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Dr. Neal Bhatia is a leading dermatologist in Southern California, providing patients in and around San Diego with the skilled, individualized care they need for skin, hair, and nail diseases as well as cosmetic concerns and disease of skin of color. With extensive skill and experience in treating a wide range of dermatologic issues, At his practice in San Diego, the team provides an array of services including state-of-the-art treatments for acne, psoriasis, rosacea, skin cancer and more. There are also opportunities to participate in clinical research for many dermatological conditions.
After earning dual B.S. degrees in bacteriology and genetics from the University of Wisconsin, Dr. Bhatia completed his medical degree at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine before completing residency in dermatology at Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee.
Dr. Bhatia also is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) where he has served on the AAD Board of Directors and most recently as AAD Vice President. He maintains memberships in several other professional organizations, and in addition to working in private practice, Dr. Bhatia has held several academic positions, and he has been widely published in professional journals. He is also chief medical editor of Practical Dermatology , In addition to providing the best possible care using the safest, most effective advanced methods, Dr. Bhatia is committed to offering each patient individualized attention and customized treatment plans so they can feel confident in the care they receive every step of the way.
At the Dermatology and Laser Center, Dr. Cole B. Willoughby provides dermatology services to residents throughout San Diego, Hillcrest, and Chula Vista, California. His services include care for acne and skin cancer in addition to Botox®, fillers, tattoo removal, Mohs surgery, electronic brachytherapy, and photofacials.
Dr. Willoughby is board certified in Dermatology and Dermatopathology. He completed both undergraduate and medical school degrees at the Ohio State University.
Following graduation from the OSU College of Medicine in 1968, he completed his internship in San Francisco and his dermatology residency at the Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio, TX.
Dr. Willoughby completed his dermatopathology training at the Armed Forces Institute of Pathology in Washington, D.C. He finished military service as chief at the Tripler Army Hospital in Hawaii where he served as assistant chief of the dermatology training program.
Since 1975, he has been in practice dermatology practice in Chula Vista and serves the surrounding areas. in Chula Vista.
Dr. Erick Mafong is a leading provider of dermatological services at the Dermatology and Laser Center. Dr. Mafong serves patients throughout San Diego, Hillcrest, and Chula Vista, California. Dr. Mafong’s areas of expertise include Mohs micrographic surgery, Dermatologic, Laser, and Cosmetic surgery.
Dr. Mafong is a Board Certified dermatologist. A native of San Diego, he received his medical degree from the University of California-San Diego and attended college at the University of California-Los Angeles. Dr. Mafong completed his residency at the New York University’s Medical Center, where he served as chief resident. He completed fellowship training in Laser Surgery and Mohs micrographic surgery at the Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York.
Dr. Mafong is presently the Associate Clinical Professor of Dermatology/Medicine at the University of California-San Diego’s School of Medicine and a staff physician at the Veterans Administration Hospital of San Diego. He retains a busy academic and professional schedule teaching and has authored several medical articles, lectures, and book chapters.
He enjoys speaking at both local and national conferences in addition to actively participating in laser and dermatologic research.
Dr. Mafong is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, the American College of Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Cutaneous Oncology, and the American Society of Dermatologic Surgeons. Dr. Mafong is also fluent in Spanish.
At the Dermatology and Laser Center, Dr. Mark Willoughby provides dermatology services to residents throughout San Diego, Hillcrest, and Chula Vista, California. His services include care for acne and skin cancer in addition to Botox®, fillers, tattoo removal, Mohs surgery, electronic brachytherapy, and photofacials.
Dr. Willoughby is a native of San Diego and graduated from the University of California-Los Angeles. He received his medical degree from the Ohio State University’s School of Medicine. He trained in Dermatology at the Cook County Hospital in Chicago, where he acted as chief resident. Dr. Willoughby then completed a University of California-Los Angeles affiliated Cosmetic and Skin Cancer Surgery fellowship accredited by the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery. He is board certified in Dermatology and a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology. Dr. Willoughby specializes in Dermatologic, Cosmetic, and Laser surgery. He participates in both the dermatologic and local community national meetings, academic preceptorships, and community skin cancer screens, sponsored by the American Academy of Dermatology.
Dr. Erick Mafong is a leading provider of dermatological services at the Dermatology and Laser Center. Dr. Mafong serves patients throughout San Diego, Hillcrest, and Chula Vista, California. Dr. Mafong’s areas of expertise include Mohs micrographic surgery, Dermatologic, Laser, and Cosmetic surgery.
