
Mario E. Lacouture, MD
Dermatologist
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Areas of Expertise
My Specialties
- Rash, Itching, Skin Discoloration from Cancer Treatments
- Hair Loss or Thinning in Patients and Survivors
- Nail Infections and Changes During and After Treatment
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About Me
- Director, Oncodermatology Program
- Research Director, Dermatology Service
I am a board-certified dermatologist and have dedicated my entire career exclusively to the care of skin, hair, and nail conditions in people living with cancer. I created the first clinical program in oncodermatology in 2006 in Chicago, and since joining Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in 2009, I have had the privilege of working with colleagues across many disciplines, including medical oncology, surgery, and radiation therapy, with the goal of optimizing cancer care by preventing and treating skin conditions that occur during or after cancer treatments.
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The treatment of cancer has evolved dramatically over the past few decades, and current therapies are generally more effective than what was available before. Despite these remarkable advances, one of the consequences of chemotherapy, surgery, or radiation has been the appearance of side effects that target the skin, hair, or nails. Side effects can be very distressing when they are visible to others and in some cases can impact one’s sense of self or relationships with friends, family, and colleagues. Sometimes, these side effects are associated with symptoms such as itching or pain, which may impair one’s motility and ability to perform everyday tasks. There might also be side effects in the skin or nails that can affect overall health — in these cases, it is very important that they are treated effectively so patients can continue receiving cancer therapy. Close communication with treating oncologists ensures that interventions against side effects do not interfere with the effectiveness of cancer treatments.
Since oncodermatology is an emerging field and new cancer treatments and associated side effects are constantly evolving, research and education are vital components of my work. I am leading clinical trials to better understand, as well as prevent or treat, both short- and long-term side effects of treatment. Through collaborations with oncologists and laboratory scientists, I have published more than 280 scientific articles and books, with the ultimate goal of advancing cancer care through dermatologic health.
A dermatologist is a doctor with special training in skin, hair, and nails.
My Specialties
- Rash, Itching, Skin Discoloration from Cancer Treatments
- Hair Loss or Thinning in Patients and Survivors
- Nail Infections and Changes During and After Treatment
- Oncodermatology in Patients and Survivors
- Preventive Treatments for Skin and Hair Conditions
- Investigational Treatments for Skin and Hair Side Effects
Education
- MD, Javeriana University
Residencies
- Dermatology - University of Chicago
Awards and Honors
- Top Doctors New York Metro Area, Castle Connolly (2023)
- Castle Connolly: America's Top Doctors (2023)
- Everett C Fox Memorial Award, American Academy of Dermatology (2021)
- Larry Kun Memorial Award, Pediatric Brain Tumor Consortium (2018)
- Sabine Kohler Award, International Society of Dermatopathology (2017)
- Castle Connolly: New York Magazine Top Doctors (2014-2021)
- Physician of the Year Award, CancerCare, New York (2012)
- Louise and Allston Boyer Young Investigator Award-Memorial Sloan-Kettering (2012)
- Career Development Award, Dermatology Foundation (2008)
- Zell Scholarship, Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center (2006)
- Kligman Fellowship, Society for Investigative Dermatology (2005)
- Henry W. Menn Memorial Award, The Skin Cancer Foundation (2004)
- Charles B. Huggins Lectureship, The University of Chicago (2004)
Fellowships
- Brigham and Women's Hospital
Board Certifications
- Dermatology
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Clinical Trials
- Clinical Trials Investigated by Dr. Lacouture
- A Phase II Study of Clindamycin and Triamcinolone in People with Glioblastoma to Prevent Skin-Related Side Effects of Tumor Treating Fields
- A Study Assessing Quality of Life in People with Skin Conditions Due to Cancer or Its Treatment
- A Study to Learn More About Skin Reactions to Cancer Immunotherapy

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Visit PubMed for a full listing of Dr. Lacouture’s journal articles. Pubmed is an online index of research papers and other articles from the US National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health.
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Disclosures
Doctors and faculty members often work with pharmaceutical, device, biotechnology, and life sciences companies, and other organizations outside of MSK, to find safe and effective cancer treatments, to improve patient care, and to educate the health care community.
MSK requires doctors and faculty members to report (“disclose”) the relationships and financial interests they have with external entities. As a commitment to transparency with our community, we make that information available to the public.
Mario E. Lacouture discloses the following relationships and financial interests:
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ADC Therapeutics
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Adgero Biopharmaceuticals Inc
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Alabama Dermatology Society
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American Academy of Dermatology
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American Society of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology (ASPHO)
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Apricity Health
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Aptar Digital Health
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AstraZeneca
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Asymmetric Therapeutics, LLC
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Atlantic Canada Oncology Group
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BGB Communications LLC
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Bicara Therapeutics, Inc.
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Deciphera
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DelMar Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
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EMD Serono, Inc
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Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
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GCO Global
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Horizon CME
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Hoth Therapeutics, Inc.
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Incyte
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Innovaderm Research Inc.
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Janssen Research & Development, LLC
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John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
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Johnson & Johnson
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La Fonderie Ressources
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La Roche-Posay
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Loxo Oncology
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Lutris Pharma Ltd.
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MJH Life Sciences
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Michigan Dermatological Society
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NKMax America, Inc.
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NanOlogy LLC
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Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
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Novocure
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OnQuality Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
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Oncoderm LLC
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Patient Resource LLC
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QED Therapeutics, Inc.
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RBC Consultants
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RMEI Medical Education, LLC
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Relay Therapeutics, Inc.
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Repare Therapeutics
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Roche
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Rubedo Life Sciences, Inc.
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Seagen
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Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer
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Takeda Millennium
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Taylor & Francis Group
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The Lynx Group, LLC
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Tyra Biosciences, Inc.
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Uhlig LLC
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Varsona Pharmaceuticals, LLC
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WCG Oncology
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WebMD
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Wolters Kluwer
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eSquared Communication Consulting
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