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Sumaira Z. Aasi, MD
Dermatologist, Mohs surgeon, Cutaneous oncology specialist, Surgical oncologist
Clinical Professor, Dermatology
Clinical Professor (By courtesy), Surgery - Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Bio:
Sumaira Z. Aasi, M.D., is a Professor of Dermatology and Director of Mohs and Dermatologic Surgery. Dr. Aasi completed a fellowship in Mohs micrographic surgery and cutaneous oncology at Yale University where she was on faculty and served as Associate Chief. Dr. Aasi helped train fellows in Mohs and Micrographic Surgery for over ten years. She has served on the Board of Directors of the American College of Mohs Surgery. Her clinical interests include management of high risk nonmelanoma skin cancers, Mohs histopathology, and reconstructive surgery.
- 450 Broadway Street
- Pavilion B, 4th Floor
- Redwood City , CA 94063
- Phone: 650-725-5272
- 900 Blake Wilbur Drive
- 3rd Floor
- Palo Alto , CA 94304
- Phone: 650-498-6000
- 900 Blake Wilbur Drive
- 3rd Floor
- Palo Alto , CA 94304
- Phone: 650-498-6000
- 450 Broadway Street
- Pavilion B, 4th Floor
- Redwood City , CA 94063
- Phone: 650-723-6316
- 450 Broadway Street
- Pavilion B, 4th Floor
- Redwood City , CA 94063
- Phone: 650-723-6316
- 450 Broadway Street
- Pavilion B, 4th Floor
- Redwood City , CA 94063
- Phone: 650-723-6316
Practice Areas
Professional Education
- Board Certification: Dermatology, American Board of Dermatology (2001)
- Residency: Northwestern Univ - McGaw Medical Center (2001) IL
- Medical Education: Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (1997) IL
- Internship: University of Chicago Hospitals (1998) IL
- Fellowship: Yale University (2002) CT
Honors & Awards
- Connecticut Magazine Top Doctors, Connecticut Magazine (2006)
- Connecticut Magazine Top Doctors, Connecticut Magazine (2007)
- Connecticut Magazine Top Doctors, Connecticut Magazine (2008)
- Connecticut Magazine Top Doctors, Connecticut Magazine (2009)
- Connecticut Magazine Top Doctors, Connecticut Magazine (2010)
- Connecticut Magazine Top Doctors, Connecticut Magazine (2011)
- Cutting Edge Research Grant Award, American Society of Dermatologic Surgery` (2003)
- Distinguished Service Award, American College of Mohs Surgery (2013)
Publications
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Complications in dermatologic surgery - How safe is safe?
Aasi, S. Z., & Leffell, D. J. (2003). Complications in dermatologic surgery - How safe is safe? ARCHIVES OF DERMATOLOGY, 139(2), 213–214. -
Bilobed transposition flap
Aasi, S. Z., & Leffell, D. J. (2005). Bilobed transposition flap. DERMATOLOGIC CLINICS, 23(1), 55-? -
Multiple facial angiofibromas: A cutaneous manifestation of Birt-Hogg-Dube syndrome
Schaffer, J. V., Gohara, M. A., McNiff, J. M., Aasi, S. Z., & Dvoretzky, I. (2005). Multiple facial angiofibromas: A cutaneous manifestation of Birt-Hogg-Dube syndrome. JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF DERMATOLOGY, 53(2), S108–S111. -
Mohs micrographic surgery histopathology concordance
Mariwalla, K., Aasi, S. Z., Glusac, E. J., & Leffell, D. J. (2009). Mohs micrographic surgery histopathology concordance. JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF DERMATOLOGY, 60(1), 94–98.
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Z-plasty made simple.
Aasi, S. Z. (2010). Z-plasty made simple. Dermatology Research and Practice, 2010, 982623-?
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Cosmetic concerns and management strategies to combat aging
Robinson, D. M., & Aasi, S. Z. (2011). Cosmetic concerns and management strategies to combat aging. MATURITAS, 70(3), 256–260.
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Hemorrhagic complications in dermatologic surgery
Bunick, C. G., & Aasi, S. Z. (2011). Hemorrhagic complications in dermatologic surgery. DERMATOLOGIC THERAPY, 24(6), 537–550.
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New Onset of Keratoacanthomas After Vismodegib Treatment for Locally Advanced Basal Cell Carcinomas: A Report of 2 Cases
Aasi, S., Silkiss, R., Tang, J. Y., Wysong, A., Liu, A., Epstein, E., … Chang, A. L. S. (2013). New Onset of Keratoacanthomas After Vismodegib Treatment for Locally Advanced Basal Cell Carcinomas: A Report of 2 Cases. JAMA DERMATOLOGY, 149(2), 242–243.
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Single-stage turn-over muscular hinge flap with Burow's full-thickness skin graft to repair oral commissure defect.
Wysong, A., & Aasi, S. Z. (2013). Single-stage turn-over muscular hinge flap with Burow's full-thickness skin graft to repair oral commissure defect. Dermatologic Surgery , 39(10), 1530–1534.
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Update on metastatic basal cell carcinoma: a summary of published cases from 1981 through 2011.
Wysong, A., Aasi, S. Z., & Tang, J. Y. (2013). Update on metastatic basal cell carcinoma: a summary of published cases from 1981 through 2011. JAMA Dermatology , 149(5), 615–616.
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Comment on basal cell carcinoma rebound after cessation of vismodegib in an individual with basal cell nevus syndrome.
Ally, M. S., Wysong, A., Tang, J. Y., & Aasi, S. (2013). Comment on basal cell carcinoma rebound after cessation of vismodegib in an individual with basal cell nevus syndrome. Dermatologic Surgery , 39(9), 1413–1414.
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Dermatologic diseases and disorders
Dermatologic diseases and disorders. (2002). Geriatrics Review Syllabus, 5.
