Matthew Zirwas, MD is a board-certified dermatologist at Bexley Dermatology in Ohio and a
nationally recognized expert in contact dermatitis, chronic pruritus, atopic dermatitis and
seborrheic dermatitis. With more than 20 years of experience, his clinical and research interests
focus on improving the diagnosis and treatment of complex inflammatory and itchy skin
conditions and translating scientific findings into practical patient care. Dr. Zirwas has authored
more than 200 peer-reviewed publications, participated as an investigator in over 80 clinical
trials and co-authored the seventh edition of Fisher's Contact Dermatitis. He earned his
undergraduate and medical degrees and completed his dermatology residency at the University
of Pittsburgh. He previously held faculty appointments at the University of Pittsburgh and The
Ohio State University, where he served as Dermatology Residency Director for nearly a decade,
before founding Bexley Dermatology Research.