Neelam Vashi, MD
Associate Professor
Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine
Dermatology

MD, Northwestern University School of Medicine
BA, Northwestern University



Dr. Neelam A. Vashi is the Founder and Director of the Boston University Center for Ethnic Skin, Director of the Boston University Cosmetic and Laser Center, and an Assistant Professor of Dermatology at the Chobanian and Avedisian School of Medicine. Dr. Vashi received her medical degree from Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine where she was inducted into the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. After her internship in internal medicine at Northwestern University, Dr. Vashi came to the east coast to complete her dermatology residency at New York University (NYU) in the Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology.

Dr. Vashi is a recognized leader in medical and cosmetic dermatology in patients with skin of color. She has written extensively on the approach to cutaneous hyperpigmentation, disorders of pigmentation, and cosmetic treatments of dyschromic disorders. Dr. Vashi is widely published in the peer-reviewed literature, author of several book chapters, and is a frequent lecturer at both national and international dermatology meetings. She has published a new book, Beauty and Body Dysmorphic Disorder: A Clinician’s Guide. In addition, she is lead editor of a new book, Dermatoanthropology of Ethnic Skin and Hair, slated to be published in January of 2017. She has been featured in the media, including Ebony Magazine, Prevention, Web Talk Radio, and Doctor Radio.

As one of the only few in the United States, Boston University’s Center for Ethnic Skin uniquely specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of skin and hair conditions unique to men and women from ethnic backgrounds. This center is led by Dr. Vashi who is specially trained to care for the cosmetic and medical issues unique to individuals with skin of color. She offers a comprehensive and personalized care plan that is individually designed for each patient's color, tone, and texture of skin and hair.

Dr. Vashi’s research interests include a wide variety of topics related to cosmetics and ethnic skin. She currently has many active projects including topics of skin hyperpigmentation, chemical peels, health literacy, and sun protection. She is also the Director of the International Training Program in Cosmetic Medicine in which she trains fellows from around the world in both cosmetics and ethnic skin care. Her most recently published work includes a letter in JAMA Dermatology that analyzed People magazine's World's Most Beautiful list to compare standards of beauty in 1990 with the present day. Dr. Vashi extracted information from the lists for age, sex, race, skin type, hair color, eye color and any visible dermatologic conditions and found what people consider beautiful has changed since the ‘90s.
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The Utility of Oxymetazoline in Reducing Post-Filler Ecchymosis in Skin of Color Patients
03/01/2022 - 03/01/2024 (PI)
The Skin of Color Society




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  1. Manjaly P, Xia E, Allan A, Vinjamuri S, Garza H, Manjaly C, Szeto MD, Eichstadt S, Maymone M, Vashi N. Skin phototype of participants in laser and light treatments of cosmetic dermatologic conditions: A systematic review. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2023 Mar 28.View Related Profiles. PMID: 36977196
     
  2. Manjaly P, Xia E, Allan A, Vinjamuri S, Garza H, Manjaly C, Szeto MD, Eichstadt S, Maymone M, Vashi N. Skin phototype of participants in laser and light treatments of cosmetic dermatologic conditions: A systematic review. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2023 Mar 28.View Related Profiles. PMID: 36977196
     
  3. Burli A, Vashi NA, Li BS, Maibach HI. Allergic Contact Dermatitis and Patch Testing in Skin of Color Patients. Dermatitis. 2023; 34(2):85-89. PMID: 36917532
     
  4. Minkis K, Bolotin D, Council ML, Bar A, Farah RS, Kibbi N, Miest RYN, Orringer JS, Ortiz A, Suozzi KC, Vashi NA, Yoo SS, Albrecht J, Blalock TW, Bruce AJ, Deng M, Desai S, Eshaq M, Fiessinger LA, Ghareeb E, Greywal T, Hebert AA, Hooper D, Hordinsky M, Hu JC, Jibbe A, Joo J, Kelly KM, Kenkare S, Khetarpal S, Kole LCS, Kourosh AS, Kuhn H, Lee KC, Lucas R, Luke J, Mafee M, Mayo TT, Nawas ZY, Olasz Harken EB, Pearlstein MV, Petronic-Rosic V, Robinson CA, Rogge MN, Saikaly SK, Schenck OL, Schlick CA, Shahabi L, Shipp DM, Shive M, Silapunt S, Stratman EJ, Sulewski R, Suggs AK, Tolaymat L, Ward KHM, Weinstein Velez M, Zeichner J, Kang BY, Ibrahim SA, Christensen RE, Anvery N, Dirr MA, Lawrence N, Alam M. Needs and Gaps in Resident Trainee Education, Clinical Patient Care, and Clinical Research in Cosmetic Dermatology: Position Statement of the Association of Academic Cosmetic Dermatology. Arch Dermatol Res. 2022 Dec 03. PMID: 36463367
     
