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Dr. Korman's clinical interest is in the diagnosis and management of patients with scleroderma and other related autoimmune connective tissue diseases. He works to provide interdisciplinary care for patients including addressing problems with skin (fibrosis and thickening), blood vessels (Raynaud's...
Dr. Korman's clinical interest is in the diagnosis and management of patients with scleroderma and other related autoimmune connective tissue diseases. He works to provide interdisciplinary care for patients including addressing problems with skin (fibrosis and thickening), blood vessels (Raynaud's phenomenon), gastrointestinal issues (acid reflux, GI motility problems), lung disease (interstitial lung disease, pulmonary hypertension), heart, and kidney problems. He is interested in providing individualized care and is well versed in cutting-edge immunotherapeutics as well symptom-relieving modalities.
Dr. Korman's research program focuses on understanding the cells and processes which cause scarring (fibrosis) and vascular disease (including pulmonary hypertension) in scleroderma. He uses both experimental models of disease and patient samples to better understand the relationship between adipose (fat) cells, blood vessels and scar-forming cells (fibroblasts). The ultimate goal of this work is to better understand why patients have different disease manifestations and to provide personalized treatment approaches.
Certified Specialties
Rheumatology
- American Board of Internal Medicine
Faculty Appointments
Associate Professor
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Department of Medicine, Allergy/Immunology and Rheumatology (SMD)
Credentials
Residency & Fellowship
Fellowship, Rheumatology, McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University. 2012 - 2014
Residency, Internal Medicine, McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University. 2010 - 2012
Internship, Internal Medicine, McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University. 2009 - 2010
Education
MD | Ohio State University College of Medicine.2009
Kim H, Liu Y, Kim J, Kim Y, Klouda T, Fisch S, Baek SH, Liu T, Dahlberg S, Hu CJ, Tian W, Jiang X, Kosmas K, Christou HA, Korman BD, Vargas SO, Wu JC, Stenmark KR, Perez VJ, Nicolls MR, Raby BA, Yuan K
EMBO reports.. 2024 February 25 (2):616-645. Epub 01/19/2024.
Kenney HM, Rangel-Moreno J, Peng Y, Chen KL, Bruno J, Embong A, Pritchett E, Fox JI, Becerril-Villanueva E, Gamboa-Domínguez A, Quataert S, Muthukrishnan G, Wood RW, Korman BD, Anolik JH, Xing L, Ritchlin CT, Schwarz EM, Wu CL
Frontiers in immunology.. 2023 14 :1237498. Epub 08/25/2023.
Shi B, Wang W, Korman B, Kai L, Wang Q, Wei J, Bale S, Marangoni RG, Bhattacharyya S, Miller S, Xu D, Akbarpour M, Cheresh P, Proccissi D, Gursel D, Espindola-Netto JM, Chini CCS, de Oliveira GC, Gudjonsson JE, Chini EN, Varga J
iScience.. 2021 January 2224 (1):101902. Epub 12/07/2020.
Marangoni RG, Korman BD, Allanore Y, Dieude P, Armstrong LL, Rzhetskaya M, Hinchcliff M, Carns M, Podlusky S, Shah SJ, Ruiz B, Hachulla E, Tiev K, Cracowski JL, Varga J, Hayes MG
Arthritis research & therapy.. 2015 May 1917 (1):128. Epub 05/19/2015.
Remmers EF, Cosan F, Kirino Y, Ombrello MJ, Abaci N, Satorius C, Le JM, Yang B, Korman BD, Cakiris A, Aglar O, Emrence Z, Azakli H, Ustek D, Tugal-Tutkun I, Akman-Demir G, Chen W, Amos CI, Dizon MB, Kose AA, Azizlerli G, Erer B, Brand OJ, Kaklamani VG, Kaklamanis P, Ben-Chetrit E, Stanford M, Fortune F, Ghabra M, Ollier WE, Cho YH, Bang D, O'Shea J, Wallace GR, Gadina M, Kastner DL, Gül A
Nature genetics.. 2010 August 42 (8):698-702. Epub 07/11/2010.
Aksentijevich I, Masters SL, Ferguson PJ, Dancey P, Frenkel J, van Royen-Kerkhoff A, Laxer R, Tedgård U, Cowen EW, Pham TH, Booty M, Estes JD, Sandler NG, Plass N, Stone DL, Turner ML, Hill S, Butman JA, Schneider R, Babyn P, El-Shanti HI, Pope E, Barron K, Bing X, Laurence A, Lee CC, Chapelle D, Clarke GI, Ohson K, Nicholson M, Gadina M, Yang B, Korman BD, Gregersen PK, van Hagen PM, Hak AE, Huizing M, Rahman P, Douek DC, Remmers EF, Kastner DL, Goldbach-Mansky R
The New England journal of medicine.. 2009 June 4360 (23):2426-37. Epub 1900 01 01.
Archives of dermatology.. 2007 August 143 (8):1053-7. Epub 1900 01 01.
