Dr. Monica K. Li
MD, FRCPC, FAAD
Double Board-Certified Dermatologist
Cosmetic Dermatology | Laser Medicine | Medical Dermatology
Dr. Monica Li is a leading cosmetic and medical dermatologist specializing in the rejuvenation and revitalization of skin for all ages. She practices in Vancouver, BC at Vancouver Skin MD and also in Surrey, BC at The Skin Doctor™/Enverus Medical. Her approach to patient care and cosmetic medicine is simple yet advanced - comprehensive, customized and compassionate.
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Dr. Li received her Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours) from McMaster University followed by her medical degree at the University of Toronto. She completed her dermatology residency at the University of Calgary. Dr. Li then continued further advanced cosmetic dermatology and laser training as part of a prestigious American Society for Dermatologic Surgery accredited Fellowship in Virginia, USA. She is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and a Diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology.
Dr. Li is fluent in English, Cantonese and Mandarin.
Dr. Li has special interests and expertise in ethnic skin, acne, rosacea, and laser medicine. She has trained and worked with a number of internationally renowned colleagues and leaders in cosmetic dermatology and laser science around the world.
Dr. Li is the recipient of numerous academic, leadership, and research awards. She has authored many scientific publications and has spoken in various national and international conferences, including the World Congress of Dermatology, American Academy of Dermatology, Canadian Dermatology Association and American Society for Dermatologic Surgery meetings.
Dr. Li is a double board-certified dermatologist in both Canada and the United States. She is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Dermatology and Skin Science, and the Department Representative on the Clinical Faculty Advisory Council for the Faculty of Medicine, at the University of British Columbia. She holds active leadership roles in the American Academy of Dermatology, the Canadian Dermatology Association, the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery and the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery. She is a passionate supporter of BC Women's Hospital Foundation, having served in the annual gala committee for the past three years and is Co-Chair for 2023. She is a regular voice to local and national media on cosmetic and medical dermatology topics, featured in over 100 press interviews.
Dr. Li has shared her expertise and insights for local and national media on both cosmetic and medical dermatology. Highlights of her press features include:
630 CHED
BC Women's Health Foundation
Best Health
BNN Bloomberg
Bored Panda
Calgary Journal
Canadian Living
CBC Kids News
CBC Life
CBC Vancouver News
Chatelaine Magazine
CityNews
CTV News
Daily Hive
Elle Canada
Fashion Magazine
Flare Magazine
Global News
Good Housekeeping
Good Times Magazine
Healthline
Hello! Beauty
Hello! Canada
Huffington Post
Kit/Toronto Star
National Post
Noovo Moi
Nuvo Magazine
Practical Dermatology
Refinery 29
Slice
The Canadian Press
The Globe and Mail
The Strategist
Today's Parent
Vancouver Sun
Vita Magazine
Yahoo! Style
Zoomer
