Medical Dermatology & Surgical Dermatology
Dermatologist
Services:
Skin Cancer Surveillance
Atopic Dermatitis
Chronic Inflammatory Skin Conditions
Acne and Rosacea
Skin of Color Dermatology
Wide Local Excisions of Skin Cancers
Elective Surgical Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
Biography:
Dr. Harry Liu is a highly skilled board-certified dermatologist who completed his residency training in dermatology at the University of British Columbia. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree from McGill University and earned his medical degree from the University of Alberta.
During his residency, Dr. Liu received advanced medical and cosmetic training from internationally renowned dermatologists in cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, hidradenitis suppurativa, skin of color, laser surgery, injectables, and scar treatment. His training took place at esteemed institutions such as the Washington Institute of Dermatologic Laser Surgery, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the University of Washington, Cosmetic Laser Dermatology in San Diego, the First Affiliated Hospital at Sun Yat-sen University in Guangzhou, China, and Yonsei University in Seoul, South Korea.
An active contributor to scientific research, Dr. Liu has published over 30 peer-reviewed articles in the fields of complex medical dermatology, medical education, and cosmetics. He has presented his work at prestigious conferences including the World Congress of Dermatology, the American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting, and the Canadian Dermatology Association Annual Conference. His outstanding work has earned him recognition as a “Rising Derm Star” twice by the Fall Clinical Conference committee.
Dr. Liu is dedicated to teaching and mentorship, having guided many students from lower socioeconomic background to pursue careers in medicine across Canada. His commitment to medical education was recognized when he was nominated as a “Culture Changer in Medical Education” by the Canadian Federation of Medical Students.
His areas of special interests encompass skin of color, pigmentary disorders, multidisciplinary care in atopic dermatitis, innovative medical and cosmetic application of laser and energy devices for treating challenging skin conditions. His favorite part of his job is accompanying patients on their journey towards achieving clear and healthy skin.