
Dr. Michelle Aszterbaum, MD
Physician
Dermatology
Specialty
Cosmetic Dermatology,
Mohs Surgery
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.
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.
Procedures & Services
Patient Education Resources
Does the acne on my back and chest require different treatment from the acne on my face?
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
Psoriasis Medication Savings & Support
Click on the product image to access medication savings or support services offered by the manufacturer In most cases, this form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the medi...
Click on the product image to access medication savings or support services offered by the manufacturer In most cases, this form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the medi...
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...
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 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 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 ...
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.
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.
Cosmetic service include Bellafill, Botox, Dysport, Jeuveau, Juvederm, Latisse, Restylane, Sculptra, and Voluma.