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Ratings
Care provider's discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)
4.8 stars
Likelihood of recommending this care provider to others
4.8 stars
Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition
4.8 stars
Care provider's efforts to include you in decisions about your care
4.8 stars
Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries
4.8 stars
Patient Comments
5.0 stars
Dr. Korman listens to what I say and never cuts me off. He is excellent in explaining " the whys" in terms I can understand.
Dec 03, 2024
5.0 stars
I saw Dr. Korman. He is highly intelligent, compassionate and concerned about my well being.
Oct 28, 2024
5.0 stars
Dr. Korman is very knowledgeable about my disease and condition. He is very caring and concerned about how I'm doing. He is patient oriented rather than disease oriented.
Oct 19, 2024
5.0 stars
I love that Dr. Korman takes the time to listen to my concerns and answers my questions. I am blessed that he is my Sclero doctor.
Aug 21, 2024
5.0 stars
Dr. Pokorny and Dr. Korman are top notch. Anyone would be fortunate to be their patient
Aug 12, 2024
5.0 stars
Dr. Korman is an excellent Dr. and a very caring person. A very intelligent man. I have recommended Dr. Korman to several people who are now his patients.
Aug 05, 2024
5.0 stars
Excellent positive experience
Jul 13, 2024
5.0 stars
Dr Korman is a very knowledgeable practitioner. He always reviews my options for care and involves me in every step of the process.
Jul 12, 2024
5.0 stars
Dr. Korman is very caring. Kind and concerned about my health. Very informative and explained everything. One of the best doctors I've ever had..
Jun 12, 2024
5.0 stars
I don't know anyone with scleroderma. But if I did, I'd recommend him.
Apr 29, 2024
5.0
Always takes the time to explain changes and why these changes are needed. Asks for my opinion, if I have any other questions and if I wish to proceed.
Dec 17, 2023
5.0
He is an excellent, very good and very kind doctor. He always listen to my health prob. & he always help me.
Nov 08, 2023
5.0
I have recommended Dr. Benjamin Korman to others and they are happy with him, too.
Sep 29, 2023
2.5
He did not even examine me. He sat in his chair and just talked.
Sep 15, 2023
5.0
Dr Korman is very knowledgeable and demonstrates his interest in providing the very best evidenced based care to his patients. He explains treatments very clearly and thoroughly. He is an asset to the practice. There is a team approach to care that benefits the patient. I am encouraged to be an active participant in my own care.
Sep 14, 2023
5.0
Dr Korman was careful to explain his thoughts on how I should move forward and the new medication changes.
Sep 10, 2023
4.6
I'm glad I came here to establish care. My health care has been complicated since having a mild case of covid in January. Looking for answers. Dr. Korman is VERY knowledgeable in my disease process. He explained various scenarios, treatment options, and left the decisions up to me.
Aug 18, 2023
5.0
Dr. Korman always listens to your concerns and patiently listens to your questions/concerns and does not rush you.
Aug 01, 2023
5.0
I am so grateful to have a specialist who understands scleroderma.
Jun 22, 2023
5.0
No provider has ever given me more of his time in understanding me and in explaining my care as Dr. Korman did. The best ever.
May 01, 2023
5.0
Dr Korman is very knowledgeable and explains options for treatments very thoroughly. He encourages patient participation in their care.
Apr 26, 2023
5.0
I have to travel from Syracuse, NY to be seen by Dr Korman. While I was not happy with the unavailability of Rheumatologists in Syracuse, which meant I had to travel to Rochester despite the many hospitals where I live, I am blessed to have connected with such an informed physician . I appreciate his expertise and Information, and now I have no problem traveling to Rochester to see him for my care. Thank you Dr Korman !!
Jan 19, 2023
5.0
Dr. Korman took his time to explain my diagnosis and mgt. Patient education on his part is key. I appreciate it.
Jan 19, 2023
5.0
Dr. Korman is an excellent clinician and really involves me so that I can make decisions about my care. He is pleasant and patient and always addresses my concerns.
Dec 21, 2022
5.0
Dr. Korman has been great. He is very knowledgeable & helpful.
Nov 30, 2022
1.8
I felt that Dr. Korman was very condescending [...]
Oct 21, 2022
5.0
Have already recommended Dr. Korman to my friends who needed his care.
Sep 15, 2022
5.0
Dr. Korman has been fantastic with dealing with my issues with switching medications and insurance restrictions.
Aug 27, 2022
5.0
Dr. Korman is excellent in every way. So to his PA.
Jun 16, 2022
5.0
One of the best communicators for an MD, I have ever had.
May 27, 2022
Dr. Korman is top notch
Apr 02, 2022
5.0
I have absolutely no complaints or concerns regarding Dr. Korman, I trust him completely.
Mar 13, 2022
5.0
I would recommend Dr, Korman in a heart beat to anyone!
Mar 13, 2022
Dr. Korman is a wonderful doctor, extremely informative and very patient with all of my questions/concerns. I have recommended him to several people since I've been under his care.
Feb 19, 2022
4.6
I understand Dr. Korman is busy but I frequently feel he is rushed. [...]
