Medical Expertise of Dr. Vanessa London, MD
Dr. London is highly trained in surgical procedures including lesion biopsies, surgical repair of acne scars, excision of skin cancers, and excimer laser for psoriasis and vitiligo. She is also skilled at numerous cosmetic procedures, which include chemical peels, sclerotherapy for spider veins, IPL (intense pulsed light), microneedling and radiofrequency skin tightening, fractional CO2 resurfacing, laser hair removal, and the Clear Toe laser for toenail fungus.
About Dr. Vanessa London, MD
Vanessa London, MD is a board-certified dermatologist and providing care to patients in Poway and the greater San Diego area.
Dr. London has served as a dermatologist for Medecins Sans Frontieres (Doctors Without Borders) where she had the incredible experience of treating HIV positive patients in a dermatology clinic in rural Myanmar.
Dr. London has served as a dermatologist for Medecins Sans Frontieres (Doctors Without Borders) where she had the incredible experience of treating HIV positive patients in a dermatology clinic in rural Myanmar.
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 ...
How can Botox® improve my appearance?
Botox® (botulinum toxin type A) is a medication that is primarily used to temporarily paralyze specific muscles in the face and body.It is most often used to improve the appearance of wrinkles and...
Botox® (botulinum toxin type A) is a medication that is primarily used to temporarily paralyze specific muscles in the face and body.It is most often used to improve the appearance of wrinkles and...
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...
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...
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 ...
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 ...
Education & Training
Dr. London completed her undergraduate studies at Cornell University and then completed a Master's degree in physiologic science at UCLA. She went to medical school at Case Western Reserve University where she was class president and received numerous awards including induction into the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society. She pursued her dermatology training at USC, where she served as Chief Resident. She is a member of the San Diego Dermatologic Surgery Society, and serves on faculty at UCSD, where she enjoys teaching residents fundamentals of surgery.
Professional Affiliations
Bernardo Dermatology Medical Group, Inc.
Bernardo Dermatology Medical Group strives to provide you with a personalized experience that is unparalleled in care, comfort and compassion. Our distinguished dermatologists comprise the most highly experienced and educated team in dermatology today.