Dr. Tashmeeta Ahad

Dr. Tashmeeta Ahad is a clinical assistant professor and director of translational photomedicine research at the University of British Columbia (UBC) Department of Dermatology and Skin Science. She specializes in photodermatology, focusing on the translation of optical techniques for skin conditions, photosensitivity disorders, and the use of laser, photodynamic therapy, and phototherapy.
Dr. Ahad has been practicing dermatology for three years and is based in British Columbia. She is the first recipient of the Dr. Mercy Alexis Research Grant in Skin of Color Dermatology, awarded by CeraVe and the Canadian Dermatology Foundation, for her project on non-invasive optical biopsy of keratinocyte cancers to monitor treatment efficacy and response.