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Dermatologic diseases and disorders
Dermatologic diseases and disorders. (2006). Geriatrics Review Syllabus, 6.
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Successful correction of depressed scars of the forehead secondary to trauma and morpheme en coup de saber by autologous free dermal-fat graft.
Successful correction of depressed scars of the forehead secondary to trauma and morpheme en coup de saber by autologous free dermal-fat graft. (2000). Dermatol Surg., (26).
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Free margin distortion
Free margin distortion. (2008). Complications in Cutaneous Surgery.
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Melanoma and Non-melanoma Skin Cancer
Melanoma and Non-melanoma Skin Cancer. (2010). Dermatology A Pictorial Review, 2.
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Cancer of the skin
Cancer of the skin. (2011). Cancer Principles and Practice of Oncology, 9.
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Cancer of the skin
Cancer of the skin. (2005). Cancer Principles and Practice of Oncology, 7.
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Ellipse, ellipse variations and dog-ear repairs
Ellipse, ellipse variations and dog-ear repairs. (2005). Surgery of the Skin.
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Cancer of the skin
Cancer of the skin. (2008). Cancer Principles and Practice of Oncology, 8.
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Dermatologic surgery: introduction to anatomy and approach
Dermatologic surgery: introduction to anatomy and approach. (2008). Fitzpatrick's Dermatology in General Medicine, 7.
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Skin cancer prevention and photo protection in organ transplant recipients
Skin cancer prevention and photo protection in organ transplant recipients. (2008). Skin Diseases in Organ Transplantation.
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Commentary: Expanding the Donor Site Options for Full-Thickness Skin Grafts
Commentary: Expanding the Donor Site Options for Full-Thickness Skin Grafts. (2010). Dermatol Surg., 36.
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Autoantibodies to type VII collagen have heterogeneous subclass and light chain compositions and their complement-activating capacities do not correlate with the inflammatory clinical phenotype.
Autoantibodies to type VII collagen have heterogeneous subclass and light chain compositions and their complement-activating capacities do not correlate with the inflammatory clinical phenotype. (2000). J Clinical Immunol., 20.
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Aquagenic palmoplantar keratoderma
Aquagenic palmoplantar keratoderma. (2001). J Am Acad Dermatol, (44).
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Idiopathic eruptive macular pigmentation: A case of 21 years' duration
Mehta, S., Aasi, S., Cole, R., Chu, P., & Weinberg, J. M. (2003). Idiopathic eruptive macular pigmentation: A case of 21 years' duration. JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF DERMATOLOGY, 49(5), S280–S282.
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Atlas of Practical Mohs Histopathology
Aasi, S. Z., Leffell, D. J., & Lazova, R. Z. (2013). Atlas of Practical Mohs Histopathology.
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Histopathologic assessment of depth of follicular invasion of squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) in situ (SCCis): Implications for treatment approach
Christensen, S. R., McNiff, J. M., Cool, A. J., Aasi, S. Z., Hanlon, A. M., & Leffell, D. J. (2016). Histopathologic assessment of depth of follicular invasion of squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) in situ (SCCis): Implications for treatment approach. JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF DERMATOLOGY, 74(2), 356–362.
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Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Version 1.2016
Bichakjian, C. K., Olencki, T., Aasi, S. Z., Alam, M., Andersen, J. S., Berg, D., … Engh, A. (2016). Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Version 1.2016. JOURNAL OF THE NATIONAL COMPREHENSIVE CANCER NETWORK, 14(5), 574–596.
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Skin Cancer Prevention and Treatment in Solid Organ Transplant Patients: A Survey of the International Transplant Skin Cancer Collaborative.
Wang, A., Chan, A.-W., Aasi, S., Lee, C., & Krathen, M. (2016). Skin Cancer Prevention and Treatment in Solid Organ Transplant Patients: A Survey of the International Transplant Skin Cancer Collaborative. Dermatologic Surgery , 42(5), 682–683.
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Management of High-Risk Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Skin.
Fu, T., Aasi, S. Z., & Hollmig, S. T. (2016). Management of High-Risk Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Skin. Current Treatment Options in Oncology, 17(7), 34-?
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Classification of basal cell carcinoma in human skin using machine learning and quantitative features captured by polarization sensitive optical coherence tomography
Marvdashti, T., Duan, L., Aasi, S. Z., Tang, J. Y., & Bowden, A. K. E. (2016). Classification of basal cell carcinoma in human skin using machine learning and quantitative features captured by polarization sensitive optical coherence tomography. BIOMEDICAL OPTICS EXPRESS, 7(9), 3721–3735.
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Classification of basal cell carcinoma in human skin using machine learning and quantitative features captured by polarization sensitive optical coherence tomography.
Marvdashti, T., Duan, L., Aasi, S. Z., Tang, J. Y., & Ellerbee Bowden, A. K. (2016). Classification of basal cell carcinoma in human skin using machine learning and quantitative features captured by polarization sensitive optical coherence tomography. Biomedical Optics Express, 7(9), 3721–3735.
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Node-positive cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck: Survival, high-risk features, and adjuvant chemoradiotherapy outcomes.
Amoils, M., Lee, C. S., Sunwoo, J., Aasi, S. Z., Hara, W., Kim, J., … Divi, V. (2017). Node-positive cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck: Survival, high-risk features, and adjuvant chemoradiotherapy outcomes. Head & Neck.
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Patient Comments
Patients comments are gathered from our Patient Satisfaction Survey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
SHC Patient, Apr 2018
Excellent.
SHC Patient, Apr 2018
very good
SHC Patient, Mar 2018
they dont get any better tan dr aasi!!!!!!!!!
SHC Patient, Mar 2018
absolutely trust the provider!
SHC Patient, Mar 2018
Dr. Aasi is very good!
