Kathryn Shahwan, MD
Physician, Associate Professor
MOHS - Micrographic Surgery
Make an appointment
614-293-1707
Accepting new patients
Conditions and expertise
- Moles
- Skin Moles
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- Basal Cell Carcinoma
- Merkel Cell Cancer
- Skin Cancers
Locations
- Outpatient Care Dublin
Academics and research
Department: Dermatology
About
- Gender
- Female
Biography
As a dermatologic surgeon at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, 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 healthy 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.
Conditions and expertise
- Basal Cell Carcinoma
- Melanoma
- Merkel Cell Cancer
- Mohs Surgery
- Moles
- Reconstructive Surgical Procedures
- Skin Cancers
- Skin Moles
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Locations
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Fellowship - Dermatology, Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery
- Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH, United States
7/1/2020 - 6/30/2021 - Residency - Dermatology
- University of Minnesota, Duluth, MN
7/1/2017 - 6/30/2020 - Fellowship
- Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, United States
7/1/2015 - 7/9/2016 - Residency - Preliminary Medicine
- Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, IL, United States
6/1/2014 - 6/30/2015 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University, North Chicago, IL, United States
8/16/2010 - 6/6/2014
Certifications
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American Board of Dermatology/Mohs Micrographic Surgery
10/8/2021 -
American Board of Dermatology
10/24/2020
Academics and research
The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is a center of academic excellence, and I was drawn by the opportunity to participate in groundbreaking clinical research. I aim to help improve the management of high-risk cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma and rare skin tumors and develop new reconstructive techniques. I have received funding from the Dermatology Foundation and the AAD Cochrane Scholar Program, 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.
Research interests
- High-risk Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- Skin Tumors
Academic information
- Department:
- Dermatology
- Division:
- Dermatology
More about my research
Ratings and 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.
149 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
Patient Comments
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 11/3/2025 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.
- International Transplant Skin Cancer Collaborative
- National Student Leadership Council
She was amazing. Very concerned for my well-being.
Great doctor answered all my questions kept me informed on my procedure made it seem easy
Explained things very well, and took enough time with me
Great
Caring and meticulous!
My surgeon was great. On time, efficient and explained things perfectly (including helpful drawings). Very kind and personable.
Excellent
Excellent care
She so grate she really cares about me and making sure my health gets done and best care possible I have known scaring and my cancer is almost gone thank God for her she cares so much
She's the best & balanced my needs with treatment concerns
All good experiences!!
None - she was thorough and kept me informed throughout the process
They were wonderful
Dr. Shahwan made me feel immediately comfortable. Well informed, compassionate, knowledgeable, friendly - we loved her.
Thorough, good explanation of procedure
Very clear with explanation of procedure and post op care
She was very good and listened to everything I had to say. Loved her also
I apps the conversation
Those above words go for Dr S too. She answered every question in understandable terms for me. I will always want to return to her for any additional help I might need as she not only did a fine procedure but was most enjoyable to talk with as she put me at ease.
She always answers questions we submit on My Chart
Very good
Very good!
Dr Shahwan took time to explain the steps of the Mohs procedure and answer all of my qiestions.
Was very impressed .. Felt she really cared .. Very knowledgeable.. First time visit and thankful to have her !!
Good
Very nice and explained everything
Excellent top notch
Care was excellent and both the doctor and staff made me feel very comfortable with the procedure
Took the time to explain what and why
Very professional.
Answered all my questions
All good
Prompt courteous concerned and confident
Good
Kind, attentive to questions and concerns, cared, professional.
She was awesome.. I wont go to anyone else
I am so grateful to have a Dr. Like her I fell like she has my health care that come first what I saying she put my health care first I cant say thank you enough
Very good!
Dr Shawan was excellent! Very nice, helpful, courteous, and very professional!
She was very personal and easy to talk to
Thorough, listened, willing to answer all questions
Very clean hospital facility
I love Dr Shawan!!! She is a wonderful human and an exceptional dermatologist-Mohs surgeon.
Dr Shahwan is incredible! Her bedside manner was wonderful and helped calm me down. Loved carrying on a fun conversation with her during my procedure. I would recommend her to everyone I know. So glad I got to meet her and Dr Tan.
She was incredible! Thoroughly explained exactly what we were doing, patiently answered all questions and engaged me to help me through the procedure. I had a horrible experience at another facility and I feel do much more comfortable at the James.
I would definitely recommend this provider to anyone I thank she does her very best for my health needs and care thank you so very much for caring about her patients
She was awesome. I've already referred her to others
Very kind, good bedside manners, patient
Attentive, good listener, explains options clearly
She was excellent
NO bad experiences -- all good
Exceptional experience very pleasant.
Shawan is awesome!!!!!! I didn't feel like she rushed me at any time during appt. Sooooo friendly and professional. Loved the experience with per considering procedure being done.
Very kind courteous and caring!
Kind and very knowledgeable.
Very good
This care provider was wonderful and all the staff was more attentive than any I have had in my own hospital! I was blessed to have been referred to your facility and staff!
I absolutely loved my doctor and was treated so great. She explained everything to me about the Mohs surgery.
Excellent care
She was personable and explained the procedure and what she would do in a very easy to understand manner. She drew pictures so I could visualize before and answered all my questions. Very kind person.
The best
It was a good experience
Very good ,
She was vey good at explaining what she was going to do and explained as she went ahead
All good
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