Mario E. Lacouture, MD

Mario E. Lacouture, MD

Dermatologist

Titles

Director, Oncodermatology Program; Research Director, Dermatology Service

Clinical Expertise

Dermatologic Side Effects of Cancer Treatment

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Accepted Insurance Providers

Dr. Lacouture accepts the following list of insurance providers. Select your insurance provider to see more details.

Aetna

Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): HMO, EPO PPO, POS, Transplant

Aetna Medicare Advantage (City of NY retirees only, starting 9/1/23)

Payor Type: Medicare/Medicare Advantage
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO

Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program

Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): HMO, PPO

Blue Cross Blue Shield New York

Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO, POS, EPO, HMO

Blue Cross Blue Shield states outside of NY/NJ

Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): HMO, EPO PPO, POS

Blue Cross Health Plus

Payor Type: Medicaid/Managed Medicaid
In Network Coverage Type(s): HMO

Carrum Health

Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): Supplemental

Cigna

Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO, POS, HMO

Connecticare

Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): POS, EPO, HMO

Emblem

Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO, POS, EPO, HMO

Emblem Essential

Payor Type: Medicaid/Managed Medicaid
In Network Coverage Type(s): HMO

Emblem Medicare Advantage

Payor Type: Medicare/Medicare Advantage
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO, HMO

Empire Blue Cross Medicare Advantage

Payor Type: Medicare/Medicare Advantage
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO, HMO, DSN

Empire Essential

Payor Type: Medicaid/Managed Medicaid
In Network Coverage Type(s): HMO

Empire Plan / NYSHIP (Blue Cross/UnitedHealthcare split plan)

Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO

Fidelis

Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): HMO, EPO

Fidelis Managed Medicaid & HARP

Payor Type: Medicaid/Managed Medicaid
In Network Coverage Type(s): HMO

Fidelis Medicare Advantage

Payor Type: Medicare/Medicare Advantage
In Network Coverage Type(s): HMO

First Health

Payor Type: Medicare/Medicare Advantage
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO

Healthfirst

Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): EPO, HMO, PPO, POS

Healthfirst Managed Medicaid

Payor Type: Medicaid/Managed Medicaid
In Network Coverage Type(s): HMO

Healthfirst Medicare Advantage

Payor Type: Medicare/Medicare Advantage
In Network Coverage Type(s): HMO, PPO

Healthsmart

Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO EPO

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield New Jersey (HMO)

Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): HMO

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield New Jersey (PPO)

Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield New Jersey Omnia Tier I (EPO)

Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): EPO

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield New Jersey Omnia Tier II (EPO)

Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): EPO

Horizon Medicare Advantage

Payor Type: Medicare/Medicare Advantage
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO, HMO

Husky CT Medicaid

Payor Type: Medicaid/Managed Medicaid
In Network Coverage Type(s): State Government

Magnacare

Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO, POS, EPO

Straight NJ Medicaid

Payor Type: Medicaid/Managed Medicaid
In Network Coverage Type(s): State Government

Straight NY Medicaid

Payor Type: Medicaid/Managed Medicaid
In Network Coverage Type(s): State Government

Medicare Part A&B (traditional Medicare)

Payor Type: Medicare/Medicare Advantage
In Network Coverage Type(s): Federal Government

Multiplan/Beech Street/PHCS

Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): Supplemental

MVP

Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO/OAP

Non-Participating Plans with Out of Network Benefits

Payor Type: Other
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO, POS, EPO, HMO

NYC Medicare Advantage Plus for City Employees

Payor Type: Medicare/Medicare Advantage
In Network Coverage Type(s): TBD

Oscar

Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): HMO/EPO

Oxford

Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO, EPO

World Trade Center Health Program (WTC)

Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): State Government

Qualcare

Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO, POS, HMO

Tricare

Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO, HMO

UMR

Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO, POS

United Healthcare

Payor Type: Commercial
In Network Coverage Type(s): PPO, POS, HMO

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About Me

Education

MD, Javeriana University

Residencies

Dermatology - University of Chicago

Fellowships

Brigham and Women's Hospital

Board Certifications

Dermatology

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.

Awards and Honors

  • 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)

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Clinical Trials

Research and Publications

Publications on PubMed

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:

  • Adgero Biopharmaceuticals Inc
    Provision of Services
  • American Academy of Dermatology
    Provision of Services
  • American Society of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology (ASPHO)
    Provision of Services
  • Apricity Health
    Ownership / Equity Interests; Provision of Services
  • AstraZeneca
    Provision of Services
  • Atlantic Canada Oncology Group
    Provision of Services
  • BGB Communications LLC
    Provision of Services
  • Bicara Therapeutics, Inc.
    Provision of Services
  • Deciphera
    Provision of Services
  • DelMar Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Provision of Services
  • EMD Serono, Inc
    Provision of Services
  • GCO Global
    Provision of Services
  • Hoth Therapeutics, Inc.
    Provision of Services
  • Incyte
    Provision of Services
  • Innovaderm Research Inc.
    Provision of Services
  • John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
    Intellectual Property Rights
  • Johnson & Johnson
    Provision of Services
  • La Fonderie Ressources
    Provision of Services
  • La Roche-Posay
    Provision of Services
  • Loxo Oncology
    Provision of Services
  • Lutris Pharma Ltd.
    Provision of Services
  • MJH Life Sciences
    Provision of Services
  • Michigan Dermatological Society
    Provision of Services
  • NKMax America, Inc.
    Provision of Services
  • NanOlogy LLC
    Provision of Services
  • Novartis
    Provision of Services
  • Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
    Provision of Services
  • Novocure
    Provision of Services
  • OnQuality Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
    Provision of Services
  • Oncoderm LLC
    Provision of Services (uncompensated)
  • Patient Resource LLC
    Provision of Services
  • QED Therapeutics, Inc.
    Provision of Services
  • RBC Consulting
    Provision of Services
  • RMEI Medical Education, LLC
    Provision of Services
  • Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer
    Provision of Services
  • Takeda Millennium
    Provision of Services
  • Taylor & Francis Group
    Intellectual Property Rights
  • The Lynx Group, LLC
    Provision of Services
  • Tyra Biosciences, Inc.
    Provision of Services
  • Varsona Pharmaceuticals, LLC
    Provision of Services
  • WebMD
    Provision of Services
  • Wolters Kluwer
    Provision of Services
  • eSquared Communication Consulting
    Provision of Services

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