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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.

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.

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.

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.

Karin Harp, MD, FAAD, is a board-certified dermatologist who founded Apex Dermatology in Westlake Village, California. Her lifelong dream was to create a clinic that stands out among competitors for its excellence in care and customer service. With Apex Dermatology, Dr. Harp has fulfilled that dream.

At Apex Dermatology, Dr. Harp specializes in skin care and aesthetics. Her goal is to enhance her patients’ natural features with body contouring, laser skin resurfacing, skin tightening, and more. As a board-certified dermatologist, she treats skin conditions that can have a serious impact on patients’ comfort and well-being, including rosacea, psoriasis, vitiligo, and eczema. She’s also skilled in several surgical procedures including mole removal, earlobe repair, and Mohs micrographic surgery for skin cancers, including melanoma, basal cell carcinomas, or squamous cell carcinomas.

After completing her education, Dr. Harp attended the University of Washington School of Medicine for her residency in dermatology. During her education, she was selected for the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. Today, Dr. Harp is affiliated with several professional organizations, including the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, the American Society for Mohs Surgery, and CalDerm, which monitors legislation and policy that impacts the dermatological field as a whole.

When she isn’t at Apex Dermatology helping patients achieve gorgeous, flawless skin, Dr. Harp enjoys spending time with her screenwriter husband and their three children. She is also a talented violinist and photographer whose photos can be admired on the walls of the Apex Dermatology office.

Aria Vazirnia, MD, FAAD (“Dr. Aria”) is a board-certified medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatologist and Harvard-trained laser & cosmetic dermatologist. He enjoys performing minimal down-time treatments with the goal of providing natural-appearing results and enhancing his patients’ natural beauty and health.

Dr. Aria is a fellowship-trained expert in minimally-invasive cosmetic procedures including laser procedures (facial rejuvenation, sun spots, red blood vessel reduction, acne scars, surgical scars, hair removal), body contouring, microneedling, and injectables such as Botox®, Juvéderm®, Restylane®, Kybella®, and PRP (platelet rich plasma) for hair loss. Dr. Aria has also trained extensively in the fields of medical and surgical dermatology, treating a variety of skin conditions, such as skin cancer, acne, rosacea, psoriasis, eczema, suspicious moles, and more.


A native of southern California, Dr. Aria attended UCLA and completed his medical education at UC San Diego School of Medicine. Because of his interest in research and development of treatments for skin diseases, he pursued a master’s degree in clinical research while also a medical student, and he authored numerous medical journal articles and textbook chapters. Dr. Aria completed his dermatology residency at UC San Diego School of Medicine and was elected at that time to the board of the California Society of Dermatology & Dermatologic Surgery as well as the American Society for Laser Medicine & Surgery.

Following residency, Dr. Aria completed a rigorous laser and cosmetic dermatology fellowship at Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts General Hospital and the Wellman Center for Photomedicine in Boston – where the majority of laser technologies and cosmetic treatments are invented. While at Harvard, Dr. Aria was trained by international experts and the inventors of lasers and energy-based devices.

In his spare time, Dr. Aria enjoys writing music for piano and guitar, playing tennis, trying new foods, and spending quality time with his family and friends.

Welcome to CoCo Dermatology and Cosmetics

Dr. Patel and her team diagnose conditions affecting the hair, skin, and nails, which often have a large impact on patients’ self-image and confidence. Using exams, blood tests, biopsies, and other approaches, they frequently diagnose eczema, psoriasis, alopecia, acne, and various types of skin cancer.

CoCo Dermatology and Cosmetics offers a wide selection of professional treatments. Dr. Patel spends time listening to patient concerns and creates an individualized treatment plan with each patient’s needs in mind.

In addition, as a board-certified dermatologist with extensive cosmetic dermatology experience and knowledge, and numerous state of the art interventional procedures in cosmetic dermatology such as botox®, fillers, microneedling, kybella, and thread lifts, Dr. Patel also specializes in facial contouring, concierge cosmetics, and laser based procedures.

Dr. Patel frequently uses her dual wavelength laser system for treatment, as well as UV light therapies, prescription medications, and topical products with proven results.

Common cosmetic concerns like wrinkles, acne scars, volume loss, and sagging are all treatable with aesthetic dermatology.

Dr. Mayha Patel’s expertise in medical, surgical and pediatric dermatology, as both a general dermatologist and a cosmetic dermatologist earned her the title of Southbay’s BEST Dermatologist in 2020.

To address medical or cosmetic skin concerns with Dr. Patel’s professional expertise, call CoCo Dermatology and Cosmetics or request an appointment online today.