Dr. Mafong is a Board Certified dermatologist. A native of San Diego, he received his medical degree from the University of California-San Diego and attended college at the University of California-Los Angeles. Dr. Mafong completed his residency at the New York University’s Medical Center, where he served as chief resident. He completed fellowship training in Laser Surgery and Mohs micrographic surgery at the Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York.
Dr. Mafong is presently the Associate Clinical Professor of Dermatology/Medicine at the University of California-San Diego’s School of Medicine and a staff physician at the Veterans Administration Hospital of San Diego. He retains a busy academic and professional schedule teaching and has authored several medical articles, lectures, and book chapters.
He enjoys speaking at both local and national conferences in addition to actively participating in laser and dermatologic research.
Dr. Mafong is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, the American College of Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Cutaneous Oncology, and the American Society of Dermatologic Surgeons. Dr. Mafong is also fluent in Spanish.
At the Dermatology and Laser Center, Dr. Cole B. Willoughby provides dermatology services to residents throughout San Diego, Hillcrest, and Chula Vista, California. His services include care for acne and skin cancer in addition to Botox®, fillers, tattoo removal, Mohs surgery, electronic brachytherapy, and photofacials.
Dr. Willoughby is board certified in Dermatology and Dermatopathology. He completed both undergraduate and medical school degrees at the Ohio State University.
Following graduation from the OSU College of Medicine in 1968, he completed his internship in San Francisco and his dermatology residency at the Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio, TX.
Dr. Willoughby completed his dermatopathology training at the Armed Forces Institute of Pathology in Washington, D.C. He finished military service as chief at the Tripler Army Hospital in Hawaii where he served as assistant chief of the dermatology training program.
Since 1975, he has been in practice dermatology practice in Chula Vista and serves the surrounding areas. in Chula Vista.
At the Dermatology and Laser Center, Dr. Mark Willoughby provides dermatology services to residents throughout San Diego, Hillcrest, and Chula Vista, California. His services include care for acne and skin cancer in addition to Botox®, fillers, tattoo removal, Mohs surgery, electronic brachytherapy, and photofacials.
Dr. Willoughby is a native of San Diego and graduated from the University of California-Los Angeles. He received his medical degree from the Ohio State University’s School of Medicine. He trained in Dermatology at the Cook County Hospital in Chicago, where he acted as chief resident. Dr. Willoughby then completed a University of California-Los Angeles affiliated Cosmetic and Skin Cancer Surgery fellowship accredited by the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery. He is board certified in Dermatology and a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology. Dr. Willoughby specializes in Dermatologic, Cosmetic, and Laser surgery. He participates in both the dermatologic and local community national meetings, academic preceptorships, and community skin cancer screens, sponsored by the American Academy of Dermatology.
Dr. Erick Mafong is a leading provider of dermatological services at the Dermatology and Laser Center. Dr. Mafong serves patients throughout San Diego, Hillcrest, and Chula Vista, California. Dr. Mafong’s areas of expertise include Mohs micrographic surgery, Dermatologic, Laser, and Cosmetic surgery.
Dr. Mafong is a Board Certified dermatologist. A native of San Diego, he received his medical degree from the University of California-San Diego and attended college at the University of California-Los Angeles. Dr. Mafong completed his residency at the New York University’s Medical Center, where he served as chief resident. He completed fellowship training in Laser Surgery and Mohs micrographic surgery at the Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York.
Dr. Mafong is presently the Associate Clinical Professor of Dermatology/Medicine at the University of California-San Diego’s School of Medicine and a staff physician at the Veterans Administration Hospital of San Diego. He retains a busy academic and professional schedule teaching and has authored several medical articles, lectures, and book chapters.
He enjoys speaking at both local and national conferences in addition to actively participating in laser and dermatologic research.
Dr. Mafong is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, the American College of Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Cutaneous Oncology, and the American Society of Dermatologic Surgeons. Dr. Mafong is also fluent in Spanish.
At the Dermatology and Laser Center, Dr. Cole B. Willoughby provides dermatology services to residents throughout San Diego, Hillcrest, and Chula Vista, California. His services include care for acne and skin cancer in addition to Botox®, fillers, tattoo removal, Mohs surgery, electronic brachytherapy, and photofacials.
Dr. Willoughby is board certified in Dermatology and Dermatopathology. He completed both undergraduate and medical school degrees at the Ohio State University.
Following graduation from the OSU College of Medicine in 1968, he completed his internship in San Francisco and his dermatology residency at the Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio, TX.
Dr. Willoughby completed his dermatopathology training at the Armed Forces Institute of Pathology in Washington, D.C. He finished military service as chief at the Tripler Army Hospital in Hawaii where he served as assistant chief of the dermatology training program.
