
Dr. Jeffrey Klein, MD
Physician
Dermatology
Specialty
Dermatologic Surgery
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HK Dermatology
30280 Rancho Viejo Road
San Juan Capistrano, California 92675
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San Juan Capistrano, California 92675
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(949) 248-1632
Medical Expertise of Dr. Jeffrey Klein, MD
Dr. Klein specializes in tumescent liposuction and is the inventor of tumescent lidocaine anesthesia (TLA), which is now the worldwide standard of care for liposuction and many other plastic surgical procedures.
Dr. Klein devotes a significant portion of his professional research activities to clinical research involving medical dermatology, tumescent drug delivery for dermatologic diseases, and the clinical pharmacology of lidocaine local anesthesia.
About Dr. Jeffrey Klein, MD
Dr. Jeffrey Klein, MD is a board-certified dermatologist providing care to patients in San Juan Capistrano, California at HK Dermatology.
He also serves as a clinical professor of Dermatology at UC Irvine (UCI).
Dr. Klein first described the tumescent technique for liposuction at a scientific meeting in 1986 and published his result in the Journal of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery in 1987. Prior to 1986, all liposuction surgeries were done under general anesthesia, were associated with significant surgical blood loss and prolonged postoperative recovery of two or more weeks.
More than 800 surgeons from around the world have traveled to San Juan Capistrano to attend Dr. Klein’s tumescent liposuction course known as Liposuction 101. Dr. Klein continues to be active in research and medial teaching.
Conditions Treated
Acne
Aging Skin & Wrinkles
Allergic Contact Dermatitis
Atopic Dermatitis
Hair Loss (Balding)
Psoriasis
Rosacea
Seborrheic Keratosis
Skin Cancer
Warts
Patient Education Resources
Acne Medication Savings
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Click on the medication image to access medication savings from the manufacturer. In most cases, this form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the medication from the pharmacy. ...
How Does Isotretinoin Work to Treat Acne?
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Isotretinoin, previously marketed as Accutane, is a medication that is used to treat severe cystic acne that has not responded to other treatments. Isotretinoin is a form of vitamin A and works by ...
How is atopic dermatitis different from eczema?
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
What is atopic dermatitis?
Atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition that causes dry, itchy, and scaly skin. The condition is characterized by symptoms such as:Dry, itchy skin: The skin ...
Atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition that causes dry, itchy, and scaly skin. The condition is characterized by symptoms such as:Dry, itchy skin: The skin ...
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. Klein is a graduate of the University of California, San Francisco, (UCSF) School of Medicine. He also completed a National Institute of Health Research Fellowship in Clinical Pharmacology as well as advanced degrees in mathematics and biostatistics (UC Berkeley).