  5. Minkis K, Bolotin D, Council ML, Bar A, Farah RS, Kibbi N, Miest RYN, Orringer JS, Ortiz A, Suozzi KC, Vashi NA, Yoo SS, Albrecht J, Blalock TW, Bruce AJ, Deng M, Desai S, Eshaq M, Fiessinger LA, Ghareeb E, Greywal T, Hebert AA, Hooper D, Hordinsky M, Hu JC, Jibbe A, Joo J, Kelly KM, Kenkare S, Khetarpal S, Kole LCS, Kourosh AS, Kuhn H, Lee KC, Lucas R, Luke J, Mafee M, Mayo TT, Nawas ZY, Olasz Harken EB, Pearlstein MV, Petronic-Rosic V, Robinson CA, Rogge MN, Sachs DL, Saikaly SK, Schenck OL, Schlick CA, Shahabi L, Shipp DM, Shive M, Silapunt S, Suggs AK, Tolaymat L, Ward KHM, Weinstein Velez M, Zeichner J, Kang BY, Ibrahim SA, Christensen RE, Anvery N, Dirr MA, Lawrence N, Alam M. The Association of Academic Cosmetic Dermatology: improving cosmetic dermatology education through collaboration, research, and advocacy. Arch Dermatol Res. 2023 Jul; 315(5):1449-1452. PMID: 36456760
     
  6. Karch J, Maymone MBC, De La Garza H, Vashi N. Lip Fillers: A Cross-Sectional Analysis of Instagram Trends. Dermatol Surg. 2023 Jan 01; 49(1):114-115. PMID: 36533808
     
  7. Trepanowski N, De La Garza H, Goldminz J, Lam CS, Vashi NA. The impact of skin disfigurement in patients with autoimmune connective tissue disorders on quality of life, willingness-to-pay, and time trade-off: A cross-sectional analysis. JAAD Int. 2023 Mar; 10:48-50. PMID: 36636102; PMCID: PMC9829751; DOI: 10.1016/j.jdin.2022.10.008;
     
  8. De La Garza H, Saliba E, Rosales Santillan M, Brem C, Vashi NA. Pityriasis Lichenoides et Varioliformis Acuta as a Complication of COVID-19 Infection. Dermatopathology (Basel). 2022 Jul 05; 9(3):244-250.View Related Profiles. PMID: 35892481; PMCID: PMC9326675; DOI: 10.3390/dermatopathology9030028;
     
  9. Anderson JB, Laughter MR, Hatch J, Patel P, Maymone M, Vashi NA. Shifting the Standard of Beauty: Beginning of the Body Inclusive Model. Cureus. 2022 Jun; 14(6):e25584. PMID: 35785000; PMCID: PMC9249464; DOI: 10.7759/cureus.25584;
     
  10. Karch J, Raja A, De La Garza H, De Jesus Diaz Zepeda A, Shih A, Maymone MBC, Phillips TJ, Secemsky E, Vashi N. Part I Cutaneous Manifestations of Cardiovascular Disease. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2022 Apr 30.View Related Profiles. PMID: 35504486
     
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7 Investigates: Concerning Cargo

WHDH 5/4/2023

Why I Became a Doctor

BU Today 4/3/2023

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Images of darker skin are absent from medical texts. Dermatologists are changing that.

USA Today 12/7/2022

Study Identifies An Increase In Plus-Size Models Across Social Media

Forbes 10/5/2022

Study Identifies An Increase In Plus-Size Models Across Social Media

Forbes 10/5/2022

How the Brazilian bum lift replaced the tummy tuck: Rise of plus-sized models like Ashley Graham and Jordyn Woods is causing surge in demand for plastic surgeries that accentuate curves, study claims

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Here’s Why You’re Getting an Armpit Rash From Deodorant—and What to Do About It

Self 8/3/2022

Study finds the increasing popularity of plus size models in both marketing and on social media

News Medical 7/15/2022

Study finds plus size models a rising presence on social media

Phys.org 7/14/2022

Boston University study finds rising presence of plus-size models on social media could impact demand for plastic surgery

WHDH 7/14/2022

Study shows plus size models changing body image on social media

Boston 25 News 7/14/2022

Do Hair Aging Differences Vary By Race And Ethnicity? Read New Report By Boston University School Of Medicine

Top Wire News 6/14/2022

New study highlights lack of sunscreen options for darker skin tones

Today 5/20/2022

Tinted Sunscreens: Consumer Preferences Based on Light, Medium, and Dark Skin Tones

Medical Research 4/28/2022

Lack of Options for Darker Skin Types Hinder Use of Tinted Sunscreens

Practical Dermatology 4/12/2022

The 12 Best Face Masks For Blackheads, According To A Dermatologist

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Struggling with back acne? Dermatologists share treatment tips

The Today Show 2/16/2022

How Skin of Color Care Centers Are Seeking to Reduce Disparities in Dermatology

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Are All These Diverse Dolls Actually Making a Difference for Kids' Self-Esteem?

Allure 12/31/2021

Race, Ethnicity, Culture All Affect Hair Aging

Dermatology Times 12/22/2021

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Personal Care Insights 11/27/2021

“Why is my hair changing texture and when should I see a professional?”

