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Joseph Sedrak, MD, FAAD, FACMS, FASDS, is a board-certified dermatologist and board-certified micrographic dermatology surgeon, providing expert skin care services at California Dermatology Physicians in Huntington Beach, California. 

After graduating at the top of his class at the University of South Alabama College of Medicine in Mobile, Alabama, Dr. Sedrak completed his general surgery training at the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA). He then went on to finish his intensive dermatology residency at Loma Linda University in Loma Linda, California.

Dedicated to advancing his training and skill set, Dr. Sedrak pursued a fellowship in Mohs micrographic surgery and procedural dermatology with world-renowned Mohs surgeon Abel Torres, MD, JD, MBA, FAAD, FACMS. Dr. Sedrak also trained with plastic surgeons, advancing his skills in skin surgery so he can treat complex cases. 

A native of Southern California, Dr. Sedrak relocated to Houston, Texas, and built a dermatology practice while raising his family. At his practice in Houston, Dr. Sedrak treated more than 10,000 skin cancer patients and is heralded as a leader in the field. 

Dr. Sedrak is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology (FAAD) and has authored chapters in textbooks for dermatologists and dermatology students. 

At California Dermatology Physicians, Dr. Sedrak combines his education and experience to provide patients with high-quality dermatology care using the most advanced tools and techniques available. 

When not at the office, Dr. Sedrak spends time with his wife, dermatologist Sylvia Sedrak, DO, and their four daughters.

Dr. Margaret Shannon M.D.

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

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.

Amarpaul Sidhu, MD, MPH, FAAD, FASDS, is the medical director and founder of Foothill Dermatology Medical Center. He runs two practices, one in Glendora and one in Rancho Cucamonga, California.

A native of the Seattle Washington area, Dr. Sidhu attended the University of Washington, where he earned a degree in psychology. He then completed his Doctor of Medicine degree at Tulane University in New Orleans before pursuing General Surgery training at Virginia Mason Medical Center. He also completed his dermatology residency at the University of Southern California. He completed his Mohns Surgical training at Norris Cancer Center in Los Angeles. 

Dr. Sidhu is a board-certified dermasurgeon with a background in dermatologic surgery and general surgery. He also is specialized in skin cancer and cosmetic treatments. Dr. Sidhu has carried out over 25,000 skin cancer surgeries to date since he first opened his practice.

Dr. Sidhu has extensive training and expertise in MOHS micrographic surgery, cosmetic surgery, and plastic surgery. He is certified by the American Board of Dermatology, is a member of the American Medical Association, and is a fellow of the American Society for Dermatological Surgery and the American Academy of Dermatology.

Dr. Morris Ahdoot has more than a decade of experience helping women maximize their skin and aesthetic health at Cosmetic and Laser Center in Irvine, California, and also specializes in obstetrics and gynecology.

After graduating from Yeshiva University in New York with honors and earning a BA in health science, Dr. Ahdoot continued his medical training at Chicago Medical School in Illinois. He completed his residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Cook County Hospital in Chicago.

Dr. Ahdoot combines his OB/GYN expertise with an emphasis on aesthetic care, including labia reduction, laser vaginal rejuvenation, vaginoplasty, cosmetic gynecology, BOTOX® injections for wrinkles and excessive sweating, collagen injections, laser hair removal, and skin rejuvenation.

He exclusively treats issues surrounding women’s health and wellness and is committed to excellence. The patients at Cosmetic and Laser Center enjoy an inviting, comfortable environment where Dr. Ahdoot applies only the highest professional standards — with a gentle touch.

Kavita Surti, MD, is a lead physician and cosmetic specialist at Rancho Wellness Aesthetic, a state-of-the-art cosmetic medicine practice located in Rancho Cucamonga, California. With nearly 15 years in the medical field, Dr. Surti is passionate about using her expertise and experience to help patients in the San Bernardino area look and feel their absolute best.

