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Family Physician
22032 El Paseo
Suite 150
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Top reviews
Dr. Athalye is one of the best dermatologists I’ve visited and I’ve visited many. She truly cares and wants to help. She spends time listening and is invested in finding solutions
Dr. Athaley is an amazing dermatologist. She is compassionate, detail oriented and very knowledgeable. I highly recommend her.
Leela Athalye, DO, is one of the expert dermatologists treating patients at Orange Coast Dermatology, which has two locations in Rancho Santa Margarita and Mission Viejo, California.
Dr. Athalye was raised in Mission Viejo, California, and went to high school locally at Capistrano Valley High School, where she was valedictorian. She went to the University of California - Los Angeles and graduated with honors with a Bachelor of Science in psychobiology. Dr. Athalye then received her medical degree from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine and graduated among the top of her class. Dr. Athalye completed her residency at the top of her class and served as chief resident at Western University Dermatology program at College Medical Hospital in Long Beach, California.
Dr. Athalye has a true passion for dermatology and even had her own dermatology website as she was graduated from medical school. She loves volunteering with schools locally to teach them about basic skin care. Dr. Athalye traveled to Costa Rica and India during medical school to both learn about the healthcare systems and study tropical diseases, especially leprosy. Later, she participated in medical missions in Ethiopia, Dominican Republic, and Guatemala.
Currently, Dr. Athalye serves as an assistant clinical professor at the Western University Dermatology program. She has a calling for teaching and mentoring students and residents. In her spare time, she loves all forms of dance and travel. Dr. Athalye cannot wait to meet you and address all of your skin needs with the most care and enthusiasm.
Skin Cancer
Acne
Botox
Laser Hair Removal
Microneedling
Mohs Surgery
Psoriasis
Eczema
Location
Orange Coast Dermatology
22032 El Paseo
Suite 150
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, 92688
More About Dr. Leela Athalye, DO
NPI Number
1093097818
Provider's Gender
Female
Reviews
Dr. Athalye is one of the best dermatologists I’ve visited and I’ve visited many. She truly cares and wants to help. She spends time listening and is invested in finding solutions
Dr. Athaley is an amazing dermatologist. She is compassionate, detail oriented and very knowledgeable. I highly recommend her.
Great - on time, in and out.
Amazing!!!! Caring and professional!!!
Great
Dr. Athalye is the best!!!
Waited a long time in the exam room but when I saw the doctor she is always pleasant, informative and thorough.
Dr Athalye is so lovely and personable, as is her nurse assistant. I would highly recommend her.
I just love Dr. Athalye ❤️ She is caring, professional and goes above and beyond!!
Fast, friendly, thorough and answered all my questions.
She is amazing. Had my husband see her too. He really liked her too. She is awesome.
Excellent service and I would go back if needed.
Great experience!
This doctor is amazing! Quick and painless, yet thorough. I'm so happy I found her!
Very professional and truly cares about her patients! Thank you so much!
Excellent service, prompt, on schedule. Doctor very professional. Front desk staff excellent service.
Very professional
Dr. Athalye is very friendly and thorough in her exam. I would highly recommend her.
Dr. Athalye was very professional and knowledgeable when I came in to see her recently with an unknown rash on my face. She was very helpful and added the human touch during my visit.
Great service, explanation of skin progress, lab work & pharmacy savings
Very satisfied!
Dr. Athalye is absolutely wonderful! She is kind and compassionate and very skilled. I highly recommend her for any dermatological need you may have. Thanks for everything Dr. A! You're the best!
Dr Athalye and her assistants were very thorough and efficient. I appreciate their attention to detail.
Dr. Athalye is amazing!! I am so impressed how much she cares about her patients!! She is kind, professional and knowledgeable.
Dr Athalye took quick action to make sure I received the right attention after the results of a biopsy. You can tell she cares a great deal for those who come to her for skin issues.
I was told The Dr needed to reschedule my appointment from 10:45 to 10:30 which I said I would gladly do for them, but I wasn't taken to the exam room until after 10:45 so I was a little upset that I came in the requested 15 min. earlier only to wait until after the first appointment time. All of our time is valuable. It wasn't a big deal I just thought it was a little inconsiderate.
Very attentive, , asked questions, and was concerned about my health.
Dr. Athalye is always incredibly kind and very efficient with her care
Very professional and caring. Very sorry to hear that Dr. Nguyen will be leaving the practice.
My experience with Ms. Phillips today was Professional, accurate And pleasant.. Will recommend her to all my friends.. Look forward to my next visit...
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