Kelly Lynn Harms, MD

Kelly Lynn Harms, MD, PhD

Specialty: MOHS Micrographic Surgery, Dermatological Surgery, Dermatology
Title: Clinical Associate Professor
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Kelly Lynn Harms, MD, PhD
MOHS Micrographic Surgery
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    Dr. Kelly Harms, MD, PhD, is a faculty member in the Department of Dermatology at the University of Michigan and the director of our Multi-disciplinary Cutaneous Oncology clinic. She provides patient care in our Cutaneous Surgery and Oncology clinical programs, including the Mohs surgery clinic and multidisciplinary melanoma and cutaneous oncology clinics located within the U-M Rogel Cancer Center. Dr. Harms is a board-certified dermatologist and ACGME Fellowship-trained Mohs Surgeon, with specialized training and expertise in treating high-risk skin cancer.

    Dr. Harms joined the Dermatology faculty in 2014, upon completing her ACGME procedural dermatology fellowship, with advanced training in melanoma and cutaneous surgery and oncology at the Rogel Cancer Center. Her clinical work is focused on Mohs surgery and associated reconstruction, as well as the complex management of patients seen within our Multidisciplinary Melanoma and Merkel Cell Programs.

    Dr. Harms received her medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine and her Ph.D. degree from the Medical Scientist Training Program in the Department of Cell Biology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. She completed her internship in the Department of Internal Medicine, University of Michigan Hospitals. She completed her dermatology residency, post-doctoral research training, and procedural dermatology fellowship in the Department of Dermatology, University of Michigan Medical School. Her clinical research is focused on skin cancer biology and epidemiology, and therapy.

    Areas of Practice

    Cutaneous surgery and oncology: skin cancer, Mohs surgery, basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, melanoma, merkel cell carcinoma, rare skin cancers

    Locations

    • U of M Dermatology Clinic 1500 E Medical Center Dr
      Spc 5000
      Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5000

    Insurance Accepted

    University of Michigan Health participates with most health insurance plans.

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    Education & Training

    Medical School or Training

    University of Alabama School of Medicine, 2008

    Residency

    University of Michigan, Internal Medicine, 2009
    University of Michigan, Dermatology, 2013

    Fellowships

    University of Michigan, Dermatology-Procedural, 2014

    Board Certifications

    Dermatology
    Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery

    Professional Organizations

    American Academy of Dermatology 
    American Association for Cancer Research 
    American Society for Dermatologic Surgery 
    Michigan Dermatological Society 

    Research Overview

    skin cancer biology and epidemiology, therapy, and education

    Links

    PubMed Publications

    Skin Cancer - Rogel Cancer Center

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    Patient Ratings

    546 Patient Ratings

    Patient Comments

    October 20, 2025 - "Dr. Harms is an excellent surgeon at U of M. I have seen her many times for my [...]. This recent visit was to correct a different surgeon's procedure [...]. I trust Dr. Harms for any of my surgeries."

    October 11, 2025 - "Dr. Harms explained the details very well and was exceptional."

    October 10, 2025 - "Dr. Harms was excellent. When I was called back for further treatment, she was waiting for me in the room, which I appreciated very much. Never had that experience with any other physician."

    October 9, 2025 - "Dr. Harms explained everything she was going to do throughly before proceeding."

    September 26, 2025 - "Appreciated the communication style of Dr. Harms."

    September 11, 2025 - "She did everything right......very impressed with Dr Harms"

    September 9, 2025 - "Dr. Harms was great in all aspects of her profession. I would like her as my Doctor every time I come to Mohs surgery!!"

    September 8, 2025 - "Dr. Harms is outstanding with her patient care and explanations in the clinic."

    August 23, 2025 - "Dr Harms was excellent!! Her concern for my situation was very much appreciated!"

    August 15, 2025 - "Dr. Harms is amazing and took a lot of time with me and showed great concern."

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