Missale Mesfin, MD, FAAD, FACMS
Board-Certified Dermatologist
Board-Certified Mohs Surgeon
Fellowship-Trained Mohs Surgeon
4.9 /5
422 reviews
Dermatology is an exciting field of medicine because we are able to treat the areas that patients can see. It is so fulfilling to see the progress that is made and to experience a patient's satisfaction with their results.
- Missale Mesfin, MD
Google
5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
Dr.Mesfin is kind and gentle. She explained the step by step process, including wound care very thoroughly. Would highly recommend!
Google
5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
very, vert, good !!!!!
Google
5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
Wonderful people and great service! Very friendly people, explained everything, and quickly performed their work. Highly recommended!
Google
5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
Dr. Mesfin removed melanoma from my arm. She is very thorough explaining everything she is doing and what to expect. She is a great surgeon and treated me with kindness and respect. The assistants and staff in the office are wonderful too.
Google
5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
The issue was handled very professionally She is very friendly and easy to talk to. .
Google
5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
Dr. Mesfin was wonderful. I had to have something removed. She explained everything as she went and was very gentle. Highly recommend Forefront Dermatology.
Google
5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
Dr Missale Mesfin is a very professional dermatologist. Very confident surgeon. She removed two cysts from a family member. I will recommend her to all I know.
Google
5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
Clean efficient and thorough. Also proactive
Google
5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
Doctor and staff were great. I highly recommend them
Google
5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
They were very explanative to insure I felt comfortable. Quick and painless!
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Education

Undergraduate Degree:

BS, University of Michigan – Ann Arbor, MI

Medical School:

MD, University of Michigan – Ann Arbor, MI

Dermatology Residency:

MD, University of Michigan – Ann Arbor, MI

Procedural Dermatology / Mohs Fellowship:

University of Michigan – Ann Arbor, MI

Certificates
Fellow of the American College of Mohs Surgery
Fellow of the American Board of Dermatology
Professional Memberships
American College of Mohs Surgery
American Academy of Dermatology
Achievements
Top Doctors of Northern Virginia - 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
Arthur Curtis, MD Scholarship in Dermatology
Coleman Ross Scholarship Recipient
Publications

“Mohs surgery in the treatment of skin cancer.” St. Vincent Health System, Continuing medical education. Erie, Pennyslvania, August 2013.

“Non surgical treatments for basal cell carcinoma.” Basal Cell Nevus Syndrome Life Support Network, Regional conference. Burton, Ohio, October 2012.

“Reconstruction options in Mohs surgery.” Basal Cell Nevus Syndrome Life Support Network, Regional conference. Burton, Ohio, October 2011.

“Clinical Cases in Pediatric Dermatology.” Ethiopian Pediatric Society. Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, March 2011.

“Dermatology of Pigmented Skin.” University of Michigan Medical School. Ann Arbor, Michigan, December 2008 and 2009.

“Aging skin.” Housing Bureau for Seniors. Ann Arbor, Michigan, May 2009.

*Age Restriction


For patients scheduling who are under 18 years of age (19 in Alabama) please make sure you have permission from your parent or legal guardian to schedule this appointment.  Your parent or legal guardian must accompany you on your initial visit and on certain subsequent visits to provide appropriate informed consent.