Wilma Bergfeld, MD
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
- Appointment:
- 216.444.5725
- Desk:
- 216.444.5729
- Fax:
- 216.231.5448
Additional Locations
Anatomic Pathology
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
9500 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44195
Directions
- Appointment:
- 216.444.5725
- Desk:
- 216.444.5729
- Fax:
- 216.231.5448
Treatment & Services
- Cancer Center
- Cosmetic Dermatology
- Cryotherapy
- Dermatopathology
- General Dermatology
- Hair Loss Treatments
- Skin Biopsies
- Skin Examinations
- Skin Screenings
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Actinic Keratosis
- Aging Skin or Painful Skin
- Alopecia
- Alopecia Areata
- Androgen Excess
- Atypical Nevi
- Autoimmune Hair Disease
- Autoimmune Skin Disease
- Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Genital Skin Problems
- Hair Disorders
- Hair Loss
- Hair Loss in Women
- Pigmented Lesions
- Rashes/Red Skin
- Rosacea (Adult Acne)
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Infections
- Skin Lesions
- Skin Tags
- Skin Tumors
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View All PlansAbout Wilma Bergfeld, MD
Wilma Fowler Bergfeld, MD, FACP is Emeritus Director, and past Director and Co-Director of Dermatopathology, Departments of Dermatology and Pathology and Senior Staff Dermatologist Dermatological Research in the Department of Dermatology, Cleveland Clinic. She also is the Director of the Cleveland Clinic’s Dermatopathology Fellowship and Professor of Dermatology and Pathology, Cleveland Clinic Educational Foundation and Associate Clinical Professor, Department of Dermatology, Case Western Reserve University. She has served as a consultant to the Department of Sports Medicine at The Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Bergfeld’s specialty interests include clinical dermatology (hair disorders, androgen excess, photo aging, and cosmetic dermatology) and dermatopathology.
Dr Bergfeld completed her undergraduate work at the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, VA, and is a graduate of Temple University School of Medicine in Philadelphia. She did her dermatology residency at Cleveland Clinic and her Dermatopathology fellowship at Armed Forces of Pathology in Washington DC. She joined the Cleveland Clinic in 1969 as a Clinical Dermatologist, Department of Dermatology and later, after the AFIP Dermatopathology Fellowship in 1972, she was appointed as Head (1977-2007), Dermatopathology, Department of Pathology and in 2007 Co-Director of Dermatopathology, Departments of Dermatology and Pathology and in 2015 Emeritus Director . She has been the Director, Cleveland Clinic’s Dermatopathology fellowship since 1975.
Dr. Bergfeld is a former chair and currently consultant to the FDA Dermatology and Ophthalmology Advisory Committee (1972-current) and a consultant to the Devise advisory committee (2009-current). She is the President elect 2019 American Dermatologic Association, immediate past President of North American Hair Research Society (2011-2016) and Director, World Congress of Hair Research2015 Miami, Co-Director, American Hair Research Society Summit 2018, and past 2008-9 President of the American Society of Dermatopathology, 1992 President of The American Academy of Dermatology and past President of the Cleveland Academy of Medicine, the Cleveland Dermatology Society, the Ohio Dermatological Association, and the Women's Dermatological Society. She has served on the Cleveland Clinic’s Board of Governors and Board of Trustees (1992-97), and was the President of the Cleveland Clinic Staff (1990).
Since 1977, she has been a member and the Chair (1990-current) of the Cosmetic Ingredient Expert Panel, an expert panel that determines the safety of cosmetic ingredients. She holds an honorary membership in the American Academy of Dermatology, Women’s Dermatology Society, the Cleveland Dermatology Society, Ohio Dermatological Society, Pacific Dermatologic Association the Canadian Dermatology Society and the Italian Dermatology Society.
In 1996, she received the Women's Dermatological Association Rose Hirschler Award honoring an outstanding physician who has contributed to medicine and dermatology while enhancing the role of women in the Dermatology. She is also the recipient of the American Academy of Dermatology's prestigious Marion B. Sulzberger Award in 1997 and AAD Golden Triangle Award 2000 for Community Service. In 2000, she was the first recipient of the Wilma F Bergfeld MD Leadership Award, awarded by the Women’s Dermatology Society. In 2005, the Cleveland Academy of Medicine honored her the “John Budd, MD, Distinguished Member Award. The American Society Dermatopathology in 2007 awarded her the prestige’s “Founders Award” and she was elected 2009 President of the American Society of Dermatopathology. In 2008 she was awarded Maria Duran leadership award and medal by the International Society of Dermatology and in 2010; she received the Samuel J Zakon Dermatology History Award from the Dermatology History Society. The American Academy of Dermatology awarded her 2012 Master of Dermatology Award. In 2014, she received the Elston B. Helwig MD, Memorial Award and Lectureship from American Society of Dermatopathology.