Since 1975, he has been in practice dermatology practice in Chula Vista and serves the surrounding areas. in Chula Vista.
At the Dermatology and Laser Center, Dr. Mark Willoughby provides dermatology services to residents throughout San Diego, Hillcrest, and Chula Vista, California. His services include care for acne and skin cancer in addition to Botox®, fillers, tattoo removal, Mohs surgery, electronic brachytherapy, and photofacials.
Dr. Willoughby is a native of San Diego and graduated from the University of California-Los Angeles. He received his medical degree from the Ohio State University’s School of Medicine. He trained in Dermatology at the Cook County Hospital in Chicago, where he acted as chief resident. Dr. Willoughby then completed a University of California-Los Angeles affiliated Cosmetic and Skin Cancer Surgery fellowship accredited by the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery. He is board certified in Dermatology and a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology. Dr. Willoughby specializes in Dermatologic, Cosmetic, and Laser surgery. He participates in both the dermatologic and local community national meetings, academic preceptorships, and community skin cancer screens, sponsored by the American Academy of Dermatology.
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.
Susan Pearose is a certified Physician Assistant and diplomate fellow in dermatology. She is originally from Orange County, California where she attended the University of California, Irvine for her undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences. Susan later attended Keck School of Medicine of USC and completed her master’s degree in their Physician Assistant program. While attending USC, she volunteered as an educator at The Lamp Community of Skid Row in Downtown, Los Angeles. She, then furthered her education by completing her dermatology fellowship from the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants. In her spare time, Susan enjoys traveling, hiking and spending time outdoors. She is very excited to be part of Allure Plastic Surgery + Dermatology and is proud to work with such a fantastic team.
Dr. Shannon, originally from Massachusetts, resides in Newport Beach, California. She graduated from Georgetown University, Washington DC with a B.S.N. and continued her education at Georgetown Medical School, Washington, DC where she obtained her medical degree. After serving eight years in the Navy in San Diego, California, Dr. Shannon decided to go into private practice. She is the founder of Coastline Dermatology Laser and Medical Center in Newport Beach, CA. Her sincere pride, passion and desire to be one of the best dermatologists possible resulted in the success of a 25+ year practice.
Dr. Shannon is an exceptionally gifted surgeon specializing in Mohs’ Surgery. She also loves the cosmetic side of dermatology and remains educated, trained and certified in all state of the art laser and cosmetic procedures available. Dr. Shannon spends most of her free time with her son and daughter, the loves of her life. She enjoys watching her daughter’s volleyball and basketball games and encouraging them to make education their priority!
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS: American Academy of Dermatology, Board Certified American Society of Dermatological Surgery American Society of Mohs Surgery, Fellow American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, Fellow Hoag Hospital, Active Staff Member for 25+ yrs
Alyssa Nash-Goelitz, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist specializing in medical and cosmetic dermatology. At Coastal Medical & Cosmetic Dermatology, she provides high-quality skin care services to patients in La Jolla, California, and the greater San Diego area. Dr. Nash is known for her attention to patient education and comprehensive care.
A native of Southern California, Dr. Nash received her undergraduate degree from the University of California San Diego with a Bachelor of Science in Cell and Molecular Biology. After college, she worked at the Salk Institute for two years before moving to Chicago to attend Loyola University of Chicago Stritch School of Medicine. Dr. Nash graduated magna cum laude and was a member of the AOA Honor Medical Society. After receiving her medical doctorate, she completed her residency in dermatology at Cook County Hospital in Chicago.
Following residency, Dr. Nash served as Associate Professor of Dermatology at St. Louis University School of Medicine before relocating to San Diego with her family. Since then, she has been in private practice in La Jolla, where she enjoys working with her patients to find the best solutions to address their skin care needs.
Joyce Cheng, MD is a board-certified dermatologist committed to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to patients of all ages in the San Diego area.Dr. Cheng has extensive knowledge in the most up to date dermatologic science to help treat and optimize the health of her patients’ skin.
Dr. Cheng offers a complete menu of dermatologic services at Coastal Medical and Cosmetic Dermatology, a leading medical and cosmetic dermatology practice with a convenient location in San Diego, La Jolla, California.
A native of San Diego, Dr. Joyce Cheng received her bachelor’s degree in Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry at Yale University where she graduated magna cum laude. She subsequently stayed on at the Yale School of Medicine to earn her medical degree and master’s degree in clinical research. After completing her medical school training at Yale, Dr. Cheng went on to complete her medical internship, clinical research fellowship, and dermatology residency at the University of California, San Diego.
