Foundation, among others. Dr. Gudjonsson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Dermatomyositis. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Psoriasis, Darier Disease, Benign Chronic Pemphigus, Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), and Vitrectomy. Dr. Gudjonsson is board certified in Dermatology.

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    Advanced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Pediatric Rheumatology
    Advanced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Pediatric Rheumatology

    Corewell Health Pediatric Rheumatology - 35 Michigan St NE

    35 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 4150, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
    Experience:
    19+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Elizabeth Kessler is a Pediatric Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 19 years. Dr. Kessler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Dermatomyositis. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Juvenile Dermatomyositis, Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis, and Arthritis. Dr. Kessler is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics and American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Kessler is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology | Internal Medicine

    Taubman Center

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 3 Reception A, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. J. Michelle Kahlenberg MD, PhD is a physician scientist and Associate Professor of Internal Medicine at the University of Michigan. She completed her MD, PhD, and Internal Medicine training at Case Western Reserve University and completed her fellowship in Rheumatology at the University of Michigan. She joined the University of Michigan faculty in 2011, was appointed Assistant Professor in 2012, and was promoted to Associate Professor with tenure in 2018. She has been running her own laboratory and has been an active member of the Immunology Training Program since 2013. Her clinical work is centered on the care of complicated lupus patients, including those with refractory skin disease. Her R01-funded research laboratory combines translational approaches using patient samples and murine models to uncover the mechanisms that drive lupus and lupus flares. In particular, she is focused on unraveling the pathogenic mechanisms in cutaneous lupus, the factors that drive photosensitivity, and how skin inflammation can influence systemic lupus activity. Her work has received institutional accolades and national recognition from the Arthritis National Research Foundation, The Rheumatology Research Foundation, American Society for Clinical Investigation and the Lupus Foundation of America. In her spare time, she enjoys organic gardening, working on the family farm EMMA Acres run by her husband, Mark, and spending time with her husband and children. Dr. Kahlenberg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Dermatomyositis. She is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE), and Mevalonate Kinase Deficiency. Dr. Kahlenberg is board certified in Rheumatology.

    Distinguished in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Pediatric Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Pediatric Rheumatology

    University Of Michigan Medical Center

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Hoeltzel is a Pediatric Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Hoeltzel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Dermatomyositis. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Juvenile Dermatomyositis, Dermatomyositis, Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), and Arthritis.

    Experienced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Experienced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    35 Michigan St Ne # 5201, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
    Experience:
    16+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Katherine Foster is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 16 years. Dr. Foster is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Dermatomyositis. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Linear Hamartoma Syndrome, Vascular Birthmark, Familial Multiple Nevi Flammei, and Stork Bite. Dr. Foster is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Dermatology and American Osteopathic Board Of Dermatology.

    Experienced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Pediatric Rheumatology
    Experienced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Pediatric Rheumatology

    Corewell Health Pediatric Rheumatology - 35 Michigan St NE

    35 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 4150, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
    Experience:
    19+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Khalid Abulaban is a Pediatric Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 19 years. Dr. Abulaban is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Dermatomyositis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), Localized Scleroderma, and Juvenile Dermatomyositis. Dr. Abulaban is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics and American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Abulaban is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology

    Phyllis Birkel, MD

    1460 Walton Boulevard, Suite 110, 
    Rochester Hills, MI 
    Experience:
    47+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Phyllis Birkel is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Rochester Hills, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 47 years. Dr. Birkel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Dermatomyositis. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Polymyositis, Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis, and Necrotizing Vasculitis. Dr. Birkel is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Birkel is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology
    Advanced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology

    Office

    1500 E Medical Center Dr Fl C, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hilary Haftel is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Haftel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Dermatomyositis. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Juvenile Dermatomyositis, Lupus Nephritis, and Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA).

    Advanced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Pediatric Rheumatology | Pediatrics
    Advanced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Pediatric Rheumatology | Pediatrics

    Brighton Center For Specialty Care

    7500 Challis Rd, Entrance 1, Level 2, 
    Brighton, MI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christine Wang is a Pediatric Rheumatologist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Brighton, Michigan. Dr. Wang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Dermatomyositis. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Mevalonate Kinase Deficiency, Lupus Nephritis, Juvenile Dermatomyositis, and Perniosis.

