Education and Training
Meghan Beatson, MD, FAAD
Dr. Meghan Beatson is a double board-certified/eligible physician, trained in both dermatology and dermatopathology. She has expertise in both medical and surgical dermatology. Dr. Beatson is particularly interested in skin cancer prevention, diagnosis, and management.
Dr. Beatson grew up in Potomac, MD and graduated from the University of Maryland College Park for her undergraduate studies. She went on to earn her medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, where she was honored with induction into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society for her outstanding academic performance. She completed her medical internship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, dermatology residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, and dermatopathology fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
In joining Basko Dermatology, Dr. Beatson brings her expertise in medical and surgical dermatology as well as dermatopathology. Her additional fellowship training in dermatopathology makes her an excellent dermatologist for her patients. She strives to help her patients feel confident in their skin and prides herself on providing exceptional individualized care, addressing her patients’ concerns and questions.
Dr. Beatson is affiliated with Edward Hospital and Northwestern Hospital.
1. Beatson ME, Smithy JW, Domenico D, Gundem G, Papaemmanouil E, Moy A, Chen JM, Pulitzer MP, Ariyan C, Busam KJ. Malignant CRTC1::TRIM11 Cutaneous Tumor With Lethal Outcome: Histopathologic and Molecular Findings. J Cutan Pathol. 2025;52(8):528-532.
2. Beatson M, Misitzis A, Landow S, Higgins HW, Phibbs C, Weinstock MA. Predictors of basal cell carcinoma and implications for follow up in high-risk patients in the Veterans Affairs Keratinocyte Carcinoma Chemoprevention (VAKCC) Trial. J Cutan Med Surg. 2021;25(1):102-103.
3. Beatson M, Eleryan M, Reserva J, Kaufman B, Connelly B, Dugan E, Radfar A, Lucey P, Harvell J, Bhawan J, Jang S, Venna S. Importance of pathology review to complement clinical management of melanoma. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2020; 83(6):1784-1786.
4. Beatson M, Weinstock MA. Further consideration of the pigmented lesion assay. JAMA Dermatol. 2019;155(3):393.
5. Beatson M, Misitzis A, Weinstock MA. Counting keratinocyte carcinomas as a step to preventing them. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2019;81(4):1030-1031.
6. Beatson M, Means A, Leader N, Robinson-Bostom L, Weinstock MA. Characteristics of keratinocyte carcinomas and patients with keratinocyte carcinomas following exposure to a single 2-4 week course of topical 5-fluorouracil (5-FU) on the face and ears. Acta Derm Venereol. 2019;99(7):707-8.
7. Beatson M, Misitzis A, Lew R, Weinstock MA. Trends in usage of keratinocyte carcinoma and nonmelanoma skin cancer in the literature. Br J Dermatol. 2019;181(6):1308-9.
8. Beatson M, Siegel JA, Chren MM, Weinstock MA. Effects of increased actinic keratosis count on skin-related quality of life: Results from the Veterans Affairs Keratinocyte Carcinoma Chemoprevention (VAKCC) Trial. Eur J Dermatol. 2019;29(5):507-10.
9. Beatson M, Harwood M, Reese V, Robinson-Bostom L. Primary cutaneous cryptococcosis in an elderly pigeon breeder. JAAD Case Rep. 2019;5(5):433-5.
10. Beatson M, Leader N, Shaw F, Weinstock MA, Landow S. Group clinic for chemoprevention of squamous cell carcinoma: a pilot study. Cutis. 2020;105(05):241-243, E1.
11. Allais B, Beatson M, Wang H, Shahbazi S, Jang S, Venna S. Five Year Survival in Patients with Nodular and Superficial Spreading Melanomas in the US Population. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2021;84(4):1015-1022.
12. Misitzis A, Beatson M, Landow S, Weinstock MA. Keratinocyte carcinoma mortality in the United States as reported in death certificates, 2011 through 2017. Dermatol Surg. 2020;46(9):1135-1140.