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Dermatologists concerned by rise in 'DIY facial fillers' during Covid-19 pandemic

Yahoo! News 11/24/2021

Lessons From an Ethnic Skin Center: Awareness of and Respect for Diversity

Medscape 10/8/2021

Hair Aging in Different Races and Ethnicities

Dermatology Times 9/9/2021

Challenging Cases in Skin of Color Patients

Dermatology Times 8/9/2021

Mainstream SkinTok Should Be For Everyone—But BIPOC Aren't Seen

HelloGiggles 3/24/2021

The ethics and future of flattering AR filters

Vogue Business 3/2/2021

When Will You Go Gray? Your Race Matters

U.S. News & World Report 1/26/2021

HEALTH NOTES: Going grey? Blame it on your ethnicity

Daily Mail 1/23/2021

Hair aging differs by race, ethnicity

Medical Xpress 1/21/2021

What to Know About Hair Removal if You Have Psoriasis

Everyday Health 12/10/2020

Is Psoriasis Causing Your Fatigue?

Everyday Health 12/10/2020

How to Manage Psoriasis Flares in Sensitive Areas

Everyday Health 12/10/2020

Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Melanoma Awareness

Medical Research 5/8/2020

Here's Why Your Natural Deodorant Gave You A Rash

SELF 4/8/2020

Victoria’s Secret Models Kept Getting Thinner Over Last 20 Years: Study

New York Post 1/5/2020

Victoria's Secret Models Got Thinner Over 23 Years of Fashion Show, Study Finds

WBUR 1/3/2020

Studies Support Microneedling Efficacy for Acne Scarring

Dermatology Times 11/26/2019

Instagram Bans Filters With ‘Plastic Surgery’ Effect

The Independent 10/23/2019

How to Find the Right Acne Scar Treatment Procedure for You—With or Without Lasers

SELF 9/17/2019

Aging Ethnic Skin — The 411 and Helpful Care Tips

Exhale Lifestyle 9/4/2019

Microneedling helps decrease the appearance of acne scars

News Medical 8/9/2019

Skin Changes From Aging Depend On Genetic Factors, Study Finds

International Business Times 7/29/2019

Young People are Getting Plastic Surgery to Look like Snapchat Filters

PopBuzz 6/24/2019

Promotion to Associate Professor for 18 Medical Campus Faculty

BU Today 6/14/2019

What Constitutes Beauty, and How Is it Perceived?

Plastic Surgery Practice 6/11/2019

FaceTune Created A New Beauty Standard & Here Is How It’s Impacted The World

The Versed 4/30/2019

Does Your Skin Affect Your Mental Health - And Vice Versa? Psycho-dermatology Aims To Find The Connection

Gizmodo 2/4/2019

Does Your Skin Affect Your Mental Health—and Vice Versa? Psychodermatology Aims to Find the Connection

Gizmodo 2/2/2019

Snapchat Dysmorphia: Can I Look Like My Selfie?

Fox News 2/1/2019

How Does Social Media Worsen Body Image Issues?

WBUR 1/28/2019

In Selfie Era, Cosmetic Surgeons Confront ‘Snapchat Dysmorphia’

WBUR 1/25/2019

Selfie Reflection

The Dermatologist 1/3/2019

Selfies Filters Affect Body Image, Says Study

Deecan Chronicles 1/3/2019

"Snapchat Dysmorphia" Has a Lot of Plastic Surgeons Worried

Inverse 12/30/2018

Social media triggering some teens to seek plastic surgery, medical article claims

CBS 17 11/14/2018

Stylized selfies and filtered faces are seen as reality in the age of social media distortion

WTSP Tampa 11/14/2018

In A Powerful Speech About Body Positivity, ‘Riverdale’ Star Lili Reinhart Says We're 'All Imperfectly Beautiful.’

Good 11/13/2018

Selfie Lovers Asking Plastic Surgeons To Make Them Look Like Snapchat Filters

Fashion Observer 10/7/2018

What It’s Actually Like To Have Body Dysmorphic Disorder

The Huffington Post 9/19/2018

Selfies are shifting our definition of beauty

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YouTube: Good for Cat Videos, But Not for Cosmetic Surgery

MedPage Today 8/16/2018

2018 American Academy of Dermatology: Leaders in Giving Recognition
2018 JAMA: Most Talked About in 2017 Article
2017 Boston Medical Center: Provider Recognition for Excellence in Patient Care
2016 Boston University School of Medicine Residency Training Program: Teacher of the Year Award
2016 American Academy of Dermatology: Presidential Citation Award
2016 American Academy of Dermatology: Leaders in Giving Award
2014 Boston University School of Medicine International Graduate Training Program: Teacher of the Year Award
2008 Frances Velay Humanism in Medical Essay Contest: Honorable Mention
2008 Major C.W. Offutt Award: 3rd place
2007 Northwestern University - Feinberg School of Medicine: Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society
2005 Northwestern University - Feinberg School of Medicine: Summer Research Grant
2004-2005 Indian American Medical Association Annual Research Forum: 2nd place
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