looks forward to being an advocate for the health of your skin. He is a board-certified dermatologist and a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery. His practice philosophy incorporates the best and latest dermatology practice with an emphasis in preventative dermatology care including modalities to help reverse prior sun damage and minimize future risks of skin cancer. He makes sure that each recommendation is tailored to each patient's unique set of skin complexion, social and cultural backgrounds, and other priorities. He has expertise in medical dermatology, cosmetic dermatology, and surgical dermatology including Mohs micrographic surgery for skin cancers and Tumescent Liposuction for body sculpturing. With his UC Berkeley undergraduate training in Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences and his understanding of the laser optics and ultrasound technology, he has mastered the subtleties of cosmetic and therapeutic lasers and devices, particularly Fractional CO2 laser and SonixLipoTM non-invasive body fat reduction using Vaser Shape, enabling him to expertly deliver the most optimal clinical outcomes for laser resurfacing for acne scarring and photoaging as well as body sculpting. He has authored numerous articles in major peer-reviewed dermatology journals and served as a regional thought leader in the field of dermatology. He continues to make frequent oral and poster presentations at local, regional, national and international academic conferences.
