Dr. Malika Ladha
MD, FRCPC, DABD
Doctor Bio
Dr. Malika Ladha is committed to bring excellence to medical and cosmetic dermatology – she is Alberta’s only female cosmetic fellowship-trained dermatologist. Warm and collaborative relationships are at the heart of her approach to patient care. Dr. Ladha focuses on achieving optimal skin health and refined cosmetic results.
She is a double board-certified dermatologist in Canada and the USA. Born and raised in Alberta, she completed medical school and dermatology residency at the University of Calgary. She also completed Canada’s only official clinical fellowship in Laser Surgery and Aesthetic Dermatology at the University of Toronto. She then served as medical director of a prestigious clinic in Toronto, and has now returned home to provide dermatological care for Edmontonians.
Dr. Ladha has published multiple articles in peer-reviewed journals. She is an active leader in various medical organizations, including the Canadian Dermatology Association (former Resident Fellow Society co-chairperson), Women’s Dermatologic Society, and the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery. Dr. Ladha has been the recipient of various coveted awards, including the 2021 Resident Doctors of Canada Medical Education Award and the 2021 Royal College of Physicians Leadership Award.
Dr. Ladha enjoys reading, writing, swimming, pickleball and spending time with her husband. Follow her on Instagram (@drmalikaladha) for the latest skin tips and information.
Dr. Ladha’s professional memberships include the following:
- Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons
- Diplomat of the American Board of Dermatology
- Member of the Canadian Dermatology Association
- Member of the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery
- Member of the American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery