
Overview
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 highly rated in 25 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. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 162 peer reviewed articles.
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1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 3 Reception A, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
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Dr. Kahlenberg has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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Dr. Khanna is a board-certified rheumatologist and Associate Professor of Medicine at Michigan Medicine. She has a Master of Public Health degree with a focus in epidemiology and health services research. She joined University of Michigan in 2011 and has dedicated gout clinics there and at the Ann Arbor VA which are meant to foster a center of excellence in the Midwest area. In her spare time she enjoys reading, cooking with her family, and traveling. Dr. Khanna is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gout, Arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Dr. Khanna is board certified in Rheumatology.
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William Mccune is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Mccune is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, Vasculitis, and Splenectomy. Dr. Mccune is board certified in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology.
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Dr. Fox is a graduate of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Harvard Medical School. Following internal medicine residency and rheumatology fellowship at the Brigham and Women's Hospital, he joined the faculty of the University of Michigan School of Medicine in 1985. Dr. Fox is Professor of Internal Medicine and, from 1990 to 2018, was Chief of the Division of Rheumatology. In addition, he co-directs the University of Michigan Clinical Autoimmunity Center of Excellence. In 2013, Dr. Fox became the Frederick G. L. Huetwell and William D. Robinson, M.D. Professor of Rheumatology. Dr. Foxs research focuses on defining and characterizing pathways of human T cell activation, determining the role of these pathways in the pathogenesis of autoimmune disease, investigating T cell interactions with synovial fibroblasts, understanding the role of interleukin-17 in arthritis, and exploring novel approaches to the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and scleroderma. He is author of more than 230 scientific papers and book chapters and has served on the Editorial Board of Arthritis & Rheumatism, as an Associate Editor and Section Editor of the Journal of Immunology and as an Associate Editor of the Journal of Clinical Investigation. His published work has been cited more than 10,000 times. He is a member of the American Society for Clinical Investigation and the Association of American Physicians. Dr. Fox is also active in the clinical care of patients with rheumatic diseases and in teaching students and fellows in both clinical and research settings. Dr. Fox has been an ACR ()American College of Rheumatology) member since 1985, an ACR volunteer since 1991, and an ACR Master since 2018. He has been a member of 12 ACR and RRF committees and task forces and chaired the Publications Committee, Finance Committee, and Monitoring Committee. In 2011-2012, Dr. Fox later co-chaired the ACR Task Force on Academic Rheumatology. From 2007-2008, Dr. Fox served as the seventy-first President of the American College of Rheumatology and the sixth ACR President from the University of Michigan. Dr. Fox currently holds leadership positions in the Immune Tolerance Network and in the Biomarkers Consortium of the Foundation for the NIH. Dr. Fox is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Adult Still's Disease, Necrotizing Vasculitis, Scleroderma, and Tissue Biopsy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Joanne M. Kahlenberg
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joanne M. Kahlenberg?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Joanne M. Kahlenberg by calling their office at 888-229-3065. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Joanne M. Kahlenberg a top-rated expert for Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joanne M. Kahlenberg is classified as an Elite expert for Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Joanne M. Kahlenberg specialize in?
While Dr. Joanne M. Kahlenberg is a Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), and Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Rheumatology.
Does Dr. Joanne M. Kahlenberg participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Joanne M. Kahlenberg has published 162 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). You can view a list of Dr. Joanne M. Kahlenberg's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Joanne M. Kahlenberg accept my insurance?
Dr. Joanne M. Kahlenberg accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 888-229-3065 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)Dr. Kahlenberg isElite. Learn about Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE).
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- DermatomyositisDr. Kahlenberg isDistinguished. Learn about Dermatomyositis.
- Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)Dr. Kahlenberg isDistinguished. Learn about Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE).
- Lupus NephritisDr. Kahlenberg isDistinguished. Learn about Lupus Nephritis.
- Mevalonate Kinase DeficiencyDr. Kahlenberg isDistinguished. Learn about Mevalonate Kinase Deficiency.
- PolymyositisDr. Kahlenberg isDistinguished. Learn about Polymyositis.
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)Dr. Kahlenberg isDistinguished. Learn about Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE).
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- Acute Febrile Neutrophilic DermatosisDr. Kahlenberg isAdvanced. Learn about Acute Febrile Neutrophilic Dermatosis.
- CryoglobulinemiaDr. Kahlenberg isAdvanced. Learn about Cryoglobulinemia.
- Eosinophilic Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (EGPA, Churg-Strauss Syndrome)
- Familial Mixed CryoglobulinemiaDr. Kahlenberg isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Mixed Cryoglobulinemia.
- Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)Dr. Kahlenberg isAdvanced. Learn about Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA).
- Granulomatosis with PolyangiitisDr. Kahlenberg isAdvanced. Learn about Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis.
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- Ankylosing SpondylitisDr. Kahlenberg isExperienced. Learn about Ankylosing Spondylitis.
- Antisynthetase SyndromeDr. Kahlenberg isExperienced. Learn about Antisynthetase Syndrome.
- ArthritisDr. Kahlenberg isExperienced. Learn about Arthritis.
- Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)Dr. Kahlenberg isExperienced. Learn about Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA).
- Behcet DiseaseDr. Kahlenberg isExperienced. Learn about Behcet Disease.
- BursitisDr. Kahlenberg isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.


