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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Just a note to thank you for my surgery. The graft has taken well and it seems to be healing nicely. Since I was diagnosed with myeloma and lymphoma, I have been treated by a number of doctors and surgeons. You have been one of the very best. You were friendly, took time to explain things in easy-to-understand terms. You are a very skilled surgeon. I was treated more as a friend, not just another number. It's never fun to go to doctors, but you make it as enjoyable as possible. Thanks.

—PS
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Just a brief note to express my satisfaction with the outcome of the surgery thus far. I appreciated you taking time out of your busy schedule to answer my questions. Also, I want to compliment your staff because they're so courteous whenever I call and they're so helpful. I recommended you highly to a friend who is now considering surgery on her face. She sees a doctor at UK but I said she should consider using your services. In short, I'm glad I put my face in your hands.

—CS
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I'm doing great and my nose is beautiful, thanks to you! A great job!

—CM
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I just wanted to thank you for your call Friday after my neck surgery. I greatly appreciate your concern. Even though skin cancer is considered to have a high cure rate, it is upsetting to find out that you have any kind of cancer. You and your wonderful staff have made a difficult situation easier to understand and cope with.

—LC
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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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Thanks for your friendly service provided by your staff and the best and most efficient healthcare from the heart of one of the most prestigious physicians in Dermatology.

—KR
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I would like to thank you and your staff for the wonderful care I received in having my nose growth removed.  I appreciate how quickly you were able to see me and your expert care.

—MS
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Thank you so much for taking extra time out of your busy schedule to give us answers to our questions and concerns. You treated us like how I wish all patients could be treated in the health care system today. Thank you for your wonderful handiwork. EH was in the best of hands.

—LH
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I just want you to know how much it meant to me to see you at the visitation. What a class act you are! He really enjoyed the few times we were there, and he loved your nurse! After talking to many friends, I want you to know that you are highly thought of by your patients.

—LH