Dr. Nina Desai, MD
Physician
Dermatology
Specialty
Cosmetic Dermatology
Manhattan Dermatology
400 S Sepulveda Blvd
Suite 205
Manhattan Beach, California 90266
Website
Suite 205
Manhattan Beach, California 90266
For an appointment, call
310.546.1188
About Dr. Nina Desai, MD
Nina Desai, MD is a board-certified dermatologist providing care to patients in Manhattan Beach.
Dr. Nina Desai specializes in medical and cosmetic dermatology.
A native of Laguna Beach, Dr. Desai joined Manhattan Dermatology after working for several years in NYC on Park Avenue and in Tribeca
Throughout her career, Dr. Desai has conducted dermatological research at Harvard University and Cornell University and has authored numerous journal articles.
Dr. Nina Desai specializes in medical and cosmetic dermatology.
A native of Laguna Beach, Dr. Desai joined Manhattan Dermatology after working for several years in NYC on Park Avenue and in Tribeca
Throughout her career, Dr. Desai has conducted dermatological research at Harvard University and Cornell University and has authored numerous journal articles.
Conditions Treated
Acne
Aging Skin & Wrinkles
Allergic Contact Dermatitis
Atopic Dermatitis
Hair Loss (Balding)
Psoriasis
Rosacea
Seborrheic Keratosis
Skin Cancer
Warts
Patient Education Resources
Can I switch the biologic medications I’m using to treat my psoriasis?
Yes, you can switch biologic medications for psoriasis if one is not working effectively. Biologic medications are a class of drugs that target specific parts of the immune system that are involved in...
Yes, you can switch biologic medications for psoriasis if one is not working effectively. Biologic medications are a class of drugs that target specific parts of the immune system that are involved in...
How do biologics work to treat my eczema?
Biologics are a class of medications that can be used to treat eczema, a chronic skin condition characterized by inflammation and itching. Biologics work by targeting specific parts of the immune syst...
Biologics are a class of medications that can be used to treat eczema, a chronic skin condition characterized by inflammation and itching. Biologics work by targeting specific parts of the immune syst...
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 ...
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...
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
After earning her medical degree (MD) from Brown University, Dr. Desai went on to train at St. Luke's-Roosevelt Medical Center in New York City where she was elected Chief Resident for the Department of Dermatology.