Kevin Patel, MD, FAAD
Specialties
Cosmetic Dermatology
Medical Dermatology
Languages I Speak
English
About Me
Dr. Kevin Patel completed his medical training at Chicago Medical School, where he was inducted into the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society and graduated first in his class. With a focus on epidemiology research to improve the cost of care for skin diseases, he is a reviewer for various peer-reviewed journals and authored over 40 publications in the field of dermatology.
Growing up in Chicago, Dr. Patel initially aspired to become a veterinarian. However, his perspective shifted in college when he volunteered at a free health clinic and discovered his passion for medicine. His interest in dermatology stems from his concern for the psychosocial and financial burdens of skin diseases. He recognizes that dermatologic issues can significantly affect a person’s well-being and strives to help his patients live comfortably in their own skin.
Dr. Patel completed a fellowship in Mohs skin cancer surgery under Dr. Hubert Greenway, who was trained by Dr. Frederic Mohs, the pioneer of the Mohs surgical technique. Additionally, he trained with Dr. Vic Ross, who developed many of the laser-based treatments now widely used in medical care.
In his free time, Dr. Patel enjoys trying new restaurants, scuba diving, hiking, traveling, immersing himself in new cultures and cuisines, and spending time with family and friends.
Education
Fellowship: Mohs Micrographic Surgery
Scripps Clinic
San Diego, CA
Residency: Dermatology
University of Texas, Dell Medical School
Austin, TX
Residency: Preliminary Medicine
Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School
Boston, MA
Doctor of Medicine
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Sciences: Chicago Medical School
North Chicago, IL
B.S. in Molecular & Cellular Biology
B.S. in Psychology
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL
Post Grad
- Board Certified in Dermatology
- American Academy of Dermatology
- American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
- American College of Mohs Surgery
Where I Practice
Coast Dermatology & Laser Surgery Center
31852 Coast Highway
Laguna Beach CA 92651
(949) 301-8019
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