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Dr. Zaina Rashid, D.O., F.A.O.C.D., F.A.A.D. is a top-ranked dermatologist and Moh’s surgeon, offering state-of-the-art diagnostic and treatment options for patients throughout Phoenix, Mesa, Chandler, Glendale, Gilbert Scottsdale, Peoria, and Tempe. At La Peau Dermatology, Dr. Rashid helps patients of all ages manage an array of skin diseases and conditions, including acne, psoriasis, eczema, shingles, and skin cancer including melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma. Dr. Rashid is recognized as an expert in Mohs surgery, considered the "gold standard" for the treatment of skin cancer. Her expertise enables her to provide a higher standard of care and superior outcomes for patients throughout the Mesa region, making her the preferred choice for patients with all stages of skin cancer.

A fellow of the American Society for Mohs Surgery, Dr. Rashid has been published in numerous medical journals and is an active member of the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Osteopathic College of Dermatology, the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, and the Phoenix Dermatology Society. In addition to seeing patients at her practice, Dr. Rashid is an adjunct clinical professor at Midwestern University and Marian University and a preceptor for Arizona State University, and she lectures widely at medical conferences across the country. Additionally, she frequently consults for the pharmaceutical industry where she shares her expertise with her peers in the industry. A dedicated volunteer, Dr. Rashid has been recognized for her work for the United Nations Health Mission and she is a co-founder of the Refugee Women United for Progress.

Dr. Rashid is committed to providing her patients with the broadest array of state-of-the-art treatment options, and she is one of the first and only providers of PRP (platelet-rich plasma) therapy for natural tissue regeneration in damaged and aging skin. In addition, her expertise in Mohs surgery helps ensure skin cancer patients throughout the Mesa, AZ, region achieve optimal outcomes following skin cancer diagnosis while minimizing the risks of scarring and excessive tissue damage.

Dr. Rashid welcomes new patients and the practice accepts most major medical insurance plans.

Dr. Katerina Warda graduated Magna Cum Laude at the University of Arizona in Tucson, AZ, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology with an Emphasis in Physiology and a minor in Chemistry. She obtained a master’s in biomedical science at Midwestern University in Glendale, AZ. Shortly thereafter, Dr. Warda continued her education at Midwestern and received her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree. During her first year of training, she was inducted into the Sigma Sigma Phi Society. 

After graduation, she completed her internal medicine internship at the State University of New York- Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY. Here, she worked as an intern during the height of COVID, working in the intensive care unit and hospital floors. For this dedication, the department was awarded Department of the Year. 

Dr. Warda completed her dermatology residency at St. Barnabas Hospital Health System affiliated with the Division of Dermatology at Einstein in the Bronx, NY. During her second year of training, she served as Academic Chief Resident and served as Chief Resident her last year. 

During these years of training, she has published peer-reviewed research articles publishing in the Journal of American Academy of Dermatology and the International Journal of Dermatology. She worked melanoma research at Mayo Clinic and NIH granted research in chlamydia.  

Outside of work, she enjoys playing tennis, hiking and going on long walks. She likes to paint as well as complete jigsaw puzzles. Above all, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends especially her three nieces who reside in Phoenix. She is excited to bring her experiences from NY to AZ and continue caring for those in her community. 

Skin Care Specialists, with locations in Mesa, Tempe, and Scottsdale, Arizona, is a premier medical and cosmetic dermatology practice with a team of board-certified dermatologists at the helm. As a physician-owned practice, personalized and patient-centered care sets Skin Care Specialists apart from commercial alternatives. This emphasis on patient-oriented care builds a foundation of trust, fostering a unique relationship between practitioners and their patients.

Skin Care Specialists offers a comprehensive range of services, from routine skin exams and cancer screenings to specialized procedures like cyst removal, and Mohs surgery. 

Beyond essential dermatology services, the practice addresses acne, actinic keratosis, and anti-aging concerns with customized treatments like Botox®, chemical peels, and medical-grade skin care by EltaMD® and SkinBetter Science®. By integrating top-quality products, the practice enhances its cutting-edge dermatological techniques, providing patients with advanced and effective care.