Her American Academy of Dermatology volunteer activities have included: Chair, Council of Communications and longtime member of the communications committee, original member and long term member of “Dialogues in Dermatology,” Chair of the Scientific Council (annual meeting committee), Chair of the Volunteer Circle: “Members Making a Difference.” She has also served on several AAD and Women’s Dermatology Society Visionary Committees. Dr Bergfeld has received many AAD Presidential citations that have included Leadership in AAD Communications and The Volunteer Circle. Since 1995, she has been cited in “Best Doctors in America,” “Top Doctors,” “Top Pathologist,” and in numerous Who’s Who publications.
Dr Bergfeld is the author of over 632 publications, 4 books and 82 book chapters. She has served on many editorial journal boards and has been a reviewer in the both her professional fields of clinical dermatology and dermatopathology. Other activities include consultant/scientific adviser to many pharmaceutical companies.
On a personal note, Dr Bergfeld is married to John A Bergfeld MD, an internationally known Sports Medicine Orthopedic Surgeon at Cleveland Clinic. She is the mother of two daughters, Onee Bergfeld Lowe (deceased) and Sigrid Bergfeld Grieco and grandmother to five granddaughters.
Wilma F Bergfeld MD Professor of Dermatology and Pathology, Senior Dermatologist, Emeritus Director, Dermatopathology, Director-Dermatopathology Fellowship, Departments of Dermatology & Pathology, Cleveland Clinic, 9500 Euclid, Cleveland, Ohio 44195E-mail: bergfew@ccf.org: Phone: 216-444-5722: Fax: 216-231-5448
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
1969
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
Dermatopathology
North Bethesda,
MD
1972
Residency - Cleveland Clinic
Dermatology
Cleveland,
OH
1968
Internship - Cleveland Clinic
Medical
Cleveland,
OH
1965
Medical Education - Temple University School of Medicine
M.D.
Philadelphia,
PA
1964
Undergraduate - College of William & Mary
Williamsburg,
VA
1960
Professional Highlights
- AAD President, 1992
- Ohio Dermatology Society/Ohio Dermatology Foundation, President
- American Society of Dermatopathology, President 2008
- Academy of Medicine of Cleveland, John Budd, MD Distinguished Membership Award 2005
- Cosmetic, Toiletry and Fragrances Association; Cosmetic Ingredient Review, CIR Panel - Chairman, CIR Committee, 1991- Current
Certifications
- Dermatology - Dermatopathology
Specialty Interests
alopecia, Cosmetic Dermatology, Dermatopathology, General Dermatology, pigmented lesions and melanoma, skin tumors
Awards & Honors
- 2008: Marian Druan, MD Award, International Society of Dermatology (Highest Award)
- 2007 – 2008: America's top Doctor
- 2007 – 2008: Best Doctors in America
- 2007 – 2008: Best Doctors?Cleveland Magazine
- 2007 – 2008: Great Women in the 21st Century, american Biographical Institute
- 2007 – 2008: Empire Who's Who among Executive and Professional Women (Highest Award)
- 2007 – 2008: Northern Ohio Live Magazine Issue "Top Doctors 2005" (cited yearly since 1990)
- 2007 – 2008: National Registry of Who's Who (Life Member)
- 2007 – 2008: Manchester/Cambridge Who's Who Among Executive and Professional Women (Honor's Edition)
- 2007 – 2008: Woman of the Year, American Biographical Institute
- 2007 – 2008: Guide to American's Top Physician, Research Council of America
- 2007 – 2008: America's Cosmetic Doctors and Dentist, Castle Connelly Medical LTD
- 2007 – 2008: Who's Who (Global Directory)
- 2007 – 2008: Guide to American's Top Pathologist (cited as Dermatopathologist)
- 2007: Golden Achievement Award of Cleveland (Physician)
- 2007: Nominee, Master of Dermatology Award - AAD
- 2007: American Academy of Dermatology, Honorary Member
- 2007: Gold Triangle AAD Award, Volunteer Services, Leadership Circle-Voluntarism
- 2007: Founders's Award, American Society of Dermatopathology (Highest Award)
- 2007: President Elect, American Society of Dermatopathology (President 2008)
Memberships
- American Academy of Dermatology
- American Society of Dermatopathology
- Ohio Dermatology Society/ Ohio Dermatology Foundation
- Cleveland Dermatological Society
- American Dermatologic Association - Honorary Derm Society
Research & Publications
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140 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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| Explains | 4.9 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
39 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on May 29, 2025
Dr. Wilma Bergfeld is the absolute dermatologist that my husband and I could have asked for! Other dermatologists do not compare to her knowledge, care of patients. We trust her completely! She's the best!!!!
Reviewed on May 29, 2025
The doctor was very helpful and attentive towards my problem.
Reviewed on May 29, 2025
I wish I could give her a rating of 6 for Excellent for all seven questions.
Reviewed on Apr 30, 2025
Dr. Bergfeld is a wonderful and caring doctor.
