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At a glance01Dr. Susan Poelman02Dr. Kirk A. Barber03Dr. Andrei Metelitsa
Current position#1 in Calgary#2 in Calgary#3 in Calgary
Recognized asBoard-certified dermatologist at Beacon Dermatology, 201-3110 17 Avenue SWDermatologist at Calgary Dermatology, 510-1100 1 Street SEBoard-certified dermatologist at Beacon Dermatology, 201-3110 17 Avenue SW
Best forMedical dermatology, melanoma or other skin-cancer concerns, hidradenitis, psoriasis and eczemaBroad general dermatology and longstanding psoriasis expertisePatients comparing integrated medical, surgical, laser and cosmetic dermatology
Decision fitVerify the named dermatologist's current specialty registration, exact practice location and whether this visit requires a referral, is privately paid or is cosmetic · Ask who owns examination, biopsy and pathology results, prescriptions, procedures, aftercare and follow-up; a clinic brand or device does not identify the responsible physician · Seek urgent medical assessment for a rapidly changing lesion, severe drug reaction, widespread blistering, fever with rash, facial swelling or breathing difficulty rather than waiting for a routine cosmetic or dermatology appointmentVerify the named dermatologist's current specialty registration, exact practice location and whether this visit requires a referral, is privately paid or is cosmetic · Ask who owns examination, biopsy and pathology results, prescriptions, procedures, aftercare and follow-up; a clinic brand or device does not identify the responsible physician · Seek urgent medical assessment for a rapidly changing lesion, severe drug reaction, widespread blistering, fever with rash, facial swelling or breathing difficulty rather than waiting for a routine cosmetic or dermatology appointmentVerify the named dermatologist's current specialty registration, exact practice location and whether this visit requires a referral, is privately paid or is cosmetic · Ask who owns examination, biopsy and pathology results, prescriptions, procedures, aftercare and follow-up; a clinic brand or device does not identify the responsible physician · Seek urgent medical assessment for a rapidly changing lesion, severe drug reaction, widespread blistering, fever with rash, facial swelling or breathing difficulty rather than waiting for a routine cosmetic or dermatology appointment
Profile typeIndividual professionalIndividual professionalIndividual professional
Geographic scopeCalgary, AlbertaCalgary, AlbertaCalgary, Alberta
Dr. Poelman is the strongest medical and skin-cancer fit; Dr. Barber offers exceptional general and psoriasis depth; Dr. Metelitsa provides the broadest medical, surgical and cosmetic integration. Confirm the current referral and intake route for the reason you need care.