Dr. Daniel Skinner, MD, Dermatologist - MOHS-Micrographic Surgery

Dr. Daniel Skinner, MD

Dermatologist - MOHS-Micrographic Surgery

2250 W. Southern Ave.
Suite 102
Mesa, AZ 85202

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Dr. Skinner and Dr. Heinz are professional, polite, friendly and kind. They kept me informed and answered all my questions and concerns. Additionally, the nursing and office staff were friendly and made you feel welcomed. I would Show morehighly recommend Dr. Skinner to anyone needing Mohs surgery. Dr. Heinz was great at closing up my wound.

Kristina C. • July 31, 2026

Dr Skinner explained in detail the MOHS procedure prior to my surgery. Every step of this process was explained. After the NOHS surgery was completed Dr Skinner explained in detail the process of the surgical closure. EVERY singlShow moree employee at this facility is detailed in their profession and highly skilled with compassion for patients.

Cynthia Bryce B. • July 16, 2026

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About Dr. Daniel Skinner, MD

Daniel Skinner, MD, is board-certified in dermatology and Mohs micrographic surgery. He provides expert care at Skin Cancer Specialists, located in Mesa, Arizona.

Dr. Skinner is a 5th-generation Arizonan who grew up in Mesa and graduated from Mountain View High School. He went on to attend Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, where he graduated with a degree in business management. He then attended the University of Arizona College of Medicine in Tucson, where he developed an interest in dermatologic surgery. 

During medical school, he was a leader and volunteer in many different medical school organizations. He completed a one-year internship in internal medicine at Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona, and a three-year dermatology residency at the University of Missouri in Columbia, where he served as chief resident in his final year. He has presented research at many local and national meetings and has published research on the use of Mohs surgery for rare skin cancer, as well as a book chapter on dermabrasion. 

Dr. Skinner concluded his training with an intensive one-year fellowship in Mohs micrographic and dermatologic surgery in Birmingham, Alabama, with Dr. Christopher Harmon, one of the nation's leading Mohs surgeons. Dr. Skinner has performed over 10,000 skin cancer surgeries. In addition to training in Mohs surgery and skin cancer removal, he has expertise in facial reconstruction after skin cancer removal.

Dr. Skinner is currently the president of the Phoenix Dermatology Society and on the board of directors of the Arizona Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery Society. In addition, he is very active in volunteer work for his church and enjoys spending time playing and watching sports.

When he is not at work, Dr. Skinner enjoys spending time with his wife, Marie, and their six children.

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Education:

  • Mohs Micrographic and Dermatologic Surgery - Surgical Dermatology Group - Birmingham, AL Fellowship
  • University of Missouri - Columbia, MO Residency - Dermatology
  • University of Arizona - Tucson, AZ Medical School
  • Brigham Young University - Provo, UT BS Business Management

Certifications/Memberships:

  • American College of Mohs Surgery - Fellow
  • American Academy of Dermatology - Fellow
  • American Medical Association - Member
  • Arizona Medical Association - Member
  • Arizona Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery Society - Member
  • Phoenix Dermatology Society - Member
  • American Board of Dermatology - Board Certified

Awards/Recognition:

Dr. Skinner has consistently been recognized by his patients and peers for his excellence in dermatology and patient care. He has received the Patients' Choice Award, the Compassionate Doctor Recognition, and the On-time Award by the website, vitals.com, which is rated and awarded by patients. The vitals.com website states the following: "This award recognizes doctors who make a difference in the lives of their patients. This honor is given to those physicians who have received near perfect scores as voted by their patients." In addition, Dr. Skinner was elected by his peers to be the President of the Phoenix Dermatology Society, a group of over 150 dermatologists in the Phoenix metropolitan area.


Services, Conditions and Procedures

Mohs micrographic surgery

Skin Cancer

Melanoma

Squamous Cell Carcinoma

Basal Cell Carcinoma

Reconstructive Surgery

On-Site Laboratory


Location

Skin Cancer Specialists

2250 W. Southern Ave.
Suite 102
Mesa, AZ, 85202


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Reviews

4.96
211 Reviews

Very good doctor, caring and very good at explaining things

Richard M S. • August 05, 2026

Everyone was friendly and professional. The doctor was compassionate and patient and he and his staff were good to repeat the instructions for my recovery. I especially appreciated the evening call from the doctor checking to see how I was doing. Thank you so very much for your much appreciated help and concern.

