Dr. Alice Liu, MD
Physician
Dermatology
Specialty
Mohs Surgery
Medical Expertise of Dr. Alice Liu, MD
Dr. Liu specializes in medical and surgical dermatology with expertise in treating skin cancer with Mohs surgery.
About Dr. Alice Liu, MD
Alice Liu, MD is a board-certified dermatologist and Mohs surgeon providing care to patients in the San Diego area at Dermatologist Medical Group of North County (DMG).
Dr. Liu has been recognized multiple years by her peers as a "Top Doctor" in Dermatology.
She also serves as a voluntary Assistant Clinical Professor of Dermatology at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD).
Dr. Alice Liu is a member of several esteemed medical professional organizations, including the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), San Diego Dermatological Society, and the San Diego Society for Dermatologic Surgery, of which she is a past president and past secretary-treasurer. She is also a Fellow with the American Society for Mohs Surgery, and a member of the North American Clinical Dermatologic Society.
Dr. Liu has been recognized multiple years by her peers as a "Top Doctor" in Dermatology.
She also serves as a voluntary Assistant Clinical Professor of Dermatology at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD).
Dr. Alice Liu is a member of several esteemed medical professional organizations, including the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), San Diego Dermatological Society, and the San Diego Society for Dermatologic Surgery, of which she is a past president and past secretary-treasurer. She is also a Fellow with the American Society for Mohs Surgery, and a member of the North American Clinical Dermatologic Society.
Procedures & Services
Patient Education Resources
Can I switch the biologic medications I’m using to treat my psoriasis?
Yes, you can switch biologic medications for psoriasis if one is not working effectively. Biologic medications are a class of drugs that target specific parts of the immune system that are involved in...
Yes, you can switch biologic medications for psoriasis if one is not working effectively. Biologic medications are a class of drugs that target specific parts of the immune system that are involved in...
Does the acne on my back and chest require different treatment from the acne on my face?
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
Eczema Medication Savings & Support Programs
Click on the product image below to access medication savings or patient support programs from the manufacturer. In some cases, a form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the med...
Click on the product image below to access medication savings or patient support programs from the manufacturer. In some cases, a form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the med...
What are some basic acne skin care tips?
Here are some basic acne skin care tips that may help to reduce the appearance and severity of acne:Cleanse your skin gently: Use a mild, non-abrasive cleanser to wash your face twice a day. Avoid usi...
Here are some basic acne skin care tips that may help to reduce the appearance and severity of acne:Cleanse your skin gently: Use a mild, non-abrasive cleanser to wash your face twice a day. Avoid usi...
What is facial rejuvenation?
Facial rejuvenation refers to a variety of cosmetic treatments that are designed to improve the appearance of the face and make it look more youthful. These treatments can include a combination of non...
Facial rejuvenation refers to a variety of cosmetic treatments that are designed to improve the appearance of the face and make it look more youthful. These treatments can include a combination of non...
Education & Training
Dr. Liu is a graduate of Princeton University and the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, where she received her Doctor of Medicine and Doctor of Philosophy in Molecular Biology and Immunology. After completing a one-year internship in internal medicine, Dr. Liu completed a three-year residency in dermatology at the UCLA School of Medicine.
Professional Affiliations
Dermatologist Medical Group of North County
DMG specializes in the full spectrum of medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology, including Mohs micrographic surgery and Xoft brachytherapy, which are considered the most effective treatments for common types of skin cancer. Patients are often prescribed new medications as soon as they become available, and all offi ces are outfi tted with the newest equipment. DMG offers light and laser therapy and cosmetic treatments, including Botox, fi llers, intense pulsed light, laser hair removal, microneedling, and peels.