13. Siegel JA, Beatson M, Chren MM, Weinstock MA. Effects of new keratinocyte carcinomas on skin-related quality of life: Results from the Veterans Affairs Keratinocyte Carcinoma Chemoprevention Trial. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2019;80(5):1458-1459.
14. Misitzis A, Beatson M, Siegel JA, Korgavkar K, Walker J, Weinstock MA. An increase in sunscreen use in a population resistant to sun protection. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2019;81(6):1441-2.
15. DeSimone JA, Beatson M. Innumerable squamous cell carcinomas in Vietnam War veteran exposed to chemical defoliants. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2019;12(8):47–50.
16. Misitzis A, Beatson M, Weinstock MA. A study on healthcare utilization for actinic keratosis in the Netherlands highlights a global issue. Br J Dermatol. 2019;181(3):441-442.
17. Misitzis A, Beatson M, Weinstock M. Response to: A randomized, open, controlled trial of tretinoin 0.05% cream vs. low-dose oral isotretinoin for the treatment of field cancerization. Int J Dermatol. 2019;58(10):e185-e186.
18. Misitzis A, Stratigos AJ, Beatson M, Mastorakos G, Dellavalle RP, Weinstock MA. Veterans Affairs Keratinocyte Carcinoma Chemoprevention Trial Group. The association of metformin use with keratinocyte carcinoma development in high-risk patients. Dermatol Ther. 2020;33(6):e14402.
19. Matthews NH, Risica PM, Ferris LK, Beatson M, Saul M, Geller AC, Solano F, Kirkwood JM, Weinstock MA. Psychosocial impact of skin biopsies in the setting of melanoma screening – a cross-sectional survey. Br J Dermatol. 2019;180(3):664-5.
20. Means AD, Leader NF, Siegel JA, Park SH, Arron ST, Walker JL, Pomerantz H, Beatson M, Weinstock MA. Rate and proportion of malignant skin biopsies for basal cell and squamous cell carcinoma on the face and ears after a single course of topical 5-fluorouracil: The Veterans Affairs Keratinocyte Carcinoma Chemoprevention Trial. Dermatol Surg. 2021;47(4):541-543.
AWARDS & HONORS
2020 GW Medical School Graduation Scholarship. Awarded endowed merit scholarship based on academic performance while a student at GW.
2020 GW Hospital Women’s Board Scholarship. Selected for competitive award based on academic excellence, community involvement, and commitment to the field of medicine.
2018 Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. Selected for induction based on academic performance, extracurricular activities, research endeavors, and commitment to the community.
2017 GW Kassan Research Award. Selected for the award for research at the Inova Melanoma and Skin Cancer Center.
2016 – 2020 GW Adopt-a-Doc Scholarship. One of five classmates selected for the award by a special GW committee.
2015 – 2020 GW Tauber Scholarship. Selected for the award among students who are descendants of WWII veterans.
1. Beatson M, Paulo DL, Mason N, Nelson R, Robbins J. A comparison of conventional immunohistochemical staining for PRAME with a noninvasive molecular assay for PRAME expression. Am J Dermatopathol. Oct 2022.
2. Beatson M, Kaskas N, Bercovitch L, Robinson-Bostom L. A case of ataxia-telangiectasia with granulomatous dermatitis, morphea-like features, and fatal cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma. Am J Dermatopathol. Oct 2022.
3. Beatson M, Misitzis A, Landow S, Higgins HW, Weinstock MA. Predictors of basal cell carcinoma and implications for follow up in high-risk patients in the Veterans Affairs Keratinocyte Carcinoma Chemoprevention (VAKCC) Trial. J Invest Dermatol. 2019;139(5):S47.
4. Beatson M, Misitzis A, Siegel J, Walker J, Weinstock MA. Sun protective behaviors and development of keratinocyte carcinomas in high-risk patients in the Veterans Affairs Keratinocyte Carcinoma Chemoprevention (VAKCC) Trial. J Invest Dermatol. 2019;139(5):S36.
5. Beatson M, DeSimone J. Innumerable squamous cell carcinomas in a Vietnam War veteran exposed to chemical defoliants. J Am Acad Dermatol. Oct 2019;81(4):AB227.
6. Beatson M, Leader N, Shaw F, Weinstock M, Landow S. Group clinic for chemoprevention of squamous cell carcinoma – a pilot study. J Am Acad Dermatol. Oct 2019;81(4):AB68.
7. Beatson M, Harwood M, Reese V, Robinson-Bostom L. Primary cutaneous cryptococcosis in an elderly pigeon breeder. Am J Dermatopathol. Oct 2019;41(10):e118.
8. Misitzis A, Beatson M, Landow S, Higgins HW, Weinstock MA. Predictors for squamous cell carcinomas and optimal follow up guidelines in high-risk patients in the Veterans Affairs Keratinocyte Carcinoma Chemoprevention (VAKCC) Trial. J Invest Dermatol. 2019;139(5):S47.
9. Misitzis A, Beatson M, Tajalli M, Landow S, Weinstock MA. Prospective evaluation of BMI, sun-protective behavior and keratinocyte carcinoma risk. J Invest Dermatol. 2019;139(5):S44.
10. Misitzis A, Beatson M, Walker J, Weinstock MA. Factors associated with sunscreen use in the Veterans Affairs Keratinocyte Carcinoma Chemoprevention (VAKCC) Trial. J Invest Dermatol. 2019;139(9):B6.
11. Misitzis A, Beatson M, Weinstock MA. Keratinocyte carcinoma mortality in the United States as reported in death certificates, 2011 through 2017. J Invest Dermatol. 2019;139(9):B7.
12. Capello E, Swaminathan N, Beatson M, Miller J, Boyd A, Nelson R, Snyder E. Dual therapy with beta blockers and sirolimus in an infant with diffuse hemangiomatosis. J Vasc Anom. 2024;5(4):e105.
PRESENTATIONS
1. Beatson M, Smithy J, Moy A, Chen J, Pulitzer M, Ariyan C, Busam K. A case of malignant CRTC1::TRIM11 melanocytic fusion tumor. Fellows’ Presentations, Annual Meeting of the American Society of Dermatopathology. Chicago, IL, November 2024.
2. Beatson M, Misitzis A, Landow S, Higgins HW, Weinstock MA. Predictors of basal cell carcinoma and implications for follow up in high-risk patients in the Veterans Affairs Keratinocyte Carcinoma Chemoprevention (VAKCC) Trial. Poster Presentation Session, Annual Meeting of the Society of Investigative Dermatology, Chicago, IL, May 2019.
3. Beatson M, Misitzis A, Siegel J, Walker J, Weinstock MA. Sun protective behaviors and development of keratinocyte carcinomas in high-risk patients in the Veterans Affairs Keratinocyte Carcinoma Chemoprevention (VAKCC) Trial. Research in Cutaneous Surgery Session, Annual Meeting of the Society of Investigative Dermatology, Chicago, IL, May 2019.
4. Beatson M, Leader N, Shaw F, Weinstock M, Landow S. Group clinic for chemoprevention of squamous cell carcinoma – a pilot study. Poster Presentation Session, Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology, Washington, DC, March 2019.
5. Beatson M, Lucey P, Jang S, Harvell J, Venna S. Pembrolizumab inducing regression of bystander skin malignancies in a patient with locally advanced melanoma. Gross and Microscopic Resident Symposium, Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology, Washington, DC, March 2019.
6. Beatson M, Lucey P, Venna S, Johal J, Harvell J, Jang S. Melanoma with rhabdomyosarcoma-like differentiation responding to radiation and anti-PD1 antibody immunotherapy. Gross and Microscopic Resident Symposium, Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology, Orlando, FL, March 2017.