Patient feedback consistently underscores the practice's dedication to maintaining a warm and empowering environment. Renowned for its personable approach, Skin Care Specialists strives to ensure that every patient experience is both comfortable and satisfying. 

Whether seeking medical attention or exploring cosmetic treatments, Skin Care Specialists is a partner in the journey toward confidence and comfort in one's skin. Experience a dermatological environment where expertise meets genuine care, cultivating skin health that empowers individual confidence and well-being.

Call Skin Care Specialists or use the appointment request tool today! 

Martin (Mike) Nuñez, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist at Skin Care Specialists with locations in Mesa, and Scottsdale, Arizona. While he enjoys all aspects of dermatology, Dr. Nuñez focuses on skin cancer surveillance, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.

Originally from Chicago, Illinois, Dr. Nuñez had a diverse career background prior to becoming a doctor. He is an Army veteran and served as a squad leader while in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. In addition to his military service, he has worked in the business sector as a sales manager and consultant. 

Whether in the Army, the board room, or in patient care, Dr. Nuñez has found that the most important factor in helping people is building great relationships. Building those relationships is what initially drew him to the medical field and what keeps him excited about being a dermatologist. 

Dr. Nuñez received two bachelor’s degrees, one in liberal arts and one in biology, from Northern Illinois University in DeKalb. During his undergraduate training, he made the dean’s list and president’s list, as well as the Phi Beta Kappa honors society, while also completing research in glioblastoma multiforme, an aggressive form of brain cancer. 

After his undergraduate training, Dr. Nuñez completed medical school at the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Chicago. Dr. Nuñez finished near the top of his class, was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha honors society, and was nominated for the Gold Humanism Society. 

After medical school, he completed a year of general medicine training at Indiana University Hospital in Indianapolis and then completed a 3-year dermatology residency at Duke University in Durham, North Carolina.

In his spare time, Dr. Nuñez enjoys getting outside for a hike or run, biking, or just relaxing. He is an avid sports fan, and while his childhood alliance is mostly to Chicago sports teams, he loves catching as many Arizona sporting events as he can.

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Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine

Residency: Duke University, North Carolina

Clinical Focus: Skin Cancer diagnosis, treatment, and prevention

Lloyd Brenden, MD, is a trusted board-certified dermatologist with over 25 years of experience. He works at Skin Care Specialists in Mesa, Arizona, and is dedicated to diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the skin, hair, and nails with a compassionate and personalized approach.

Dr. Brenden is board-certified in both internal medicine and dermatology but focuses exclusively on dermatology to deliver specialized, high-quality care. His expertise includes treating a broad range of dermatological conditions, such as skin cancer, acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, and dermatitis.

A proud Arizona native, Dr. Brenden earned his Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in biology at the University of Arizona in Tucson, where he also played trombone in the marching band. He went on to complete his medical degree at the University of Arizona College of Medicine, followed by an internship and residency in internal medicine at the VA Medical Center in Martinez, California. He further honed his skills with a Dermatology residency at the prestigious University of Michigan in Ann Arbor.

Dr. Brenden is an active member of the American Academy of Dermatology and the Pacific Dermatology Association, staying at the forefront of advancements in his field. His long-standing commitment to the East Mesa area reflects his dedication to improving the health and confidence of his patients.

Outside the office, Dr. Brenden enjoys embracing Arizona’s vibrant culture and natural beauty. 

Heather Hensley, DO, is a board-certified dermatologist dedicated to providing exceptional, compassionate care at Skin Care Specialists in Tempe and Scottsdale. Originally from Tulsa, Oklahoma, Dr. Hensley combines her extensive medical training with a personalized approach to help patients achieve healthier, more confident skin.

Dr. Hensley began her career in healthcare with a master's degree in physical therapy from the University of Oklahoma in Norman and practiced as a physical therapist before pursuing her medical degree. She graduated from Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences in Tulsa, earning recognition as Student Doctor of the Year and an induction into the prestigious Omega Beta Iota honor society.

