VIDA Dermatology.
For all things skin.
VIDA Dermatology is a state-of-the art, full service medical and cosmetic dermatology clinic that aims to help you live your best life. We offer:
- The highest level of expert knowledge and skill when it comes to the skin that one can attain, from our Board-Certified Dermatologist, Dr. Kurian
- Comprehensive medical, cosmetic and laser dermatology treatment options for all patients and skin types
- Innovative dermatological research and scientific advancement through Clinical Trials conducted on-site
- An on-site compounding pharmacy to better provide a complete start-to-finish experience for our patients
Dr. Anil Kurian
MD, FRCPC, FAAD | Dermatologist
Dr. Kurian was born and raised in Edmonton, AB. He completed his medical school training at McMaster University in Hamilton, ON. He subsequently completed a five-year dermatology residency program at the University of Alberta. During his residency training, he served as both Chief Dermatology Resident and Co-Chair of the Canadian Dermatology Association’s Residents and Fellows Society.
Dr. Kurian is a published author of 2 dermatology books and more than 50 peer-reviewed dermatology articles. He has won numerous prestigious research and teaching awards during his early medical career, including awards from the Ontario Medical Association (OMA) from his work and advocacy to implement indoor tanning legislation, and from the Canadian Dermatology Association (CDA) for his commitment towards education and teaching of dermatology resident physicians. Dr. Kurian is also a Fellow with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and the American Academy of Dermatology.
Awards & Acknowledgements
- Served as Chief Dermatology Resident during residency training and Co-Chair of the Canadian Dermatology Association’s Residents and Fellows Society
- Published 2 books targeted at Primary Care Physicians and health practitioners on the most common dermatological conditions and the best evidence-based treatments
- Has published more than 50 peer reviewed dermatology articles
- Won Canadian Dermatology Association (CDA) award for teaching of dermatology resident physicians
- Award from the Ontario Medical Association (OMA) for advocacy to implement indoor tanning legislation
Dr. Jin Soo (Andy) Song
MD, FRCSC | Facial Plastic
Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgeon
Dr. Song is board certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and is a member of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Canadian Academy of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery.
Dr. Song earned his Bachelor of Science from Queen’s University in Kingston, graduating within the top 3% of all students across both Faculties of Arts & Sciences. He then went on to complete medical school at Dalhousie University in Halifax. Dr. Song completed a five-year residency training in Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery at the University of Alberta in Edmonton. During this time he completed an intensive surgical training program and further cultivated his clinical research portfolio, receiving accolades including the national Wilfred Goodman Award in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Dr. Song has authored numerous publications in academic journals and presents his work at several national and international conferences. He went on to complete a dedicated fellowship in Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery under the tutelage of Drs. Steve and Scott Smith in Ohio. With a focus specifically on surgical rejuvenation of the aging face, Dr. Song honed his expertise on integrating the union of form and function to yield optimal patient outcomes
Family Owned and Operated
VIDA Dermatology is a family-friendly and family-operated business with a primary focus on improving a person's physical, social, and psychological well-being. That's why the name VIDA, the Latin word for LIFE was the perfect name for our clinic. We understand that treating various dermatology conditions has effects much deeper than your skin, which permeates into your everyday life and well-being.
