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Teresa Zamary, DO, FAAD, is the founder of Z-Dermatology & Skin Wellness Center located in Huntington Beach, California. Dr. Zamary is a board-certified dermatologist and a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology who specializes in medical and cosmetic dermatology. With her extensive training and years of experience, she provides comprehensive care with an individualized treatment program for every patient’s needs. 

Dr. Zamary graduated from the University of California, Irvine, with a Bachelor of Science in biological sciences. She continued her education at Western University of Health Services in Ponoma, California, earning her medical degree. After graduating, Dr. Zamary completed an internship at the University of California, Irvine Medical Center in Orange, followed by her dermatology residency at Pacific Hospital/Western University of Health Sciences in 2014 in Ponoma, California, where she served as chief resident. 

Dr. Zamary takes a patient-centered approach and is a firm believer that successful treatment plans start by intently listening to the patient, communicating, and developing customized treatments. While she offers direct recommendations when necessary, Dr. Zamary is empathetic to her patient’s concerns and strives to provide them with a choice of treatment options when possible.

Dr. Zamary knows no two patients are the same, so she spends ample time understanding the whole health of the patient to determine the best course of action from her toolbox of modern medicine, prescriptions, medical procedures, clinically proven natural, herbal, and botanical modalities, and suggested lifestyle modifications. She believes in the importance of preventative measures and treating the whole self.

With a genuine love for dermatology and providing effective care for those in need, Dr. Zamary has participated in multiple international medical missions that have shaped her humble approach. 

Dr. Zamary was born in Kuwait, lived in Denmark, and moved to California at the age of seven. Being of Danish and Egyptian descent, she appreciates cultural diversity and travels extensively. She has language fluency in English, Spanish, and Danish. 

In her free time, Dr. Zamary enjoys exercising, cooking, going to church, and spending time with her husband, Kirellos, three sons, Christian, Noah, and Teddy, and a labrador named Simon.

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.

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, Dr. Silvia Sedrak, DO, and their four daughters.

Congratulations to Dr. Cohen who has retired and no longer practicing; after years of dedicated service to the residents of California!  Records for all of Dr. Cohen's patient encounters are still available to the Physicians here at California Dermatology Physicians / Advanced Dermatology Care Center which is her former practice. We wish her the best.

Laura Cohen, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist at California Dermatology Physicians in Huntington Beach, California. Dr. Cohen takes a patient-centered approach to care and has built her practice on referrals from both patients and physicians. 

With more than 30 years of clinical experience, Dr. Cohen has a wealth of knowledge and resources when it comes to dermatology care. She specializes in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology for patients of all ages. 

After finishing medical school at George Washington University School of Medicine in Washington, DC, Dr. Cohen completed her internship in internal medicine at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana. She remained in Indianapolis to finish her residency in dermatology at Indiana University School of Medicine. 

Dedicated to her profession, Dr. Cohen is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology (FAAD), a diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology (ABD), and a diplomate of the National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME).

Dr. Cohen always puts patients first, evaluating and treating everyone with the highest standard of care. No matter what her patients need, Dr. Cohen provides the care and education necessary to help them reach their goals and benefit their well-being. 

In addition to her love of patient care, Dr. Cohen is actively involved in researching, developing, and marketing innovative sunscreen products. 

Outside of the office, Dr. Cohen enjoys spending time with her husband and their children and grandchildren. They travel and eat Sunday night meals together. Dr. Cohen also loves reading and interior design.

Afshin David Rahimi, MD, FAAD, is the board-certified dermatologist and cosmetic surgeon at Westlake Laser and Aesthetics, serving both Los Angeles and Ventura Counties in the neighborhood of Westlake Village, California. Dr. Rahimi takes a holistic approach to patient care, focusing on each patient’s skin care needs and aesthetic goals, and developing personalized treatment plans that create effective, yet discrete results. 

After earning his Doctor of Medicine at the George Washington University School of Medicine in Washington, DC, Dr. Rahimi went on to complete his internship at the University of California at San Diego. He then traveled back to the East Coast to complete his residency at Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York City.

Dr. Rahimi is board-certified by the American Academy of Dermatology, a diplomate of the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery, and a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology. He holds a California state medical license.

Specializing in minimally invasive procedures that look natural and heal quickly, Dr. Rahimi has helped the field of cosmetic surgery evolve with the Tulip Lift™ Facelift. This patented procedure provides excellent results without the risks associated with a traditional surgical facelift. He has shared his innovative surgical techniques in numerous professional publications, as well as industry conferences. 

Dr. Rahimi has earned several awards in recognition of his skills and contributions to the profession, including the Walter F. Rosenberg Award in Dermatology and the William Newman Award in Pathology.

When he’s not at the office, Dr. Rahimi is spending time with his family.  

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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.

Known for their expertise, compassion, and patient-focused professionalism, California Dermatology and Mohs Surgery Specialists in Pasadena, California, is dedicated to providing the highest-quality, world-class care centered around an outstanding patient experience. The founder, Dr. Teo Soleymani, MD, FAAD, FACMS, is a Stanford trained, nationally recognized and highly-regarded double board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs Micrographic and Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon and former assistant clinical professor at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. 

California Dermatology and Mohs Surgery Specialists' state-of-the-art, university-affiliated practice offers the latest and most advanced surgical, cosmetic, and medical dermatologic care.  The team specializes in the management of skin cancer and are world leaders in Mohs Micrographic Surgery, Dermatologic Oncology, and Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, as well as leading experts in Cosmetic and Medical Dermatology as well. 

Prior to establishing California Dermatology and Mohs Surgery Specialists, Dr. Soleymani practiced as a full-time faculty Clinical Professor of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery at UCLA, where he was also the Director of the Pigmented Lesions and Melanoma Clinic, as well as Co-Director of Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology Fellowship Education and Dermatology Residency Surgery Education. 

During his tenure at UCLA, Dr. Soleymani received both local and national acclaim for introducing landmark and pioneering advanced surgical treatments for complex, high-risk, and challenging skin cancers at UCLA. He revolutionized the treatment of early invasive and in-situ melanomas of the head and neck, and pioneered the utilization of intraoperative immunostaining to optimize cure rates.   His dedicated efforts to optimizing treatments resulted in tremendous improvements in patient outcomes and quality of care.

At California Dermatology and Mohs Surgery Specialists, their academically oriented, university-affiliated practice allows the team to provide the latest, cutting-edge, evidence-based treatment options to all of their patients while maintaining the personal touch and compassionate care they are known for. 

Call California Dermatology and Mohs Surgery Specialists today or schedule an appointment online to book a consultation with Dr. Soleymani.

Phillip H. A. Lee, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist specializing in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. He believes that clear communication with the patient is essential to delivering high-quality care. Nominated by his local peers, he received the Pasadena Magazine – Top Doctors Award in Dermatology. Dr. Lee sees patients at Dermatology Arts, located in South Pasadena and Arcadia, California.

Born in Glendale, California, and raised in Pasadena, California, Dr. Lee considers this area home. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Notre Dame, graduating Summa Cum Laude in biology. Dr. Lee went on to complete his medical degree at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine.

He received a laboratory research fellowship at the VA Medical Center in La Jolla, California, and completed his dermatology residency at the UC San Diego Medical Center. Dr. Lee served as chief resident during his final year of residency.​

Dr. Lee served as a volunteer faculty of the University of Southern California, Department of Dermatology. For his teaching, the dermatology residents awarded him the Outstanding Teaching Award in Medical Dermatology.

Dr. Lee truly enjoys the practice of dermatology and considers it an honor to participate in the patient-doctor relationship. When he is not in the clinic, Dr. Lee enjoys spending time with his wife and two young girls. When time permits, you can also find him playing basketball and golf. In addition to English, Dr. Lee, who happens to be half Chilean, also speaks fluent Spanish.

