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 ...
Eczema Medication Savings & Support Programs
Click on the product image below to access medication savings or patient support programs from the manufacturer. In some cases, a form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the med...
Click on the product image below to access medication savings or patient support programs from the manufacturer. In some cases, a form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the med...
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 is the treatment for nail fungus?
Treatment for nail fungus (onychomycosis) can be challenging, as the fungus can be difficult to eliminate and may recur. Treatment options include:Topical antifungal medication: Over-the-counter antif...
Treatment for nail fungus (onychomycosis) can be challenging, as the fungus can be difficult to eliminate and may recur. Treatment options include:Topical antifungal medication: Over-the-counter antif...
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.