Katie Shahwan, MD
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NPI Number:
1699193714
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Primary Specialties:
Dermatology, Dermatology Surgery
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Languages Spoken:
English
About Katie
Dr. Katie Shahwan is a board certified dermatologist and fellowship trained Mohs micrographic surgeon. She specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer, as well as advanced cutaneous reconstruction. She regularly publishes on skin cancer, with research interests including high risk squamous cell carcinoma, extramammary Paget disease, cutaneous sarcoma, and reconstructive techniques. Dr. Shahwan also loves to teach, and holds assistant professorships at both the University of North Dakota and The Ohio State University medical schools. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two dogs, exploring Grand Forks, and mentoring the next generation of physicians.
Professional Memberships
American Academy of Dermatology, American College of Mohs Surgery, American Society for Dermatology Surgery, Women's Dermatologic Society
Recognitions
One of eight surgeons across the US selected for the American College of Mohs Surgery (ACMS) “Mohs Surgeons Leading the Future” program
Philosophy of Medicine
The skin is not only the largest organ of the body, it's also the only part of us that we show the world. Receiving a cancer diagnosis is always scary, and learning that you need skin surgery (particularly on the face) can be overwhelming due to concerns about healing and scarring. I love being a Mohs micrographic surgeon, because the Mohs technique has the highest cure rate for these cancers while conserving as much normal skin as possible. I am also trained in advanced reconstructive techniques, which allows me to repair the wounds with excellent cosmetic results. I'm so excited to provide these services at Altru, and I am also looking forward to getting to know my patients and providing them with excellent care both in and out of the procedure room.
Locations
Truyu Aesthetic Center
Awards
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Gold Humanism Honor Society
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Robert Sias Award for Clinical Excellence
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Dermatology Chief Resident
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Top Five Abstract, University of Minnesota Dermatology Research Day
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Magis Star Award
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Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society
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Award for Highest Clinical Sciences GPA, Chicago Medical School
Education
- College
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Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience
University of St. Thomas
St. Paul, MN
- Medical School
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MD
The Chicago Medical School
North Chicago, IL
- Internship
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Internal Medicine Internship
Loyola University Medical Center
Maywood, IL
- Residency
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Dermatology
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
- Fellowship
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Dermatology Clinical Research
Harvard Medical School/Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, MA
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Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Columbus, OH
Publications
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Safety and Efficacy of Oral Benzodiazepines for Periprocedural Anxiolysis: A Systematic Review
Issue #Mar 2, 2022
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Author: Boettler MA, Shahwan KT, Cusick A, Avila C, Carr
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Publisher: Dermatol Surg.
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Mohs micrographic surgery of penile squamous cell carcinoma in situ with urethral extension
Issue #Jan 15, 2022
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Author: Rismiller KP, Shahwan KT, Yu WY, Bordeaux JS, Carr
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Publisher: Arch Dermatol Res.
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Grading of differentiation in cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma: Evaluation of interrater and intrarater reliability
Issue #Dec 15, 2021
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Author: Nash J, Shahwan KT, Chung C, Abidi N, Gokun Y, Pan X, Carr
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Publisher: J Am Acad Dermatol
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07/25/2023
The nurse and the doctor were excellent and very professional.
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07/16/2023
Dr. Shahwan is knowledgeable and very professional. I would recommend her others.
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06/08/2023
Kathryn and her staff were the most professional people that I've experienced medical care with. They were honest about my care procedures and were absolutely the best. I would highly recommend them to anyone I know.
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05/11/2023
Always look forward to this appointment
