Dr. Karen Benik, MD
Physician
Dermatology
Specialty
Cosmetic Dermatology
Saddleback Dermatology and Laser Center
23832 Rockfield Blvd.
Suites 210 & 220
Lake Forest, California 92630
Website
Suites 210 & 220
Lake Forest, California 92630
For an appointment, call
(949) 770-8115
Medical Expertise of Dr. Karen Benik, MD
Dr. Benik specializes in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology with particular expertise in the use of laser to treat a variety of skin condition and provide a more youthful appearance.
About Dr. Karen Benik, MD
Dr. Karen Benik, MD is a board-certified dermatologist providing care to patients in the Lake Forest, CA area at Saddleback Dermatology.
Dr. Benik serves as Associate Clinical Professor in Dermatology at UCI where she taught both surgery and supervised outpatient clinics. She has served as both a member of the Board of Directors and President of the Orange County Society of Dermatologists.
Dr. Benik has been featured on several radio and television programs including Cox 3’s The Mix and American Health Journal on PBS. Dr. Benik has also been named a “Top Orange County Dermatologist” by Orange Coast Magazine.
Dr. Benik is a published author in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, studying Retin A and its effects on skin and photo aging.
Dr. Benik serves as Associate Clinical Professor in Dermatology at UCI where she taught both surgery and supervised outpatient clinics. She has served as both a member of the Board of Directors and President of the Orange County Society of Dermatologists.
Dr. Benik has been featured on several radio and television programs including Cox 3’s The Mix and American Health Journal on PBS. Dr. Benik has also been named a “Top Orange County Dermatologist” by Orange Coast Magazine.
Dr. Benik is a published author in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, studying Retin A and its effects on skin and photo aging.
Patient Education Resources
Does Coolsculpting® really work?
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...
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...
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...
Rosacea Medication Savings
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Click on the image to access medication savings In most cases, this form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the medication from the pharmacy. Offers may be time-limit...
What are the possible treatments for my actinic keratoses?
Actinic keratoses (AKs) are precancerous skin lesions that can develop into squamous cell carcinoma, a type of skin cancer. Treatment options for AKs include:Cryotherapy: This procedure involves freez...
Actinic keratoses (AKs) are precancerous skin lesions that can develop into squamous cell carcinoma, a type of skin cancer. Treatment options for AKs include:Cryotherapy: This procedure involves freez...
What can reduce the appearance of my acne scars?
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 ...
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. Benik completed her undergraduate degree in Biology at the California State University of Long Beach, where she graduated summa cum laude. She went on to the University of California, Irvine (UCI) where she received her medical degree, completed her Dermatology Residency and was named Resident Teacher of the year.
Saddleback Dermatology and Laser Center
Our main focus is the surgical and medical treatment of skin disease. All of the associated dermatologists at Saddleback Dermatology & Laser Center are board certified and together have decades of clinical experience.
In addition to clinical practice, they have held teaching positions as Clinical Professors at the University of California in Irvine. Through training, experience, academic associations, fellowships and leadership positions in professional societies, we strive to deliver state of the art dermatologic care.