Dr. Surti provides a full scope of cosmetic services, including advanced laser procedures for skin rejuvenation and tattoo removal, and Botox® and dermal fillers for long-lasting wrinkle reduction. As a board-certified ophthalmologist, she specializes in blepharoplasty, a cosmetic eyelid surgery designed to lift loose or droopy eyelids.  

To help her patients get the aesthetic results they’re seeking, Dr. Surti always strives to maintain the highest level of communication. She believes that listening to patients’ concerns, educating them on their options, and placing their goals at the forefront of her treatment recommendations are all part of delivering of first-rate care.

After graduating with highest honors from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), Dr. Surti received her medical degree, also with highest honors, from Wayne State School of Medicine in Detroit, Michigan. She then went on to complete a three-year residency program in ophthalmology at the nationally renowned program of Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas.

Dr. Surti is also the founder and medical director of Citrus Valley Eye Care in Covina, California. She’s fluent in Spanish and welcomes all patients.

Douglas Hamilton, MD is a nationally recognized cosmetic dermatologist based out of Woodland Hills, California.

Specializing in a wide range of noninvasive cosmetic procedures, Dr. Hamilton is committed to restoring your skin’s youthful glow and achieving the results you’ve always wanted.

Dr. Hamilton graduated from Albany Medical College in Albany, New York, and completed his internship at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Los Angeles. He also completed residencies at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland, and the University of California, Los Angeles.

Certified by the American Board of Dermatologists and the American Board of Pathology, Dr. Hamilton is an integral committee member of the Special Task Force on Branding and the New Technologies Committee of the American Society for Dermatological Surgery (ASDS).

In addition to industry recognition, Dr. Hamilton’s work has been featured on countless platforms, including CNN, NBC News, Good Morning America, ABC News, and more. He is currently an assistant clinical professor of dermatology at UCLA.

Vicki Rapaport, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist who provides the highest quality medical and cosmetic skin care to patients of all ages in the Los Angeles area. She offers a full scope of services at Rapaport Dermatology of Beverly Hills, her innovative, top-rated practice located in Beverly Hills and Culver City, California. 

As a seasoned expert in all facets of skin, hair, and nail health, Dr. Rapaport is passionate about delivering the kind of comprehensive and collaborative care that teaches patients how to control chronic conditions, prevent sun damage and reduce their risk of skin cancer, and keep their skin looking vibrant and youthful through every stage of life. 

Always at the forefront of dermatological medicine, Dr. Rapaport is committed to providing the most advanced medical skin care solutions available. She specializes in treating skin disorders of all types, ranging from acne and eczema to questionable looking lesions.

Because Dr. Rapaport believes healthy skin and beautiful skin are one in the same, she offers a complete menu of aesthetic treatments, including advanced skin resurfacing with Morpheus8 by InMode, custom clinical facials and chemical peels, and skin-smoothing Botox® injections for temporary wrinkle reduction.   

When she was still a premed student, Dr. Rapaport and her father, renowned dermatologist Marvin Rapaport, MD, started SKN Beverly Hills, a top-tier line of essential skin care products. Under Dr. Rapaport’s continued direction, these revitalizing cleansers, moisturizers, and masks have become beauty routine staples of some of LA’s most beautiful people.

After pursuing her undergraduate education at the University of California, Los Angeles, Dr. Rapaport received her medical degree from the prestigious Jefferson Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia (now known as Sidney Kimmel Medical College).

She performed an internship in internal medicine at Pennsylvania Hospital in Philadelphia, and completed her residency in dermatology at Thomas Jefferson University, her alma mater. 

In addition to being board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology, Dr. Rapaport is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology. She’s also a current member of the American Medical Association and the American Academy of Dermatology.

Dr Rosenbach is Clinical Associate Professor of Dermatology at the Keck School of Medicine of USC. His research interests and publications revolve around the use of lasers in dermatology. Dr. Rosenbach has taught Botox in medical schools as well as for the manufacturer of Botox. Another area of academic interest for Dr. Rosenbach is in the field of early skin cancer detection. Dr. Rosenbach has been awarded "Teacher of the Year" from the Dermatolgy Department at USC.