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The Northstar Mohs & Skin Surgery Difference

Built on trust, driven by excellence.

Evidence-Based Care, Always

Our recommendations are grounded in evidence-based medicine, validated research, and clinical guidelines, not trends, external pressures, or profit motives. We explain your diagnosis, review the relevant findings with you, and outline each treatment option in clear terms, including expected outcomes and risks. The goal is informed, shared decision-making, just as we’d want for our own family.

Surgical excellence, fellowship-trained expertise

Your care is led by a fellowship-trained Mohs and reconstructive surgeon with advanced, procedure-specific expertise. Meticulous technique, evidence-based protocols, and rigorous quality standards optimize oncologic control and aesthetic-functional outcomes.

Clear, Direct, and Compassionate

We walk you through what we see and why it matters. We explain the findings and their relevance to your case, review evidence, and outline options with benefits, risks, and trade-offs. Clear, jargon-free guidance supports informed, shared decision-making.

Right-Sized Treatment

We aim for the best oncologic and aesthetic outcomes with the least disruption to your life. We avoid interventions that create more problems than they solve. No scars worse than the cancer, no treatments more taxing than the disease. Every plan balances benefit, risk, recovery, and quality of life to protect your health and restore confidence.

Individualized Care for Real Lives

Behind every diagnosis is a person with priorities, responsibilities, and concerns. Whether you’re managing complex immunosuppression or simply need to return to work quickly, we tailor care to your medical needs and personal context, because both matter.

Accountability & Excellence

Excellence requires ownership. When something isn’t right, we address it, correct it, and learn from it. Continuous improvement and rigorous standards guide our work because you deserve care that is both competent and conscientious.

What You Actually Experience at Northstar Mohs

We begin with timely scheduling and provide clear instructions, so you know exactly what to prepare for.

On the day of your procedure, you can expect an on-time appointment and a thorough consultation where your diagnosis is explained with visual aids. We will walk you through every step of the Mohs procedure, discuss your treatment options, and prioritize your comfort with effective pain management. When indicated, reconstruction is performed the same day.

You will leave with transparent aftercare instructions and direct contact information for any concerns, ensuring you feel supported throughout your recovery.

Built on Family,
Grown Through Trust

Proudly part of Northstar Dermatology. Harvard-trained dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon.

Providing specialized, patient-centered skin
cancer care for our community.

How we practice

Our practice is guided by a commitment to four core values that shape every interaction. We strive to “Be Even Better through relentless learning and continuous improvement in all that we do. We Act Intentionally, ensuring every action is purposeful and efficient to create a seamless experience for our patients and team. With 100% Authenticity, we foster open, respectful communication where clear explanations are standard. Finally, we anchor our work in doing what is “Right & Good, holding ourselves accountable with unwavering integrity to earn and maintain your trust.

Family Roots,
Trusted Growth

Our practice began with a simple goal: to provide exceptional dermatologic care to the families of North Texas. We believe that trust is earned, not advertised. Every patient relationship is built on a foundation of respect, clear communication, and outcomes that speak for themselves. As part of the respected Northstar Dermatology family, we uphold a legacy of patient first care, ensuring that you feel seen, heard, and confident in your treatment from your first visit.

Our Story: A Legacy of Care, Grown Through Trust

Proudly part of Northstar Dermatology, our practice is led by a Harvard-trained dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon dedicated to serving our community. 

Northstar Mohs & Skin Surgery is part of the Northstar family of practices, founded in 2010 by Dr. Sina Aboutalebi. What began as a single-provider clinic in North Texas has become a trusted name in dermatologic care. Our growth has never been driven by advertising or hype; it is built on the word-of-mouth trust that comes from consistently delivering excellent, honest, and patient-centered care. 

When Dr. Amir Aboutalebi joined the Northstar family, he brought with him the same values that have defined our practice from day one: excellence, integrity, and genuine care for every person we treat. After years of practicing as a dermatologist, Dr. Aboutalebi pursued advanced fellowship training in Mohs micrographic surgery and reconstruction. This allows us to provide the highest standard of skin cancer treatment right here in our community.

Meet Dr. Amir Aboutalebi

Amir Aboutalebi, MD, FAAD, is a board-certified dermatologist specializing in medical, cosmetic, surgical, and skin cancer care at Northstar Dermatology and Northstar Mohs & Skin Surgery in Fort Worth, Texas. He completed his dermatology residency at Harvard Medical School and advanced fellowship training in Mohs micrographic surgery and reconstruction at FSU. Dr. Aboutalebi combines specialized expertise with compassion to achieve the best outcomes for your skin health.

quick facts

Education

BA, Philosophy, University of Dallas
MD, Baylor College of Medicine
Internship, Houston Methodist Hospital
Dermatology Residency, Harvard Medical School
Fellowship, Mohs Micrographic Surgery, Florida State University

Clinical focus

Medical dermatology; acne, psoriasis, eczema
Complex dermatology; blistering disorders, connective tissue disease
Skin cancer screening, diagnosis, and treatment (Mohs surgery and reconstruction)
Injectable aesthetics; neuromodulators and dermal fillers

Honors & Awards

Fulbright Scholar, Spain
Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society
Top Doctor Fort Worth Magazine 2015- 2025

Professional Associations/ Affiliations

American Academy of Dermatology (FAAD)
Texas Dermatological Society
Texas Medical Association

Research

Peer-reviewed publications and regional/national presentations

Full Biography

Amir Aboutalebi, MD, FAAD, is a board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs micrographic surgeon serving patients in Fort Worth, Texas, at Northstar Dermatology and Northstar Mohs & Skin Surgery. His clinical practice is dedicated to medical dermatology, the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer, and injectable cosmetic services. 

A native of Coppell, Texas, Dr. Aboutalebi graduated summa cum laude from the University of Dallas with a Bachelor of Arts in philosophy. He was recognized as a Fulbright Scholar, allowing him to investigate health systems ethics in Spain, where he also volunteered with the Red Cross. Dr. Aboutalebi earned his medical degree with honors from Baylor College of Medicine and was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. He completed a medical internship at Houston Methodist Hospital before his dermatology residency at Harvard Medical School. His residency training included rotations at esteemed institutions such as Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital, and the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. 

Following his residency and nearly a decade of clinical practice in dermatology, Dr. Aboutalebi’s dedication to excellence in skin cancer treatment led him to pursue an advanced fellowship in Mohs Micrographic Surgery at Florida State University. This specialized training provided him with comprehensive expertise in surgical precision, microscopic margin analysis, and complex reconstructive techniques designed to achieve optimal functional and aesthetic outcomes for patients. 

In addition to his surgical training, Dr. Aboutalebi has a strong commitment to education. During his Mohs fellowship, he oversaw the cosmetic clinic for University of Central Florida dermatology residents, providing instruction on injectable techniques including neuromodulators and dermal fillers. He has authored multiple articles and presented at both regional and national conferences. Dr. Aboutalebi is an active member of the American Academy of Dermatology, the Texas Dermatological Society, and the Texas Medical Association. His personal interests include sailing, sketching, cooking, and photography.

Schedule a consultation with Dr. Aboutalebi

If you’ve been diagnosed with skin cancer or have a lesion that needs evaluation, we’re here to help.

Schedule a consultation with Dr. Aboutalebi and experience the difference that elite training, honest communication, and genuine care make in your skin cancer treatment.

You deserve the best. You deserve excellence.
You deserve Northstar