Dr. Joyce Cheng has had an impressive academic record serving as an investigator on numerous clinical and translational trials of novel therapeutics for cutaneous conditions. She has also presented at numerous national research conferences and has published research in Journal of Investigative Dermatology, Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, JAMA Dermatology, JID, JAAD, Science Translational Medicine, and Nature Medicine. Dr. Cheng also serves as a volunteer dermatology faculty at the VA hospital in San Diego treating patients with skin cancer and educating UCSD residents.
Dr. Cheng enjoys working with her patients in a comprehensive manner to achieve their skin health goals. She is known by her patients to have a warm bedside manner.In her free time, Dr. Cheng enjoys the outdoors and exploring all that San Diego has to offer.
Darrell Gonzales, MD is a board-certified dermatologist who provides the highest quality medical and aesthetic skin care to patients of all ages in the San Diego area. He offers a complete menu of dermatological services at Coastal Medical & Cosmetic Dermatology, a leading medical and cosmetic dermatology practice with a convenient location in San Diego, La Jolla, California.
As an expert in all medical matters involving the skin, Dr. Gonzales is dedicated to providing comprehensive care and world-class treatments to help patients achieve their skin health and rejuvenation goals.
A native of California, Dr. Gonzales received his undergraduate degree from the University of California, Los Angeles, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude and was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa. He obtained his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, one of the top medical schools in the country.
After completing a medical internship at Pennsylvania Hospital, Dr. Gonzales went on to receive his dermatology specialty training at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago. In addition to his clinical training, he has been involved in a wide range of medical research, from basic science to health policy issues.
Dr. Gonzales is a sought-after speaker and practitioner for his knowledge of acne, psoriasis, skin cancer and advanced laser therapies, including photorejuvenation, or IPL. Dr. Gonzales is also a Fellow of both the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery.
Dr. Gonzales is known for his warm bedside manner, meticulous attention to detail, and high integrity. Patients refer their own family, friends, and colleagues to his practice knowing that he provides the highest standard of care in a warm and comfortable environment.
In his spare time, Dr. Gonzales loves spending time with his wife and twin girls. You can find them taking full advantage of everything San Diego has to offer including the beaches, boating and bicycling. Dr. Gonzales encourages all his patients to have fun in the sun while practicing smart skin protection.
“I had a great experience for my annual checkup.
Staff was helpful and polite. Check-in (this was my first visit) was easy and fast. The doctor who visited me was very helpful: he explained me everything that he was doing, gave me suggestions and answered all my question with clarity.
Overall a great experience. I would recommend this office.”
Dr. Darrell Gonzales, MD
Dermatologist
9850 Genesee Ave
Ste 850
La Jolla, CA 92037
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Dr. Timothy Chang, MD
Dermatologist - MOHS-Micrographic Surgery 17.0 mi
Timothy W. Chang, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon practicing at Coastal Medical & Cosmetic Dermatology in San Diego and La Jolla, California.
Dr. Chang is an expert in skin cancer treatment, reconstructive surgery, and medical and cosmetic dermatology. Dr. Chang began his education as an undergraduate at Brigham Young University in Utah, pursuing his medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin, a dermatology residency training at the distinguished Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, and a medical internship from Harvard Medical School’s Massachusetts General Hospital.
In addition, Dr. Chang has completed a specialized fellowship at the prestigious Mohs Micrographic Surgery & Dermatologic Oncology program at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). In addition to surgical training in basal cell and squamous cell carcinoma, he is one of only a select few in the country who specializes in treating melanoma with Mohs Micrographic surgery.
During his training at UCSF and practice in La Jolla, he has also gathered extensive training and experience in laser and cosmetic dermatology.
Dr. Chang is a Southern California native and enjoys volunteering. He is passionate about skin cancer prevention and has provided free lectures and skin cancer screenings throughout San Diego. He has performed humanitarian medical work treating rare and tropical dermatologic diseases in Tanzania, Africa. Dr. Chang is also a volunteer dermatology faculty at UCSD and VA hospitals, treating skin cancer and educating residents.
Dr. Chang’s interests include mountain climbing with notable summit climbs at Mt. Kilimanjaro and Mt. Whitney. He is an Eagle Scout as well as a Black Belt in TaeKwonDo. Dr. Chang and his wife love spending time outdoors with their three children.
Dr. Chang maintains active staff privileges at Scripps Memorial Hospital in La Jolla, is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, a Fellow of the American College of Mohs Surgery, and a member of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery.
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