Reviewed on Apr 30, 2025
Dr Bergfeld is very knowledgeable and an excellent physician. She cares about patients and makes them feel valued
Reviewed on Apr 30, 2025
Dr.Bergfeld is the BEST! I've been going to her for years.
Reviewed on Apr 16, 2025
Dr. Wilma Bergfeld is an extremely caring, compassionate and kind physician. She is also an extraordinary dermatologist.
Reviewed on Apr 15, 2025
She is a great doctor and an I always appreciate our visits!!
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2025
Both Doctor "B's" were very thorough both in their examination and explanation
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2025
Dr. Bergfeld has been able to treat my condition when three other providers did not know how to treat it. She is most definitely an expert in her field.
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2025
Best dr on the planet! I have seen her for almost 20 years and hope she never leaves!
Reviewed on Feb 27, 2025
Dr. Bergfeld Is a wonderful doctor and person! She is personally involved in my care, and I have much respect and faith in her as my doctor!
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2025
Dr. Bergfeld was completely wonderful. She explained things at my visit very well and made sure that I understood everything. I would highly recommend Dr. Bergfeld without question.
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2025
I have been going to Dermatology for decadesIt is an outstanding department. I have been lucky to be.able to go to Dr. Bergfeld who is so kind and understanding. She always considers my input on my skin and hair problems
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2025
Dr. Bergfeld is the absolute best doctor. She always provides excellent care and is very kind.
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2025
Dr. Bergfeld is extremely knowledgeable and an amazing doctor.
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2025
Dr Wilma Bergfeld is THE BEST!
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2025
Dr Bergfeld and her Team work well together
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2025
Dr Bergfeld is excellentkind, attentive and knowledgeable.
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2025
Again - A plus to Dr. Bergfeld.
Reviewed on Oct 10, 2024
Dr.Bergfeld is the best. I've been seeing her for years. Her skin diagnosis knowledge is always "spot on". She also cares about you as a person.
Reviewed on Oct 10, 2024
Dr. Bergfeld is the best doctor. She truly cares & shows concern. Extremely helpful & answers all my questions. Absolute wonderful Doctor!!!
Reviewed on Oct 9, 2024
Dr B and her team are great!
Reviewed on Oct 7, 2024
Dr. Bergfeld has been taking care of me for 30+ years.she is very caring - excellent doctor.
Reviewed on Oct 2, 2024
Dr. Wilma Bergfeld has been my dermatologist for MANY years!!!
Reviewed on Oct 2, 2024
Dr bergfeld is always very accommodating
Reviewed on Oct 2, 2024
Dr.Bergfield is a wonderful physician I have been seeing her for 20 years. I have a lot of respect for her.
Reviewed on Sep 20, 2024
Dr. Bergfeld is always amazing! I hope she never retires or leaves CC. She has a sense of warmth and genuine compassion and care for her patients that is unmatched.
Reviewed on Sep 9, 2024
Dr. Bergfeld has always been knowledgeable and very respectful. I consider it a privilege to have her has my dermatologist.
Reviewed on Sep 9, 2024
I have been a patient of Dr. Bergeld for more than 20 years. She is an excellent physician on whom I rely for trusted medical advice. I am so lucky to have her managing my care!
Reviewed on Sep 5, 2024
I have been going to Dr. Bergfeld for about 30 years. Even though it is a 2 hour drive to get to the Cleveland Clinic, I feel it is well worth the trip. Dr. Bergfeld is attentive and always takes good care of me.
Reviewed on Aug 28, 2024
As always, Dr. Bergfeld shows concern, listens and offers her expertise! She has great concern for her patients.
Reviewed on Aug 28, 2024
All doctor staff is excellent.
Reviewed on Aug 28, 2024
I have been a patient of Dr Bergfeld for over 40 years. She is kind, knowledgeable & interested in feedback. She is aware of my medical history & communicates with my other doctors who are at UH as needed. She always spends time with me & listens to any concerns, addressing them fully. I have been fortunate to be under her care for all these years.
Reviewed on Aug 28, 2024
Dr. Bergfeld is a kind, compassionate practitioner who allows listens and takes the time you need to address your concerns. She looks st the complete medical history and provides exceptional care. She Is wonderful.
Reviewed on Aug 16, 2024
Dr. Bergfeld is the best in her field. She is so knowledgeable and is going the extra mile of reviewing the original slide for an accurate diagnosis.
Reviewed on Jul 3, 2024
Good. Dr. Wilma Bergfeld is wonderful! I've been seeing her for years . I trust her judgement and expertise in my care. I feel very comfortable with her and her team.
Reviewed on Jun 28, 2024
I have been seeing Dr. Bergfeld for more than 20 years and I adore her! She is an excellent physician who always offers me the best care and advice.
Reviewed on Jun 27, 2024
Dr. Bergfeld and her staff were very caring and kind. I feel there is real concern for my health!