Irene Blanco, M.D.

Dr. Irene Blanco is a rheumatologist specializing in autoimmune conditions, especially lupus. Her work focuses on health equity and reducing disparities in care. In addition to training medical students, residents, and researchers, she speaks nationally on topics related to rheumatology and diversity in healthcare. Dr. Blanco sees patients at Northwestern Medicine and is a professor at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

Education

• Albert Einstein College of Medicine (M.D.)
• Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine (Residency)
• Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine (Fellowship)

Certifications

• Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine — Rheumatology

Professional Accolades

• Elected member of the American Society for Clinical Investigation
• Former associate dean of diversity enhancement at Albert Einstein College of Medicine

Affiliations

• Northwestern Medicine
• Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine