Dermatology

If you're experiencing symptoms of a skin disease or skin cancer, have been diagnosed with skin cancer, or have cosmetic concerns, board‑certified dermatologists and dermatologic surgeons at Cedars-Sinai are here to help. We offer personalized treatment for common and complex skin diseases, Mohs micrographic surgery for skin cancer, and a wide range of cosmetic dermatology services.

Comprehensive Care
Our experts work together to provide you with a personalized care plan to fit your unique needs.
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Dedicated Specialists
Our team of dermatologists has decades of experience in preventing, diagnosing and treating problems affecting the skin, hair and nails.
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Ideally Located
Our dermatology experts treat the full spectrum of skin disorders at convenient locations throughout the greater Los Angeles area.
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Dermatology Services for All

We understand the unique dermatology concerns of our patients of color. Our experts have the training and expertise to diagnose and treat medical conditions that affect skin of color, such as hyperpigmentation and scarring. Our experts offer a full range of personalized services that are safe and effective for patients with all skin tones.

The Latest From Cedars‑Sinai Dermatology

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HealthCentral: What to Expect From Your Psoriasis Medications

HealthCentral recently interviewed Allison Truong, MD, a board-certified dermatologist at Cedars-Sinai, about treatment options for psoriasis, an inflammatory skin condition caused when skin cells multiply too quickly, leading to itchy...

Bumpy Skin: Do I Need Treatment?

Many kids and young adults have tiny skin bumps that sometimes itch, called keratosis pilaris. Treatments may help decrease itchiness and smooth away bumps.

Why Am I Breaking Out?

Cedars-Sinai dermatologists share why identifying your acne is the best start to treating it.

How to Take Care of Your Skin

Cedars-Sinai dermatologists suggest sun protection, hydration, and certain procedures and active ingredients, like laser treatments and vitamin C, to keep skin healthy and looking good.

The Atlanta Journal‑Constitution: Embracing Your Fabulous 40s With Health, Wisdom and New Beginnings

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution recently featured Cedars-Sinai experts discussing women’s wellness during middle age. The newspaper’s coverage was based on a special report by the Cedars-Sinai...

Summer Safety: What You Should Know About Melanoma

After a cold and rainy winter, it’s refreshing to plan summertime outdoor activities or a day at the beach soaking up the sun. But it’s...

HuffPost: TikTokers Are Using This Common Acne Treatment as Deodorant. Does It Work?

HuffPost recently interviewed Cedars-Sinai dermatologist Brandon Cohen, MD, about the use of glycolic and salicylic acids to treat body odor—a popular social media trend—and whether...

Cedars‑Sinai Dermatologist: How to Prevent Skin Cancer, Post-Pandemic

Memorial Day weekend is here, traditionally the time to bust out the pool-and-beach gear, fire up the barbecue and swap sweatshirts for shorts, T-shirts and...

Don't delay getting a skin exam. Here's what to expect.

It's National Skin Cancer Awareness Month! If caught early, skin cancer is curable, so a skin exam could save your life. Here's what to expect.

World‑Class Leadership

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Susan M. Rabizadeh, MD, MBA

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Nima Gharavi, MD, PhD

Associate Professor, Department of Medicine

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Allison K. Truong, MD

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Howard L. Liu, MD

Clinical Chief, Division of Dermatology

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Dermatology Research & Clinical Trials

We regularly participate in research uncovering new care methods for skin disease. Our efforts are improving treatments for skin cancer and lifelong conditions such as lupus. We are also exploring the best ways to deliver cosmetic procedures, including laser, light and energy‑based therapies.

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Bench to Bedside Breakthroughs

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New Malignant Melanoma Treatments Show Promise for Other Cancers

Investigators from The Angeles Clinic and Research Institute, an affiliate of Cedars-Sinai Cancer, have determined that a combination of drugs that act on the immune...

Cedars‑Sinai Researchers Develop New Melanoma Staging System

Cedars-Sinai Cancer researchers have created a new system for classifying melanoma when the disease has spread to the lymph nodes. This system may offer a...

What You Need to Know About Melanoma

Dr. Omid Hamid, director of the Melanoma Program at Cedars-Sinai and chief of Translational Research and Immunotherapy at The Angeles Clinic and Research Institute shares...

Innovative Training. Elevated Teaching.

Our residents and fellows are training to become the next leaders in skin and cancer care. We provide a full range of clinical experience to prepare participants for successful careers in dermatology, dermatopathology and more.

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