Dr. Ralph Massey, MD


Physician
Dermatology

Specialty

Cosmetic Dermatology,
Dermatologic Surgery

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Ralph Massey M.D.
477 N. El Camino Real
Suite C-312
Encinitas, California 92024
For an appointment, call (310) 434-2495
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About Dr. Ralph Massey, MD

Ralph Massey, M.D. is a board-certified dermatologist providing care to patients in Encinitas, California.

Dr. Massey is an award-winning surgeon, winning the prestigious Theodore Tromovitch award from the American College of Mohs Micrographic Surgery for excellence in research in dermatologic surgery. As well as lecturing extensively, Dr. Massey has published numerous articles on dermatologic surgery in leading peer-reviewed medical journals.

For several years Dr. Massey taught dermatologic and cosmetic surgery at Columbia University. He has continued his commitment to teaching through UCLA where he is an Assistant Clinical Professor. Dr. Massey is also the Director of both the Skin Cancer Group and the Cosmetic Surgery Center of Santa Monica.
 

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Education & Training

Dr. Massey graduated from Cambridge University and London University in England prior to completing his dermatology residency in the United States. Dr. Massey went on to complete a fellowship in Mohs Micrographic and Cosmetic Surgery at Columbia University in New York.

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