Dr. Ava is world renowned board-certified dermatologist who graduated Magna Cum Laude from Harvard University. In addition to serving as Assistant Clinical Professor of Dermatology at the UCLA-Geffen School of Medicine, Dr. Ava is also recognized as television's “Extreme Makeover” Dermatologist and is the resident dermatology expert on the Emmy Award winning daytime talk show, “The Doctors." Allure Magazine also selected Dr. Ava to be their "Allure Insider" Dermatology expert.
As a key opinion leader in the field of dermatology and a published author, Dr. Shamban has lectured extensively both nationally and internationally on topics ranging from medical to cosmetic dermatology. She is a pioneer in developing the multimodal treatment approach to acne, acne scars, pigmentary problems and rosacea and has served as the Principal Investigator on many clinical trials for both dermatology pharmaceuticals and devices that led to FDA approval. Dr. Ava has published extensively in prestigious medical journals.
Dr. Ava is a passionate advocate for natural good looks, through scientifically proven treatments and healthy lifestyle changes that restore and heal skin and spirit. She has devoted her career to empowering women and men of all ages to live more confident, healthy and happy lives.
Signature Feature – Signature Feature is Dr. Ava's unique philosophy of beauty, which shifts the focus of one's appearance to the positive. Many dermatology practices focus on "fixing" aesthetic challenges. Dr. Ava and her AVA MD staff choose instead to bring out the focal point of each patient’s individual beauty. AVA MD's experienced staff works with each patient to determine their Signature Feature and then set out a treatment plan to highlight it. Part of this process may include elimination of "background noise" such as wrinkles and fine lines, dark circles, pigmentation, sagging, acne scars, etc., in order to help us draw attention to what is striking and original in each individual. For more information about Dr. Ava, please visit AvaMD.com.
Primary Specialty
Dermatologist
GenderFemale
EducationCase Western Reserve Univ Sch Of Med, Cleveland Oh 44106
TrainingLa Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Dermatology; Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
ServicesAva Shamban, MD provides dermatology services in Santa Monica, CA. A Dermatologist is trained in skin care. A dermatologist is concerned with maintaining healthy skin, nails and hair as well as diagnosing and treating skin conditions and diseases. They also correct disfigurements, blemishes and scars. You might see a dermatologist for acne, or see a dermatologist for dermatitis.
Please call Ava Shamban, MD at (310) 828-2282 to schedule an appointment in Santa Monica, CA or call for more information.
Dr. Shamban and the other doctors in her office, Dr. Simzar and Dr. van Dyke, practice medicine with scientific brilliance and great compassion. I couldn't be more grateful to them for their advocacy of my health and happiness over the last several years. The nurses and administrative staff are very kind and efficient. I love going to see Dr. Shamban and every member of her team!