After completing her internship at Oklahoma State University Medical Center, Dr. Hensley pursued advanced training with a residency in radiology before finding her passion in dermatology. She completed her dermatology residency at PCOM in Atlanta, Georgia, specializing in skin cancer prevention and the treatment of inflammatory skin conditions like psoriasis and atopic dermatitis.

As a sought-after speaker, Dr. Hensley lectures nationally on innovative dermatological treatments and serves as a consultant for CeraVe. She is also an active member of leading organizations, including the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) and the American Osteopathic College of Dermatology (AOCD).

When she's not in the clinic, Dr. Hensley enjoys exploring Arizona's natural beauty with her family and golden retriever, Simon. A lifelong fan of the Oklahoma Sooners, she embraces her roots while bringing her expertise and warmth to the Valley.

Dr. Thosani joined Arizona Center for Cancer Care in 2022 when her practice Modern Dermatology joined the group. With over 19 years of experience in cutaneous oncology and dermatologic surgery, Maya K. Thosani, MD, brings not only her clinical expertise but her light-hearted, compassionate approach to MODERN Dermatology, which has offices in Scottsdale, Arizona near the Shea and Osborn Hospital campuses.

Dr. Maya Thosani did her undergraduate training at Columbia University, except for the semester abroad in Spain where she gained fluency in Spanish. She then attended Rutgers Medical School and was honored to be one of a handful of students elected by her peers and professors to serve in the Gold Humanism Honor Society.

After completing a rigorous internship at New York University’s Downtown Hospital in Manhattan, she remained in NYC completing three years of dermatology residency and served as a Chief Resident at Stony Brook University Hospital. During these 3 years she spent her time divided between University Hospital, the Veterans Affairs hospital, and Memorial Sloan-Kettering (MSK) Skin Cancer Center.

In pursuit of advanced surgical training, Dr. Thosani completed a demanding one-year accredited fellowship in Mohs Micrographic Surgery in Cincinnati under the mentorship of Dr. Brett Coldiron. During this year, Dr Thosani also spent time training at the hospital with plastic surgeons, head & neck surgeons, and oculoplastic surgeons in the operating room. While Mohs micrographic surgeons are not considered “plastic surgeons” – their training overlaps considerably regarding facial reconstruction after surgical removal of cancers. Dr. Thosani’s clinical interests involve cutaneous oncology and the use of dermoscopy as a non-invasive tool for early detection of skin cancer.

She regularly attends the Cutaneous Oncology Tumor Boards at Honor Health and participates in select research studies. She is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, Phoenix Dermatologic Society, and a fellow of the Mohs College. She has done over 15,000 Mohs micrographic surgeries, as well as countless other surgical procedures. She is double board certified in both Dermatology and Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery.

Her personal interests include spending time with her husband and three children. She is passionate about health and wellness – believing that there are many factors that influence our bodies and minds – especially nutrition and movement. She spends a great deal of time cooking and making healthy delicious recipes, going to yoga daily, and traveling with her family and friends. Golf, skiing, biking and hiking are some of the new passions she has been fortunate enough to pursue since moving to the Valley in 2014!

Dr. Maya Thosani truly feels that with the personalized care she provides, coupled with humor and the time she takes to get to intimately know her patients that she can make the greatest difference in their lives.

Dr. Thosani has been blessed to be recognized by Phoenix Magazine as a Top Doc in 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023.

Patient Reviews:

"Everyone at the clinic was amazing. They were kind, professional and attentive . I am so grateful I was referred to Dr. Thosani. She was thorough, very competent, and professional. She listened to me, explained exactly what needed to be done, and allowed for questions and concerns. I would (and have) highly recommend her!!!!!" -Carol

"Dr. Thosani and her medical assistant were wonderful. Dr. Thosani listened carefully and compassionately and recommended an effective, thorough treatment plan as well interventions to prevent other concerns (e.g., skin cancer, signs of aging). I’ll definitely be back to see her." -Heather

Dr. Katerina Warda graduated Magna Cum Laude at the University of Arizona in Tucson, AZ, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology with an Emphasis in Physiology and a minor in Chemistry. She obtained a master’s in biomedical science at Midwestern University in Glendale, AZ. Shortly thereafter, Dr. Warda continued her education at Midwestern and received her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree. During her first year of training, she was inducted into the Sigma Sigma Phi Society. 

