Christopher J Arpey MD

Dermatologic Surgery

Professor, Dermatology, Mayo Medical School

13400 E Shea BlvdScottsdale, AZ 85259
Phone+1 480-301-6479

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Summary

I am a Dermatologic and Mohs Surgeon practicing at Mayo Arizona. I am involved in patient care, clinical research, and teaching. My practice focuses on patients with skin cancer. My current position is Professor and Chair of the Department of Dermatology at Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, AZ

Education & Training

University of Iowa Hospitals and ClinicsResidency, Dermatology, 1992 - 1994
Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals Cleveland Medical CenterResidency, Dermatology, 1989 - 1992
University of Iowa Health Care Medical CenterResidency, Internal Medicine, 1986 - 1989
University of Rochester School of Medicine and DentistryClass of 1986

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Certifications & Licensure

AZ State Medical License 2016 - 2027
IA State Medical License 1986 - 2027
MN State Medical License 2010 - 2027
WI State Medical License 2012 - 2023
MA State Medical License 1994 - 1997
American Board of Dermatology Dermatology
American Board of Internal Medicine Internal Medicine

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification Centricity Enterprise (CE), GE Healthcare, 2013-2017
CMS Meaningful Use Stage 2 Certification Centricity Enterprise (CE), GE Healthcare, 2013-2017
CMS Meaningful Use Stage 2 Certification Mayo Clinic Incorporate Lab Results, Mayo Clinic, 2013-2017

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Outcomes and comorbidities of Merkel cell carcinoma: A retrospective cohort study utilizing the Mayo Clinic platform.
Sarah A Amjad, Jenna E Koblinski, Micah Starghill, Samantha Shao, Jacob Breinholt
JAAD International. 2026-10-01
Five Primary Microcystic Adnexal Carcinomas in a Young Adult.
Sarah E B Smith, Mark Pittelkow, Christopher Arpey
Dermatologic Surgery. 2026-09-01
Sex and tumor location outcomes in Merkel cell carcinoma: A retrospective cohort study utilizing Mayo Clinic Platform.
Sarah A Amjad, Jenna E Koblinski, Micah Starghill, Samantha Shao, Jacob Breinholt
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. 2026-07-01