Dr. Alyssa Nash-Goelitz, MD
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About Dr. Alyssa Nash-Goelitz, MD
Alyssa Nash, M.D. is a board certified dermatologist specializing in medical and cosmetic dermatology. She is a native of Southern California and graduated from the University of California at San Diego with a B.S. in Cell and Molecular Biology.
She worked at the Salk Institute for two years after college before moving to Chicago to attend Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine where she graduated magna cum laude.
She completed her residency in dermatology at Cook County Hospital in Chicago, serving at chief resident during her final year. Following residency, Dr. Nash served as Associate Professor of Dermatology at St. Louis University School of Medicine before relocating to San Diego with her family.
Certifications
California Medical License (2006)
Fellow, American Academy of Dermatology (2006)
Member, Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society (2002)
Member, San Diego Dermatological Society (2007)
Member, California Dermatology Society (2007)
American Medical Association Physician Recognition Award (2010)
Patient Education Resources
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