Meet Our Staff

Mohs Surgeon & Dermatologist

Dr. Cahn is a board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon with expertise in skin cancer treatment, facial reconstruction, aesthetic dermatology, complex medical dermatology, and pediatric dermatology. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Maryland and completed his graduate studies at New York Medical College. Dr. Cahn attended Albert Einstein College of Medicine, where he developed a passion for dermatologic oncology and advanced wound healing. He further honed his skills with a fellowship in Wound Healing at the University of Miami.

Dr. Cahn completed his dermatology residency at the University of Illinois Chicago, focusing on complex dermatologic conditions and pediatric dermatology. He served as Chief Resident in Cosmetic and Aesthetic Dermatology, refining his skills in skin rejuvenation and surgical reconstruction. Dr. Cahn then pursued an advanced fellowship in Mohs Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology at Columbia University, specializing in skin cancer removal and facial reconstruction.

He is board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology and an active member of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS), American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS), and the American College of Mohs Surgery (ACMS). With over 25 peer-reviewed publications, Dr. Cahn is committed to providing compassionate, expert care to his patients, ensuring both effective treatment and positive outcomes.

Dr. Cahn remains deeply committed to general and pediatric dermatology. His philosophy is simple: Every patient deserves to feel confident, comfortable, and cared for—whether they are seeking skin cancer treatment, precise reconstructive surgery, advanced cosmetic enhancements, or expert management of medical and pediatric dermatologic conditions.

Nurse Practitioner

Misty Moore-Ivy, Nurse Practitioner, joined Advanced Dermatology & Skin Cancer Associates in 2020. Misty holds an Associate Degree in Nursing from Northwest Community College, Senatobia, MS, and a Master of Science in Nursing from Delta State University, Cleveland, MS. She began her career as a travel nurse in Hawaii and Maryland, later working at Johns Hopkins Department of Orthopaedics managing a post-surgical unit and as a surgical first assistant. During this time, she also served as a research coordinator and published in The 5-Minute Orthopaedic Clinical Consult. Misty’s career shifted to dermatology in 2007, where she gained 11 years in medical dermatology and 8 years in cosmetic dermatology. She was featured in Memphis Medical News as the first nurse practitioner from the area. Misty is active in her church choir and enjoys pure barre and tennis. Dedicated to dermatology, Misty looks forward to addressing all your skincare needs

Physician Assistant

A native Memphian, Natalie Morgan joined Advanced Dermatology & Skin Cancer Associates in 2011. She received her Bachelor of Science from the University of Alabama in 2004. From there, she went on to obtain her Physician Assistant degree from Trevecca Nazarene University in Nashville in 2007. She has been a practicing physician assistant in the Memphis area since 2007. Natalie is a member of the American Association of Physician Assistants and the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants. She is trained in general dermatology.

Physician Assistant

Denise Hedgepeth (previously, Shepler), PA-C is a licensed and board-certified Physician Assistant, and joins Advanced Dermatology with over a decade of clinical experience in medical dermatology. She completed her medical training at Eastern Virginia Medical School in 2014. Denise is very passionate about educating and empowering her patients to better understand their medical conditions, medications, and treatment plans.

Denise has extensive knowledge on the early detection and treatment of skin cancer, and is particularly dedicated to performing meticulous routine screening exams. In addition, Denise has a strong background and special interest in non-healing wounds and in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with rashes.

Nonprofessionally, Denise enjoys relaxing with her growing family, teenage son, and newborn daughter. In her free time, Denise will invariably be outside, doing something active. She has an ever-growing and revolving list of hobbies and interests, some of which include gardening, fishing, boating, crossword puzzles, cycling, fitness, and cooking.