Dermatologist - MOHS-Micrographic Surgery
9850 Genesee Ave
Ste 850
La Jolla, CA
92037
Top reviews
The office has a very friendly and welcoming staff, from the reception to the assistants in the examination rooms. Dr. Chang is thorough in his examinations and takes the time to answer all my questions. My experience over severShow moreal years have been consistently positive.
Very professional, informative, and answered all my concerns. This was a through and complete first visit. I am very satisfied and I am glad Dr. Chang was highly recommended to me.
Timothy W. Chang, MD, is a double 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 Denali (Mt. Mckinley), Mt. Kilimanjaro, Mt. Rainier, 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, and a Fellow of the American College of Mohs Surgery, and a member of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery.
Acne
MOHS Surgery
Skin Cancer & Pre-Skin Cancer Screening
Eczema
Hair Loss
Psoriasis
Warts
Other Skin Services
Cosmetic Treatments
Laser Treatments
Botox
Cosmetic Fillers
Pediatric Dermatology
Sofwave
Location
Coastal Medical & Cosmetic Dermatology
9850 Genesee Ave
Ste 850
La Jolla, CA, 92037
More About Dr. Timothy Chang, MD
NPI Number
1962766337
Provider's Gender
Male
Reviews
The office has a very friendly and welcoming staff, from the reception to the assistants in the examination rooms. Dr. Chang is thorough in his examinations and takes the time to answer all my questions. My experience over several years have been consistently positive.
Great specialist. Appreciated the advise and quick exam.
Excellent and efficient care every time. The staff and Dr.Chang are attentive and have always been friendly and professional at all appointments.
Incredible service. I was so impressed with the doctor and the office. Very attentive to all my concerns.
Great doctor,very patient and caring
Dr. Chang is kind, efficient and highly skilled in caring for us.
Outstanding. Dr. Chang is not only a great doctor, but he is compassionate and caring.
Very professional, informative, and answered all my concerns. This was a through and complete first visit. I am very satisfied and I am glad Dr. Chang was highly recommended to me.
It was a pleasure meeting Dr. Chang and his staff. Everyone was very kind and helpful. I now have a new dermatologist!
Excellent
Dr Chang is always very professional and equally personable! Always very pleased with the office staff. Thanks very much to all!
Dr Chang and his staff are caring,thoughtful, respectful, and professional. He is the best Dermatologist I have ever been a patient of.
The best doctor!
Courteous and professional. Dr Chang went out of his way to accommodate my needs. Nice reception and clean space.
EXCELLENT every time. Dr Chang is the BEST
Love the guy! ! He is super sharp, fast and a pleasure to deal with. One of the best doctors I have ever seen. And No I am not related LOL.
Doctor Chang Professional, gentle and caring. The front office staff Very matter of fact. I asked about aftercare, and they told me to read the notes. not very professional and bad PR For your office.
Best MOHS surgeon in San Diego County
Dr Chang has performed several mohs surgeries on me personally. I could not be happier with the results. He is a highly competent and skilled surgeon and I would recommend him to anyone needing Surgery for any type of skin cancer. Dan McGee
LaDonna Marietti 5 STARS DR CHANG IS AN EXCELLENT MOHS SURGEON. I highly recommend him!!!
Dr Chang is the best!
Excellent
Continue to get great attention from Dr. Chang on the issues for which he provides care for me!
Excellent doctor
Quick and efficient.
Always excellent care by Dr Tim Chang. I couldn’t ask for more better care! He’s the best. Captain Wil Gorrie
Dr Chang continues to be a world class dermatologist who is incredibly compassionate and talented. We have recommended him to many of our friends and will continue to do so in the future.
Dr. Chang is a great doctor! He is patient, kind, and always caring.
Awesome Team! I’m cured!!!!!
Outstanding
