Dr. Ava is world renowned board-certified dermatologist who graduated Magna Cum Laude from Harvard University. In addition to serving as Assistant Clinical Professor of Dermatology at the UCLA-Geffen School of Medicine, Dr. Ava is also recognized as television's “Extreme Makeover” Dermatologist and is the resident dermatology expert on the Emmy Award winning daytime talk show, “The Doctors." Allure Magazine also selected Dr. Ava to be their "Allure Insider" Dermatology expert.As a key opinion leader in the field of dermatology and a published author, Dr. Shamban has lectured extensively both nationally and internationally on topics ranging from medical to cosmetic dermatology. She is a pioneer in developing the multimodal treatment approach to acne, acne scars, pigmentary problems and rosacea and has served as the Principal Investigator on many clinical trials for both dermatology pharmaceuticals and devices that led to FDA approval. Dr. Ava has published extensively in prestigious medical journals. Dr. Ava is a passionate advocate for natural good looks, through scientifically proven treatments and healthy lifestyle changes that restore and heal skin and spirit. She has devoted her career to empowering women and men of all ages to live more confident, healthy and happy lives.Signature Feature –Signature Feature is Dr. Ava's unique philosophy of beauty which shifts the focus of one's appearance to the positive. Many dermatology practices focus on "fixing" aesthetic challenges. Dr. Ava and her AVA MD staff choose instead to bring out the focal point of each patient’s individual beauty. AVA MD's experienced staff works with each patient to determine their Signature Feature and then set out a treatment plan to highlight it. Part of this process may include elimination of "background noise" such as wrinkles and fine lines, dark circles, pigmentation, sagging, acne scars, etc., in order to help us draw attention to what is striking and original in each individual.