About Wendy Kao, PA-C
Wendy C. Kao, PA-C is a board-certified Physician Assistant (PA) specializing in dermatology. Wendy Kao sees patients in the Calabasas area at the Bella Skin Institute.
She earned her Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Public Health Sciences from University of California, Irvine and her dual Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MSPAS) and Master of Public Health (MPH) from Touro University.
During her clinical training, she completed a preceptorship in medical, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology where she fell in love with the world of dermatology. Her surgical training includes first assisting in ophthalmic, general, and vascular surgeries at Kaiser Permanente in Fremont, CA. She also completed a preceptorship in a level 1 trauma center at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center Emergency Department. She received additional clinical training in internal medicine and geriatric medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatric and adolescent medicine, sports medicine and in primary care. Professional Dermatology Affiliations
She earned her Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Public Health Sciences from University of California, Irvine and her dual Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MSPAS) and Master of Public Health (MPH) from Touro University.
During her clinical training, she completed a preceptorship in medical, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology where she fell in love with the world of dermatology. Her surgical training includes first assisting in ophthalmic, general, and vascular surgeries at Kaiser Permanente in Fremont, CA. She also completed a preceptorship in a level 1 trauma center at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center Emergency Department. She received additional clinical training in internal medicine and geriatric medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatric and adolescent medicine, sports medicine and in primary care. Professional Dermatology Affiliations
- American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA)
- California Academy of Physician Assistants
- Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants (SDPA)
- CalDerm PA Society.
Patient Education Resources
Does Coolsculpting® really work?
CoolSculpting® is a non-surgical, non-invasive procedure that uses a device to cool targeted areas of fat, causing the fat cells to freeze and die. Over time, the body naturally eliminates these d...
CoolSculpting® is a non-surgical, non-invasive procedure that uses a device to cool targeted areas of fat, causing the fat cells to freeze and die. Over time, the body naturally eliminates these d...
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 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 ...
What is the treatment for rosacea affecting my eyes?
Ocular rosacea is a subtype of rosacea that affects the eyes, and it can cause symptoms such as redness, itching, burning, and a gritty sensation in the eyes. Treatment for ocular rosacea typically in...
Ocular rosacea is a subtype of rosacea that affects the eyes, and it can cause symptoms such as redness, itching, burning, and a gritty sensation in the eyes. Treatment for ocular rosacea typically in...
Professional Affiliations
Bella Skin Institute
Dr. Guanche is a renowned specialist and celebrity dermatologist, who has appeared on Extra and The Doctors to share her knowledge.
The state-of-the-art Bella Skin Institute facility has been designed to be warm and engaging while focusing on providing clients with the newest, most innovative procedures available to perfect skin. We use highly advanced equipment and specialize in procedures that require little or no downtime for the convenience of our clients.
The Bella Skin Institute is dedicated to combining medical science and cosmetic beauty to provide each client with customized treatments to meet their needs, from dermatology services to minimally invasive cosmetic procedures, performed at the facility. Dr. Anna Guanche uses a tumescent anesthesia for all procedures so the patient is never placed under full general anesthesia.
Procedures performed include resurfacing, hair removal, Fraxel™ and laser therapy; facial and body peels including dermasanding for acne scars; Thermage™, mini "S" lift, blepharoplasty and liposuction; the latest injectables including Juvéderm™ Injectable Gel, Radiesse™, Dysport™, or BOTOX® Cosmetic injections for wrinkle removal; and more. Aesthetic services include SilkPeel microdermabrasion and dermalinfusion, dermaplaning; facials; and waxing. General dermatology services include skin cancer screening and surgery, acne, rashes, eczema, and more.
The state-of-the-art Bella Skin Institute facility has been designed to be warm and engaging while focusing on providing clients with the newest, most innovative procedures available to perfect skin. We use highly advanced equipment and specialize in procedures that require little or no downtime for the convenience of our clients.
The Bella Skin Institute is dedicated to combining medical science and cosmetic beauty to provide each client with customized treatments to meet their needs, from dermatology services to minimally invasive cosmetic procedures, performed at the facility. Dr. Anna Guanche uses a tumescent anesthesia for all procedures so the patient is never placed under full general anesthesia.
Procedures performed include resurfacing, hair removal, Fraxel™ and laser therapy; facial and body peels including dermasanding for acne scars; Thermage™, mini "S" lift, blepharoplasty and liposuction; the latest injectables including Juvéderm™ Injectable Gel, Radiesse™, Dysport™, or BOTOX® Cosmetic injections for wrinkle removal; and more. Aesthetic services include SilkPeel microdermabrasion and dermalinfusion, dermaplaning; facials; and waxing. General dermatology services include skin cancer screening and surgery, acne, rashes, eczema, and more.