Dr. Michael Bastien, MD


Physician
Dermatology

Specialty

Dermatopathology


Dermatology Associates of Westlake Village
1240 S. Westlake Boulevard #205
Westlake Village, California 91361
For an appointment, call (805) 495-0551
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Medical Expertise of Dr. Michael Bastien, MD

Diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, rosacea, psoriasis and skin cancer.

About Dr. Michael Bastien, MD

Michael Bastien, MD is a board-certified dermatologist providing care to patients in the Thousand Oaks area at Dermatology Associates of Westlake Village.

Dr. is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, American Society of Dermatopathology, California Society of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery, Los Angeles Metropolitan Dermatological Society and past-president of the San Fernando Valley Dermatological Society. 

Dr. Bastienhas published numerous professional papers in his field. Dr. Bastien is Board Certified in his specialty and has special expertise in skin pathology and clinical dermatology with emphasis on diagnostics.

  • Board certified in dermatology by the American Board of Dermatology
  • Board certified in dermatopathology by the Joint Boards of Anatomic Pathology and Dermatology

Patient Education Resources

How can a dermatologist make me appear more youthful?
A dermatologist can make you appear more youthful by using a variety of treatments, such as:Topical creams and serums that contain ingredients like retinoids and hyaluronic acid to improve skin textur...
How can I reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea?
There are several ways to reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea:Avoiding triggers: Triggers such as sun exposure, wind, high temperatures, stress, spicy foods, and alcohol, can worsen the symptoms...
If I have psoriasis, am I likely to get arthritis?
Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes red, scaly patches on the skin. It affects about 2-3% of the population. People with psoriasis are at an increased risk of developing a form of arthri...
What is the treatment for severe atopic dermatitis?
The treatment for severe atopic dermatitis will depend on the individual case, but it may include a combination of the following:Topical corticosteroids: Topical corticosteroids can be used to reduce ...
What medications are used to treat acne?
There are several medications that can be used to treat acne, including:Topical retinoids (e.g. tretinoin, adapalene)Topical antibiotics (e.g. clindamycin, erythromycin)Topical benzoyl peroxideOral an...

Education & Training

Dr. Bastien graduated from the University of Southern California (USC) Medical School, completed an internship in Internal Medicine at Los Angeles County/USC Medical Center. He then completed a dermatology residency at Medical College of Georgia under J. Graham Smith, Jr. and a dermatopathology fellowship at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center.

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