Sheva Khalafbeigi, M.D.
Dermapathologist | Dermatopathology
- Boston MA, 02108About
Sheva Khalafbeigi, M.D. works as a Dermatopathologist at Inform Diagnostics. Dr. Khalafbeigi possesses extensive experience in the medical field and has established a remarkable academic and training background. She completed her undergraduate studies in kinesiology at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, California (2006). Following this, she obtained a medical degree from the Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara in Mexico (2012). Dr. Khalafbeigi commenced her Residency training in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology at Penrose-St. Francis Hospital in Colorado Springs, Colorado (2013-2017). Subsequently, she successfully completed her Fellowship in Dermatopathology at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, Pennsylvania (2017-2018). Dr. Khalafbeigi holds a valid medical licenses and is certified by the American Board of Pathology in anatomic and clinical pathology as well as Dermatopathology.
Dr. Khalafbeigi is an accomplished public speaker and frequently delivers lectures at pathology conferences and teaching residents covering a range of topics. She is an active member of five prestigious medical professional associations, namely the College of American Pathology, the American Society of Clinical Pathology, the American Medical Association, and the American Society of Dermatopathology. Dr. Khalafbeigi specializes in the field of melanocytic lesions and has garnered significant expertise in this area throughout her career. She attributes her achievements to the inspiration provided by her immigrant parents, sister, as well as her own experiences as Division I dual athlete at the University of Southern California in swimming and waterpolo.
She believes that pathologists are the unsung heroes of the medical profession.
Education and Training
UNIVERSIDAD AUTONOMA DE GUADAL MD 2012
University of Southern California Kinesiology 0
Board Certification
American Board of Pathology
Dermatopathology (Pathology)
Anatomic Pathology (Pathology)
Clinical Pathology (Pathology)
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Awards
- USC DEAN'S LIST 2006 UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
- DAVID X. MARKS SCHOLAR-ATHLETE AWARD 2004 UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
- DAVID X. MARKS SCHOLAR-ATHLETE AWARD 2005 UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
- DAVID X. MARKS SCHOLAR-ATHLETE AWARD 2006 UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
- PAC 10 STUDENT ATHLETE AWARD 2005 PACIFIC 10
- PAC 10 STUDENT ATHLETE AWARD 2006 PACIFIC 10
- TROJAN FOR LIFE 2006 UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Fellowships
- Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center dermatopathology 2018
Fellowships
- PENN STATE - DERMATOPATHOLOGY
Favorite Place to Vacation
- ITALY
Hobbies / Sports
- SWIMMING, WORKING OUT, RESCUE DOGS.
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Get to know Dermatopathologist Dr. Sheva Khalafbeigi, who serves patients in Boston, Massachusetts.
A determined dermatopathologist, Dr. Khalafbeigi is affiliated with Inform Diagnostics in Boston, Massachusetts. Specializing in melanocytic lesions, she brings unparalleled expertise to the diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions, earning the trust and admiration of colleagues and patients alike.
Graduating with her degree in Kinesiology from the University of Southern California, she went on to pursue her medical education at the Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara in Mexico, before completing her residency in anatomic and clinical pathology at Penrose-St. Francis Hospital in 2017. Finally, she successfully completed her fellowship in dermatopathology at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center in 2018.
As a testament to her success, the doctor is board-certified in anatomic & clinical pathology and dermatopathology by the American Board of Pathology (ABPath). Her professional affiliations with prestigious medical associations, including the College of American Pathology, the American Society of Clinical Pathology, the American Medical Association, and the American Society of Dermatopathology, underscore her dedication to staying abreast of the latest advancements in her field.
Dermatopathology is a joint subspecialty of dermatology and pathology or surgical pathology that focuses on the study of cutaneous diseases at a microscopic and molecular level. It also encompasses analyses of the potential causes of skin diseases at a basic level. A dermatopathologist is a highly trained physician who specializes in diagnosing disorders of the skin under a microscope.
On a more personal note, Dr. Khalafbeigi’s passion for her work is rooted in her personal experiences, drawing inspiration from her immigrant parents, supportive sister, and her own journey as a Division I dual athlete at the University of Southern California in swimming and water polo.
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