After graduation, she completed her internal medicine internship at the State University of New York- Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY. Here, she worked as an intern during the height of COVID, working in the intensive care unit and hospital floors. For this dedication, the department was awarded Department of the Year. 

Dr. Warda completed her dermatology residency at St. Barnabas Hospital Health System affiliated with the Division of Dermatology at Einstein in the Bronx, NY. During her second year of training, she served as Academic Chief Resident and served as Chief Resident her last year. 

During these years of training, she has published peer-reviewed research articles publishing in the Journal of American Academy of Dermatology and the International Journal of Dermatology. She worked melanoma research at Mayo Clinic and NIH granted research in chlamydia.  

Outside of work, she enjoys playing tennis, hiking and going on long walks. She likes to paint as well as complete jigsaw puzzles. Above all, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends especially her three nieces who reside in Phoenix. She is excited to bring her experiences from NY to AZ and continue caring for those in her community. 

Dr. Thosani joined Arizona Center for Cancer Care in 2022 when her practice Modern Dermatology joined the group. With over 19 years of experience in cutaneous oncology and dermatologic surgery, Maya K. Thosani, MD, brings not only her clinical expertise but her light-hearted, compassionate approach to MODERN Dermatology, which has offices in Scottsdale, Arizona near the Shea and Osborn Hospital campuses.

Dr. Maya Thosani did her undergraduate training at Columbia University, except for the semester abroad in Spain where she gained fluency in Spanish. She then attended Rutgers Medical School and was honored to be one of a handful of students elected by her peers and professors to serve in the Gold Humanism Honor Society.

After completing a rigorous internship at New York University’s Downtown Hospital in Manhattan, she remained in NYC completing three years of dermatology residency and served as a Chief Resident at Stony Brook University Hospital. During these 3 years she spent her time divided between University Hospital, the Veterans Affairs hospital, and Memorial Sloan-Kettering (MSK) Skin Cancer Center.

In pursuit of advanced surgical training, Dr. Thosani completed a demanding one-year accredited fellowship in Mohs Micrographic Surgery in Cincinnati under the mentorship of Dr. Brett Coldiron. During this year, Dr Thosani also spent time training at the hospital with plastic surgeons, head & neck surgeons, and oculoplastic surgeons in the operating room. While Mohs micrographic surgeons are not considered “plastic surgeons” – their training overlaps considerably regarding facial reconstruction after surgical removal of cancers. Dr. Thosani’s clinical interests involve cutaneous oncology and the use of dermoscopy as a non-invasive tool for early detection of skin cancer.

She regularly attends the Cutaneous Oncology Tumor Boards at Honor Health and participates in select research studies. She is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, Phoenix Dermatologic Society, and a fellow of the Mohs College. She has done over 15,000 Mohs micrographic surgeries, as well as countless other surgical procedures. She is double board certified in both Dermatology and Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery.

Her personal interests include spending time with her husband and three children. She is passionate about health and wellness – believing that there are many factors that influence our bodies and minds – especially nutrition and movement. She spends a great deal of time cooking and making healthy delicious recipes, going to yoga daily, and traveling with her family and friends. Golf, skiing, biking and hiking are some of the new passions she has been fortunate enough to pursue since moving to the Valley in 2014!

Dr. Maya Thosani truly feels that with the personalized care she provides, coupled with humor and the time she takes to get to intimately know her patients that she can make the greatest difference in their lives.

Dr. Thosani has been blessed to be recognized by Phoenix Magazine as a Top Doc in 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023.

