Dr. Ilya Shoimer

4.9 ( 103 reviews )

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Ratings for Dr. Ilya Shoimer

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I had Mohs surgery for skin cancer on my forehead. Dr Shoimer is an excellent surgeon! His nurses were competent, helpful and caring. The whole experience was a very positive one. My healing scar is exactly as Dr Shoimer predicted. I highly recommend him. He is amazing.

Submitted May 1, 2024

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Dr. shoimer and the staff are an amazing team! They communicate, do what they say they are going to do, an exceptional service that you will be happy to receive. There was very little waiting ,(10 min), they gave me a private room, (confidential) they whole team comes together to provide exceptional service, they are trained, helpful, knowledgeable, on time and exceptionally quick.

Submitted May 1, 2024

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I had the mho's surgery on March 25th. The expertise, the hospitality, and the surgery was excellent. The surgeon was absolutely excellent and was able to take care of everything for me, The staff, his assistants, were great. I highly recommend this surgeon to anyone.

Submitted May 1, 2024

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Pre-op visit and surgery on 5 March from a referral for squamous cell carcinoma. All went smoothly and the incision has completely healed. Thx to the professional team and surgeon.

Submitted April 4, 2024

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I had a terrific experience with Dr. Shoimer. He was kind, compassionate, knowledgable and kept me informed throughout the entire process.

Submitted Feb. 27, 2024

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First timer with some skin cancer. Kinda squeamish about this stuff. Don’t think I could have asked for a better experience!

Submitted Feb. 27, 2024

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Excellent care during my visit for surgery using the Mohs Micrographic technique.
Very professional and explained everything about the procedure with mNy opportunities to ask questions.

Submitted Feb. 27, 2024

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Very good experience. This was my first experience with this procedure to remove a skin cancer lesion.
Doctor Shoimer was professional and well experienced. I would recommend

Submitted Feb. 27, 2024

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Dr Shoimer has performed an excellent surgery with little or no scar. This is the second surgery he has performed on me with excellent results.

Submitted Feb. 27, 2024

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Dr Shoimer was thorough and very professional. He took the time to address all my questions and at no time did I feel rushed. His nurse was outstanding and very knowledgeable. She also was very caring.

Submitted Feb. 14, 2024


Dr. Ilya Shoimer's Credentials

Accepting New Patients

Yes, this doctor is accepting new patients

Biography

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.

Languages

  • English

Education

  • University of Calgary
  • McMaster University
  • University of Toronto

Other Specialties

Areas of Expertise

  • Skin cancer