SHC Patient, Mar 2018
Dr. Assai is a truly amazing example of someone who is incredibly smart, talented, and extremely skilled and artful at what she does, yet is also kind, thoughtful, very helpful and supportive. The value of her acumen and bedside manner cannot be overstated --this facial procedure felt like it could have horrifyingly brought my deepest fears to life. I cannot imagine having felt like I was in any better hands for this scary experience, than I felt with Dr. Assai (plus with the comforting, efficient & stellar nursing staff Profulla, Susan and Christine) I am deeply grateful to her for removing the unexpectedly large amount of skin CA from my face, while artfully minimizing the disturbing effects and assuring me that the scarring would not be as terrible as it immediately seemed. Although this was the absolute worst & most disturbing medical procedure I have ever experienced, Dr. Assai and her crew somehow managed to also make this the best medical experience I've ever had.
SHC Patient, Mar 2018
Everyone involved was fantastic
SHC Patient, Mar 2018
Probably one of the best derm. surgeons in Bay Area, even recommended by nurses and doctors!
SHC Patient, Mar 2018
I do every day to everybody.
SHC Patient, Mar 2018
Susan was great...she did the numbing and helped assist during procedure.
SHC Patient, Feb 2018
really top notch. felt like we were in the best place/hands possible
SHC Patient, Feb 2018
Dr. Aasi is excellent--very thorough, careful, and knowledgeable. She is patient-centered and very professional.
SHC Patient, Feb 2018
Dr. Aasi knows her stuff. I would recommend her to another person.
SHC Patient, Feb 2018
I will never be able to fully express my superlatives for all Dr. Aasi does. Her skills as a surgeon are unbelievable, but more importantly her sincere care for patients is an example for all!
SHC Patient, Feb 2018
I have recommended Dr. Aasi to several friends already.
SHC Patient, Feb 2018
First time ever been there or had this procedure so I was nervous and they (all nurses) and especially Dr. Aasi were very caring!
SHC Patient, Feb 2018
I feel so fortunate for care from Dr. Aasi and all workers at Stanford Dermatology. Extremely professional.
SHC Patient, Feb 2018
good
SHC Patient, Feb 2018
Dr Aasi takes the time to explain possible outcomes, which direction she thinks is best.
SHC Patient, Feb 2018
Dr Aasi is clearly at the top of her profession. She took the time to answer all of my questions and concerns, and she is very kind and compassionate.
SHC Patient, Feb 2018
I have no doubt the Dr. is very good at what she does and I'm pleased with the outcome, but she certainly gave me the impression of having way too much on her plate to spend any more than the minimum amount of time with me, not that I required or expected a lot of hand holding.
SHC Patient, Feb 2018
They never appeared rushed. Spent the time with both myself and my husband without looking at watch or looking irritated.
SHC Patient, Feb 2018
Dr. Aasi is "one of a kind"; brilliant, efficient, compassionate, informed and though "fast" I never felt rushed!
SHC Patient, Feb 2018
Dr. Aasi did superb technical surgery removing two dermal lesions and was very professional and caring in all interactions.
SHC Patient, Feb 2018
I have had plenty of experience in my life with other health care providers including UCSF down to for profit clinics. Having had that range of experience I feel completely justified in saying I would (and have) recommend Stanford for any health care need. I have no illusions about Stanford being inhumanly perfect but, you guys are as good as health care can get in this day and age.
SHC Patient, Jan 2018
I have already recommended Dr. Aasi to a friend. She is a no-nonsense physician but her compassion is very evident.
SHC Patient, Jan 2018
Dr Aasi and staff are excellent!
SHC Patient, Jan 2018
As alway, Care Privider was respectful, professional and I had complete confidence in her.
SHC Patient, Jan 2018
dr Aasi is outstanding
SHC Patient, Jan 2018
Very nice and knowledgeable people.
SHC Patient, Dec 2017
Very pleasant a bit officious (moves very quickly), but absolutely did stop & respond fully to my questions.
SHC Patient, Dec 2017
Excellent experience.
SHC Patient, Dec 2017
I have seen a many good doctors at Stanford, but Dr. Aasi is the best. She puts everything into helping her patients.
SHC Patient, Dec 2017
The care I was give was outstanding.
SHC Patient, Dec 2017
Dr. Aasi explains so you understand the next step. Also, she gave a good list of dermatologist she recommend as the one I was seeing had left Stanford. Very caring! (And thorough!).
SHC Patient, Dec 2017
Surgical super hero team! Proficient, confidence in what they were doing.
SHC Patient, Dec 2017
Very good.
SHC Patient, Nov 2017
the provider and her nurse were excellent
SHC Patient, Nov 2017
All nurses and the doctor were highly competent and explained everything very clearly to me, made me feel at ease.
SHC Patient, Nov 2017
Dr. Aasi was the perfect physician in helping us to understand the patient's options and conditions.
SHC Patient, Nov 2017
What can I say? You are great!
SHC Patient, Nov 2017
The entire team was excellent.
SHC Patient, Nov 2017
I appreciate the high level of communication between Dr Aasi and my dermatologist at Mayo Clinic.
SHC Patient, Nov 2017
Dr. Aasi is the most compassionate and skilled physician I have ever had the pleasure to see for my health care needs. She explained everything in terms I understood. She answered all my questions and showed me exactly what the surgery would involve. She was genuinely pleased with how well I am healing and she has always been available to answer any questions I may send her through MyHealth online. She truly cares and as a result made me feel cared for and comfortable and glad to see her. I would highly recommend her.
SHC Patient, Oct 2017
Very kind,caring and professional. She was just so wonderful in all aspects!
SHC Patient, Oct 2017
Dr Aasi is amazing, knowledgeable, extremely skilled and compassionate. Even called me from out of state to address my concerns.
SHC Patient, Oct 2017
I cannot imagine a better dr. than Dr. Aasi. Extremely knowledgeable, personal, and skilled. I was fortunate to have her for my Moh's procedure. She is the rock-star class of drs!
