About Dr. Qiblawi
A board-certified dermatologist combining academic excellence, surgical expertise, and genuine compassion for patient care.
Dr. Sultan Qiblawi
MD, MBA, FAAD · Board-Certified Dermatologist
Dr. Sultan Qiblawi is a board-certified dermatologist and the founder of Summit Dermatology PLLC, serving patients across southeast Michigan at our Southgate office. He brings a rare combination of clinical excellence, academic distinction, and genuine compassion to every patient encounter.
Dr. Qiblawi completed his medical education at Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, where he graduated with the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) honors — a distinction reserved for those in the top of their class who demonstrate outstanding scholarship and leadership. Recognizing the importance of healthcare leadership and practice management, he simultaneously earned his Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Eli Broad College of Business at MSU.
He completed his internship year at Scripps Mercy Health before pursuing his dermatology specialty training at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, one of the nation's top academic dermatology programs. There, he trained across the full spectrum of medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology under nationally recognized faculty.
Dr. Qiblawi is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology (FAAD) and a proud member of the Gold Humanism Honor Society — an honor that reflects his commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care. He believes that the best medicine happens when clinical expertise is paired with genuine empathy and clear communication.
At Summit Dermatology, Dr. Qiblawi's mission is simple: to provide every patient with the highest quality dermatologic care in a welcoming environment where they feel heard, respected, and well-cared for.
Education & Training
Doctor of Medicine (AOA Honors)
Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
Master of Business Administration
Eli Broad College of Business, Michigan State University
Internship Year
Scripps Mercy Health
Dermatology Residency
University of Wisconsin–Madison
Honors & Memberships
Fellow, American Academy of Dermatology
The highest professional credential in dermatology
Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society
Medical school honor society recognizing academic excellence
Gold Humanism Honor Society
Recognizing compassion, integrity, and excellence in patient care
Peer-Reviewed Publications
Dr. Qiblawi has authored and co-authored 21 peer-reviewed publications spanning clinical dermatology, AI in medicine, oncology, and biomedical science.
Validation of the Dermatologic Complexity Score for Dermatologic Triage
Diagnostics. 2025;15(21):2765.
Response to Luo et al, "Transparent Reporting of Generative AI Use in Systematic Reviews"
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. 2025;93(3):e119.
Managing Skin Cancer in Solid Organ Transplant Recipients: Ethical Considerations
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. 2025;93(6):1667–1668.
Prevalence of Poor Outcomes in Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma by AJCC and BWH Tumor Stages: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. 2025;92(5):1064–1071.
The Digital Dermatologist: Why Physicians Should Embrace Coding Skills in the Modern Era
Practical Dermatology. 2024.
Hidradenocarcinoma: A Case Series From the Scripps Clinic With a Systematic Review of the Literature
Dermatologic Surgery. 2024;50(6):507–511.
Leveraging OpenAI's Advanced Data Analysis Tool in Dermatology: Opportunities and Challenges
Journal of Investigative Dermatology. 2024;144(8):1879–1882.
ChatGPT and Generative Artificial Intelligence in Mohs Surgery: A New Frontier of Innovation
Journal of Investigative Dermatology. 2023;143(11):2105–2107.
Denosumab-Induced Alopecia Areata with Lichenoid Eruption
JAAD Case Reports. 2021;17:9–11.
Sunscreens: UV Filters to Protect Us — Part 2: Increasing Awareness of UV Filters and Their Potential Toxicities to Us and Our Environment
International Journal of Women's Dermatology. 2021;7(1):45–69.
Sunscreens: UV Filters to Protect Us — Part 1: Changing Regulations and Choices for Optimal Sun Protection
International Journal of Women's Dermatology. 2021;7(1):28–44.
Apremilast as an Adjuvant Therapy for Calcinosis Cutis
JAAD Case Reports. 2019;5(10):874–876.
A Mixed Valence Copper Coordination Polymer with a New Highly Self-Penetrated Topology
Inorganic Chemistry Communications. 2018;95:61–66.
Polyglutamine Length-Dependent Toxicity from α1ACT in Drosophila Models of Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 6
Biology Open. 2016;5(12):1770–1775.
Ribbon and Self-Penetrated Hybrid Copper Molybdates with Ancillary Bis(4-pyridylmethyl)piperazine Ligands
Zeitschrift für anorganische und allgemeine Chemie. 2016;642(20):1152–1157.
Control of Water Molecule Aggregations in Copper 1,4-Cyclohexanedicarboxylate Coordination Polymers Containing Pyridyl–Piperazine Type Ligands
Journal of Molecular Structure. 2014;1058:163–172.
Influence of Geometric Isomerism within Dipyridylamide Coligands on Topology of Copper Adipate Coordination Polymers, Including a New Simple Self-Penetrated Network
Inorganica Chimica Acta. 2014;423:298–306.
Synthesis, Structure, and Magnetic Properties of a Layered Copper Molybdate with 3-Pyridylnicotinamide Coligands
Inorganica Chimica Acta. 2014;413:115–120.
Chain, Layer, and Self-Penetrated Copper Dipyridylamine Coordination Polymers with Conformationally Flexible Ring-Based Dicarboxylate Ligands
Inorganica Chimica Acta. 2013;407:297–305.
Divalent Copper trans-1,4-Cyclohexanedicarboxylate Coordination Polymers with Isomeric Dipyridylamide Ligands: New Pillared and Self-Penetrated Binodal Networks
CrystEngComm. 2013;15(44):8979–8988.
catena-Poly[[aquabis[N-(pyridin-3-yl)isonicotinamide-κN¹]copper(II)]-μ-fumarato-κ²O¹:O⁴]
Acta Crystallographica Section E: Structure Reports. 2012;68(12):m1514.
Putting Patients First, Always
Summit Dermatology was built on the belief that every patient deserves expert, compassionate, and accessible skin care.
Academic Excellence
AOA honors, world-class residency training, and continuous commitment to evidence-based medicine.
Genuine Compassion
Gold Humanism Honor Society membership reflects Dr. Qiblawi's deep commitment to empathetic care.
Accessible & Responsive
Conveniently located in Southgate with a team that truly values your time and your health.
Advanced Technology
Combining the latest dermatologic techniques with the efficiency and insight of an MBA-trained physician.
Ready to Meet Dr. Qiblawi?
Call our Southgate office to get started with personalized dermatologic care. We're here Monday through Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM.