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Best Dermatologists in Irvine

Written by Andrew Le, MD

Updated December 12, 2024

Introduction to Dermatology in Irvine

Overview of Dermatology as a Medical Specialty

Dermatology is a medical specialty focused on diagnosing and treating conditions related to the skin, hair, nails, and mucous membranes.

Dermatologists in Irvine treat a wide range of conditions, including acne, eczema, psoriasis, skin cancer, and cosmetic concerns.

Importance of Dermatological Care

Proper skin care and regular dermatological check-ups are essential for maintaining overall health and detecting potential issues early.

Irvine's climate and lifestyle factors make regular dermatological care particularly important for residents.

Dermatology Services in Irvine

Irvine dermatologists offer a comprehensive range of services, including medical dermatology, cosmetic procedures, and specialized treatments like Mohs surgery.

Many Irvine dermatologists specialize in areas such as pediatric dermatology, dermatologic surgery, and cosmetic dermatology, as evidenced by the diverse backgrounds of practitioners in the provided data.


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List of Dermatologists in Irvine

RS

Dr. Rana Rofagha Sajjadian

5.0

Irvine, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

American Board of Dermatology

Ohio State University College of Medicine (Medical School)

English

Dermatology

Dermatologic Surgery

Microsurgery

Dr. Tyler Maly

Dr. Tyler Maly

5.0

Irvine, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(760) 758-5340

American Board of Dermatology

UC Irvine (Residency Hospital)

St Mary's Medical Center (Internship Hospital)

University Arizona (Undergraduate School)

University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix (Medical School, 2013)

English

Dermatology

OA

Dr. Omeed Ahadiat

5.0

Irvine, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

American Board of Dermatology

English

Dermatology

Dermatologic Surgery

GY

Dr. Geoffrey Yang

5.0

Irvine, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(617) 732-9080

American Board of Dermatology

CASE WESTERN RESERVE CARE SYSTEM (Medical School, 2012)

English

Brigham and Women's Hospital

Dermatology

JA

Dr. Justin Arnold

5.0

Irvine, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

English

UCI Medical Center

Dermatology

Dr. Kristy Fleming

Dr. Kristy Fleming

5.0

Irvine, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

American Board of Dermatology

University of California, Irvine School of Medicine (Medical School)

English

Hoag Hospital Newport Beach

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

Dermatology

Mohs Micrographic Surgery

JC

Dr. Jason Castillo

5.0

Irvine, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(949) 262-5780

American Board of Dermatology

University of California at San Diego (Medical School, 2017)

English

Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

Dermatology

Dermatologic Surgery

MH

Dr. Mary Von Hoffmann

5.0

Irvine, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

American Board of Dermatology

Georgetown University School of Dentistry (Medical School, 1985)

English

Dermatology

Dr. Sam Truong

Dr. Sam Truong

5.0

Irvine, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

American Board of Dermatology

Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center (Internship Hospital)

University of California, Irvine (Undergraduate School)

University of California, Irvine School of Medicine (Residency Hospital, 2013)

University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) (Medical School, 2009)

English

Dermatology

PF

Dr. Pascal Ferzli

5.0

Irvine, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(562) 431-8554

American Board of Dermatology

Boston University (Medical School, 2005)

English

Concord Hospital

Dermatology

CK

Dr. Christina Kraus

5.0

Irvine, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

American Board of Dermatology

GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY / MEDICAL CENTER (Medical School)

English

UCI Medical Center

Dermatology

Dr. Srimanasi Javvaji

Dr. Srimanasi Javvaji

5.0

Irvine, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(949) 262-7700

American Board of Dermatology

UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI / KANSAS CITY CAMPUS (Medical School, 2012)

English

Dermatology

Mohs Micrographic Surgery

Internal Medicine

Dr. Kristen Kelly

Dr. Kristen Kelly

4.9

Irvine, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English, Spanish

American Board of Dermatology

University of California, Los Angeles (Undergraduate School)

University California Irvine Medical Center (Residency Hospital, 1997)

St Mary Medical Center (Internship Hospital, 1994)

St Marys Medical Center (Internship Hospital, 1994)

