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, and non-Mohs excisions, curettage, and topical therapy for cancers that may not need Mohs surgery.  These services are provided by Shelby Coplen, PA-C, a highly-trained and experienced Physician Assistant who joined our team in 2024. Shelby is also an expert in the treatment of rashes, psoriasis, rosacea, and acne. She is available on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 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.

If you already have an established relationship with a trusted dermatologist, we are happy to address just the cancers needing our specialized Mohs surgical services.

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

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Thank you so much for your care & skills & kindness.

—MPS & CS
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I wanted to say thank you to you & your staff for the successful removal of the BCC from my forehead.  The wound healed nicely & is not noticeable.  I appreciated how you shared in advance the details on how you perform Mohs surgery.  I enjoyed you sharing your interest in sports cars and racing.

—BB
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The word "courteous" carries an image by which I can think of my happy experience. I was treated as if I were a royal personage, an honored guest at the court of a king. The king’s royal physician performed the surgery! Please accept my thanks, Dr. Anir Dhir, for this memorable experience.

—W
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A very relaxed and comfortable procedure. I was treated in a very kindly and gentle manner which made the whole process very comfortable. I am having a speedy recovery showing good care and a successful procedure.

—KB
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The concern and compassion shown during my surgery will be forever appreciated.

—AK
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Thank you for your kindness. I wish I could put into words what your thoughtfulness means to us. I am so amazed at the things you have done for my husband and myself that you didn't have to do. It is very greatly appreciated.

—JE
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Dr. Dhir, Erika, & Lindsay, The surgery site on my forehead healed quickly, with no aches, pain, or scarring.  You did great.  :-)  Your "fun" attitude makes my visits a breeze.  Thanks Much!!

—TK
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Thank you very much for everything you done for me. Also thanks too to your staff for everything they did. Without you all removing my skin cancer for me with the ways things are I don't know what I would have done.  Thank you.

—CF