Dr. Malia Downing

Malia Downing, MD, FAAD

Double Board-Certified fellowship trained Mohs Micrographic surgeon and Dermatologist with an additional fellowship in Dermatologic Cosmetic surgery.

Published multiple peer-reviewed journal articles and has presented at national conferences

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Gale Sanders, Gadsden

“I was extremely pleased with my experience at Southern Skies. Dr. Mario and his NP, Adrienne, removed a large basal cell on the top of my lip. It was a very extensive procedure resulting in more than 40 external stitches. Within a month the scar was barely noticeable. Much care and thought were given to how and where to make the incisions. Taking into account my facial creases, wrinkles, etc., the scar is almost completely hidden. I recommend them highly!”

Rebecca Long, Gadsden

“I’m very pleased with the care and concern of this staff. Dr. M did a great job on my ear. The reconstruction looks wonderful. You have to look really close to tell anything was done. They are professionals, but they treat me like family.”

Michael Brown, Ohatchee

“Today was my doctor visit day at Southern Skies. I never want to go to the doctor, but I know how important it s for my health. I can say that Dr. Mario and his staff are very professional in their treatment. They make me feel secure with their treatment and knowledge.”

About Dr. Malia Downing

Dr. Downing was raised in Hawaii and received her undergraduate degree from the College of Saint Scholastica in Duluth, MN where she played collegiate soccer and graduated Summa Cum Laude. She was awarded her medical doctorate from the University of North Dakota, graduating second in her class. Upon completing medical school, she moved to Kansas City, KS where she did her medical internship and dermatology residency at the University of Kansas. Dr. Downing completed her fellowship training in Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology and Cosmetic Dermatologic Surgery at Surgical Dermatology Group in Birmingham, AL where she received advanced training in the management of skin cancers and reconstructive techniques.

She was also a regular volunteer at the KC Health Center, providing dermatologic care to uninsured patients. She is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, the American College of Mohs Surgery, and the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society. In her free time, Dr. Downing enjoys scuba diving, spear fishing, hiking, skiing, working on her family’s farm in Hawaii, and spending time with her husband, sons, and dogs.

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