About LEADER Research

Academic and Professional Journey

Dr. Lima embarked on his medical journey at the Federal University of Ceará in Fortaleza, Brazil, where he earned his medical degree in 1989. His pursuit of excellence led him to the Harvard School of Public Health in Boston, USA, where he completed his Ph.D. in Immunology in 1995. Later, he obtained double board certification in Dermatology and Clinical Immunology & Allergy in Brazil 2000. At this point, he was a professor of Immunology at the Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina and Universidade Federal do Paraná until 2008. Further honing his expertise, Dr. Lima became a Research Fellow at the Clinical Unit for Research Trials in Skin (CURTIS) at Massachusetts General Hospital, affiliated with Harvard University, in 2008.

In 2010, Dr. Lima joined McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, as an Associate Professor of Dermatology at the Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine. His exceptional leadership skills were recognized, leading to his appointment as the Head of the Division of Dermatology in 2015. By 2020, he had established the LEADER Research Centre, focusing on pioneering research in Allergy and Dermatology.

Innovative Research and Clinical Excellence

Dr. Lima's research interests are deeply rooted in Immunodermatology, with a specific focus on conditions such as Alopecia Areata, Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema), Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Psoriasis, Urticaria (Hives), and Vitiligo. His prolific contributions to the field are evidenced by his publication of over 100 articles in prestigious journals, amassing over 2,300 citations and achieving an h-index of 28. Dr. Lima's Principal Investigator or Sub-Investigator role in over 60 clinical trials underscores his commitment to advancing medical research and patient care.

LEADER Research Centre

Founded in 2020, Lima’s Excellence in Allergy and Dermatology (LEADER) Research Centre embodies Dr. Lima's vision of integrating cutting-edge research with clinical practice. As the Director and Principal Investigator, Dr. Lima leads a team dedicated to exploring innovative treatments and improving patient outcomes in dermatology and immunology.

Continued Impact and Vision

In 2020, Dr. Lima assumed the Associate Clinical Professor of Dermatology role at McMaster University, continuing his impactful work in academia and clinical practice. In 2021, he expanded his contributions to patient care by establishing Dr. Lima’s Clinic, which provides specialized dermatological services.

Dr. Lima has been a proud Associate Investigator at Probity Medical Research Dermatology since 2021, further contributing to collaborative research efforts and the advancement of medical science.

For more detailed information on Dr. Lima's extensive work and contributions, please visit his profile at Probity Medical Research.

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Dr. Lima’s dedication to research and clinical excellence makes him a cornerstone in Dermatology and Immunology. He continually strives to improve patient care and outcomes through this.