Zaineb H. Makhzoumi, Md, Mph

Biography

Dr. Makhzoumi is a dermatologic surgeon at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. She specializes in the advanced technique of Mohs Micrographic Surgery and surgical reconstruction for skin cancer. A major focus of both her clinical practice and research efforts is the behavior and management of non-melanoma skin cancer in solid organ transplant recipients. A large portion of her practice is devoted to the care of these patients at particularly high risk for skin cancer. Her expertise also includes all aspects of procedural dermatology, including laser surgery and the rejuvenation of aging skin. As Chief of Clinical Services in the Department of Dermatology, Dr. Makhzoumi oversees all aspects of clinical operations for the department. She is also responsible for the recruitment of new faculty, the expansion of clinical opportunities for the department and the development of collaborative projects across campus, particularly those focused on Cutaneous Oncology. Dr. Makhzoumi received her BS in Biology and her MPH in Epidemiology and Biostatistics from the George Washington University. She went on to receive her MD from the University of Maryland School of Medicine, where she graduated magna cum laude and was the recipient of the 2008 Faculty Gold Medal Award. She received her training in dermatology at the University of Virginia, where she also served as chief resident, and her fellowship in Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Procedural Dermatology at the University of California San Francisco.

Research Interest

Non-melanoma skin cancer in solid organ transplant recipients, tumor management in the immunosuppressed, Mohs Micrographic Surgery