Overview
Dr. Ramona Behshad cares for skin cancer patients using the latest treatment and surgical techniques, including Mohs surgery, for the highest cure rate. She treats patients with melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and rare skin tumors. Dr. Behshad performs laser surgery, reconstructive surgery, and surgical scar revision. Her research interests include: wound healing and scar formation; optimizing facial reconstructive techniques; skin cancer biology and treatment; and raising awareness of scalp skin cancer among hairstylists. Dr. Behshad is an assistant professor in the Department of Dermatology, specializing in Mohs and Dermatologic Surgery, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. She is an active member of several professional organizations, serving on committees and work groups for: the American Academy of Dermatology; American Society for Dermatologic Surgery; American College of Mohs Surgery; American Society for Laser Surgery and Medicine; and the Women's Dermatologic Society, among other state and local associations.
Dr. Behshad is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Muir-Torre Syndrome, Bowen's Disease, and Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 37 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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2315 Dougherty Ferry Road, Suite 200, St. Louis, MO 63122
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Dr. Behshad has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ramona Behshad
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ramona Behshad?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ramona Behshad by calling their office at 314-617-2191. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ramona Behshad a top-rated expert for Basal Cell Skin Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ramona Behshad is classified as an Distinguished expert for Basal Cell Skin Cancer, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Ramona Behshad specialize in?
While Dr. Ramona Behshad is a Dermatology, they have specific expertise in Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Muir-Torre Syndrome, and Bowen's Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Dermatology.
Does Dr. Ramona Behshad participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ramona Behshad has published 37 articles and abstracts on conditions like Basal Cell Skin Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Ramona Behshad's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ramona Behshad accept my insurance?
Dr. Ramona Behshad accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 314-617-2191 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Distinguished
- Basal Cell Skin CancerDr. Behshad isDistinguished. Learn about Basal Cell Skin Cancer.
- Advanced
- Bowen's DiseaseDr. Behshad isAdvanced. Learn about Bowen's Disease.
- Muir-Torre SyndromeDr. Behshad isAdvanced. Learn about Muir-Torre Syndrome.
- Squamous Cell Skin CarcinomaDr. Behshad isAdvanced. Learn about Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma.
- Experienced
- AcneDr. Behshad isExperienced. Learn about Acne.
- AcrospiromaDr. Behshad isExperienced. Learn about Acrospiroma.
- Actinic KeratosisDr. Behshad isExperienced. Learn about Actinic Keratosis.
- Extramammary Paget DiseaseDr. Behshad isExperienced. Learn about Extramammary Paget Disease.
- Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC)
- Lacrimal Gland TumorDr. Behshad isExperienced. Learn about Lacrimal Gland Tumor.