Dr. Susan Shimomaye, MD


Physician
Dermatology

Specialty

Mohs Surgery


Dermatologist Medical Group of North County
1200 Garden View Rd.
Suite 108
Encinitas, California 92024
For an appointment, call (760) 758-5340
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Medical Expertise of Dr. Susan Shimomaye, MD

Dr.Shimomaye specializes in medical and surgical dermatology with expertise in the use of Mohs surgery for the treatment of skin cancer.

About Dr. Susan Shimomaye, MD

Dr. Susan Shimomaye, MD is a board-certified dermatologist providing care to patients in the San Diego area at Dermatologist Medical Group of North County (DMG).

Dr. Shimomaye also serves as Assistant Clinical Professor of Dermatology at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD)

Patient Education Resources

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What are the possible treatments for my actinic keratoses?
Actinic keratoses (AKs) are precancerous skin lesions that can develop into squamous cell carcinoma, a type of skin cancer. Treatment options for AKs include:Cryotherapy: This procedure involves freez...

Education & Training

Dr. Shimomaye received her undergraduate biology degree and her medical degree at UCLA. She completed a three year internal medicine residency in Los Angeles and a three year dermatology residency at U.C. Irvine.

Professional Affiliations

Dermatologist Medical Group of North County

DMG specializes in the full spectrum of medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology, including Mohs micrographic surgery and Xoft brachytherapy, which are considered the most effective treatments for common types of skin cancer. Patients are often prescribed new medications as soon as they become available, and all offi ces are outfi tted with the newest equipment. DMG offers light and laser therapy and cosmetic treatments, including Botox, fi llers, intense pulsed light, laser hair removal, microneedling, and peels.