Dr. Shakti Sharma, MD
Physician
Dermatology
Specialty
Dermatologic Surgery,
Mohs Surgery
Medical Expertise of Dr. Shakti Sharma, MD
Dr. Sharma's clinical expertise includes Advanced lasers for scarring, rosacea, hair removal, Botox and dermal fillers. Her major interests involve skin cancers, minor surgical procedures involving face and other parts of the body with fine plastic surgical techniques and non-invasive cosmetic rejuvenation techniques.
About Dr. Shakti Sharma, MD
Shakti Sharma MD is a board-certified dermatologist providing care to patients in Toronto, Ontario, Canada at Dr Sharma’s Dermatology & Laser Clinic.
She is a member of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS), American Academy of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery and Canadian Dermatology Association.
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If hair follicles are uniform in size, or if the hair loss is sudden, it is likely to be caused by something other than heredity, like a medical condition, Rogers says.There are a wide range of conditions that can bring on hair loss, with some of the most common being pregnancy, thyroid disorders, and anemia. Others include autoimmune diseases, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and skin conditions such as psoriasis and seborrheic dermatitis, Rogers says.Though there has been a link between menop...
If hair follicles are uniform in size, or if the hair loss is sudden, it is likely to be caused by something other than heredity, like a medical condition, Rogers says.There are a wide range of conditions that can bring on hair loss, with some of the most common being pregnancy, thyroid disorders, and anemia. Others include autoimmune diseases, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and skin conditions such as psoriasis and seborrheic dermatitis, Rogers says.Though there has been a link between menop...
Patient Education Resources
Does the acne on my back and chest require different treatment from the acne on my face?
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
Does the food I eat affect my acne?
There is some evidence to suggest that diet can play a role in the development of acne. Studies have found that a diet high in sugar and processed foods can increase the risk of developing acne. Diets...
There is some evidence to suggest that diet can play a role in the development of acne. Studies have found that a diet high in sugar and processed foods can increase the risk of developing acne. Diets...
Psoriasis Medication Savings & Support
Click on the product image to access medication savings or support services offered by the manufacturer In most cases, this form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the medi...
Click on the product image to access medication savings or support services offered by the manufacturer In most cases, this form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the medi...
What are the best sunscreens?
The best sunscreens are those that provide broad-spectrum protection, which means they protect against both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. They should also have an SPF (sun protecti...
The best sunscreens are those that provide broad-spectrum protection, which means they protect against both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. They should also have an SPF (sun protecti...
What medications are used to treat acne?
There are several medications that can be used to treat acne, including:Topical retinoids (e.g. tretinoin, adapalene)Topical antibiotics (e.g. clindamycin, erythromycin)Topical benzoyl peroxideOral an...
There are several medications that can be used to treat acne, including:Topical retinoids (e.g. tretinoin, adapalene)Topical antibiotics (e.g. clindamycin, erythromycin)Topical benzoyl peroxideOral an...
Education & Training
Dr. Sharma was trained in Dermatology at the University of Toronto and is a Board Certified Dermatologist in both Canada, as a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, and the US, as a Diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology.
After completion of Dermatology residency, she completed a surgical fellowship at Roswell Park Cancer Institute where she trained in the use of Mohs Surgery for the treatment of skin cancer.