SHC Patient, Sep 2017
Used layperson language. When, as a health professional myself, I wished to know the technical terms, I was given them readily.
SHC Patient, Sep 2017
I have been cared for by Dr Aasi and her staff three times over several years. Two MOHS and one PDT. She is such a professional. Superb communication. Very caring. Extremely capable. I have never had any wound trouble. My stitches are excellent. Healing is without any pain or bleeding. I am very grateful for the quality care I receive
SHC Patient, Sep 2017
Dr. Aasi was excellent!
SHC Patient, Sep 2017
I really liked the dermatologist - she spent quality time with me and answered all my questions directly and specifically. I feel like everyone I encountered respected me as an informed patient.
SHC Patient, Sep 2017
Doctor seemed a bit rushed first thing in the morning. Asked questions and asked more questions over my answers. But I would not hold this against her because everything that happened after that was fantastic. She explained everything she was doing as she did it. She gave explanations of good depth and was very willing to answer any questions I may have had. I loved the fact that she explained everything I needed to know to take care of my sutures after I went home AND the best part was that I was also given these instructions in written form which were written with good depth and explanation. I referred to those instructions for 3 or 4 days, as the wound healed and changed. A couple days after the surgery I became concerned that my suture broke. I used myHealth to send a photo of what the sutures looked like and a nurse got back to me within an hour. It really helped to have access to someone from the doctors office to tell me if something was really wrong. As it turned out, everything was OK. I am so glad I didn't have to worry for hours over this needlessly. All in all, my experience was excellent and I can say with confident that I trusted this doctor and felt she had the experience to do what needed to be done. I also really like the fact that all of the doctors notes, biopsy results, diagnosis etc. are in myHealth. This is going to be so important to me in the future.
SHC Patient, Sep 2017
Dr. Assi is a fantastic doctor and so is the team that assists her.
SHC Patient, Sep 2017
Even though she was running late, she clearly took the needed time to be thorough.
SHC Patient, Sep 2017
The sugary went very well with no pain at all.
SHC Patient, Sep 2017
Both physician and nurse were completely prepared and ready for me. They worked well together.
SHC Patient, Sep 2017
I feel like I'm an integral part of the time and that my concerns really get addressed.
SHC Patient, Sep 2017
Dr. Aasi is the most compassionate Doctor I have ever met. She was kind, caring, and very professional. Everything about my procedure was explained to me in terms I understood. I was very fortunate to have her as my surgeon.
SHC Patient, Aug 2017
This doctor and her assistants were extremely professional and courteous.
SHC Patient, Aug 2017
I can't say enough good things about my experience.
SHC Patient, Aug 2017
Dr. Aasi is an excellent surgeon and I am very glad to be treated by her. Have a high degree of confidence in a way she did a procedure.
SHC Patient, Aug 2017
Very good on my service.
SHC Patient, Jul 2017
Doctor Aasi is the greatest!
SHC Patient, Jul 2017
I have never met a better doctor than Dr. Aasi. She is brilliant, caring, beyond knowledgeable and delightful.
SHC Patient, Jul 2017
Very competent and professional
SHC Patient, Jul 2017
I like her...she is very professional
SHC Patient, Jul 2017
Dr. AasI is great!
SHC Patient, Jul 2017
She is outstanding. Dr. Aasi & her staff.
SHC Patient, Jul 2017
I have seen many good doctor a Stanford but Doctor Aasi is a notch above. A really terrific person & doctor.
SHC Patient, Jun 2017
I especially appreciated the thoroughness of Dr. Aasi's explanation to me about the various viewpoints regarding my earlier left cheek surgery and why this additional one was necessary. It was very open in a way that I wish more doctors would follow. '
SHC Patient, Jun 2017
Good.
SHC Patient, Jun 2017
All excellent.
SHC Patient, Jun 2017
The nurse was excellent and the doctor top notch!
SHC Patient, Jun 2017
I tell everyone how great my Dr. and her staff are with me and my family.
SHC Patient, Jun 2017
Excellent.
SHC Patient, Jun 2017
Good all around.
SHC Patient, Jun 2017
Dr. Aasi is an outstanding physician/surgeon. She has vast expertise, is most knowledgeable about her profession, is caring, is decisive, and concerned about my welfare. I can tell she is an excellent trainer and is a good director of her surgical team.
SHC Patient, Jun 2017
only complaint was the numbing process could have been more considerate. I brought a driver so I could have something for the anxiety. Right after I was given it, the needles started without any reprieve. Be considerate of patient's fears.
SHC Patient, May 2017
Dr. Aasi is incredible! Her professionalism, dedication, and concern and brilliance are superlative!
SHC Patient, May 2017
I thought it was wonderful that she offered me the opportunity to view the cyst that she was removing. I think she could tell that I was interested.
SHC Patient, May 2017
Solid staff and a good experience.
SHC Patient, May 2017
EXCELLENT
SHC Patient, May 2017
Dr. Aasi and her staff were excellent. My husband has had several surgeries performed by Dr. Aasi so I have seen her wonderful abilities and manner at all times.
SHC Patient, May 2017
I was very impressed with the whole team and the time taken to answer my questions. A first class experience.
SHC Patient, Apr 2017
One of the best medical experiences. Dr Aasi and Christine Ignacio were skilled, informative, patient and friendly. Could not have been better.
SHC Patient, Apr 2017
Excllent
SHC Patient, Apr 2017
They gave me Excllent Care also my family was informed on every thing. very good
SHC Patient, Apr 2017
All around very efficient.
SHC Patient, Apr 2017
Very good really enjoyed having Sumaira Zareen Aasi MD do the procedure.
SHC Patient, Mar 2017
Dr Agasi is amazing. so lucky to have her treat me. she is kind, thoughtful and her work is beautiful.
