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Dr. Elisabeth Shim, MD

Dr. Elisabeth Shim, MD

Dermatology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Elisabeth Shim, MD is a dermatologist in Santa Monica, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Shim has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision. She graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in 1994. She is affiliated with Providence Saint John's Health Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (8 reviews)

Practice

1301 20th St Santa Monica, CA 90404
Telehealth available
(310) 315-0171

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Shim specializes in the areas of Dermatology & Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Shim's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shim

4.5

8 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
88%
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
13%
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Alexandra – Apr 26, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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rlee – Jul 03, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Bob. Bergstrom in Hidden Hills Ca. – Feb 25, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. Elisabeth Shim, MD is a dermatologist in Santa Monica, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Shim has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision. She graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine...read more

  • Dermatology

  • Cosmetic Dermatologic Surgery

  • Mohs Micrographic Surgery

  • Cosmetic Dermatology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Northwestern University

    Undergraduate School

  • Oxford University

    Undergraduate School

  • Scripps Clin

    Fellowship Hospital, 1999

  • Nyu Langone Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1998

  • New York University Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1998

  • University Of Washington

    Internship Hospital, 1995

  • Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1994
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Dermatology®
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Dermatology
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Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Pacific Coast Plastic Surgery1301 20th St Santa Monica, CA 90404
1
Office50 Alessandro Pl Ste 130 Pasadena, CA 91105
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Providence Saint John's Health Center

    2121 Santa Monica Blvd
    Santa Monica, CA 90404
    Recipient of 16
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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