Skin Cancer & Dermatology Clinic at AMSD

Anir Dhir, M.D. Tucson's Top Rated Mohs Surgeon

Skin Cancer Screenings & Medical Dermatology

In addition to Mohs surgery, we offer Comprehensive Skin Cancer & Dermatologic Care at AMSD, including skin cancer screenings, biopsies, non-Mohs excisions, curettage, and topical therapy for cancers that may not need Mohs surgery.  These services are provided by Shelby Coplen, PA-C, Taylor Foxworthy, PA-C, and Tabitha Bayne, PA-C:  three highly-trained and experienced Physician Assistants who previously practiced together and then joined our team in 2024-26. Shelby, Taylor, and Tabitha are also experts in the treatment of rashes, psoriasis, rosacea, and acne. Shelby is available on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 7:30 am to 3:45 pm.  Taylor works on Tuesday to Friday from 7:30 am to 3:45 pm.  Tabitha cares for patients on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, from 7:30 am to 3:45 pm.  Please call us at (520) 612-7722 to schedule an appointment. We look forward to taking excellent care of you.

Please note that our clinic does not specialize in cosmetic services or disorders of hair and nails.

SHELBY COPLEN, PA-C

Undergraduate

B.S. in Biology with Honors
Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana, May 2014

Master of Physician Assistant Studies

Butler University, Indianapolis, Indiana, May 2017

Accreditation

Board Certified Physician Assistant through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

Awards and Honors

Phi Beta Kappa Academic Honors Society Member

Previous Work Experience

Dyson Dermatology, Tucson, AZ, 2018 - 2024

Mesquite Gastroenterology & Surgery Center, Tucson, AZ, 2017 - 2018

Personal Interests

Hiking, traveling, and all things outdoor with her husband, who obtained his PhD from the University of Arizona, and their young daughter

 

TAYLOR FOXWORTHY, PA-C

Undergraduate

B.S. in Biochemistry
University of Arizona, 2016

Master of Physician Assistant Studies

Northern Arizona University, 2020

Accreditation

Board Certified Physician Assistant through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

Previous Work Experience

Skyline Pediatrics, Tucson, AZ, 2020-25

Dyson Dermatology, Tucson, AZ, 2020-21

TFoxPhotos, Owner, Tucson, AZ, 2012-present

Personal Interests

Photography, spending time with family, cheering University of Arizona basketball, attending Broadway shows, and doting on her nieces and nephews

 

TABITHA BAYNE, PA-C

Undergraduate

B.S. in Psychology and Physiology (Minors in Chemistry & Studio Art)
University of Arizona, 2009

Master of Physician Assistant Studies

Rocky Mountain College, Billings, Montana, 2014

Accreditation

Board Certified Physician Assistant through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants (SDPA) since 2014

American Academy of Dermatology DermCare Team Member since 2016

New England Dermatology Society (NEDS) Member since 2016

Previous Work Experience

Corvallis Clinic Dermatology, Corvallis, OR, 2023-25

Dyson Dermatology, Tucson, AZ, 2017-22

Massachusetts General Hospital Dermatology, 2015-16

Personal Interests

Spending time with family and friends, cooking, and hiking

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I want to thank you for your superb professionalism, kindness, and huge heart.  You made my experience through the Mohs Surgery bearable, you explained in detail what to expect, and you calmed my racing heart. It took 3 attempts to achieve clear margins and while I was waiting, the staff was nothing but excellent, caring, and reassuring.  You have an A Class Facility.

—NH
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Thank you so very much for taking incredible care of my dad. I really appreciate it. I can't thank you enough for all you have done.

—SS
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Looking back on 2003, my family and I have faced many stressful and trying times traveling back and forth from doctor's office to office.  We are very fortunate to have such a caring doctor along with staff who are always willing to help in anyway possible. Thank you and your staff for not giving up and traveling down this long, hard road with me. You have always been straight up and honest with me and had my best interest in mind, not many doctors are like that and take things as personal.

—PE
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Thank you so much! Sorry I cried. I get hormonal sometimes! You all were great and I appreciate everything you did for me!

—MW
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The care that you and your staff showed me when I had my nose surgery was phenomenal!! I have never been to a doctor's office that showed so much compassion for his patient and your staff was fantastic, too!

—ML
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Thank you for all your help. I also wanted to compliment you on your kindness and great attention to detail. You always make time to talk and made me feel at ease through a tense procedure. I have been to many doctors in my life and would rate you as the best I have ever known. Your attentiveness, compassion, and ability are without any possible reproach. I can actually say I looked forward to my doctor visits rather than avoided them. I wish you continued success.  Thank you truly.

—TN
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Just a quick note to express my sincere gratitude to you and the rest of your staff for the attention I was shown during my last surgical visit. It is not in my genetic makeup to make a practice of writing these types of letters, but the compassion, enthusiasm, reassurance, and medical expertise shown by you and your staff more than warrant it.

—MW
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I wanted to send you a huge thank you for all the work you did after my surgery.  As you can see, the scar is not visible at all!  This was a picture from our wedding day and I thought you might enjoy seeing the end result of all of it!  Thanks again for taking such excellent care of me and my face!

—T
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I appreciate your generosity in allowing me to observe you at work.  This was very educational, and now I feel I can properly inform patients about the expected experience when undergoing Mohs surgery.  It is clear to me what an elegant, accurate, and effective method to excising skin cancers.  I am impressed with the way your clinic is run.  The nurses and staff are very professional and responsive to the patients which I’m sure they appreciate.  I hope to see you in the future!

—ENT Resident