Comprehensive Dermatology Services at UCLA Health Burbank

UCLA Health Burbank Dermatology offers a wide spectrum of dermatological services, from medical to cosmetic, delivered by nationally recognized experts. Patients benefit from advanced care in a compassionate environment, with access to cutting-edge treatments and personalized attention. The clinic's commitment to exceptional customer service ensures a supportive experience for all seeking to achieve healthy, radiant skin.

Why Choose UCLA Health for Dermatology?

Choosing UCLA Health for dermatological needs means gaining access to nationally ranked care. The clinicians are board-certified in dermatology, with many holding specialty fellowship training in areas like pediatric dermatology, cosmetic dermatology, or Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology. The consistent high ranking in the U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals is a testament to the skilled dermatologists at UCLA Health.

UCLA Health offers comprehensive services covering all types of skin conditions and concerns, both medical and cosmetic. Pediatric dermatology services are also available, with close collaboration with pediatric specialists in immunology, rheumatology, and other fields.

Convenient locations throughout the greater Los Angeles area ensure that patients can receive specialized care close to home. Furthermore, the specialists conduct National Institutes of Health (NIH)-funded research, which advances the field of dermatology and provides patients with access to the most promising new treatments. These researchers and physicians are also dedicated to educating the next generation of dermatology clinicians.

Areas of Care

UCLA Health dermatologists and dermatology surgeons cover a wide range of specialty areas, ensuring access to the best care for specific concerns.

Medical Dermatology

The medical dermatology team comprises nationally recognized dermatologists and researchers who provide diagnosis and treatment for all conditions of the skin, hair, and nails.

Pediatric Dermatology

Pediatric dermatologists specialize in skin, hair, and nail conditions that affect newborns, infants, children, and adolescents. They work closely with other subspecialists to understand how conditions such as allergies affect a child’s skin, treating conditions like acne, atopic dermatitis, and psoriasis.

Dermatologic Surgery

UCLA Health offers various options for removing and treating skin cancers, including Mohs micrographic surgery and surgical excision. Dermatologic surgeons collaborate with oncologists to provide individualized, comprehensive treatment plans.

Cosmetic Dermatology

Cosmetic dermatology experts provide treatments to improve and enhance the skin's appearance. Minimally invasive techniques such as chemical peels, microdermabrasion, and Botox® injections are used to help patients achieve their aesthetic goals.

Specialty Clinics

Patients can make appointments in the general medical dermatology clinic or one of the specialty clinics, where experts offer targeted and personalized care.

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Acne Clinic

The Acne Clinic is designed for individuals with moderate-to-severe acne, providing advanced treatment options and personalized care plans.

Contact Dermatitis Clinic

This clinic specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of contact dermatitis, helping patients identify and manage skin rashes caused by allergens and irritants.

Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma (CTCL) Clinic

The CTCL Clinic focuses on the rare cancer that causes skin lesions, such as plaques or bumps, offering comprehensive care and innovative treatment strategies.

Hair and Scalp Disorder Clinic

This clinic addresses concerns such as dandruff, lice, ringworm, and other conditions affecting the hair and scalp, providing expert diagnosis and treatment.

Melanoma Clinic

The Melanoma Clinic is dedicated to individuals who have or are at high risk for melanoma, offering comprehensive screening, diagnosis, and treatment options.

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Pigmented Lesion Clinic

This clinic is for people with concerning moles or a personal or family history of melanoma, providing thorough evaluations and personalized management plans.

Psoriasis Clinic

The Psoriasis Clinic focuses on the treatment of scaly patches of skin, called psoriasis, offering a range of therapeutic options to manage the condition effectively.

Skin of Color Clinic

This clinic provides culturally sensitive skin care for a wide range of medical and cosmetic conditions that affect skin of color, ensuring personalized and effective treatments.

Acquired Blistering Disorders (Immunobullous Disease) Clinic

This clinic specializes in conditions that cause chronic pus-filled skin lesions, offering advanced diagnostics and targeted therapies.

Autoimmune Skin Disease Clinic

The Autoimmune Skin Disease Clinic provides comprehensive treatment for autoimmune diseases affecting the skin, offering personalized care and innovative approaches.