English

Spanish

UCI Medical Center

Dermatology

BM

Dr. Brent Martin

4.9

Irvine, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

American Board of Dermatology

University of California, Irvine School of Medicine (Medical School)

English

UCI Medical Center

Dermatology

Dermatologic Surgery

MS

Dr. Melissa Shive

4.9

Irvine, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

American Board of Dermatology

University of California at San Francisco (Medical School, 2013)

English

UCI Medical Center

Dermatology

Dermatologic Surgery

NM

Dr. Natasha Mesinkovska

4.9

Irvine, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(949) 386-5700

American Board of Dermatology

English

UCI Medical Center

Dermatopathology

Dermatology

LD

Dr. Linda Doan

4.9

Irvine, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(949) 824-0606

American Board of Dermatology

English

UCI Medical Center

Dermatopathology

Dermatology

JS

Dr. Jessica Shiu

4.8

Irvine, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

American Board of Dermatology

English

UCI Medical Center

Dermatology

Dr. Vince Afsahi

Dr. Vince Afsahi

4.8

Irvine, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English, Chinese, French, Spanish

American Board of Dermatology

University So Calif Mc (Residency Hospital)

Usc/Lac-Keck School Of Medicine (Residency Hospital)

Ucla-Olive View Mc (Internship Hospital)

UCLA - Olive View MC (Internship Hospital, 1998)

University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine (Medical School, 1997)

English

Chinese

French

Spanish

Dermatology

Dr. Nathan Rojek

Dr. Nathan Rojek

4.8

Irvine, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

American Board of Dermatology

GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY / MEDICAL CENTER (Medical School)

English

UCI Medical Center

Dermatology

ES

Dr. Elizabeth Steinberg

4.8

Irvine, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

American Board of Dermatology

New York University (Medical School, 1982)

English

Dermatology

Dr. Steven Wang

Dr. Steven Wang

4.8

Irvine, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

American Board of Dermatology

Mohs' Fellowship|New York University School of Medicine (Fellowship Hospital)

University of Minnesota Medical School (Residency Hospital)

Albert Einstein College of Medicine (Medical School)

English

Hoag Hospital Newport Beach

Dermatology

Dr. Christopher Zachary

Dr. Christopher Zachary

4.7

Irvine, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(949) 824-0606

Institute Of Dermatology, University Of London (Residency Hospital, 1985)

Internal Medicine, Whittington Hospital, Royal College Of Physicians (Residency Hospital, 1979)

University of London (Undergraduate School, 1974)

English

UCI Medical Center

Dermatologic Surgery

Dermatology

Cosmetic Dermatologic Surgery

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Cosmetic Medicine

Dr. Anand Ganesan

Dr. Anand Ganesan

4.7

Irvine, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

American Board of Dermatology

Medical College of Wisconsin (Medical School, 2001)

English

UCI Medical Center

Dermatology

SG

Dr. Sergei Grando

4.6

Irvine, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English, Norwegian, Russian

American Board of Dermatology

Ukrainian State Medical Institute (Medical School, 1980)

English

Norwegian

Russian

UCI Medical Center

Dermatology

Dr. Nissan Pilest

Dr. Nissan Pilest

4.6

Irvine, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English, Persian

Phone

(949) 727-3800

American Board of Dermatology

Charlotte Memorial Hospital (Residency Hospital, 1976)

Maricopa Co Hospital (Internship Hospital, 1975)

Maricopa Medical Center (Internship Hospital, 1975)

National University Of Iran (Medical School, 1972)

English

Persian

Hoag Orthopedic Institute

UCI Medical Center

Dermatology

JW

Dr. Jashin Wu

4.4

Irvine, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

American Board of Dermatology

University of California, Irvine School of Medicine (Residency Hospital)

Baylor Medical Center (Internship Hospital)

Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (Medical School, 2002)

English

Dermatology

Dermatologic Surgery

SS

Dr. Sogol Saghari

4.3

Irvine, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(949) 679-6564

American Board of Dermatology

Shahid Beheshti University Of Medical Sciences, Faculty Of Medicine (Medical School)

English

Dermatology

MK

Dr. Marit Kreidel

4.3

Irvine, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

American Board of Dermatology

NEW YORK Medical College (Medical School, 2007)

English

Kaiser Permanente Orange County-Anaheim Medical Center

Dermatology

Dermatologic Surgery

Microsurgery

IB

Dr. Ira Bell

4.3

Irvine, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

American Board of Dermatology

American Board of Internal Medicine

Rutgers New Jersey Medical School (Medical School, 1979)

English

Dermatology

Dr. Anjali Butani

Dr. Anjali Butani

4.3

Irvine, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English, Hindi, Sindhi, Spanish

American Board of Dermatology

Northwestern University (Fellowship Hospital)

Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (Fellowship Hospital)

New Jersey Medical School / UMDNJ (Residency Hospital)

Albert Einstein College of Medicine (Internship Hospital)

Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College (Medical School)

English

Hindi

Sindhi

Spanish

Chapman Global Medical Center

Dermatology

Cosmetic Dermatologic Surgery

Dermatologic Surgery

Procedural Dermatology

MW

Dr. Mitchell Wainwright

4.3

Irvine, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English, Spanish

Phone

(949) 364-9112

American Board of Family Medicine

University CA Irvine Medical Center (Residency Hospital)

Escuela Nacional De Medicina Y Homeopatia, Instituto Politecnico Nacional (Medical School, 1981)

English

Spanish

Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo

Family Medicine

Sports Medicine

Dermatology

Dr. Bita Bagheri

Dr. Bita Bagheri

4.1

Irvine, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English, Persian

American Board of Dermatology

Columbia university (Residency Hospital)

Ny and Presby Hospital (Residency Hospital)

University of Ut Medical Center (Residency Hospital)

University of Utah (Internship Hospital)

University of Pennsylvania (Medical School)

University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine (Medical School, 1998)

English

Persian

Hoag Hospital Newport Beach

Dermatology

PP

Dr. Payal Patel

4.1

Irvine, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine (Medical School, 2009)

English

Kaiser Permanente Orange County-Anaheim Medical Center

NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst

Bronxcare Health System

Dermatology

Dr. Hamid Towhidian

Dr. Hamid Towhidian

4.0

Irvine, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English, Arabic, Persian, Persian, Spanish

Geo Washington University Hospital (Residency Hospital)

George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences (Medical School)

English

Arabic

Persian

Persian

Spanish

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Internal Medicine

Dermatology

Dermatologic Surgery

Dr. Hien Tran

Dr. Hien Tran

4.0

Irvine, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(949) 552-1313

American Board of Dermatology

Stanford (Undergraduate School)

HARVARD Medical School (Medical School, 2001)

English

Hoag Hospital Newport Beach

MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Center

Dermatology

Dermatologic Surgery

Mohs Micrographic Surgery

Cosmetic Dermatology

CS

Dr. Charles Sexton

4.0

Irvine, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English, Spanish

WRIGHT STATE UNIVERSITY / MAIN CAMPUS (Medical School, 1988)

English

Spanish

Dermatology

AK

Dr. Alyssa Kim

4.0

Irvine, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English, Korean

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT LOS ANGELES / CENTER FOR HEALTH SCIENCES (Medical School, 1989)

English

Korean

Dermatology

Dr. Heidi Goodarzi

Dr. Heidi Goodarzi

3.9

Irvine, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English, Persian

American Board of Dermatology

University of Pennsylvania (Undergraduate School)

University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine (Undergraduate School)

HARVARD Medical School (Medical School, 2007)

English

Persian

Children's Hospital Los Angeles

Dermatology

Pediatric Dermatology

Cosmetic Dermatologic Surgery

Cosmetic Dermatology

Cosmetic Medicine

Dr. Brandie Metz

Dr. Brandie Metz

3.9

Irvine, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(949) 336-6569

American Board of Dermatology

Rady Children's Hospital (Fellowship Hospital, 2005)

Baylor College of Medicine (Residency Hospital, 2004)

Baylor University (Residency Hospital, 2004)

UC San Diego (Internship Hospital, 2001)

University of California at San Diego (Internship Hospital, 2001)

Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (Medical School, 2000)

Northestern University (Undergraduate School, 1997)

English

Children's Hospital of Orange County

Pediatric Dermatology

Dermatology

Dr. Neda Mehr

Dr. Neda Mehr

3.8

Irvine, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English, Persian, Spanish

Phone

(949) 706-1469

American Board of Dermatology

Melanoma Research Fellowship, Loma Linda University (Fellowship Hospital)

Loma Linda University (Internship Hospital, 2008)

University of California, Irvine School of Medicine (Medical School, 2007)

University of California, Irvine School of Medicine (Undergraduate School, 2003)

cosmetic dermatology ()

English

Persian

Spanish

Hoag Hospital Newport Beach

Dermatology

Pediatric Dermatology

Cosmetic Dermatologic Surgery

Dermatologic Oncology

Dermatologic Surgery

Mohs Micrographic Surgery

Procedural Dermatology

Cosmetic Dermatology

LL

Dr. Lucille Lemus

3.8

Irvine, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

HARVARD Medical School (Medical School, 1977)

English

Dermatology

Dr. Karen Benik

Dr. Karen Benik

3.7

Irvine, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

American Board of Dermatology

University of California at Berkeley (Medical School, 1986)

English

Dermatology

JW

Dr. James Waldman

3.5

Irvine, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English, Spanish

Phone

(949) 753-9747

American Board of Dermatology

American Board of Internal Medicine

New York University (Medical School, 1983)

English

Spanish

Internal Medicine

Dermatology

LG

Dr. Linda Globerman

3.5

Irvine, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

American Board of Dermatology

University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine (Medical School, 1976)

English

Hoag Hospital Newport Beach

UCI Medical Center

Dermatology

Dr. Azin Meshkinpour

Dr. Azin Meshkinpour

3.5

Irvine, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English, Arabic, Persian

Phone

(949) 770-8115

American Board of Dermatology

University of California, Los Angeles ()

English

Arabic

Persian

Hoag Hospital Newport Beach

Dermatology

Mohs Micrographic Surgery

Cosmetic Dermatology

LX

Dr. Lisa Xu

3.2

Irvine, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

American Board of Dermatology

WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY / COLLEGE OF DENTAL MEDICINE (Medical School, 2006)

English

Dermatology

AY

Dr. Aparche Yang

3.0

Irvine, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(949) 262-5600

American Board of Dermatology

University of California, Irvine School of Medicine (Medical School)

English

Dermatopathology

Dermatology

Dr. Kim Tang

Dr. Kim Tang

2.9

Irvine, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English, Vietnamese

American Board of Dermatology

University of California at Berkeley (Medical School, 1992)

English

Vietnamese

Mission Community Hospital

Dermatology

Dr. Tien Nguyen

Dr. Tien Nguyen

2.9

Irvine, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English, Chinese, French, Spanish, Vietnamese

Phone

(949) 679-9994

American Board of Dermatology

Cedars Sinai Medical Center|University of Virginia (Residency Hospital, 1984)

University of Florida College of Medicine (Medical School, 1982)

English

Chinese

French

Spanish

Vietnamese

MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Center

Fountain Valley Regional Hospital and Medical Center

Dermatology

Dr. Gary Lee

Dr. Gary Lee

2.2

Irvine, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English, Cantonese

American Board of Dermatology

University of California at Berkeley (Medical School, 1994)

English

Cantonese

Dermatology

KL

Dr. Kelly Lin

1.0

Irvine, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

American Board of Dermatology

Harbor-UCLA Medical Center (Medical School, 2012)

English

Kaiser Permanente Orange County-Anaheim Medical Center

Dermatology

FD

Dr. Francis Dann

N/A

Irvine, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(808) 522-4360

American Board of Dermatology

Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons (Medical School, 1972)

English

Straub Clinic and Hospital

Dermatology

MF

Dr. Michele Fullmer

N/A

Irvine, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

American Board of Dermatology

University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine (Medical School, 1981)