    Experienced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Dermatology

    U Of M Pathology

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Lowe received her undergraduate degree from Occidental College, Los Angeles, California in 1981 and her M.D. degree from the University of Texas Medical School at Houston, Houston, Texas in 1985. She did a transitional internship at St. Joseph's Hospital, Houston, Texas from 1985-1986 and then was a Post-doctoral Fellow in the Department of Dermatology at the University of Texas Medical School at Houston. From 1987-1989, she completed her residency training in dermatology at the University of Texas Medical School at Houston, followed by a Dermatopathology Fellowship at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver, Colorado, from 1990-1991. Dr. Lowe is board certified in both Dermatology and Dermatopathology.In 1990, Dr. Lowe served as an Instructor in the Department of Dermatology at the University of Texas Medical School at Houston, Houston, Texas. She moved to the Department of Dermatology at Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, Michigan, where she was a Senior Staff Physician and Director of Dermatopathology from 1991-1996. In 1996 she joined the faculty of the Departments of Pathology and Dermatology at the University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, Michigan, as Assistant Professor, where she was promoted to Associate Professor in 1998, and to Professor in 2004. She served as the Director of Dermatopathology in the Department of Pathology from 1996-2012.While at the University of Michigan Medical School, Dr. Lowe has been actively involved in the dermatopathology service, teaching and academic pursuits. She has been recognized institutionally and nationally as an educator and clinician. In 2013, Dr. Lowe received the Walter Nickel Teaching Award given by the American Society of Dermatopathology and also received the Outstanding Clinician of the Year Award bestowed by the University of Michigan Medical School. In 2015, she was inducted into the University of Michigan League of Clinical Excellence. Dr. Lowe received the William B. Taylor Resident Teaching Award from the Department of Dermatology, University of Michigan in 1999 and 2005 for exemplary teaching. She has been recognized annually since 2003 in America's Top Doctors for Cancer by Castle Connolly Medical Ltd. She has served on national committees, including the American Board of Dermatology, Dermatopathology Test Committee and the American Board of Pathology, Dermatopathology Test Committee and has served on the editorial boards of both the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology and Cancer. Dr. Lowe is the author or co-author of more than 130 publications in peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Lowe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Dermatomyositis. She is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Sebaceous Adenoma, Syringoma, and Syringocystadenoma Papilliferum. Dr. Lowe is board certified in Dermatology and Dermatopathology.

    Experienced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Experienced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    43151 Dalcoma Dr # 1, 
    Clinton Township, MI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Olabola Awosika is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Clinton Township, Michigan. Dr. Awosika is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Dermatomyositis. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rosacea, Actinic Keratosis, Sunburn, and Contact Dermatitis.

    Experienced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Dermatology
    5333 Mcauley Dr Rm 5003, # 5003, 
    Ypsilanti, MI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Fivenson is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Ypsilanti, Michigan. Dr. Fivenson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Dermatomyositis. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bullous Pemphigoid, Cicatricial Pemphigoid, Mycosis Fungoides, and Pemphigus.

    Experienced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology

    University Of Michigan Medical Center

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Amber Young is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Young is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Dermatomyositis. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Scleroderma, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Scleroma, and Polymyalgia Rheumatica.

    Experienced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology

    Office

    5800 Foremost Dr SE Ste 300, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Hylland is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Dr. Hylland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Dermatomyositis. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Reactive Arthritis, Multifocal Fibrosclerosis, and Necrotizing Vasculitis.

    Advanced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Advanced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis

    River City Dermatology PLLC

    6741 Fulton St E, 
    Ada, MI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    James Birmingham is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Ada, Michigan. Dr. Birmingham is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Dermatomyositis. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Psoriatic Arthritis, Rheumatoid Lung Disease, Rheumatoid Pneumoconiosis, and Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA).

    Experienced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Pediatric Rheumatology
    Experienced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Pediatric Rheumatology

    C. S. Mott Children's Hospital

    1540 E Hospital Dr, Floor 8 Reception B, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Erin Janssen, MD, PhD is the Director of the Division of Pediatric Rheumatology at the C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital. Dr. Janssen earned her doctorate in Immunology and degree in medicine at Duke University Medical School. She completed her pediatric residency and fellowship in pediatric rheumatology at Boston Children’s Hospital. Dr. Janssen remained on staff at Boston Children’s Hospital as co-director of the Multiple Autoimmunity and Immunodeficiency (MAID) clinic until her move in 2022 to C.S Mott.Dr. Janssen’s clinical interests and expertise focus on the care of children with polyautoimmunity, the combination of autoimmunity and immunodeficiency, and autoinflammatory conditions. She has expertise in advanced immunologic and genetic testing for the diagnosis of disorders of immune dysregulation. Dr. Janssen also has experience in caring for children with arthritis in combination with inflammatory bowel disease and primary immunodeficiencies. Dr. Janssen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Dermatomyositis. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), PFAPA, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), and Juvenile Dermatomyositis. Dr. Janssen is board certified in Pediatrics and Pediatric Rheumatology.

    Experienced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Pediatric Rheumatology
    Experienced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Pediatric Rheumatology

    C. S. Mott Children's Hospital

    1540 E Hospital Dr, Floor 8 Reception B, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Atiye Dagci is a Pediatric Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Dagci is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Dermatomyositis. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses PFAPA, Localized Scleroderma, Chronic Pain, and Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA). Dr. Dagci is board certified in Pediatrics and Pediatric Rheumatology.

    Experienced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Internal Medicine | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Juvenile Dermatomyositis
    Internal Medicine | Pediatrics

    IM Hospital Medicine

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, Spc 5240, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr O'Callaghan is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics. He completed medical school at Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine and residency training in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at the University of Michigan. He works in the care of adults and children admitted to both the University of Michigan University Hospital and CS Mott Children's Hospital. He is interested in medical student and resident physician education. In his free time, he enjoys biking around Ann Arbor and spending time with his dog and cat. Dr. O'callaghan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Dermatomyositis. His clinical expertise encompasses Orbital Cellulitis, Diffuse Panbronchiolitis, Low Blood Sugar, Malnutrition, and Adenoidectomy.

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    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
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    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

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    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
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    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
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    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Juvenile Dermatomyositis doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

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