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Ranked guide · San Diego, California

The 23 Best Dermatologists in San Diego (2026)

San Diego's dermatology practices stretch from the UCSD and Scripps medical corridors of La Jolla down through Hillcrest and out to the coastal communities, and the beach-town sun exposure keeps skin-cancer screening at the center of practice. The cosmetic side is strong but less flashy than Los Angeles two hours north, with more physician-led offices doing medical and aesthetic work under one roof. Practices below show their real Google rating and review volume.

How we ranked these: by public Google rating weighted by review volume (a Bayesian average), as of 2026. This list is editorial and not influenced by payment. Always confirm current credentials, availability, and pricing directly with each practice.
  1. 1

    Coastal Medical & Cosmetic Dermatology

    9850 Genesee Ave #850, La Jolla, CA 92037

    4.9 (1,236) · Google
    (858) 657-0267 Visit website →
  2. 2

    Matthew F. Messoline, MD - Sharp Rees-Stealy Carmel Valley

    12710 Carmel Country Rd, San Diego, CA 92130

    5.0 (272) · Google
    (858) 499-2708 Visit website →
  3. 3

    Pacific Dermatology & Cosmetic Laser Center

    8899 University Center Ln #150, San Diego, CA 92122

    4.9 (234) · Google
    (858) 535-1400 Visit website →
  4. 4

    Mark W. Sornson, MD - Sharp Rees-Stealy Rancho Bernardo

    16899 W Bernardo Dr Fl 3, San Diego, CA 92127

    4.9 (229) · Google
    (858) 521-2393 Visit website →
  5. 5

    Dermacare Medical Aesthetics, Rancho Bernardo

    11770 Bernardo Plaza Ct #101, San Diego, CA 92128

    4.9 (227) · Google
    (858) 294-1629 Visit website →
  6. 6

    Skin Surgery & Aesthetic Dermatology

    16918 Dove Canyon Rd Ste 102, San Diego, CA 92127

    Open Saturdays
    5.0 (126) · Google
    (858) 292-5101 Visit website →
  7. 7

    Dermatology Specialists, Inc.

    530 Lomas Santa Fe Dr, Solana Beach, CA 92075

    5.0 (116) · Google
    (858) 259-0056 Visit website →
  8. 8

    West Dermatology - La Jolla/UTC

    9339 Genesee Ave #350a, San Diego, CA 92121

    4.7 (1,802) · Google
    (858) 454-4300 Visit website →
  9. 9

    Cosmetic Laser Dermatology

    9339 Genesee Ave Unit 300, San Diego, CA 92121

    Open Saturdays
    4.7 (962) · Google
    (858) 585-4230 Visit website →
  10. 10

    MedDerm Dermatology

    3965 Fifth Ave Ste 200, San Diego, CA 92103

    4.8 (497) · Google
    (619) 542-0013 Visit website →
  11. 11

    Dermatology & Laser Center of San Diego

    4060 Fourth Ave Ste 209, San Diego, CA 92103

    4.7 (377) · Google
    (619) 298-9535 Visit website →
  12. 12

    Therapeutics Dermatology: Neal Bhatia, MD

    9025 Balboa Ave #105, San Diego, CA 92123

    4.8 (111) · Google
    (858) 571-6800 Visit website →
  13. 13

    Dermatology & Laser Center of San Diego

    6386 Alvarado Ct #205, San Diego, CA 92120

    4.8 (102) · Google
    (619) 287-2877 Visit website →
  14. 14

    West Dermatology Mission Valley/San Diego

    9095 Rio San Diego Dr #300, San Diego, CA 92108

    4.6 (2,505) · Google
    (619) 754-8610 Visit website →
  15. 15

    Dermatology Specialists, Inc.

    3629 Vista Way, Oceanside, CA 92056

    4.5 (420) · Google
    (760) 757-7546 Visit website →
  16. 16

    Dermatology & Laser Center of San Diego

    344 F St 2nd Floor, Chula Vista, CA 91910

    4.6 (261) · Google
    (619) 476-1200 Visit website →
  17. 17

    Dermatology Specialists, Inc.

    1309 S Mission Rd Ste a, Fallbrook, CA 92028

    4.6 (98) · Google
    (760) 728-7546 Visit website →
  18. 18

    Dermatology & Laser of Del Mar

    12865 Pointe Del Mar Way Unit 160, Del Mar, CA 92014

    4.5 (70) · Google
    (858) 350-7546 Visit website →
  19. 19

    Insight Dermatology

    9878 Hibert St #100, San Diego, CA 92131

    4.6 (68) · Google
    (858) 693-3000 Visit website →
  20. 20

    Art of Skin MD - Dr. Melanie D. Palm, MD MBA

    437 S Hwy 101 Suite 217, Solana Beach, CA 92075

    4.7 (39) · Google
    (858) 792-7546 Visit website →
  21. 21

    Gk Dermatology Botox Medspa

    4606 Mission Bay Dr., San Diego, CA 92109

    4.8 (36) · Google
    (858) 273-2726
  22. 22

    San Diego Family Dermatology National City

    655 Euclid Ave Ste 304 Floor 3, National City, CA 91950

    4.3 (156) · Google
    (619) 267-8303 Visit website →
  23. 23

    San Diego Family Dermatology Clairemont

    5222 Balboa Ave 5th floor, San Diego, CA 92117

    4.3 (47) · Google
    (619) 267-8303 Visit website →

Photos from each practice's Google Business Profile.

Medical vs. cosmetic dermatology

Dermatologists handle two kinds of visits. Medical dermatology covers skin checks, changing moles, acne, eczema, psoriasis, and rashes; cosmetic dermatology covers lasers, injectables, and skin-quality treatments. Most practices above do both, but book the right visit type, and see a dermatologist promptly for any mole that is changing in size, shape, or colour, a spot that bleeds or won't heal, or a new growth. Those are screening visits, not cosmetic consultations, and they should never wait behind one.

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