Ilya Shoimer

Background

About Ilya Shoimer

Dr. Ilya Shoimer is a dual board-certified Dermatologist and Mohs Micrographic Surgeon in Canada and the United States. He previously worked at Queen's University in Kingston, ON where he was a Clinical Associate Professor. He moved back to Calgary in 2018 to establish his Mohs practice. Currently, he works at SERAC and the Richmond Road Diagnostic and Treatment Centre. Dr. Shoimer earned his Doctor of Medicine degree at McMaster University and completed a five-year residency in dermatology at The University of Calgary where he was the chief resident. He completed fellowship training in Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology at the University of Toronto. He is an active member of the Canadian Dermatology Association where he was the Co-Chair of the Resident and Fellows Society. He is a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and American Academy of Dermatology. He is currently the Vice-President for the Canadian Society for Dermatologic Surgery. Dr. Shoimer has been published in numerous peer-reviewed journals, authored a book chapter, and has presented across North America. He has also won numerous awards including the World Congress of Dermatology Feature Poster Award. His research interests include cutaneous malignancies, Mohs and reconstructive surgeries, and physician wellness. He is also passionate about medical education, and was involved in training International Medical Graduates to help reintegrate into the Canadian health care system. He has been involved in the training of medical students, residents, and fellows from various disciplines including dermatology, internal medicine, and oculoplastics.