Hidradenitis Suppurativa Clinic

This clinic focuses on treating hidradenitis suppurativa, a rare skin disorder that causes cysts in the armpits, under the breasts, or near the groin, providing specialized care and management strategies.

Solid Organ Transplant Clinic

The Solid Organ Transplant Clinic is dedicated to patients who have an increased risk of skin cancer after an organ transplant, offering comprehensive screening and preventive measures.

Conditions Treated

UCLA Health offers comprehensive care for a wide range of skin, hair, and nail conditions, including:

Acne

A skin condition that causes pus-filled bumps, blackheads, or whiteheads, acne can be effectively managed with a variety of treatments available at UCLA Health.

Eczema

Characterized by itchy, flaky, inflamed patches of skin, eczema can be alleviated through targeted therapies and personalized care plans.

Herpes Simplex and Herpes Zoster (Shingles)

Infections that cause painful skin rashes and blisters, herpes simplex and herpes zoster are treated with antiviral medications and supportive care.

Melasma

A pigmentation disorder that causes patches of discoloration on the face, melasma can be managed with topical treatments and laser therapies.

Psoriasis

A disease that causes skin cells to build up and form scaly, itchy patches, psoriasis is treated with a range of options, including topical medications, light therapy, and systemic treatments.

Rosacea

An inflammatory skin condition that leads to redness and visible blood vessels on the face, rosacea can be managed with medications and lifestyle modifications.

Skin Cancers

Cancers caused by exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays, such as basal cell carcinoma, melanoma, and squamous cell carcinoma, are treated with a range of options, including surgery, radiation therapy, and topical treatments.

Treatments Offered

UCLA Health dermatologists provide a wide array of medical and cosmetic services tailored to individual patient needs.

Acne Treatment

Treatment for acne may involve:

Oral medications: Such as antibiotics or hormonal birth control to address underlying causes.
Topical (skin-based) treatments: Such as retinoids, washes, or antibiotic creams or ointments to target acne lesions directly.

Cosmetic Dermatology Treatments

Cosmetic skin treatments can help the skin appear more radiant and youthful. Common options include:

Botox® injections: To improve the appearance of wrinkles or fine lines by relaxing facial muscles.
Chemical peels: Applying a chemical solution to remove the top layers of skin and reveal healthy, more youthful layers underneath.
Laser skin resurfacing: Using safe, targeted lasers to peel back the top layers of the skin and stimulate collagen production.
Laser vein treatments: Using lasers to shrink and reduce the visibility of dilated veins.
Microdermabrasion: Employing small crystals to exfoliate the top layer of skin, promoting a smoother complexion.
Microneedling: Using small needle pricks to improve the appearance of acne scars, wrinkles, stretch marks, or scars from an injury.
Photofacial rejuvenation: Utilizing wavelengths of light to treat sun damage and reduce the appearance of pores, discolored spots, or fine lines.

Skin Cancer Treatment

Treatments for skin cancer may include:

Cryosurgery: Applying a freezing agent such as liquid nitrogen to destroy skin growths.
Curettage and electrosurgery: Scraping tissue with a sharp tool and applying an electric current to completely remove skin lesions.
Mohs micrographic surgery: Removing skin cancer in stages while keeping healthy tissue intact, ensuring the highest cure rate and minimal scarring.
Photodynamic therapy: Applying specific chemicals to the skin and using light to treat precancerous or cancerous growths.
Radiation therapy: Targeted high-energy rays that eliminate, destroy, or slow the growth of cancer cells.
Surgical excision: Removing all or part of a skin cancer growth for examination or treatment.
Topical skin cancer therapy: Applying medicated creams, gels, or lotions to precancerous or cancerous skin areas.

The Expert Team

The dermatologists at UCLA Health continually rank among the top doctors in the nation. UCLA Health Burbank Dermatology is committed to utilizing cutting-edge research and techniques to offer personalized care in a compassionate setting.

Additional Information

UCLA Health Medicare Advantage Plan (HMO) has a contract with Medicare, and enrollment in the plan depends on contract renewal. To enroll, individuals must have both Medicare Parts A and B and reside in Los Angeles County. Member Services can be contacted at 1-833-627-8252 (833-MAP-UCLA) (TTY 711) for additional information. Members enrolled in the UCLA Health Medicare Advantage Plan (HMO) must use plan providers except in emergency or urgent care situations.

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