About Me
As a dermatologic surgeon at the OSUCCC — James, I perform advanced procedures to treat various forms of skin cancer. I specialize in Mohs micrographic surgery, which has the highest cure rate for skin cancer while preserving as much of the original skin as possible. I am also trained in innovative reconstructive techniques that allow me to repair wounds with excellent cosmetic results.
The skin is our largest organ and the only part of our body on public display. Receiving a cancer diagnosis can be scary, and learning that you need skin surgery, especially on the face, can feel overwhelming due to concerns about scarring. My patients can trust that I will provide the highest quality care possible, both in and out of the procedure room. I enjoy getting to know my patients and they can always rely on me for support throughout their cancer journey.
The James is a center of academic excellence, and I was drawn by the opportunity to participate in groundbreaking clinical research. I aim to help improve treatments for high-risk cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma and rare skin tumors, and develop even more precise reconstructive techniques. I have received funding from the Dermatology Foundation and my research has been widely published in peer-reviewed journals.
I am also passionate about medical education. My role includes teaching and mentoring medical students, dermatology residents, and Mohs surgery fellows.
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Mohs Surgery
- Carcinoma, Merkel Cell
- Carcinoma, Basal Cell
- Carcinoma, Squamous Cell
- Nevus
- Moles
- Reconstructive Surgical Procedures
- Melanoma
- Skin Cancers
Locations Where I Practice
6700 University Boulevard
Dublin, OH 43016
614-814-7777
540 Officenter Place
Columbus, OH 43230
614-293-1707
in Outpatient Care Dublin
6700 University Boulevard
3rd Floor, Suite 3A
Dublin, OH 43016
614-293-1707
in Officenter Gahanna
540 Officenter Place
Suite 240
Columbus, OH 43230
614-293-1707
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University, North Chicago, IL
8/16/2010 - 6/6/2014
Residency
Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, IL
6/1/2014 - 6/30/2015
Fellowship
Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
7/1/2015 - 7/9/2016
Fellowship
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
7/1/2020 - 6/30/2021
Board Certifications
American Board of Dermatology
10/24/2020
American Board of Dermatology/Mohs Micrographic Su
10/8/2021
Academic Information
My Department
Dermatology
My Division
Dermatology
Reviews
The overall patient satisfaction rating is an average of all patient responses to the six doctor communication related questions shown below from the Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey. For additional information about the patient satisfaction survey, please visit our Patient Satisfaction Survey page.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their view and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.
57 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.9 out of 5
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Explains Things Carefully
5.0 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
4.9 out of 5
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Gives Understandable Instructions
4.9 out of 5
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Knows My Medical History
4.6 out of 5
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Shows Respect
4.9 out of 5
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Time Spent Together
4.9 out of 5
Consulting and Related Relationships
At The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, we support a faculty member’s research and consulting in collaboration with medical device, research and/or drug companies because a faculty member’s expertise can guide important advancements in the practice of medicine and improve patient care. In order to provide effective management of these relationships, the University requires annual disclosures from all faculty members with external interests related to their University responsibilities.
As of 09/30/2024, Dr. Shahwan has reported relationships with the companies or entities listed below. If you have questions about the relationships listed below, please ask the faculty member. If you have questions about how these relationships are monitored by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, please contact our Compliance Office.
- Altru Health System
- National Student Leadership Council
The doctor was very skilled and had the wonderful bedside manner you always hope to find in your provider.
Excellent
I remain very pleased that Dr. Shawano took my concerns about post surgical pain seriously.
The doctor also explained everything clearly.
All were Great
Very caring of my needs and comfort. The team seem to get along very well.
Very good
Competent and caring
Very friendly, explained everything very well. Very impressed with total experience.
Good communication and care
Very good
Very friendly
Very warm and professional at the same time. You can tell she enjoys her profession.
Dr was competent, explained well and very supportive
All was good
I love her she was so good to me.
Skilled, receptive
Excellent work and friendly demeanor
Excellent. Dr. Shawana explained the procedure thoroughly including drawing a sketch of the surgery to assist me in understanding. She was caring and understanding and listened to my concerns. I'm very grateful for her care.
The provider was very good at explanation of why the healing was taking longer. She asked me to be patient, and after a few months it did heal well.
All good.
Very good bedside manner and always nice to talk with
Very responsive explained the MOHS surgery procedure; listened to my questions; looked at another site I had a question on
She was hellpful, pleasant, listened to what I had to say
Extremely skilled and careful as she performed mohs surgery.
Top notch in every way.
The doctor was friendly and easy to talk to. She made everything easy to understand.
Friendly, knowledgeable.
Excellent service.
Very good.
Very nice doctor. I feel confident in her ability to perform my procedures.
It was just as I though be, no problems.
Excellent experience with Dr. Shahwan. Explained the procedure & answered my questions. I was nervous and she & nursing staff quickly put me at ease.
Dr. Shahwan was informative, pleasant, sent me at ease. Very good experience.
Great care and concern
All good.
The doctor was excellent