Dermatology in Practice: Real Cases, Real Decisions, Real Challenges

Authors

  • Matt Sandre, MD
  • Gabriele Weichert, MD, FRCPC, PhD
  • Parbeer S. Grewal, MD, FRCPC, DABD
  • Marissa Joseph, MD, MSc
  • Alexandre Lemieux, MD
  • Zaki Taher, MD

Abstract

Dermatology in Practice: Real Cases, Real Decisions, Real Challenges

Author Biographies

Matt Sandre, MD

Dr. Matt Sandre is a dermatologist practicing in Toronto, Ontario out of Unify Health Clinic and virtually via DermCafe Canada. He is also a lecturer appointed with the University of Toronto, Department of Medicine. He completed his dermatology residency at the University of Toronto and subsequently a Fellowship in Dermatologic Laser Surgery and Aesthetic Dermatology.  

Gabriele Weichert, MD, FRCPC, PhD

Dr. Gabriele Weichert practices in Nanaimo, British Columbia, where she established her community-based dermatology practice in 2003. She completed her undergraduate degree in Biology at the University of Waterloo, followed by PhD in Physiology at the University of British Columbia. Dr. Weichert earned her medical degree from McMaster University and completed a five-year Dermatology residency at UBC. She has been actively involved in medical education as an Assistant Instructor with the UBC Department of Dermatology and Skin Science, contributing to the training and mentorship of medical students and residents. Dr. Weichert has also served as Past President of the Canadian Dermatology Association and as a Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada examiner, reflecting her national leadership and commitment to clinical excellence and professional standards.  Practicing on central Vancouver Island, Dr. Weichert provides comprehensive medical and surgical dermatology care, with additional expertise in select cosmetic procedures. Her clinical interests include skin cancer management, inflammatory skin disease, and advanced therapies for complex dermatologic conditions.

Parbeer S. Grewal, MD, FRCPC, DABD

Dr. Grewal is a Clinical Professor within the Faculty of Medicine, Division of Dermatology, at the University of Alberta. He is the Co-medical Director of Dermatology and Clinical Research Trials at Rejuvenation Dermatology in Downtown Edmonton. Dr. Grewal has participated in over one hundred clinical research trials and has published many posters, abstracts, journal articles, and book chapters in Dermatology.

Marissa Joseph, MD, MSc

Dr. Marissa Joseph is double board-certified in pediatrics and dermatology and an Associate Professor at the University of Toronto. She completed medical school at Dalhousie University, post graduate training at the University of Toronto and an MSc in Community Health at the Dalla Lana School of Public Health. Dr. Joseph is the Medical Director of the Ricky Kanee Schachter Dermatology Centre at Women’s College Hospital and also works at the Hospital For Sick Children where she manages children with complex dermatologic disease and pediatric laser treatment. She is equity, diversity, and inclusivity lead for the division of Dermatology at the University of Toronto. Dr. Joseph is the recipient of many teaching awards in medical education. Dr. Joseph enjoys her diverse practice in general adult, pediatric, and surgical dermatology. Her clinical and research interests include complex inflammatory skin disorders, genodermatoses, and equity, diversity, and inclusivity.

Alexandre Lemieux, MD

Dr. Lemieux is a Clinical Associate Professor at the Université de Montréal. He completed his residency at the Université de Montréal, with a master's degree in Experimental Medicine during his training. He also completed a fellowship in autoimmune blistering diseases at the national reference center in Rouen, France. He has a specific interest in complex medical dermatology and is currently in practice at the Sacré-Coeur hospital in Montreal, where he is actively involved in residents' teaching and research.

Zaki Taher, MD

Dr. Zaki Taher is a Board-Certified Dermatologist and is the founder and medical director of Lucere Dermatology & Laser Clinics, specializing in Medical and Cosmetic Dermatology services. After completing his Dermatology residency at the University of Alberta, Dr. Taher went on to complete a prestigious Fellowship at the University of Ottawa in Laser Surgery and Cosmetic Dermatology. His areas of special interest include general medical dermatology, precancers and skin cancer management, along with medical and cosmetic applications of lasers in cutaneous surgery and rejuvenation. Dr. Taher is also an Associate Clinical Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Alberta where he teaches medical students and dermatology residents. Dr. Taher is frequently invited to speak nationally and teach on advanced neuromodulator and filler injection techniques as well as laser and cosmetic surgery applications. He is very well known for his comprehensive approach to facial rejuvenation. With a passion for research and innovation, Dr. Taher’s areas of research interest includes vascular lesions, pigmentation, facial rejuvenation, and malignant & premalignant cancer management. He is currently an active member of the Association of Clinical Research Professionals. Dr. Taher is an active member of various professional societies including being appointed President of the Alberta Society of Dermatologists. He is also an active member of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada and the Canadian Dermatology Association. Dr. Taher is also the chief medical officer of the Functionalab Dermapure Group, a physician forward organization representing over 70 clinics across Canada.

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2026-04-07

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Dermatology in Practice: Real Cases, Real Decisions, Real Challenges. Can Dermatol Today [Internet]. 2026 Apr. 7 [cited 2026 Apr. 7];7(s02):2–19. Available from: https://canadiandermatologytoday.com/article/view/7-s02-Sandre_et_al

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How to Cite

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Dermatology in Practice: Real Cases, Real Decisions, Real Challenges. Can Dermatol Today [Internet]. 2026 Apr. 7 [cited 2026 Apr. 7];7(s02):2–19. Available from: https://canadiandermatologytoday.com/article/view/7-s02-Sandre_et_al

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