Zaki Taher, MD, BMSc, FRCPC, FAAD, is a board-certified dermatologist and is the founder and medical director of Lucere Dermatology & Laser Clinics, specializing in medical and cosmetic dermatology services. After completing his Dermatology residency at the University of Alberta, Dr. Taher went on to complete a fellowship at the University of Ottawa in laser surgery and cosmetic dermatology. His areas of special interest include general medical dermatology, precancers and skin cancer management, along with medical and cosmetic applications of lasers in cutaneous surgery and rejuvenation. He is also an associate clinical professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Alberta, where he teaches medical students and dermatology residents.