Dermatology

Paul Yamauchi, M.D., PHD

Medical Director, Dermatology Institute and Skin Care Center

Santa Monica, CA

Paul Yamauchi, M.D., Ph.D., is a board-certified dermatologist specializing in cosmetic dermatology, dermatologic surgery, general dermatology, aesthetic dermatology, and inflammatory skin disorders. He serves as Medical Director of the Dermatology Institute and Skin Care Center and the Clinical Science Institute in Santa Monica, California, where he treats patients with conditions including psoriasis, atopic dermatitis (eczema), hidradenitis suppurativa, vitiligo, alopecia areata, acne, rosacea

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Dermatology (American Board of Dermatology)

Education & Training

Medical School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine (MD)
Ph.D.: University of California at Santa Barbara (Ph.D., Biologic Chemistry)
Undergraduate: University of California at Los Angeles (B.S., Biochemistry)
Residency: UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center (Dermatology, 2000)
Residency: University of Rochester Medical Center (Orthopaedic Surgery, 1994)

Years in Practice

35+ years

Peer Recognition

Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2017-2026 (10 years)
Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Medical Dermatology

Conditions & Treatments

Atopic DermatitisAcnePsoriasisSkin Cancer

Insurance(s) Accepted

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Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Saint John's Health Center
St. John's Health Center
Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
UCLA Medical Center

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Yamauchi treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Yamauchi accept Aetna insurance?

Paul Yamauchi's public profile lists Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Blue Cross Blue Shield plus 7 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Yamauchi practice?

Paul Yamauchi practices in Santa Monica, CA with hospital affiliations including Saint John's Health Center, St. John's Health Center, and Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center.

What does Dr. Yamauchi specialize in?

Paul Yamauchi is a board-certified dermatology specialist with focus areas in Medical Dermatology.

How long has Dr. Yamauchi been practicing?

Paul Yamauchi has 35+ years of clinical experience in dermatology.

What is Dr. Yamauchi's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine (MD); Ph.D.: University of California at Santa Barbara (Ph.D., Biologic Chemistry); Undergraduate: University of California at Los Angeles (B.S., Biochemistry).