Board-certified dermatologist Shirley Chi, MD, specializes in medical and cosmetic dermatology, emphasizing patient advocacy and education. Dr. Chi sees patients at Dermatology Arts, with locations in South Pasadena and Arcadia, California. She is frequently featured on ABC Eyewitness News in the greater Los Angeles area for her expert advice concerning the care of skin, hair, and nails.

Born in Brooklyn, New York, and raised in Southern California, Dr. Chi received her undergraduate degree from Northwestern University, graduating cum laude with a major in philosophy. She earned her medical degree from Northwestern University Medical School with the highest honors, completed her dermatology residency at Cook County Hospital in downtown Chicago, and served as chief resident during her final year.​

Dr. Chi has taught at the University of California, Los Angeles, and previously served as the Director of Dermatology Resident Education at Olive View-UCLA Hospital. She has also previously taught at Loma Linda University and Arrowhead Regional Medical Center. Dr. Chi received the President of the United States Volunteer Service Award for her dedication to teaching future doctors.

In her free time, Dr. Chi chases around two young children and enjoys spending time with friends, hiking, and traveling. She also loves to read, watch movies, and learn about different cultures and languages. Besides her native English, Dr. Chi speaks French, Spanish, and Mandarin Chinese.

As a board certified dermatologist, I specialize in medical and cosmetic dermatology with an emphasis on patient advocacy and education. You may have seen me on ABC Eyewitness News in the greater Los Angeles area as I have been a frequent contributor in stories concerning the care of skin, hair, and nails. Born in Brooklyn, NY, and raised in Southern California, I received my undergraduate degree from Northwestern University, graduating cum laude with a major in philosophy. I earned my medical degree from Northwestern University Medical School with highest honors, then completed a residency in dermatology at Cook County Hospital in downtown Chicago, serving as chief resident during my final year.
 I have been on the teaching faculty at the University of California, Los Angeles, serving as the Director of Dermatology Resident Education at OliveView-UCLA Hospital, while maintaining private practices in Glendale and Arcadia, California.

Phillip H. A. Lee, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist who specializes in medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology. Born in Glendale, CA and raised in Pasadena, CA, Dr. Lee considers this area home. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Notre Dame, graduating summa cum laude in biology. He earned his medical degree at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine. He received a laboratory research fellowship at the VA Medical Center in La Jolla, CA after which he went on to complete dermatology residency at the UC San Diego Medical Center. He served as chief resident during his final year of residency.Dr. Lee is part of the volunteer faculty of University of Southern California, Department of Dermatology. For his teaching, the dermatology residents awarded him the Outstanding Teaching Award in Medical Dermatology. Dr. Lee truly enjoys the practice of dermatology and considers it an honor to participate in the patient-doctor relationship.

Between psoriasis, eczema, acne, pigmented lesions, and everything in between, skin ailments can lead to chronic discomfort and leave patients feeling self-conscious about their skin. But at Irradiance Medical Group Dermatology, patients can get personalized, comprehensive care for all types of skin conditions. With two convenient Los Angeles-based locations in Little Tokyo and Torrance, patients have a clinic location nearby.

Our specially trained team provide the most innovative diagnostic and treatment solutions available. We thoroughly evaluate moles, pigmented lesions, and other warning signs of skin cancer and if needed, performs biopsies and skin cancer removal surgeries.

Patients can even opt for a wide variety of cutting-edge cosmetic treatments at the clinic. With medical-grade laser systems, clinical chemical peels, and modern facial treatments, to name a few, patients of the practice can achieve beautiful, healthy looking skin, starting with their first visit. The team also provide laser tattoo removal treatments for patients wanting to restore their natural skin tone.

With flexible scheduling, patients have plenty of options for getting the dermatological care they need. The team at Irradiance Medical Group Dermatology welcome new and existing patients to the practice.