Biographical Sketch
Allison T. Vidimos, RPh, MD, is Chairman of the Department of Dermatology, and Staff Physician in the Section of Micrographic Surgery (Mohs) and Oncology in the Department of Dermatology. She is also Associate Director of the Mohs Surgery Fellowship and a member of the Access Committee at Cleveland Clinic.
Dr. Vidimos received a BS degree in pharmacy with distinction from Purdue University in West Lafayette, Ind., and she received a medical degree with highest distinction from Indiana University School of Medicine in Indianapolis. Dr. Vidimos completed a medical internship and residency in dermatology at Cleveland Clinic, followed by a fellowship in dermatologic surgery and oncology. Dr. Vidimos is a Diplomate of the National Board of Medical Examiners and the American Board of Dermatology. She is licensed to practice medicine in Ohio.
Dr. Vidimos has been chosen one of the “Best Doctors in America” every year since 1998, and she is a member of the American Dermatological Association. Additionally, she is a Board member of the International Transplant Skin Cancer Cooperative, a Judicial Committee member of the American Academy of Dermatology and a member of the Office-Based Surgery Committee of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery. She is a Contributing Editor to Cosmetic Dermatology, and serves as Alumni Specialty Director for Dermatology and a Board member of the Cleveland Clinic Alumni Foundation. Dr. Vidimos has lectured extensively and has written numerous journal articles and book chapters.
Professional Highlights
American Dermatological Association, Scholarship and Leadership Honorary
Specialty Interests
Cosmetic Surgery, cutaneous oncology, laser surgery, Mohs Micrographic Surgery, Sclerotherapy
Innovations & Patents
Laser treatment for argyria; the blue-gray skin discoloration fades significantly after laser treatment
Industry Relationships
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family members. As of 9/4/2008,
Dr. Vidimos has reported no financial relationship with
industry that is applicable to this listing. Patients
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