Meghan Beatson, MD, FAAD
Dr. Meghan Beatson is a double board-certified/eligible physician, trained in both dermatology and dermatopathology. She has expertise in both medical and surgical dermatology. Dr. Beatson is particularly interested in skin cancer prevention, diagnosis, and management.
Dr. Beatson grew up in Potomac, MD and graduated from the University of Maryland College Park for her undergraduate studies. She went on to earn her medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, where she was honored with induction into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society for her outstanding academic performance. She completed her medical internship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, dermatology residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, and dermatopathology fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
In joining Basko Dermatology, Dr. Beatson brings her expertise in medical and surgical dermatology as well as dermatopathology. Her additional fellowship training in dermatopathology makes her an excellent dermatologist for her patients. She strives to help her patients feel confident in their skin and prides herself on providing exceptional individualized care, addressing her patients’ concerns and questions.
Dr. Beatson is affiliated with Edward Hospital and Northwestern Hospital.
1. Beatson ME, Smithy JW, Domenico D, Gundem G, Papaemmanouil E, Moy A, Chen JM, Pulitzer MP, Ariyan C, Busam KJ. Malignant CRTC1::TRIM11 Cutaneous Tumor With Lethal Outcome: Histopathologic and Molecular Findings. J Cutan Pathol. 2025;52(8):528-532.
2. Beatson M, Misitzis A, Landow S, Higgins HW, Phibbs C, Weinstock MA. Predictors of basal cell carcinoma and implications for follow up in high-risk patients in the Veterans Affairs Keratinocyte Carcinoma Chemoprevention (VAKCC) Trial. J Cutan Med Surg. 2021;25(1):102-103.
3. Beatson M, Eleryan M, Reserva J, Kaufman B, Connelly B, Dugan E, Radfar A, Lucey P, Harvell J, Bhawan J, Jang S, Venna S. Importance of pathology review to complement clinical management of melanoma. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2020; 83(6):1784-1786.
4. Beatson M, Weinstock MA. Further consideration of the pigmented lesion assay. JAMA Dermatol. 2019;155(3):393.
5. Beatson M, Misitzis A, Weinstock MA. Counting keratinocyte carcinomas as a step to preventing them. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2019;81(4):1030-1031.
6. Beatson M, Means A, Leader N, Robinson-Bostom L, Weinstock MA. Characteristics of keratinocyte carcinomas and patients with keratinocyte carcinomas following exposure to a single 2-4 week course of topical 5-fluorouracil (5-FU) on the face and ears. Acta Derm Venereol. 2019;99(7):707-8.
7. Beatson M, Misitzis A, Lew R, Weinstock MA. Trends in usage of keratinocyte carcinoma and nonmelanoma skin cancer in the literature. Br J Dermatol. 2019;181(6):1308-9.
8. Beatson M, Siegel JA, Chren MM, Weinstock MA. Effects of increased actinic keratosis count on skin-related quality of life: Results from the Veterans Affairs Keratinocyte Carcinoma Chemoprevention (VAKCC) Trial. Eur J Dermatol. 2019;29(5):507-10.
9. Beatson M, Harwood M, Reese V, Robinson-Bostom L. Primary cutaneous cryptococcosis in an elderly pigeon breeder. JAAD Case Rep. 2019;5(5):433-5.
10. Beatson M, Leader N, Shaw F, Weinstock MA, Landow S. Group clinic for chemoprevention of squamous cell carcinoma: a pilot study. Cutis. 2020;105(05):241-243, E1.
11. Allais B, Beatson M, Wang H, Shahbazi S, Jang S, Venna S. Five Year Survival in Patients with Nodular and Superficial Spreading Melanomas in the US Population. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2021;84(4):1015-1022.
12. Misitzis A, Beatson M, Landow S, Weinstock MA. Keratinocyte carcinoma mortality in the United States as reported in death certificates, 2011 through 2017. Dermatol Surg. 2020;46(9):1135-1140.
