Miriam Weinstein MD, FRCPC

Dr. Miriam Weinstein received her B.Sc. from the University of British Columbia, a BScN in Nursing from the University of Toronto, and her MD from Queen’s University. She trained in Paediatrics and Dermatology at the University of Toronto, receiving her FRCPC in both specialties. She is an Associate Professor at the University of Toronto and a Staff Physician at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) and has a variety of community practices in pediatric dermatology as well.

Dr. Weinstein’s clinical interests include atopic dermatitis, laser therapy, sun protection, and skin cancer prevention. She has developed and runs the dermatology laser program at SickKids and the eczema educational program for patients.

Weinstein is involved in educational administration and was an Examiner at the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada for six years. She currently chairs the Continuing Professional Development Awards Committee for the Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto.

Weinstein has been active on committees and boards for many organizations, including the Canadian Dermatology Association, Pediatrics in Review Editorial Board, the American Academy of Pediatrics, and the International Eczema Council. She has a passion for teaching and lectures extensively from the local to international level.