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Dr. Fatima Fahs, MD

Dermatology physician, Southfield, MI

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Dr. Fahs is a board-certified dermatologist who completed her dermatology residency at Wayne State University.

29592 Northwestern Highway, Southfield, MI 48034
At a glance
Board certification
American Board of Dermatology
Focus
Medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology
Credentials
MD, FAAD

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About Dr. Fahs

Dr. Fahs is a board-certified dermatologist and a diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology. She practices medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology. Her procedures include biopsies and excisions.

She graduated with honors from Wayne State University as a MedStart full-ride scholar, with a degree in biology and a minor in art. She earned her medical degree at Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine on a full-ride scholarship. She did a medicine internship at Beaumont Hospital and a dermatology residency at Wayne State University.

In the last year of her residency, she was Chief Resident. She has a particular interest in skincare and product formulation. She has researched how well over-the-counter cosmeceuticals work.

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Services

Medical dermatology Surgical dermatology Cosmetic dermatology Biopsies Excisions
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Education and credentials

Degree
MD
College
Wayne State University (BS, biology)
Medical school
Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine
Internship
Medicine, Beaumont Hospital
Residency
Dermatology, Wayne State University
Board certification
American Board of Dermatology
Professional memberships
Skin of Color Society (fellow member)
NPI
1942659958

Hospital and practice affiliations

Fellow member of the Skin of Color Society since 2025

Location

29592 Northwestern Highway, Southfield, MI 48034
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Recognition and research

Awards

Dermy Doc Box is her award-winning skincare subscription box

Media and books

Interviewed, featured and quoted in outlets including The New York Times, Cosmopolitan, Forbes, Self, Time, Today and Women's Health
Runs an Instagram account that decodes skincare ingredients and explains common skin concerns

Teaching and research roles

Researches the efficacy of over-the-counter cosmeceuticals

Publications

"Religious and Cultural Considerations for the Dermatologic Care of Muslim Communities: A Narrative Review of Patient-Centered Strategies", American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2026
"Eyelash serums: A comprehensive review", Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024
"Genital Ulcerations With Swelling", Cutis, 2023
"Women representation in dermatology residency program leadership: A cross-sectional study", International Journal of Women's Dermatology, 2022
"Applying to dermatology residency without a home program: Advice to medical students in the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond", Clinics in Dermatology, 2022

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Questions patients ask

Is Dr. Fahs board certified?

Dr. Fahs is a board-certified dermatologist and a diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology.

Where did Dr. Fahs train?

She earned her medical degree at Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine. She did a medicine internship at Beaumont Hospital and a dermatology residency at Wayne State University.

Does Dr. Fahs perform surgical procedures?

Yes, she practices surgical dermatology. Her procedures include biopsies and excisions.

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