Prof. James G. Krueger, MD, PhD?
Update this Profile
Prof. James G. Krueger, MD, PhD, Dermatologist
Verified Doctor
We verify the medical license of each FindaTopDoc Verified Doctor to ensure that their license is active and they are in good medical standing.

Prof. James G. Krueger, MD, PhD

Dermatologist

1230 York Ave New York NY, 10065
Seal

About

A board-certified dermatologist, James G. Krueger, MD, PhD, diagnoses and treats patients at The Rockefeller University Hospital in New York, NY. An expert in the diagnosis and treatment of psoriasis and other inflammatory skin disorders such as hidradenitis suppurativa, he is the Head of the Laboratory for Investigative Dermatology. His work has implications for common inflammatory diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and inflammatory bowel disease. Dr. Krueger is also Co-Director for the Center for Clinical and Translational Science and Chief Executive Officer at The Rockefeller University Hospital. Academically, he maintains a role as Professor in Clinical Investigation and Dermatology at The Rockefeller University. His professional journey in the dermatology arena spans thirty-two years. His expertise covers general dermatology, with an emphasis on the diagnosis and treatment of psoriasis and other inflammatory skin disorders.

Education and Training

Princeton University Bachelor Degree 0

The Rockefeller University PhD 0

Cornell University Medical College medical degree 0

Board Certification

American Board of Dermatology; Dermatology

Provider Details

MaleEnglish
Prof. James G. Krueger, MD, PhD
Prof. James G. Krueger, MD, PhD's Expert Contributions

Awards

  • Distinguished Achievement Award 2001 American Skin Association 
  • Psoriasis Research Achievement Award 2001 American Skin Association 
  • E.H. Ahrens Jr. Award 2006 Association for Patient-Oriented Research 
  • Astellas Award 2010 American Academy of Dermatology 
  • Farber Award 2010 Society of Investigative Dermatology 
  • Van Scott Award for Innovative Therapy of the Skin 2015  

Internships

  • Cornell University Medical College (Internal Medicine)

Prof. James G. Krueger, MD, PhD's Practice location

The Rockefeller University Hospital

1230 York Ave -
New York, NY 10065
Get Direction
New patients: 212-327-8091
Fax: 212-327-8370

Prof. James G. Krueger, MD, PhD's reviews

(0)
Write Review

Media Releases

Get to know Dermatologist Dr. James G. Krueger, who serves patients in New York, New York.

A highly skilled and respected dermatologist, Dr. Krueger serves as Head of the Laboratory for Investigative Dermatology and Professor in Clinical Investigation and Dermatology at The Rockefeller University. He also serves as Co-director for the Center for Clinical and Translational Science at The Rockefeller University Hospital, and as Chief Executive Officer of the hospital since July of 2008.

Caused when the immune system attacks the skin, psoriasis is one of the most accessible human diseases in which to examine how the activation of white blood cells called T cells leads to autoimmune disorders. Dr. Krueger uses psoriasis as a model to study inflammatory diseases that involve Th17 cells, a set of T cells. His work has implications for other common inflammatory diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis and inflammatory bowel disease.

His group focuses on cutaneous inflammation and autoimmune mechanisms in human skin. Their research is fundamentally rooted in “bench-to-bedside” science, combining the clinical study of new medical therapeutics with laboratory research on relevant immunopathogenic mechanisms in human cells and tissues. The laboratory conducts clinical research on patients with psoriasis vulgaris at The Rockefeller University Hospital. They treat patients with a wide variety of engineered immune molecules in order to restore normal immune responses. By combining novel immune-directed therapeutics with large-scale study of gene expression, an approach called pharmacogenetics, the researchers seek to uncover the molecular pathways that cause pathogenic inflammation and regulate normal human immune responses.  His work has formed the scientific basis for the highly successful treatment of psoriasis with a range of biologic immune drugs that target the “Type 17” inflammatory immune axis. 

With a broad educational background, Dr. Krueger earned his bachelor’s degree from Princeton University and a PhD in Virology and Cell Biology from The Rockefeller University. He then received his medical degree from Cornell University Medical College, where he also completed an internship in internal medicine and a residency in dermatology. 