Mary Louise H. • August 04, 2026

They was helpful information given to me. When I finished, there were verbal instructions and well as printed instructions of the same. Doctors. Nurses, and Staff were friendly and informative.

John R. • August 03, 2026

Well ran front office and quick. Dr. Skinner was informative, kind and professional.

Selena Marie M. • August 02, 2026

Always 100% positive outcomes with Dr Skinner and Dr Wanner!!! Best dermatologists EVER!!! MOHS surgery assures you’re cancer free when you leave their office. I’d never find better Dr’s!!!

Thomas Arlin M. • August 02, 2026

Dr. Skinner and Dr. Heinz are professional, polite, friendly and kind. They kept me informed and answered all my questions and concerns. Additionally, the nursing and office staff were friendly and made you feel welcomed. I would highly recommend Dr. Skinner to anyone needing Mohs surgery. Dr. Heinz was great at closing up my wound.

Kristina C. • July 31, 2026

Dr. Skinner is very experienced and is efficient. He removed a melanoma about 3 years ago and just preformed a MOHS surgery to remove squamous cell cancer on my scalp. All is going well.

Donna Kay A. • July 31, 2026

Very courteous and knowledgeable staff! Took me right in and explained everything they would be doing every step of the Way!

Patricia Ann G. • July 30, 2026

Great experience.

Staci C. • July 28, 2026

Explain to everything very well, answered all of my questions and was very courteous throughout the entire procedure. Doctor even followed up that evening to make sure that my recovery was going well. Thank you doctor skinner and team.

David N C. • July 26, 2026

Dr. Skinner is professional, skilled and personable.

Karla Styer G. • July 22, 2026

Great team of people

Patrick David H. • July 17, 2026

Thank you- good job!

Jean W. • July 17, 2026

Dr Skinner explained in detail the MOHS procedure prior to my surgery. Every step of this process was explained. After the NOHS surgery was completed Dr Skinner explained in detail the process of the surgical closure. EVERY single employee at this facility is detailed in their profession and highly skilled with compassion for patients.

Cynthia Bryce B. • July 16, 2026

Dr. Skinner was kind, explained everything well and did a good job. He and his entire staff were helpful, caring, and efficient.

Catherine W S. • July 09, 2026

Was so smooth. Very well organized and professional.

Vincent Paul G. • July 08, 2026

Everyone very kind and professional. All the employees have been there fir years. That says alot about the professional staff.

Sandra Lynn W. • July 01, 2026

Excellent!! Kind and caring. Very thorough.

Marjorie S. • June 25, 2026

Friendly and professional

Greg Mark P. • June 16, 2026

Dr. Skinner is fantastic and he is truly compassionate and excellent at his work. His team of staff are also very caring and dedicated to their work.

Wendy M. • June 16, 2026

Dr Skinner thoroughly explained the procedure. I don’t recall any discomfort or pain. At two weeks post, no redness or pain. Some sensitivity depending on direction of pull.

Robert Michael C. • June 14, 2026

Dr Skinner thoroughly explained the planned procedure, including Dr Heinz help afterward. Dr Heinz follow up was very good!

Robert Michael C. • June 03, 2026

I felt comfortable in his abilities and his professionalism.

Lynne G. • May 30, 2026

Dr. Skinner is my favorite dermatologist. He’s professional, thorough, kind, and so skillful! There’s no one I trust more to cut cancer spots out. I’m very thankful for him and his staff.

Rebecca Elesket K. • May 29, 2026

Great staff, awesome care and follow up!

Linda Diane G. • May 01, 2026

Friendly. Knew his business.

Paul S C. • April 21, 2026

Excellent care and very professional. Really liked working with them.

Robert Blaine B. • April 08, 2026

There is professional and well organized. The staff was excellent and I enjoyed Doctor skin Skinner.

Terryl Marie E. • April 08, 2026

The entire staff is wonderful. I needed special help and they were so gracious.

Richard Lee G. • April 08, 2026

Very knowledgeable,precise, and thorough!!

Robert M S. • April 03, 2026

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