SHC Patient, Mar 2017
Dr. Aasi was incredible. She was generous with her time and took very good care of me. Her surgical skills are very impressive and I could not be happier with the treatment I received.
SHC Patient, Mar 2017
Dr. Aasi is wonderful & always takes time as needed.
SHC Patient, Mar 2017
my relatives and neighbors agree Dr Aasi is doing a great job on my face.
SHC Patient, Mar 2017
I couldn't have asked for a more competent, professional, comforting care provider.
SHC Patient, Mar 2017
Good
SHC Patient, Mar 2017
again, the care I received from the doctor was superb.
SHC Patient, Mar 2017
the doctor and nurses did a wonderful job
SHC Patient, Mar 2017
Dr. Aasi is very caring and thoughtful and gives me detailed explanations that I so appreciate.
SHC Patient, Mar 2017
I'm so impressed. And so happy to have found Dr. Aasi and her team. The whole team has a wonderful professional demeanor while also being warm and patient. All my questions were taken seriously, and explanations were given appropriate time. There was genuine concern for my comfort (both physical and otherwise). I have the utmost confidence in the work done, and will refer my family if there is any need for them to have such work. Thank you to Dr. Aasi and her team!
SHC Patient, Mar 2017
Dr. Aasi was very helpful. She took the time to answer my questions, and she was caring and personable in understanding my worries. That gave me a lot of comfort.
SHC Patient, Mar 2017
Great service and care concern
SHC Patient, Feb 2017
very pleased with everyone interacting with me
SHC Patient, Feb 2017
Good.
SHC Patient, Feb 2017
Dr. Aasi is always very forthright about any procedures she is doing, demonstrates concern about my welfare and is very thorough in her evaluation and reporting back to me on what the results of the procedure/s are. I have great confidence in her abilities as a surgeon and medical practitioner.
SHC Patient, Feb 2017
Great Doctor
SHC Patient, Feb 2017
Dr. Aasi is wonderful. love the way she cares and explains.
SHC Patient, Feb 2017
I come all the way from Berkeley to see Dr. Aasi....She is kind and answers all my concerns but most important I totally trust her.
SHC Patient, Jan 2017
Considering her busy schedule, thought my care provider was quiet solicitous & generous with her time, balacing efficiency of treatment. And made sure I was CLEAR on everything.
SHC Patient, Jan 2017
So good.
SHC Patient, Jan 2017
Dr. Aasi's dermatological surgery was excellent. I can highly recommend her.
SHC Patient, Jan 2017
She is excellent on all counts.
SHC Patient, Jan 2017
Dr. Aasi and her entire staff are such an excellent team. They informed me of everything that they were doing before, during and after the procedure. I was in great hands. I feel lucky to live in the Bay Area and I am very fortunate to have access to such high quality, experienced medical professionals like Dr. Aasi and all of her nurses. They are the best.
SHC Patient, Dec 2016
My surgical team was great!
SHC Patient, Dec 2016
Excellent surgeon!
SHC Patient, Dec 2016
Excellent Doctor (and team), but under time pressure.
SHC Patient, Dec 2016
I cannot say enough about the immediate and wonderful care provided to me by Dr. Sumaira Aasi. First of all, I dropped in to see if I could get an early-morning "drop-in" appointment with someone at the clinic and Dr. Aasi was very gracious to see me before she started her appointments for the day. She was very conversational about what she saw in my healing wound and was forthcoming to explain to me everything she was thinking about the wound, how I could improve my wound care, and assured me that the wound was NOT infected, which is what prompted me to stop by the clinic in the first place. Dr. Aasi spent precious time explaining to me how to improve the care of my wound, exposing it to air to let it dry, keeping it dressed with Vaseline, and making sure that I had a follow-up appointment with Dr. Hollmig (the original surgeon) the following week. Dr. Hollmig was not in the clinic that day. Dr. Hollmig did a follow-up call later that day. I don't know what I did to deserve the VIP treatment...possibly they had me confused with someone on Trump's Transition Team...who knows...but I was receiving First Class treatment!!! I felt very cared for and it was made very clear that I was to call at any time if I felt the wound was not healing as it should or if I became concerned about infection. Dr. Aasi also noted that I had a severe athlete's foot skin condition and she prescribed Econazole cream which has since cured a chronic leprosy-like skin problem which I have had with both feet forever. As I stand right now, I have a rather extraordinary condition of Extremely Happy Feet!!!
SHC Patient, Dec 2016
Dr. Aasi is an outstanding clinician and a very kind person.
SHC Patient, Dec 2016
I really can't imagine a better experience!
SHC Patient, Dec 2016
These will all be great because it all went as well as could be
SHC Patient, Nov 2016
Dr. Assi was rushed as she had too many patients. She was good and attentive, but still rushed.
SHC Patient, Nov 2016
Excellent
SHC Patient, Nov 2016
Dr. Aasi is an excellent physician who has the ability to put me at ease very quickly. She and her staff provided me with very good care.
SHC Patient, Nov 2016
Dr Asii is very involved, courteous, and caring. Makes sure I understand everything.
SHC Patient, Nov 2016
Dr. Aase is a dermatology superb surgeon, the best I have ever had.
SHC Patient, Nov 2016
I am really happy with all the care and services I received here!
SHC Patient, Oct 2016
Excellent!
SHC Patient, Oct 2016
I have only the most favorable comments about Dr. Aasi (who had operated on me a few years ago and wisely advised me on a possible cancer problem which resolved itself as she had suspected). She has amazing surgical skills, excellent communication and it shows that she obviously cares a great deal about her patients and their healthy outcomes. I think she is the best doctor I have had in my 85 years. I had initially gone to my local eye doctor for a possible stye and was delighted to discover that his surgical colleague regularly cooperates with Dr. Aasi on this kind of problem!
