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Fotios Koumpouras, MD, is an Associate Professor of Medicine (Rheumatology) at Yale School of Medicine, specializing in the diagnosis and clinical care of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). His academic clinical career is centered on SLE, combining clinical research with education. After serving as the medical director at Dr. Manzi's Lupus Center of Excellence at the University of Pittsburgh, he led the formation of the Yale Lupus Program, focusing on patient care, research, and wellness. His research interests include immune tolerance, biomarkers, and new therapeutic targets for lupus. Koumpouras is involved in several clinical trials aimed at advancing treatment options for SLE, including trials on vitamin D and combination therapies for lupus nephritis. He has contributed to major trials such as the BLISS trials that resulted in the approval of belimumab for SLE treatment. As part of the Lupus Clinical Investigators Network, he collaborates on innovative research to improve lupus therapies and outcomes for patients.
Yale School of Medicine • New Haven, CT
Specializes in the diagnosis and management of systemic lupus erythematosus and related disorders.
Yale Lupus Program • New Haven, CT
Leads a dedicated team focused on SLE care and research.
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