Ethan Lerner, MD, PhD is a faculty member at Harvard Medical School and conducts research at Mass General Brigham. His research focuses on the neural, immune and epithelial interactions that contribute to skin inflammation and itch. Inspired by his childhood experiences with atopic dermatitis and reactions to insect stings, Dr. Lerner has developed a longstanding interest in understanding the mechanisms underlying itch and inflammatory skin conditions. His laboratory investigates the complex interactions between the nervous system, immune system and skin, with research supported by grants from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Department of Defense.