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Nissan Pilest, MD, Dermatology, Irvine, CA

Nissan Pilest MD Cosmetic Dermatology

Cosmetic Dermatology


Medical Director Total Dermatology

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  • 16100 Sand Canyon AveSte 190Irvine, CA 92618

  • Phone+1 949-727-3800

  • Fax+1 949-727-3888

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Summary

  • Dr. Nissan Pilest is a dermatologist located in Irvine, CA, specializing in cosmetic dermatology. He has been an Assistant Professor at the University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine since 1988 and is associated with the Beckman Laser Institute. He also runs a private practice, Total Dermatology, since 1979. Dr. Pilest completed his medical education at Shahid Beheshti University and underwent further training at Valleywise Health and Carolinas Medical Center among others. His experience spans general dermatology, dermatitis, melasma, cosmetic dermatology, and acne scars. He has contributed to the field with a publication on nontypical syphilitic chancres. Dr. Pilest has received multiple honors, including the Circle of Excellence from the American Society of Dermatologic Surgeons and the Physician of Excellence award from the Orange County Medical Association.

Education & Training

  • Charlotte Memorial Hospital
    Charlotte Memorial Hospital1976
  • Maricopa Medical Center
    Maricopa Medical Center1975
  • Carolinas Medical Center
    Carolinas Medical CenterResidency, Internal Medicine, 1975 - 1976
  • Valleywise Health
    Valleywise HealthInternship, Transitional Year, 1974 - 1975
  • Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences
    Shahid Beheshti University of Medical SciencesClass of 1972

Certifications & Licensure

  • CA State Medical License
    CA State Medical License 1977 - 2028
  • MI State Medical License
    MI State Medical License Active through 1988
  • Dermatology
    American Board of Dermatology Dermatology

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Circle of Excellence American Society of Dermatologic Surgeons
  • Physician of Excellence - Top Doctor Orange County Medical Association, 2015-2016
  • President Dermatological Society of Orange County, 2012

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Press Mentions

  • Nissan Pilest, M.D., Awarded Orange County's 2016 Top Doc in Dermatology
    Nissan Pilest, M.D., Awarded Orange County's 2016 Top Doc in DermatologyJanuary 31st, 2017

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