English

Dermatology

TB

Dr. Terese Bergheim

N/A

Irvine, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(888) 988-2800

American Board of Dermatology

American Board of Internal Medicine

English

Kaiser Permanente Orange County-Anaheim Medical Center

UCI Medical Center

Internal Medicine

Dermatology

CG

Dr. Cindy Parra Guerrero

N/A

Irvine, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(734) 615-0563

American Board of Dermatology

English

University Hospital-University of Michigan

Dermatology

Dermatologic Surgery

EG

Dr. Elizabeth Gutmark

N/A

Irvine, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(213) 278-0021

American Board of Dermatology

Johns Hopkins School of Medicine (Medical School, 2010)

English

Dermatopathology

Dermatology

Choosing a Dermatologist in Irvine

Factors to Consider When Selecting a Dermatologist

Qualifications and Board Certifications

  • Importance of American Board of Dermatology certification
  • Additional subspecialty certifications (e.g., Mohs surgery, pediatric dermatology)

Experience and Specializations

  • Years of practice
  • Areas of expertise within dermatology
  • Specific dermatological conditions treated

Patient Reviews and Ratings

  • Importance of star ratings and number of reviews
  • Analyzing patient feedback for insights

Language Capabilities

  • Availability of multilingual dermatologists in Irvine
  • Importance for clear communication

Overview of the Dermatologist Selection Process in Irvine

Researching Potential Providers

  • Utilizing online resources and databases
  • Checking hospital affiliations

Scheduling Consultations

  • Importance of initial meetings
  • Questions to ask during consultations

Evaluating Personal Comfort and Rapport

  • Assessing communication style
  • Considering the dermatologist's approach to treatment

Considering Practical Factors

  • Location and accessibility
  • Office hours and availability
  • Insurance acceptance and out-of-pocket costs

Top-Ranked Dermatologists in Irvine

Dr. Christina Kraus

Credentials and Experience

  • Board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology
  • Graduated from Georgetown University Medical Center
  • Affiliated with UCI Medical Center

Patient Satisfaction

  • 5.0-star rating based on 825 reviews
  • Highest number of patient reviews among listed dermatologists

Contact Information

  • No phone number provided in the data

Dr. Kristen Kelly

Credentials and Experience

  • Board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology
  • Completed residency at University California Irvine Medical Center
  • Affiliated with UCI Medical Center

Patient Satisfaction

  • 4.9-star rating based on 676 reviews
  • Second-highest number of patient reviews

Languages

  • Speaks English and Spanish

Dr. Melissa Shive

Credentials and Experience

  • Board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology
  • Graduated from University of California at San Francisco in 2013
  • Specializes in Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery

Patient Satisfaction

  • 4.9-star rating based on 389 reviews

Hospital Affiliation

  • Affiliated with UCI Medical Center

Dr. Natasha Mesinkovska

Credentials and Experience

  • Board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology
  • Specializes in Dermatopathology and Dermatology

Patient Satisfaction

  • 4.9-star rating based on 395 reviews

Contact Information

  • Phone: (949) 386-5700
  • Affiliated with UCI Medical Center

Dr. Tyler Maly

Credentials and Experience

  • Board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology
  • Graduated from University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix in 2013
  • Completed residency at UC Irvine

Patient Satisfaction

  • 5.0-star rating based on 28 reviews

Contact Information

  • Phone: (760) 758-5340

Finding the Right Dermatologist in Irvine

Introduction to Dermatology

Overview of dermatology as a medical specialty

  • Definition and scope of dermatology
  • Common skin conditions treated by dermatologists

Importance of skin health

  • Impact of skin conditions on overall well-being
  • Prevention and early detection of skin issues

Dermatology in Irvine

Prevalence of skin conditions in the local climate

  • Effects of Southern California weather on skin health
  • Common dermatological concerns in Irvine

Overview of dermatology services in Irvine

  • Range of treatments available
  • Specializations offered by local dermatologists

Choosing a Dermatologist in Irvine

Factors to consider

  • Qualifications and board certifications
  • Experience and specializations
  • Patient reviews and ratings
  • Accessibility and location

Resources for finding dermatologists

  • Online directories and review platforms
  • Referrals from primary care physicians
  • Recommendations from friends and family