Empowering healthy skin through expertise and compassion
Dr. Elisabeth K. Shim is a board-certified dermatologist and Mohs surgeon dedicated to providing exceptional care to her patients in the Los Angeles area. With offices located in Santa Monica and Pasadena, Dr. Shim specializes in skin cancer surgery (Mohs surgery), skin cancer screening, and cosmetic dermatology, including lasers, BOTOX Cosmetic, wrinkle fillers, and more.
Our Philosophy
At Dr. Shim's office, we believe that good skin health begins with healthy living, a simple routine, and screening for skin cancer. We strive to provide our patients with excellent care in a friendly, low-key environment. Our goal is to help our patients achieve and maintain healthy, beautiful skin.
Our Services
Dr. Shim offers a wide range of services, including:
- Mohs Surgery & Skin Cancer: Dr. Shim is a fellowship-trained and board-certified Mohs surgeon, and she has performed over 10,000 Mohs and reconstructive surgeries. She has also performed thousands of laser procedures.
- Fractioned Laser for Wrinkles (Dot Therapy): This treatment targets wrinkles, brown spots, and acne scars.
- BOTOX Cosmetic: For wrinkles and hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating).
- Wrinkle Fillers: Restylane, Juvederm, and fat transfer.
- Mini Facelift: For mild to moderate sagging.
- Laser Services: For redness, brown spots, hair removal, scars, acne, and stretch marks.
- Other Services: Moles, skin tags, cysts, lipomas, seborrheic keratoses, sebaceous hyperplasia, milia, syringomas, and more.
Verdure Botanoceuticals
Dr. Shim is the founder of Verdure Botanoceuticals, a skin care product line that combines dermatologic expertise with botanical ingredients. Verdure is formulated for sensitive skin and is paraben- and propylene glycol-free. Verdure has been featured in various publications and internet blogs.
About Dr. Shim
Dr. Shim was named a Los Angeles Magazine SuperDoctor for fifteen consecutive years (2008-2023). She is one of only 5 dermatologists in the Los Angeles area that made the 15-year SuperDoctor Hall of Fame list. Dr. Shim is an Assistant Clinical Professor in Dermatology at the Keck USC School of Medicine and has taught skin cancer reconstruction to doctors from around the world.
Contact Us
To schedule an appointment or learn more about our services, please visit our contact page.
Quality of Service
The majority of the reviews praise Dr. Shim's exceptional service, with many patients mentioning their positive experiences with their appointments. However, there are also some negative comments that highlight issues with the office staff and patient communication.
Communication Issues
Several patients felt rushed during their appointments, with some mentioning that their concerns were not fully addressed. A few patients specifically mentioned feeling invalidated or ignored by Dr. Shim, which led to a negative experience.
Professionalism and Expertise
On the other hand, many reviewers praised Dr. Shim's expertise and professionalism, stating that she was knowledgeable and thorough in her diagnosis and treatment. The majority of the positive reviews emphasized the doctor's friendly demeanor and bedside manner.
Organizational Issues
Some reviewers mentioned issues with the office staff, including delayed appointments and inefficient communication. One reviewer even switched to a different dermatologist due to these issues.
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