13. Siegel JA, Beatson M, Chren MM, Weinstock MA. Effects of new keratinocyte carcinomas on skin-related quality of life: Results from the Veterans Affairs Keratinocyte Carcinoma Chemoprevention Trial. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2019;80(5):1458-1459.
14. Misitzis A, Beatson M, Siegel JA, Korgavkar K, Walker J, Weinstock MA. An increase in sunscreen use in a population resistant to sun protection. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2019;81(6):1441-2.
15. DeSimone JA, Beatson M. Innumerable squamous cell carcinomas in Vietnam War veteran exposed to chemical defoliants. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2019;12(8):47–50.
16. Misitzis A, Beatson M, Weinstock MA. A study on healthcare utilization for actinic keratosis in the Netherlands highlights a global issue. Br J Dermatol. 2019;181(3):441-442.
17. Misitzis A, Beatson M, Weinstock M. Response to: A randomized, open, controlled trial of tretinoin 0.05% cream vs. low-dose oral isotretinoin for the treatment of field cancerization. Int J Dermatol. 2019;58(10):e185-e186.
18. Misitzis A, Stratigos AJ, Beatson M, Mastorakos G, Dellavalle RP, Weinstock MA. Veterans Affairs Keratinocyte Carcinoma Chemoprevention Trial Group. The association of metformin use with keratinocyte carcinoma development in high-risk patients. Dermatol Ther. 2020;33(6):e14402.
19. Matthews NH, Risica PM, Ferris LK, Beatson M, Saul M, Geller AC, Solano F, Kirkwood JM, Weinstock MA. Psychosocial impact of skin biopsies in the setting of melanoma screening – a cross-sectional survey. Br J Dermatol. 2019;180(3):664-5.
20. Means AD, Leader NF, Siegel JA, Park SH, Arron ST, Walker JL, Pomerantz H, Beatson M, Weinstock MA. Rate and proportion of malignant skin biopsies for basal cell and squamous cell carcinoma on the face and ears after a single course of topical 5-fluorouracil: The Veterans Affairs Keratinocyte Carcinoma Chemoprevention Trial. Dermatol Surg. 2021;47(4):541-543.
AWARDS & HONORS
2020 GW Medical School Graduation Scholarship. Awarded endowed merit scholarship based on academic performance while a student at GW.
2020 GW Hospital Women’s Board Scholarship. Selected for competitive award based on academic excellence, community involvement, and commitment to the field of medicine.
2018 Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. Selected for induction based on academic performance, extracurricular activities, research endeavors, and commitment to the community.
2017 GW Kassan Research Award. Selected for the award for research at the Inova Melanoma and Skin Cancer Center.
2016 – 2020 GW Adopt-a-Doc Scholarship. One of five classmates selected for the award by a special GW committee.
2015 – 2020 GW Tauber Scholarship. Selected for the award among students who are descendants of WWII veterans.
1. Beatson M, Paulo DL, Mason N, Nelson R, Robbins J. A comparison of conventional immunohistochemical staining for PRAME with a noninvasive molecular assay for PRAME expression. Am J Dermatopathol. Oct 2022.
2. Beatson M, Kaskas N, Bercovitch L, Robinson-Bostom L. A case of ataxia-telangiectasia with granulomatous dermatitis, morphea-like features, and fatal cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma. Am J Dermatopathol. Oct 2022.
3. Beatson M, Misitzis A, Landow S, Higgins HW, Weinstock MA. Predictors of basal cell carcinoma and implications for follow up in high-risk patients in the Veterans Affairs Keratinocyte Carcinoma Chemoprevention (VAKCC) Trial. J Invest Dermatol. 2019;139(5):S47.
4. Beatson M, Misitzis A, Siegel J, Walker J, Weinstock MA. Sun protective behaviors and development of keratinocyte carcinomas in high-risk patients in the Veterans Affairs Keratinocyte Carcinoma Chemoprevention (VAKCC) Trial. J Invest Dermatol. 2019;139(5):S36.
