Medical Expertise of Dr. Joan Osder, MD
Dr. Osder’s practice consists of general dermatology and derm surgery as well as cosmetic procedures such as photo rejuvenation, chemical peels, laser treatments for hair removal and acne, treatment of leg veins and Botox, and various derm fillers.
About Dr. Joan Osder, MD
Joan A. Oseder, M.D is a board-certified dermatologist providing care at Dermatology Associates Medical Group in Beverly Hills, CA.
Patient Education Resources
CoolSculpting® is a non-surgical, non-invasive procedure that uses a device to cool targeted areas of fat, causing the fat cells to freeze and die. Over time, the body naturally eliminates these d...
Botox® (botulinum toxin type A) is a medication that is primarily used to temporarily paralyze specific muscles in the face and body.It is most often used to improve the appearance of wrinkles and...
The best way to find out if you have skin cancer is to have a skin examination performed by a healthcare professional such as a dermatologist. They will visually inspect your skin for any suspicious m...
The best sunscreens are those that provide broad-spectrum protection, which means they protect against both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. They should also have an SPF (sun protecti...
Acne scars can be treated with a variety of methods, including:Topical treatments: Topical creams and gels containing ingredients such as retinoids, hydroquinone, and vitamin C can help to reduce the ...
Education & Training
Dr. Osder earned her undergraduate B.A. in 1977 and M.D. in 1981 at the University of Arizona. She completed a residency in internal medicine in 1984 and a residency in Dermatology at UCLA in 1987. She is board certified in both Internal Medicine and Dermatology and certified in laser surgery and pulse light therapy. She is a member of the Los Angeles Metropolitan Dermatology Association.
Dr. Osder was on the U.C.L.A. Clinical faculty from 1988-1992. She has been a guest lecturer at many local groups and area schools and has appeared on several television and radio health segments. Dr. Osder has volunteered at local free clinics participated in free skin cancer screenings at health fairs.
Dermatology Associates Medical Group

Dermatology Associates Medical Group is dedicated to providing the highest quality services in cosmetic, medical and surgical dermatology.
Our medical staff has 125 years of combined clinical expertise in cosmetic, medical, and surgical dermatology. Our philosophy is to combine safe and effective state-of-the-art technologies to enhance the skin and treat a variety of conditions.