Leadership
Rebecca Hartman, MD, MPH joined the MRF Board of Directors in January 2025. Dr. Hartman is dedicated to patient care, clinical innovation, research and education with a focus on skin cancer, including melanoma and keratinocyte carcinomas (KCs, basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas). She presently spends time in outpatient clinical activities as well as clinical research, education and administration. Dr. Hartman currently has clinical sessions at Dana Farber Cancer Institute (“DFCI”) and the VA Boston Healthcare System (“VABHS”). At DFCI, she specializes in melanoma and care for melanoma patients referred regionally, nationally and internationally. At VABHS, she sees a high-risk skin cancer population. She also serves as the Director of Melanoma Epidemiology at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. In this role, Dr. Hartman conducts research and serves as a resource for trainees and colleagues with melanoma research questions. She is also involved in leadership at VABHS, serving as Chief of the Dermatology Section. This role also has an educational component and she ensures residents at all three Boston dermatology residency programs have a strong clinical and educational experience at VA Boston. She has been actively involved with the MRF’s Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC) and the Dermatology Alliance Council (DAC). Her dedication to melanoma research is evident as she received a Career Development Award for her research on the “Impact of Covid-19 on Melanoma Patients.” Michelle Henry, MD, FAAD joined the MRF Board of Directors in January 2025. Dr. Henry is a board-certified dermatologist and dermatologic surgeon renowned as an international speaker, trainer and author. She is the CEO and founder of Skin & Aesthetic Surgery of Manhattan and the founder of The Henry Research Group. Dr. Henry also serves as a Clinical Instructor of Dermatology at Weill Cornell Medical College. She completed her dermatology residency at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City, where she served as Chief Resident, followed by a fellowship in cutaneous oncology, Mohs Micrographic and reconstructive surgery at Harvard Medical School. Her clinical focus includes high-risk skin cancer treatments, cosmetic surgery, hair loss solutions and skin rejuvenation techniques, particularly for diverse skin types. Dr. Henry has been featured in notable publications such as Harper’s Bazaar , The Cut, Byrdie and Coveteur. She has authored numerous articles and book chapters on skin cancer treatment and surgery, aesthetic treatments for diverse skin tones and innovative hair restoration techniques. Dr. Henry is also currently an on-air contributor for The TODAY Show . In addition to conducting FDA clinical trials, Dr. Henry serves as the U.S. consulting dermatologist for Kiehl’s and is a member of the product validation board at L’Oreal. She is a distinguished fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, American Society of Dermatologic Surgery and American College of Mohs Surgery. Dr. Henry is actively involved in the medical and aesthetic community, serving on the ASLMS Task Force, Elle Advisor Board and Self Advisory Board. Her commitment to holistic care integrates the latest advancements in technology and scientific research to provide her patients with effective and cutting-edge solutions, ensuring optimal outcomes and patient satisfaction. She was critical in helping establish the MRF’s Skin of Color Institute. In 2022, the MRF was honored to recognize Dr. Henry at the 21st Annual New York Gala with the Excellence in Prevention and to have her leadership as a Gala Co-Chair for the 2023 and 2024 events. Patty Pophal joined the MRF Board of Directors in January 2025. Patty is a Senior Accountant at KMSH, an accounting firm in Beachwood, Ohio. She has extensive experience providing accounting and tax services to small privately held companies and individuals. She is a graduate of Notre Dame College of Ohio with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Accounting. Patty has been involved with the MRF since 2017. Her daughter, Grace, was diagnosed in 2015 with Stage IV melanoma. Grace was an Ohio State University swimmer and graduate. She was always active and wanted to participate in a walk when she was well enough. She found the Miles for Melanoma event after a donation was made on her behalf. The family then formed Team Grace, and traveled to Columbus, Ohio with the largest team and funds raised for the event. Patty requested the event be moved to Cleveland and has chaired the event since 2018. Today, nationally, Cleveland ranks #1 in attendance and funds raised. Sadly, Grace lost her battle with melanoma on July 7, 2023. Patty continues her involvement with the MRF as chair of the Miles event, additionally helping to make connections within the medical community in Cleveland, Ohio.
Rebecca Hartman, MD, MPH
Michelle Henry, MD, FAAD
Patty Pophal
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