5. Beatson M, DeSimone J. Innumerable squamous cell carcinomas in a Vietnam War veteran exposed to chemical defoliants. J Am Acad Dermatol. Oct 2019;81(4):AB227.
6. Beatson M, Leader N, Shaw F, Weinstock M, Landow S. Group clinic for chemoprevention of squamous cell carcinoma – a pilot study. J Am Acad Dermatol. Oct 2019;81(4):AB68.
7. Beatson M, Harwood M, Reese V, Robinson-Bostom L. Primary cutaneous cryptococcosis in an elderly pigeon breeder. Am J Dermatopathol. Oct 2019;41(10):e118.
8. Misitzis A, Beatson M, Landow S, Higgins HW, Weinstock MA. Predictors for squamous cell carcinomas and optimal follow up guidelines in high-risk patients in the Veterans Affairs Keratinocyte Carcinoma Chemoprevention (VAKCC) Trial. J Invest Dermatol. 2019;139(5):S47.
9. Misitzis A, Beatson M, Tajalli M, Landow S, Weinstock MA. Prospective evaluation of BMI, sun-protective behavior and keratinocyte carcinoma risk. J Invest Dermatol. 2019;139(5):S44.
10. Misitzis A, Beatson M, Walker J, Weinstock MA. Factors associated with sunscreen use in the Veterans Affairs Keratinocyte Carcinoma Chemoprevention (VAKCC) Trial. J Invest Dermatol. 2019;139(9):B6.
11. Misitzis A, Beatson M, Weinstock MA. Keratinocyte carcinoma mortality in the United States as reported in death certificates, 2011 through 2017. J Invest Dermatol. 2019;139(9):B7.
12. Capello E, Swaminathan N, Beatson M, Miller J, Boyd A, Nelson R, Snyder E. Dual therapy with beta blockers and sirolimus in an infant with diffuse hemangiomatosis. J Vasc Anom. 2024;5(4):e105.
PRESENTATIONS
1. Beatson M, Smithy J, Moy A, Chen J, Pulitzer M, Ariyan C, Busam K. A case of malignant CRTC1::TRIM11 melanocytic fusion tumor. Fellows’ Presentations, Annual Meeting of the American Society of Dermatopathology. Chicago, IL, November 2024.
2. Beatson M, Misitzis A, Landow S, Higgins HW, Weinstock MA. Predictors of basal cell carcinoma and implications for follow up in high-risk patients in the Veterans Affairs Keratinocyte Carcinoma Chemoprevention (VAKCC) Trial. Poster Presentation Session, Annual Meeting of the Society of Investigative Dermatology, Chicago, IL, May 2019.
3. Beatson M, Misitzis A, Siegel J, Walker J, Weinstock MA. Sun protective behaviors and development of keratinocyte carcinomas in high-risk patients in the Veterans Affairs Keratinocyte Carcinoma Chemoprevention (VAKCC) Trial. Research in Cutaneous Surgery Session, Annual Meeting of the Society of Investigative Dermatology, Chicago, IL, May 2019.
4. Beatson M, Leader N, Shaw F, Weinstock M, Landow S. Group clinic for chemoprevention of squamous cell carcinoma – a pilot study. Poster Presentation Session, Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology, Washington, DC, March 2019.
5. Beatson M, Lucey P, Jang S, Harvell J, Venna S. Pembrolizumab inducing regression of bystander skin malignancies in a patient with locally advanced melanoma. Gross and Microscopic Resident Symposium, Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology, Washington, DC, March 2019.
6. Beatson M, Lucey P, Venna S, Johal J, Harvell J, Jang S. Melanoma with rhabdomyosarcoma-like differentiation responding to radiation and anti-PD1 antibody immunotherapy. Gross and Microscopic Resident Symposium, Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology, Orlando, FL, March 2017.
Education and Training