Dr. Michelle Aszterbaum, MD


Physician
Dermatology

Specialty

Cosmetic Dermatology,
Mohs Surgery


The Dermatology Center of Newport
360 San Miguel Dr.
#406
Newport Beach, California 92660
For an appointment, call (949) 525-0700
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Medical Expertise of Dr. Michelle Aszterbaum, MD

Dr. Aszterbaum specializes in medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology with particular expertise in the use of Mohs surgery for the treatment of skin cancer. She also offers a range of aesthic procedures, including botulinum toxin, dermal fillers and laser/light technology to provide a more youthful appearanc.

About Dr. Michelle Aszterbaum, MD

Dr. Michelle Aszterbaum, MD is a board-certified dermatologist and Mohs surgeon providing care to patients in Newport Beach and the greater Orange County area at the Dermatology Center of Newport Beach.

Dr. Aszterbaum also holds an appointment as Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of California, Irvine (UCI) and is Past President of the Orange County Dermatological Society.

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...
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...
How long does it take for a tattoo to disappear after laser tattoo removed?
The length of time it takes to remove a tattoo depends on several factors, including the size, location, and color of the tattoo, as well as the individual's skin type and overall health.The most ...
What are the best sunscreens?
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...
What is microneedling?
Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure that involves using a device with fine needles to create tiny punctures in the skin. The needles are typically between 0.5mm and 2.5mm in length, and are used to ...

Education & Training

Dr. Aszterbaum received her MD at the University of California, Davis School of Medicine and interned in internal medicine at Harvard Medical School’s Massachusetts General Hospital. She then completed her residency in dermatology at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF).

Dr. Aszterbaum pursued a research fellowship in skin cancer genetics, specializing in the study of skin cancer prevention in high-risk populations. She was a full-time clinical instructor of dermatology and a researcher at UCSF from 1997 to 2002. During fellowship and afterwards, she published an extensive array of research articles. She also developed the cell line ASZ001 which is now commonly used in testing medications that may help prevent skin cancer.
 

Professional Affiliations

The Dermatology Center of Newport

The Dermatology Center of Newport provide a range of medical, cosmetic and surgical dermatology services to patients in Orange County.

Cosmetic service include Bellafill, Botox, Dysport, Jeuveau, Juvederm, Latisse, Restylane, Sculptra, and Voluma.