SHC Patient, Oct 2016
excellent from start to finish
SHC Patient, Oct 2016
Dr Aasi is very kind and care about her patient. She gave me good explanations about my condition and gave assurance for my worries. Her assistants or team members are also very helpful, friendly and courteous.
SHC Patient, Oct 2016
Dr. Aasi & her staff are outstanding.
SHC Patient, Sep 2016
Dr. Aasi is very kind and care about patient, she performs an excellent excision the cyst on my back and exams throughout. Her team members are also very helpful, friendly and courteous.
SHC Patient, Sep 2016
After evaluating the site for MOHS, Dr. Aasi recommended monitoring rather than proceeding. I agreed with her recommendation.
SHC Patient, Sep 2016
Dr. Aasi is one of the best doctors that we ever met. She was very concern about my moms condition that she wanted me to bring her back the next day so the doctor could check on her progress since she was bleeding a lot and a few other medical concerns. Made me feel good about that.
SHC Patient, Sep 2016
Dr. Aasi was able to talk and work at the same time - clear & responsive.
SHC Patient, Sep 2016
Treated the problem I was referred for and also suggested and provided other treatments while I was there. Excellent care!
SHC Patient, Sep 2016
Dr. Aashi is awesome. I would recommend her very highly. She is an expert, an excellent doctor and a compassionate person. I felt very lucky to be able to get her for my surgery.
SHC Patient, Sep 2016
Dr. Aasi (dermatologist) is the best.
SHC Patient, Sep 2016
I definitely had confidence in this person.
SHC Patient, Sep 2016
some small difference between verbal and written instructions regarding care.
SHC Patient, Sep 2016
Dr. Aasi did the hard part of surgery, Dr. Kuo did all the graph & stitching for (1/2 hrs.) Both were exceptional professionals. Very caring and skillful.
SHC Patient, Sep 2016
I couldn't be more pleased or impressed with Dr. Aasi. She shows genuine caring and spends as much time as necessary with me. Since I will be away from the Bay Area for awhile, she suggested we stay in touch using photos and messages on MyHealth so she can monitor my progress. This is great!
SHC Patient, Sep 2016
Dr. Aasi is very competent and a good communicator
SHC Patient, Aug 2016
Dr. Aasi is fabulous! I feel very blessed to have someone of her caliber. Thank you Stanford Health Care!
SHC Patient, Aug 2016
Excellent experience with the surgeon. Kept me fully informed. Answered all of my questions. Made it clear that I could get in touch any time with concerns after I went home.
SHC Patient, Aug 2016
She is an outstanding professional. I had every confidence in her judgment.
SHC Patient, Aug 2016
Dr Assi was wonderful! Explained the procedure, the options, and the follow up care....very supportive and caring.
SHC Patient, Aug 2016
Dr. Aasi and the very competent staff gave me outstanding care and follow-up care.
SHC Patient, Aug 2016
Dr. Aasi and the very competent staff gave me outstanding care and follow-up care.
SHC Patient, Jul 2016
During my past surgeries, the surgeon explained the complete process before they began. This procedure was explained to me briefly.
SHC Patient, Jul 2016
5-Star treatment and care. Dr. Aasi and her well-trained residents and nurses were exceptional. The skill, care, coordination and teamwork they displayed during my six-hour "procedure" was quite simply superb. I was in the good hands of great people. Whew!
SHC Patient, Jul 2016
Dr. Aazi is such a friendly, compassionate human being. We couldn't feel more confident or reassured with her care.
SHC Patient, Jul 2016
Dr. Aasi is an excellent doctor. She discussed all of the options with me. The surgery went very well and she explained everything. I would highly recommend her and her staff.
SHC Patient, Jul 2016
Dr. Aasi was very credible - she explained things clearly and concisely and didn't ever make me feel rushed. Mauricia tailored my after-care options to the fact that I would have a hard time changing the bandage, and both made me feel like I was in the best possible hands. I felt so comfortable the whole time - to the point that I almost forgot that I wasn't there for an elective surgery.
SHC Patient, Jul 2016
I was very impressed with Dr Aasi and her resident. Both were very professional and had a very nice personal manner.
SHC Patient, Jul 2016
I loved Dr. Aasi and have already recommended her to a friend looking for a derm surgeon. She didn't seem rushed, took time to explain everything, and made me feel very relaxed. And her technique is impeccable - I felt almost no pain and there was no bruising, which is impressive given the depth of the procedure!
SHC Patient, Jul 2016
We felt very confident with all of the providers that we worked with on that day. It was a pleasure working with them.
SHC Patient, Jul 2016
Wonderful Dr. and staff.
SHC Patient, Jul 2016
Dr. Aasi is an extremely knowledgeable and skillful surgeon. She explained things very well also.
SHC Patient, Jun 2016
After this experience, I would not want any other care provider. I would and will recommend her to anyone and everyone who might need dermatological surgery in the future.
SHC Patient, Jun 2016
Care provider recommended further evaluation by other providers ,but referrals were never made. I even send two messages regarding this .but never received an answer.
SHC Patient, Jun 2016
Beyond excellent
SHC Patient, Jun 2016
Dr. Aasi is stellar. This is my second surgery with her and she does a great job genuinely listening to me, keeping me informed of what is going on, and working with me to determine the best options for my specific situation.
SHC Patient, Jun 2016
Dr. Aasi is a TERRIFIC surgeon.
SHC Patient, May 2016
Friendly & excellent care was given to me by all who attended
SHC Patient, May 2016
Really appreciated the time she took to talk through options, so we could do the minimally invasive procedure in the end.
SHC Patient, May 2016
Dr. Aasi is simply the BEST. She took care of my son and now takes care of me. She and her staff are very caring, friendly and they show me they really care. I know I'm in good hands with Dr. Aasi and that she will take very good care of me.
SHC Patient, Apr 2016
Dr. Aasi always tells me what is available for me and lets me make decisions for follow up treatment.
SHC Patient, Apr 2016
Superior care.