Patient Reviews:

"Everyone at the clinic was amazing. They were kind, professional and attentive . I am so grateful I was referred to Dr. Thosani. She was thorough, very competent, and professional. She listened to me, explained exactly what needed to be done, and allowed for questions and concerns. I would (and have) highly recommend her!!!!!" -Carol

"Dr. Thosani and her medical assistant were wonderful. Dr. Thosani listened carefully and compassionately and recommended an effective, thorough treatment plan as well interventions to prevent other concerns (e.g., skin cancer, signs of aging). I’ll definitely be back to see her." -Heather

Dr. Katerina Warda graduated Magna Cum Laude at the University of Arizona in Tucson, AZ, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology with an Emphasis in Physiology and a minor in Chemistry. She obtained a master’s in biomedical science at Midwestern University in Glendale, AZ. Shortly thereafter, Dr. Warda continued her education at Midwestern and received her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree. During her first year of training, she was inducted into the Sigma Sigma Phi Society. 

After graduation, she completed her internal medicine internship at the State University of New York- Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY. Here, she worked as an intern during the height of COVID, working in the intensive care unit and hospital floors. For this dedication, the department was awarded Department of the Year. 

Dr. Warda completed her dermatology residency at St. Barnabas Hospital Health System affiliated with the Division of Dermatology at Einstein in the Bronx, NY. During her second year of training, she served as Academic Chief Resident and served as Chief Resident her last year. 

During these years of training, she has published peer-reviewed research articles publishing in the Journal of American Academy of Dermatology and the International Journal of Dermatology. She worked melanoma research at Mayo Clinic and NIH granted research in chlamydia.  

Outside of work, she enjoys playing tennis, hiking and going on long walks. She likes to paint as well as complete jigsaw puzzles. Above all, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends especially her three nieces who reside in Phoenix. She is excited to bring her experiences from NY to AZ and continue caring for those in her community. 

Dr. Kwatra grew up in Tampa, Florida and Toledo, Ohio. He attended the University of Florida for college, majoring in History. After completing medical school at Ohio State University, Dr. Kwatra moved to the valley and did an internship in internal medicine at St. Joseph’s Hospital. He returned to Ohio State to train in dermatology.

During his residency at Ohio State, he developed a strong interest in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer. For this reason, Dr. Kwatra underwent additional fellowship training in the surgical treatment of skin cancer using Mohs Surgery at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston. After completing his fellowship, Dr. Kwatra returned to Phoenix to settle permanently. Since then, Dr. Kwatra has treated approximately 35,000 cases of skin cancer with Mohs surgery.

Dr. Kwatra is married to Julie Baskin Kwatra, M.D., an obstetrician/gynecologist. They have two daughters. His parents still live in Toledo but gladly visit the valley regularly during the winter.

Member:

• American College of Mohs Surgery
• American Academy of Dermatology
• American Medical Association
• Phoenix Dermatologic Society
• Maricopa County Medical Society

 

Patient Reviews:

"Very kind. Especially since my surgery was on my face. I was helped to feel at ease that my scars would be minimal and they were there to answer questions should I have any after surgery." -RRJ

"Dr. and entire staff was fantastic, thoughtful and concerned for me and my treatment." -Kidd

Dr. Katerina Warda graduated Magna Cum Laude at the University of Arizona in Tucson, AZ, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology with an Emphasis in Physiology and a minor in Chemistry. She obtained a master’s in biomedical science at Midwestern University in Glendale, AZ. Shortly thereafter, Dr. Warda continued her education at Midwestern and received her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree. During her first year of training, she was inducted into the Sigma Sigma Phi Society. 

After graduation, she completed her internal medicine internship at the State University of New York- Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY. Here, she worked as an intern during the height of COVID, working in the intensive care unit and hospital floors. For this dedication, the department was awarded Department of the Year. 

Dr. Warda completed her dermatology residency at St. Barnabas Hospital Health System affiliated with the Division of Dermatology at Einstein in the Bronx, NY. During her second year of training, she served as Academic Chief Resident and served as Chief Resident her last year. 

During these years of training, she has published peer-reviewed research articles publishing in the Journal of American Academy of Dermatology and the International Journal of Dermatology. She worked melanoma research at Mayo Clinic and NIH granted research in chlamydia.  

