Dr. Abigail Cline, MD

Dr. Abigail Cline is a distinguished dermatologist specializing in complex medical dermatology, with a particular focus on psoriasis, skin of color, telehealth, and patient adherence. She obtained her doctorate in medicine from the Medical College of Georgia, completed her internship in Internal Medicine at the Medical College of Georgia, and undertook a research fellowship in patient adherence and psoriasis at Wake Forest Baptist Health. Dr. Cline completed her dermatology residency at New York Medical College, where she served as Chief Resident.

Professional Associations Dr. Cline is an active member of several professional associations, including:

• American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)

Innovation & Research Dr. Cline is a recognized authority in the fields of psoriasis, telehealth, and the treatment of complex medical dermatology disorders. She has authored over 100 peer-reviewed publications and contributed to multiple textbook chapters. Her outstanding research efforts have earned her prestigious fellowships and awards, including recognition from the Lasker Foundation and the Hektoen Grand Prix.

Selected Publications

• Guenin S, Kazemi A, Cline A, Feldman SR, Safai B. Rethinking the Inflammatory Balance in Psoriasis and Atherosclerosis. J Drugs Dermatol. 2023 Aug 1;22(8):832-834. doi: 10.36849/jdd.7082. PMID: 37556517.
• Cline A, Hupart K, Marmon S. Time for 'the change': increasing awareness of the menopause transition in dermatological training and practice. Br J Dermatol. 2024 Jun 20;191(1):134-135. doi: 10.1093/bjd/ljae044. PMID: 38308616.
• Cline A, Jacobs AK, Fonseca M, Marmon S. Teledermatology in the absence of pandemic restrictions: A retrospective analysis of safety-net clinics. JAAD Int. 2023 Feb 21;11:103-105. doi: 10.1016/j.jdin.2023.01.024. eCollection 2023 Jun. PMID: 36969916.
• Balboul S, Kahn J, Tracy A, Peacock A, Cline A. The Application of Dupilumab to Pediatric Patients Aged 6-11yrs with Moderate-to-Severe Atopic Dermatitis Whose Disease is Not Adequately Controlled: The Clinical Data so Far. Drug Des Devel Ther. 2023 May 1;17:1323-1327. doi: 10.2147/DDDT.S281626. eCollection 2023. PMID: 37152103.

Personal Interest Outside of her professional career, Dr. Cline is an avid baker and runner. She is passionate about patient education, often emphasizing the importance of tailored treatment plans and patient empowerment.