An expert in the diagnosis and treatment of psoriasis and other inflammatory skin disorders such as hidradenitis suppurativa, he is board certified in dermatology by the American Board of Dermatology (ABD).  The ABD is a voluntary, non-profit, private autonomous organization formed for the primary purpose of protecting the public interest by establishing and maintaining high standards of training, education and qualifications of physicians rendering care in dermatology.

Dermatology is the branch of medicine dealing with the skin.  The skin is the largest organ of the body.  Dermatology is a specialty with both medical and surgical aspects.  A dermatologist is a specialist who manages skin diseases and addresses both internal and external causes, including cosmetic concerns, involving the skin.  Dermatological duties include providing consultations and screening tests, as well as undertaking cutaneous surgical procedures.

Among Dr. Krueger’s most notable achievements include: Distinguished Achievement Award, American Skin Association, 2001; Psoriasis Research Achievement Award, American Skin Association, 2001; E.H. Ahrens Jr. Award, Association for Patient-Oriented Research, 2006; Astellas Award, American Academy of Dermatology, 2010; Farber Award, Society of Investigative Dermatology, 2010; and Van Scott Award for Innovative Therapy of the Skin, 2015.

Recommended Articles

  • Copperhead Snake Bites: What Does It Look Like?

    Copperhead snake bites are one of the frequently reported snakebites annually. However, they are rarely fatal. Most of the time, snakebites happen when people accidentally step on or touch snakes, which are excellent at blending into their surroundings. When copperhead snakes are disturbed, they...

  • What Are the Risks to Laser Hair Removal?

    What is laser hair removal?Every one wants to know the best ways to remove hair from certain areas of the body. Laser hair removal is one of the most popular methods in the United States, and the New York Times has reported that there were over a million procedures performed in 2016 alone.But is...

  • Heat Rash: What Is Miliaria Crystallina?

    Heat rash is also known as miliaria or "prickly heat". It is a type of skin disease that mostly affects people living in hot or humid areas. It forms as a result of blockage of the sweat glands. This restricts sweat, and it is trapped inside the skin tissues where it causes inflammation.This...

  • How to Treat Sun Poisoning

    Sun poisoning refers to a severe form of sunburn that affects about 50% of people between the ages of 20 and 30. In this condition, over exposure to ultra violet radiations cause inflammation of the skin. Sun poisoning can result in permanent damage if not treated. Overexposure to the sun’s...

  • What are Ingrown Hairs: Get the Facts

    Sometimes hair avoids its normal growth path, curls tightly and digs deeper into the skin, piercing its own follicle or surrounding tissue.  It is usually brought on by incorrect shaving techniques and forceful removal of hair on faces, armpits, genital area and legs. The hair grows into the skin...

  • How Is Hives (Urticaria) Diagnosed?

    Hives are normally diagnosed by performing a detailed physical examination of the idiosyncratic reddish rash. If a patient is suffering from long-term hives, several tests may be done to establish the underlying cause.Acute Hives DiagnosisA general medical practitioner can simply diagnose mild...

Nearest Hospitals

NEW YORK-PRESBYTERIAN HOSPITALl

525 EAST 68TH STREET NEW YORK NY 10021

Head northeast on York Avenue 379 ft
Turn right onto East 68th Street 435 ft
Make a slight left onto NewYork Hospital Drive 104 ft
You have arrived at your destination, on the right

LENOX HILL HOSPITALl

100 EAST 77TH STREET NEW YORK NY 10021

Head northeast on York Avenue 1448 ft
Turn left onto East 72nd Street 2170 ft
Turn right onto 3rd Avenue 1343 ft
Turn left onto East 77th Street 771 ft
You have arrived at your destination, on the left

HOSPITAL FOR SPECIAL SURGERYl

535 EAST 70TH STREET NEW YORK NY 10021

Head northeast on York Avenue 3342 ft
Turn right onto East 79th Street 1127 ft
Take the ramp 404 ft
Merge left onto FDR Drive 797 ft
Take the ramp on the right 158 ft
Continue straight onto FDR Drive 542 ft
Take the ramp 132 ft
You have arrived at your destination, on the right