Outside of work, she enjoys playing tennis, hiking and going on long walks. She likes to paint as well as complete jigsaw puzzles. Above all, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends especially her three nieces who reside in Phoenix. She is excited to bring her experiences from NY to AZ and continue caring for those in her community. 

Dr. Katerina Warda graduated Magna Cum Laude at the University of Arizona in Tucson, AZ, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology with an Emphasis in Physiology and a minor in Chemistry. She obtained a master’s in biomedical science at Midwestern University in Glendale, AZ. Shortly thereafter, Dr. Warda continued her education at Midwestern and received her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree. During her first year of training, she was inducted into the Sigma Sigma Phi Society. 

After graduation, she completed her internal medicine internship at the State University of New York- Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY. Here, she worked as an intern during the height of COVID, working in the intensive care unit and hospital floors. For this dedication, the department was awarded Department of the Year. 

Dr. Warda completed her dermatology residency at St. Barnabas Hospital Health System affiliated with the Division of Dermatology at Einstein in the Bronx, NY. During her second year of training, she served as Academic Chief Resident and served as Chief Resident her last year. 

During these years of training, she has published peer-reviewed research articles publishing in the Journal of American Academy of Dermatology and the International Journal of Dermatology. She worked melanoma research at Mayo Clinic and NIH granted research in chlamydia.  

Outside of work, she enjoys playing tennis, hiking and going on long walks. She likes to paint as well as complete jigsaw puzzles. Above all, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends especially her three nieces who reside in Phoenix. She is excited to bring her experiences from NY to AZ and continue caring for those in her community. 

Dr. Katerina Warda graduated Magna Cum Laude at the University of Arizona in Tucson, AZ, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology with an Emphasis in Physiology and a minor in Chemistry. She obtained a master’s in biomedical science at Midwestern University in Glendale, AZ. Shortly thereafter, Dr. Warda continued her education at Midwestern and received her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree. During her first year of training, she was inducted into the Sigma Sigma Phi Society. 

After graduation, she completed her internal medicine internship at the State University of New York- Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY. Here, she worked as an intern during the height of COVID, working in the intensive care unit and hospital floors. For this dedication, the department was awarded Department of the Year. 

Dr. Warda completed her dermatology residency at St. Barnabas Hospital Health System affiliated with the Division of Dermatology at Einstein in the Bronx, NY. During her second year of training, she served as Academic Chief Resident and served as Chief Resident her last year. 

During these years of training, she has published peer-reviewed research articles publishing in the Journal of American Academy of Dermatology and the International Journal of Dermatology. She worked melanoma research at Mayo Clinic and NIH granted research in chlamydia.  

Outside of work, she enjoys playing tennis, hiking and going on long walks. She likes to paint as well as complete jigsaw puzzles. Above all, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends especially her three nieces who reside in Phoenix. She is excited to bring her experiences from NY to AZ and continue caring for those in her community. 

Suzi Miner is a Certified Dermatology Physician Assistant (PA-C). Suzi is originally from Southern California, where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry and Cell Biology at the University of California, San Diego. She then completed her Masters in Physician Assistant Practice (MPAP) through the University of Southern California, Keck School of Medicine. After living and working in Seattle for over 10 years, Suzi & her family chose to relocate recently to sunny Phoenix. Suzi has worked in dermatology for over 14 years, with the first 6 years focusing in cosmetic dermatology, and the last 8+ years focusing primarily in medical dermatology. Suzi is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) and is licensed to practice medicine through the Arizona Board of Medicine. She is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) and the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants (SDPA).

Dr. Katerina Warda graduated Magna Cum Laude at the University of Arizona in Tucson, AZ, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology with an Emphasis in Physiology and a minor in Chemistry. She obtained a master’s in biomedical science at Midwestern University in Glendale, AZ. Shortly thereafter, Dr. Warda continued her education at Midwestern and received her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree. During her first year of training, she was inducted into the Sigma Sigma Phi Society. 