SHC Patient, Apr 2016
Outstanding.
SHC Patient, Apr 2016
We continue to be amazed and delighted with Dr. Asi's superb patient/client care!! she is Tops!! We have recommended her to others for any dermo needs! We travel from TX (Houston Area) to avail ourselves of the excellentt Stanford care!!!
SHC Patient, Apr 2016
Doctor was amazing!!!! Explained all of my options very clearly. Went step by step as she was doing procedure. Checked to be sure I was doing ok. Clearly explained discharge instructions.
SHC Patient, Apr 2016
Dr Aasi is someone I have full confidence in. An outstanding doctor.
SHC Patient, Apr 2016
helpful, friendly, used layman's terms. Excellent communicator and listened well also.
SHC Patient, Mar 2016
Dr. Aasi is an outstanding physician!
SHC Patient, Mar 2016
Good!!!!
SHC Patient, Mar 2016
Dr. Aasi's entire staff was friendly, professional and informative. The actual surgery and procedure was 1st class in every way.
SHC Patient, Mar 2016
Dr. Aasi provided excellent, compassionate care for me during the surgery and during the follow-up visit. I have recommended her to my primary care physician for any patients who need dermatological surgery.
SHC Patient, Mar 2016
Dr. Aasi is the ideal dr./surgeon. She is kind & understanding, has a great sense of humor and yet is superb in her practice, as well as managing her staff & department. I cannot say enough good things about her.
SHC Patient, Feb 2016
I have already told my family and friends what great care was provided to me.
SHC Patient, Feb 2016
Dr. Aasi is fantastic - very professional, caring & calls me by name - I feel I am not a number!
SHC Patient, Feb 2016
Great experience... knowledgeable and personable. Couldn't ask for better.
SHC Patient, Feb 2016
Doctor Aasi, nurse & staff, have performed several surgeries, on my face, neck & nose. I would highly recommend, Doctor Aasi & her team to others.
SHC Patient, Feb 2016
Dr Aasi was fantastic. She included me every step of the way and made sure I was comfortable and confident in every decision.
SHC Patient, Feb 2016
Always very good!
SHC Patient, Feb 2016
Would highly recommend. Dr. Assi took care of my son which is why I elected to continue treatment for her Everyone is just awesome.
SHC Patient, Feb 2016
Dr. Aasi is a wonderful physician. My surgery was delayed due to circumstances outside her control, but she called me herself to apologize. I am very happy with how surgery went and the level of care and consultation I was provided. Highly, highly recommend her to anyone.
SHC Patient, Jan 2016
I have been seeing Dr Assi for a year. She performed Mohs surgery on my nose which ended up needing a graft. She was extremely capable and her manner was both caring and professional. I had a few issues around the problems listed above. i would email her through My Health and either she or one of the nurses would get back to me the same day. I was able to send them photos through my Health which was very helpful. They always responded very quickly and addressed my concerns and answered my questions. Dr Assi and her team have always consistently been the best!
SHC Patient, Jan 2016
Highly competent and professional
SHC Patient, Jan 2016
Dr was very sharp, Knew her stuff, very polite.
SHC Patient, Jan 2016
Dr. Aasi is the model of what every physician should be. She is extremely skilled, knowledgeable, and confident. Her assisting medical team is outstanding. I am lucky to have access to Dr. Aasi and her team for my medical needs.
SHC Patient, Jan 2016
All of the staff that participated in my treatment that day were caring and very communicative. I felt that I mattered aa an individual, not that I was just another body to be worked on.
SHC Patient, Jan 2016
Dr. Aasi is a total professional. She makes me feel very well cared for. She really cares about the outcome of my procedure.
SHC Patient, Jan 2016
Dr. Ausi was a fine example of Stanford excellence. THE BEST.
SHC Patient, Jan 2016
The MA was the primary contact on this appointment, with Dr Aasi coming in to the room to check on the progress. I was very comfortable with the arrangement.
SHC Patient, Jan 2016
Dr. Assi even had Dr. Badger come in before the surgery.
SHC Patient, Jan 2016
The doctor and all other care staff were excellent.
SHC Patient, Dec 2015
excellent
SHC Patient, Dec 2015
Everything was extremely well done -- appointment went exactly as I had been told and everyone was at their CICARE best.
SHC Patient, Dec 2015
I received excellent care from the nurses to the doctors to the administrative staff.
SHC Patient, Dec 2015
Dr. Aasi listened to my concerns re my lip and did a biopsy. She explained my choices and we made the best selection for me.
SHC Patient, Nov 2015
The entire staff was very professional.
SHC Patient, Nov 2015
Love the dermatology clinic. Staff is awesome very professional and always helpful
SHC Patient, Nov 2015
Always feel well cared for by Dr. Aasi and her staff!
SHC Patient, Nov 2015
Excellent!
SHC Patient, Oct 2015
Dr. Aasi is fantastic. Skilled, compassionate and thoughtful. The entire team worked well together. There is clearly a serious concern for patient well-being, safety and comfort.
SHC Patient, Oct 2015
Dr Assai is excellent
SHC Patient, Oct 2015
Dr. Aasi is awesome. The best I have ever seen.
SHC Patient, Sep 2015
Dr. Aasi is excellent and her group of women are excellent!!!!!
SHC Patient, Sep 2015
the best
SHC Patient, Sep 2015
The entire derm/surg team were outstanding including the wait /coffee room providing fresh fruit and pastries.
SHC Patient, Sep 2015
My experience at Stanford Dermatology couldn't have been better. I had an outstanding surgeon, Dr. Aasi, who performed a successful procedure.
SHC Patient, Aug 2015
Very thoroughal. I couldn't have asked for more, everyone was exceptionally wonderful. Again, not sure 5 is high enough
SHC Patient, Aug 2015
I have seen Dr. Aasi for 4 years and have always found her to be a consummate professional. She has superb knowledge of her field; is wonderful at communicating what needs to be done, what the options are, and what the pros and cons are; is meticulous in her practice as a surgeon; is caring and compassionate in dealing with patients; and has recruited and maintains a wonderful support staff of nursing professionals.
