Dr. Waqas Shaikh, MD

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Dr. Waqas R. Shaikh, MD, MPH joined Georgia Dermatology Partners in September 2019 as a dermatologist and Mohs micrographic surgeon specializing in skin cancer, reconstructive surgery, and cosmetic dermatology. He completed his dermatology training at the University of Pennsylvania, the oldest and one of the most prestigious dermatology departments in the United States. Dr. Shaikh then undertook a one-year ACMGE-accredited fellowship in Mohs micrographic surgery and cutaneous oncology at MD Anderson Cancer Center, often ranked the nation’s top cancer hospital. Passionate about providing each patient with the highest level of personalized, comprehensive and compassionate care, Dr. Shaikh treats his patients as if he were treating a family member. Dr. Shaikh is member of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), American Society of Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS), and American College of Mohs Surgery (ACMS). Dr. Shaikh has presented at numerous conferences related to skin cancer surgery and has been published in medical textbooks and multiple medical journals, including the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, JAMA Dermatology, Journal of Clinical Oncology, and Journal of the National Cancer Institute. His work has been cited by over 300 medical and scientific publications. Dr. Shaikh lives in Atlanta with his wife and baby daughter. He enjoys spending time with his family, fencing, playing tennis and cooking.