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Leela Athalye, DO, is one of the expert dermatologists treating patients at Orange Coast Dermatology, which has two locations in Rancho Santa Margarita and Mission Viejo, California. 

Dr. Athalye was raised in Mission Viejo, California, and went to high school locally at Capistrano Valley High School, where she was valedictorian. She went to the University of California - Los Angeles and graduated with honors with a Bachelor of Science in psychobiology. Dr. Athalye then received her medical degree from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine and graduated among the top of her class. Dr. Athalye completed her residency at the top of her class and served as chief resident at Western University Dermatology program at College Medical Hospital in Long Beach, California.  

Dr. Athalye has a true passion for dermatology and even had her own dermatology website as she was graduated from medical school. She loves volunteering with schools locally to teach them about basic skin care. Dr. Athalye traveled to Costa Rica and India during medical school to both learn about the healthcare systems and study tropical diseases, especially leprosy. Later, she participated in medical missions in Ethiopia, Dominican Republic, and Guatemala. ​

Currently, Dr. Athalye serves as an assistant clinical professor at the Western University Dermatology program. She has a calling for teaching and mentoring students and residents. In her spare time, she loves all forms of dance and travel. Dr. Athalye cannot wait to meet you and address all of your skin needs with the most care and enthusiasm.

Daniel Di Cesare, MD, is a skilled and compassionate physician at Orange Coast Dermatology, a medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology practice with locations in Rancho Santa Margarita, Orange, and Mission Viejo, California. As the son of missionary parents, Dr. Di Cesare grew up helping people. “Caring for people is second nature.” So it was only natural he became a doctor.

After completing his undergraduate studies at Wheaton College in Wheaton, Illinois, he initially focused on internal medicine and pediatrics during his residency at the University of Texas, Houston Medical School | MD Anderson Cancer Center. But after a clinical research fellowship in dermatology, followed by a residency in dermatology, he knew he found the specialty for him. Research in dermatology fueled his interest in the field.

Today Dr. Di Cesare maintains memberships and certifications with several professional organizations, including the American Board of Dermatology, the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Medical Association, the American Society of Mohs Surgery, and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery.

Dr. Di Cesare has assisted in more than a dozen studies and clinical trials for topical medications for eczema and psoriasis. These medications later received FDA approval. “Now, doctors are prescribing these medications, and they’re making a significant difference in people’s lives. It’s very gratifying to see the results of your work in research with patients.”

Helping other people isn’t limited to the office for Dr. Di Cesare, who speaks fluent Spanish. He has coordinated and participated in minority health fares, volunteered at a community clinic in Jamaica, and served a medical mission in Piedras Negras, Mexico.

Dr. Di Cesare is a team player, whether it’s as part of a team of doctors or a patient-doctor team. “Being able to diagnose a skin disorder, and successfully treat it takes teamwork.

Daryl grew up in South Orange County and has been a Certified Physician Associate since 2005. He takes pride in meeting his patients’ skin care needs and concerns. Striving for optimal skin health, he will address your concerns with compassion and attentiveness. He received two Bachelor of Science degrees, one at CSU Chico and then another at UNC Greensboro.  Then later attained his master’s degree in physician assistant studies at Eastern Virginia Medical School. Having always had a passion for skin care, he was instantly drawn to the field of dermatology. He has practiced dermatology for over 15 years, treating an array of skin conditions including acne, skin cancers, irregular moles, eczema, psoriasis, rashes, and hair loss, among others. He also performs many procedures such as total body exams, biopsies, excisions of skin cancers/pre-cancerous skin lesions, and cryotherapy of various lesions/pre-cancerous lesions.  Daryl is a member of Beta Beta Beat, The National Biology Honor Society, and has affiliations with AAPA (American Academy of Physician Assistants) CAPA (California Academy of Physician Assistants), and SDPA (Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants).  In his downtime, Daryl loves spending time with his 6-year-old daughter, are an avid golfer, alpine snow skier, and anything else his daughter might currently be interested in.