SHC Patient, Aug 2015
best medical experience I've had
SHC Patient, Aug 2015
I've mentioned this before: I consider myself fortunate to be in Dr. Aasi's care. She is always medical perfection personified.
SHC Patient, Aug 2015
Dr. Aasi and her team (Dr. Gee, resident and Christina Saucedo (Clinical Nurse) provided me with absolutely superior medical treatment and care. They all made me feel comfortable for a truly uncomfortable procedure and I felt I was under the care of very competent and extremely nice and respectful health care providers. I don't think it gets much better than this. Dr. Aasi has an especially comforting bedside manner and it is clear she is excellent at what she does. Dr. Gee's bedside mannner as a resident was also exceptional and I'm sure he will make a very fine Dermatologist or Dermatology surgeon, if that's the path he chooses. I am very grateful that I was able to receive such excellent from this amazing Stanford team!
SHC Patient, Jul 2015
Some printed post-surgical instructions were incorrect.
SHC Patient, Jul 2015
Excellent doctor
SHC Patient, Jun 2015
The Doctor was so good that I didn't even bruise!!
SHC Patient, Jun 2015
Dr. Aasi gave me information about possible variations in the cost of the medication depending on the insurance company or pharmacy. This was very helpful.
SHC Patient, Jun 2015
I consider myself very fortunate to be in Dr. Aasi's care and I've told her so. She never fails to listen carefully to anything I have to say and our relationship relative to my care is best described as collaborative. Most important, she never makes me feel rushed or that our meeting has to be hurried along. I realize she's busy and has other patients to see, yet we manage to use our time together efficiently and we all come away satisfied.
SHC Patient, Jun 2015
All experiences have been excellent.
SHC Patient, Apr 2015
Dr. Aasi is one amazing doctor. She showed concern, answered all my questions - She really went above and beyond. She even answered a medical question my friend had. We love Dr. Aasi.
SHC Patient, Mar 2015
Dr. Aasi is wonderful. Listens, explains clearly, shows empathy.
SHC Patient, Mar 2015
it was excellent. best experience with a physican ever
SHC Patient, Mar 2015
Excelent over all
SHC Patient, Mar 2015
Wonderful experience
SHC Patient, Mar 2015
Very pleased with my care
SHC Patient, Mar 2015
Dr. Aasi is very organized, efficient and is wonderful to her patients!
SHC Patient, Mar 2015
Careful surgery - results good!
SHC Patient, Jan 2015
Dr. Aasi & all the nurses were super!
SHC Patient, Dec 2014
Excellent service.
SHC Patient, Aug 2014
Dr. Aasi and staff were outstanding.
SHC Patient, Jul 2014
I am a VA patient sent to Dr. Aasi for a Mohs procedure as of today I am very happy with the results.
SHC Patient, Jul 2014
Dr. Aasi explained everything - you are so lucky to have her on staff.
SHC Patient, Jul 2014
Positive.
SHC Patient, Jun 2014
She is the best dr. I have ever seen!
SHC Patient, Jun 2014
Dr. is one of the BEST!!
SHC Patient, Jun 2014
They were impressive.
SHC Patient, May 2014
All were excellent providers.
SHC Patient, Apr 2014
Best team I ever had the pleasure to have had!
SHC Patient, Apr 2014
Excel.
SHC Patient, Apr 2014
She explained everything well, listened to me and answered all my questions.
SHC Patient, Apr 2014
Dr. Assi is simply the best. As a heart & transplant recipient, I know a professional who is the top of his profession -- Thank you --
SHC Patient, Apr 2014
All good.
SHC Patient, Feb 2014
The extra care & concern by the doctor & the whole team. Thank you very much.
SHC Patient, Feb 2014
Love this doctor and the entire staff. Very caring people.
SHC Patient, Jan 2014
Dr. Aasi is by far the best surgeon I have EVER been associated with in 80 years of being cut-up every where on my body.
SHC Patient, Apr 2018
Excellent.
SHC Patient, Apr 2018
very good
SHC Patient, Mar 2018
they dont get any better tan dr aasi!!!!!!!!!
SHC Patient, Mar 2018
absolutely trust the provider!
SHC Patient, Mar 2018
Dr. Aasi is very good!
SHC Patient, Mar 2018
Dr. Assai is a truly amazing example of someone who is incredibly smart, talented, and extremely skilled and artful at what she does, yet is also kind, thoughtful, very helpful and supportive. The value of her acumen and bedside manner cannot be overstated --this facial procedure felt like it could have horrifyingly brought my deepest fears to life. I cannot imagine having felt like I was in any better hands for this scary experience, than I felt with Dr. Assai (plus with the comforting, efficient & stellar nursing staff Profulla, Susan and Christine) I am deeply grateful to her for removing the unexpectedly large amount of skin CA from my face, while artfully minimizing the disturbing effects and assuring me that the scarring would not be as terrible as it immediately seemed. Although this was the absolute worst & most disturbing medical procedure I have ever experienced, Dr. Assai and her crew somehow managed to also make this the best medical experience I've ever had.
SHC Patient, Mar 2018
Everyone involved was fantastic
SHC Patient, Mar 2018
Probably one of the best derm. surgeons in Bay Area, even recommended by nurses and doctors!
SHC Patient, Mar 2018
I do every day to everybody.
SHC Patient, Mar 2018
Susan was great...she did the numbing and helped assist during procedure.
SHC Patient, Feb 2018
really top notch. felt like we were in the best place/hands possible
SHC Patient, Feb 2018
Dr. Aasi is excellent--very thorough, careful, and knowledgeable. She is patient-centered and very professional.
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