Maral Kibarian Skelsey, MD, Koji Ota, MD
5530 Wisconsin Ave., Suite 820
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
301-652-8081 | front.desk@mohs-md.com
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Dr. Maral Kibarian Skelsey established the Dermatologic Surgery Center of Washington in 2003 as a regional referral center for advanced skin care, including complex skin cancers, medical dermatology and cosmetic procedures. Dr. Skelsey, a dermatologist and Mohs surgeon, has surrounded herself with leading dermatology providers, fostering a collaborative environment committed to medical excellence. Her newest colleague, Dr. Koji Ota, continues this tradition.
“I met Dr. Ota when he was chief resident in Dermatology at [MedStar] Georgetown University Hospital,” says Dr. Skelsey. “I knew his genuine interest in patients and effective communication style would resonate with our expanding practice.”
After earning his Doctor of Medicine from SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University, Dr. Ota completed a unique Dermatology-Internal Medicine dual-training residency at Georgetown, giving him a profound understanding of how skin is a reflection of overall health. This, coupled with his pediatric dermatology training at Children’s National Hospital, enables him to offer comprehensive care to patients of all ages and skin types—especially those with complex dermatologic needs.
The patient-centric, integrative approach that attracted Dr. Skelsey to Dr. Ota is precisely why he jumped at the invitation to join her practice. The center’s commitment to academic dermatology and the training of the next generation of providers was another major draw. “I admired how Dr. Skelsey took her time with patients, listening to their needs and concerns,” says Dr. Ota. “I, too, emphasize being thorough with my consultations and exams. I want patients to leave their appointments confident and reassured about their treatment and next steps.”
The Dermatologic Surgery Center of Washington specializes in Mohs and dermatologic surgery, medical dermatology and the latest cosmetic treatments. Its board-certified dermatology providers are leaders in their areas of expertise in the region and around the world. The Center’s director, Dr. Maral Skelsey, is a Clinical Professor of Dermatology at Georgetown University.