Dr. Sonia Batra is a dual board-certified dermatologist and micrographic dermatologic surgeon as well as the founder of Batra Dermatology. She is also a highly respected media expert and co-host of CBS’ former long-running talk show, The Doctors. She coordinates her clinical, academic, and media work to provide the most current, evidence-based, and highest quality care for her patients.

Dr. Batra is delighted to be practicing in her hometown and is a former Valedictorian of Palisades High School. She received her A.B., M.P.H, and M.D. degrees from Harvard University, where she graduated magna cum laude and was elected to Phi Beta Kappa. As a Rhodes Scholar, she earned a Master’s degree at the University of Oxford, England. She completed her residency training and Chief Residency in Dermatology at Stanford University followed by advanced fellowship training in Mohs micrographic surgery, laser and cosmetic dermatology. She is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Dermatology at USC Keck School of Medicine and an editor and reviewer for three leading dermatology journals.

Dr. Batra is grateful to be selected as a top dermatologist by Castle Connolly, Los Angeles Magazine, and Southern California SuperDoctors. Her husband, Sameer, is a urologist, and they are the proud parents of two children and two Havanese dogs.

Lucas G. Bingham, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist experienced in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. At Coastal Hills Dermatology in Ladera Ranch, California, Dr. Bingham offers patients exceptional dermatologic care in a relaxed and friendly environment. With his depth of knowledge and compassion, Dr. Bingham treats patients of all ages for any condition of the skin, hair, and nails.

Dr. Bingham began his studies at Brigham Young University, where he graduated magna cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in Spanish and a minor in zoology. He went on to earn his medical degree from Penn State College of Medicine followed by a transitional-year internship at LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah. After this, Dr. Bingham completed a three-year dermatology residency at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota.

Passionate about helping patients both at home and abroad, Dr. Bingham has performed volunteer medical care to patients in Brazil, Italy, Ethiopia, and Kenya. Dr. Bingham also has notable experience in the field of research and leadership. He has published studies and reports in several prominent medical journals, has presented at national and international meetings, and has served as the president of the Dermatologic Society of Orange County.He is also an active member of the American Academy of Dermatology and the Pacific Dermatologic Society.

Outside of the office, Dr. Bingham enjoys spending time with his large family. He also loves being active outdoors, especially running, road and mountain biking, pickleball, hiking, backpacking, skiing, and stand-up paddle surfing. Dr. Bingham lived in South America for several years and is fluent in Spanish.

Dr. Matt is a board-certified dermatologist who has been in practice over fifteen years in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA. He grew up in Ohio and went to medical school at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland. He did an internship year at the University of Pennsylvania and then completed a Clinical Research Fellowship in Dermatology and Dermatology Residency at UCLA. Dr. Matt is a Fellow of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery and a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology.

Located in a comfortable, state-of-the-art office in Santa Monica, California, dermatologist Dr. Lawrence H. Matt provides a full range of cosmetic dermatological services to help you look and feel your best. Dr. Matt and his staff work individually with each patient to design personalized skin care treatments.

Dr. Matt treats chronic skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and rosacea, as well as acne, age spots/brown spots, cysts, skin cancers, and skin discolorations. We offer a wide array of procedures, including Skin Titan®, Sculptra®, Radiesse®, chemical peels, laser hair removal, sclerotherapy, Asclera®, BOTOX®, Dysport® and Restylane®.

Having graduated from UCLA School of Medicine in 1993 with Magna Cum Laude, Dr. Tabibian finished his residency training in dermatology in 1997 where he was trained in general dermatology, dermatologic surgery, and dermatopathology. He is a fellow member of the American Academy of Dermatology, American Board of Dermatology, and the American Society of Mohs Surgery (Practicing Mohs surgery since 2000), and a member of the California Society of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery. He currently serves as a clinical instructor of dermatology at David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA where he trains internal medicine residents doing electives in Dermatology.