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Darius James Karimipour, M.D., FAAD, FACMS.
Board Certifications: American Board of Dermatology American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) Member Board Certification American Board of Dermatology, Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery Specializing in the treatment of melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancer, Dr. Karimipour is double board-certified in Dermatology and Micrographic Dermatoligic Surgery. He has specific training in Mohs Micrographic Surgery, cutaneous oncology and cutaneous reconstruction. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology and a fellow in both the American College of Mohs Surgery and American Academy of Dermatology. He is a recognized leader in the field of dermatology and has published extensively in the field. He is a frequent speaker at national and international dermatology meetings. Dr. Darius Karimipour was born and raised in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. He attended Detroit Country Day for high school and then completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Michigan. After graduation, he remained at the University of Michigan and is a graduate of the University of Michigan Medical School. He completed a medical internship at the University of Chicago and a residency in dermatology with two years of specialty training in melanoma at the University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center. Dr. Karimipour completed additional advanced fellowship training in Mohs Surgery and Cutaneous Oncology at the University of Michigan Cancer Center. He was recruited in 2000 by the University of Michigan where he remained an assistant professor in the Department of Dermatology until 2009. He left the University of Michigan in 2009 to join a busy skin cancer practice focused on Mohs Surgery in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. Dr. Karimipour is on staff at William Beaumont Hospital - Royal Oak and St. Joseph Mercy Hospital Oakland. He has been listed in Best Doctors In America since 2003 and is annually on Hour Detroit's Top Doctors list. Dr. Karimipour was nominated by his peers to serve as the President of the Michigan Dermatological Society in 2020. In his free time, Dr. Karimipour enjoys playing tennis and visiting Northern Michigan with his wife and four sons. Dr. Karimipour is currently accepting new patients. |
Emilee Forgione, PA-C
Emilee Forgione, PA-C, is a board-certified Physician Assistant specializing in dermatology. Born and raised in Metro Detroit, she is passionate about providing compassionate, thorough, and personalized care while helping patients feel confident and comfortable in their skin. Emilee earned her Bachelor of Science in Human Biology from Michigan State University and her Master of Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Detroit Mercy.
Her clinical interests include skin cancer prevention, acne, scalp health, and dermatologic procedures. Emilee enjoys connecting with patients and fostering an open environment where medical decisions are shared between patient and provider. She emphasizes patient education and is dedicated to creating treatment plans tailored to each individual’s needs.
Outside of medicine, Emilee enjoys golfing, traveling, and exploring new restaurants throughout Metro Detroit. Most of all, she values spending time with her family and friends and looks forward to building meaningful relationships with her patients and providing them with exceptional care.
Kelsey Harrison, MS, PA-C
Kelsey is a board-certified Physician Assistant licensed by the State of Michigan. She graduated from Michigan State University in 2021 with her bachelor’s degree in human biology. She began her career in Dermatology as a medical assistant at Karimipour Dermatology before returning to earn her Masters of Science in Physician Assistant from Mercy College of Ohio in 2024.
Kelsey works alongside Dr. Karimipour to assist in surgeries and performs/addresses general dermatology concerns not limited to full body skin exams for cancer screenings, rashes, hair loss, acne, and more. Kelsey is accepting new patients.
Kelsey is a part of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants, and the Michigan Dermatology Physician Assistants.
Kelsey is a Michigan native who grew up in Rochester Hills and returned to Metro Detroit after completing graduate school. Kelsey’s hobbies include reading, traveling, and spending time with friends and family.
Emilee Forgione, PA-C, is a board-certified Physician Assistant specializing in dermatology. Born and raised in Metro Detroit, she is passionate about providing compassionate, thorough, and personalized care while helping patients feel confident and comfortable in their skin. Emilee earned her Bachelor of Science in Human Biology from Michigan State University and her Master of Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Detroit Mercy.
Her clinical interests include skin cancer prevention, acne, scalp health, and dermatologic procedures. Emilee enjoys connecting with patients and fostering an open environment where medical decisions are shared between patient and provider. She emphasizes patient education and is dedicated to creating treatment plans tailored to each individual’s needs.
Outside of medicine, Emilee enjoys golfing, traveling, and exploring new restaurants throughout Metro Detroit. Most of all, she values spending time with her family and friends and looks forward to building meaningful relationships with her patients and providing them with exceptional care.
Kelsey Harrison, MS, PA-C
Kelsey is a board-certified Physician Assistant licensed by the State of Michigan. She graduated from Michigan State University in 2021 with her bachelor’s degree in human biology. She began her career in Dermatology as a medical assistant at Karimipour Dermatology before returning to earn her Masters of Science in Physician Assistant from Mercy College of Ohio in 2024.
Kelsey works alongside Dr. Karimipour to assist in surgeries and performs/addresses general dermatology concerns not limited to full body skin exams for cancer screenings, rashes, hair loss, acne, and more. Kelsey is accepting new patients.
Kelsey is a part of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants, and the Michigan Dermatology Physician Assistants.
Kelsey is a Michigan native who grew up in Rochester Hills and returned to Metro Detroit after completing graduate school. Kelsey’s hobbies include reading, traveling, and spending time with friends and family.