Dr. Marcie Ulmer’s life and love for dermatology began in Saskatchewan. She completed her undergraduate degrees (BSc (Honours) and BSc (Med)) at the University of Saskatchewan and was introduced to the wonders of dermatology in the U of S College of Medicine. She completed her dermatology training in Vancouver at the University of British Columbia, where she currently resides. Dr. Ulmer has been assisting patients for over 17 years and is grateful to have the opportunity to manage their care within her comprehensive clinical practice at Pacific Derm, which includes both medical and aesthetic dermatology. She strives to offer patients the most up-to-date advancements in treatment options and innovation by actively participating in Pacific Derm’s clinical trials research unit.

Dr. Ulmer is a double-board certified dermatologist in both Canada and the United States. As a Clinical Instructor with the Department of Dermatology and Skin Science at the University of British Columbia, Dr. Ulmer has taught medical students and residents since the early days of her career. She has participated as a lecturer and chairperson at CME events for physician colleagues across Western Canada. Dr. Ulmer is committed to continued learning as well as teaching and believes the two go hand-in-hand. She believes that helping to train the next generation provides a welcome and reciprocal relationship, with an opportunity to learn from one another.

For over a decade, Dr. Ulmer has happily contributed her time and expertise to the Acne and Rosacea Society of Canada as a member of their Medical Committee. She is a contributing author of the Canadian Rosacea Guidelines and is passionate about providing credible educational resources for the public on acne and rosacea. She was a board member for the Canadian Society for Dermatologic Surgery for several years before joining the CDA Board of Directors as Regional Representative for British Columbia. Dr. Ulmer has acted as a reviewer for the Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery, and her work has been published in the medical literature. She has provided her voice to and expressed her opinions through the media on subjects varying from sun protection and skin cancer to educational pieces on skin care routines in varying climates and treatment options through the decades.

Dr. Ulmer joined the CDA in 2009 and began volunteering during her residency, dedicating many years to the CDA’s annual public skin cancer screening events. Dr. Ulmer’s ongoing commitment to the CDA is reflected in her current roles on the CDA Nominating Sub-Committee and as a Regional Director for British Columbia on the CDA board, where she focuses her energy to enhance and strengthen initiatives to support dermatology in Canada. Dr. Ulmer’s expertise in medical and aesthetic dermatology, as well as clinical research, provides a strong foundation for understanding the varying needs and interests of CDA members across a diverse range of professional experiences.

“Being a member of the Canadian Dermatology Association means being part of a community. I grew up in a small prairie town where volunteerism and connection were modeled, and having a strong community to be involved in and contribute to is important to me. Relationships and a shared sense of purpose matter, and there is power in what you can accomplish together. During my term on the Board of Directors, I will do my utmost to support, advocate for, and unite our community of dermatologists across the country so Canadian dermatologists can continue to do what we do best, deliver excellence in patient care.”

Professional Affiliations

• ARSC: Acne and Rosacea Society of Canada
• ASDS: American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
• CDA: Canadian Dermatology Association
• CSDS: Canadian Society for Dermatologic Surgery
• DABD: Diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology
• DSBC: Dermatology Society of British Columbia
• FRCPC: Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada

CDA Committees & Working Groups:

• Nominating Sub-Committee

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