After graduation, she completed her internal medicine internship at the State University of New York- Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY. Here, she worked as an intern during the height of COVID, working in the intensive care unit and hospital floors. For this dedication, the department was awarded Department of the Year. 

Dr. Warda completed her dermatology residency at St. Barnabas Hospital Health System affiliated with the Division of Dermatology at Einstein in the Bronx, NY. During her second year of training, she served as Academic Chief Resident and served as Chief Resident her last year. 

During these years of training, she has published peer-reviewed research articles publishing in the Journal of American Academy of Dermatology and the International Journal of Dermatology. She worked melanoma research at Mayo Clinic and NIH granted research in chlamydia.  

Outside of work, she enjoys playing tennis, hiking and going on long walks. She likes to paint as well as complete jigsaw puzzles. Above all, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends especially her three nieces who reside in Phoenix. She is excited to bring her experiences from NY to AZ and continue caring for those in her community. 

Dr. Thosani joined Arizona Center for Cancer Care in 2022 when her practice Modern Dermatology joined the group. With over 19 years of experience in cutaneous oncology and dermatologic surgery, Maya K. Thosani, MD, brings not only her clinical expertise but her light-hearted, compassionate approach to MODERN Dermatology, which has offices in Scottsdale, Arizona near the Shea and Osborn Hospital campuses.

Dr. Maya Thosani did her undergraduate training at Columbia University, except for the semester abroad in Spain where she gained fluency in Spanish. She then attended Rutgers Medical School and was honored to be one of a handful of students elected by her peers and professors to serve in the Gold Humanism Honor Society.

After completing a rigorous internship at New York University’s Downtown Hospital in Manhattan, she remained in NYC completing three years of dermatology residency and served as a Chief Resident at Stony Brook University Hospital. During these 3 years she spent her time divided between University Hospital, the Veterans Affairs hospital, and Memorial Sloan-Kettering (MSK) Skin Cancer Center.

In pursuit of advanced surgical training, Dr. Thosani completed a demanding one-year accredited fellowship in Mohs Micrographic Surgery in Cincinnati under the mentorship of Dr. Brett Coldiron. During this year, Dr Thosani also spent time training at the hospital with plastic surgeons, head & neck surgeons, and oculoplastic surgeons in the operating room. While Mohs micrographic surgeons are not considered “plastic surgeons” – their training overlaps considerably regarding facial reconstruction after surgical removal of cancers. Dr. Thosani’s clinical interests involve cutaneous oncology and the use of dermoscopy as a non-invasive tool for early detection of skin cancer.

She regularly attends the Cutaneous Oncology Tumor Boards at Honor Health and participates in select research studies. She is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, Phoenix Dermatologic Society, and a fellow of the Mohs College. She has done over 15,000 Mohs micrographic surgeries, as well as countless other surgical procedures. She is double board certified in both Dermatology and Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery.

Her personal interests include spending time with her husband and three children. She is passionate about health and wellness – believing that there are many factors that influence our bodies and minds – especially nutrition and movement. She spends a great deal of time cooking and making healthy delicious recipes, going to yoga daily, and traveling with her family and friends. Golf, skiing, biking and hiking are some of the new passions she has been fortunate enough to pursue since moving to the Valley in 2014!

Dr. Maya Thosani truly feels that with the personalized care she provides, coupled with humor and the time she takes to get to intimately know her patients that she can make the greatest difference in their lives.

Dr. Thosani has been blessed to be recognized by Phoenix Magazine as a Top Doc in 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023.

Patient Reviews:

"Everyone at the clinic was amazing. They were kind, professional and attentive . I am so grateful I was referred to Dr. Thosani. She was thorough, very competent, and professional. She listened to me, explained exactly what needed to be done, and allowed for questions and concerns. I would (and have) highly recommend her!!!!!" -Carol

"Dr. Thosani and her medical assistant were wonderful. Dr. Thosani listened carefully and compassionately and recommended an effective, thorough treatment plan as well interventions to prevent other concerns (e.g., skin cancer, signs of aging). I’ll definitely be back to see her." -Heather