Dr. Shah – Expert in Skin Cancer & Reconstructive Surgery
Dr. Shah is a dual board-certified dermatologist and micrographic dermatologic surgeon with a dedicated focus on skin cancer treatment, Mohs surgery, and reconstructive procedures following skin cancer removal. With a commitment to delivering world-class, patient-centered care, she founded Clarus Dermatology in 2012, which has since grown from a single clinic to six locations across Minnesota, ensuring timely access to advanced dermatological treatment for patients throughout the region.
Expertise & Treatment Approach
Dr. Shah is deeply committed to early skin cancer detection, effective treatment, and precision reconstructive surgery. Her approach integrates cutting-edge technology with personalized care, ensuring optimal cosmetic and medical outcomes for every patient.
✔ Mohs Micrographic Surgery – A highly specialized, tissue-sparing procedure for precisely removing skin cancer while preserving as much healthy tissue as possible.
✔ Advanced Reconstructive Surgery – Expertise in post-cancer reconstructive procedures to restore both function and natural appearance after skin cancer treatment.
✔ Comprehensive Skin Cancer Care – From prevention and early diagnosis to advanced surgical techniques, Dr. Shah provides evidence-based, compassionate care tailored to each patient’s needs.
Leadership & Professional Involvement
As a leader in dermatologic surgery, Dr. Shah is actively involved in medical education, research, and professional advocacy. She has held key leadership roles in shaping the standards of dermatologic care in Minnesota and beyond.
📌 Fellow of the American Society for Mohs Surgery
📌 Diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology
📌 Member of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)
📌 Past President of the Minnesota Dermatological Society
📌 Past President of Doctors for the Practice of Safe and Ethical Aesthetic Medicine
Education & Academic Excellence
Dr. Shah graduated from the University of Minnesota Medical School in 2007, where she was inducted into the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. She then completed her dermatology residency at the Mayo Clinic, following an internship in internal medicine.
Before medical school, Dr. Shah earned departmental honors in Biology at Ursinus College, where she graduated magna cum laude. She is a proud member of:
📌 Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society
📌 Tri-Beta Biological Honor Society
📌 Sigma Xi Research Honor Society
Personal Interests & Philosophy
Outside of her clinical work, Dr. Shah enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, cooking, and skiing. Her treatment philosophy revolves around compassionate, individualized care, ensuring that each patient receives the most effective, minimally invasive treatment options available.