
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 Hospital1976
Maricopa Medical Center1975
Carolinas Medical CenterResidency, Internal Medicine, 1975 - 1976
Valleywise HealthInternship, Transitional Year, 1974 - 1975
Shahid Beheshti University of Medical SciencesClass of 1972
Certifications & Licensure
CA State Medical License 1977 - 2028
MI State Medical License Active through 1988
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
- 1 citationsNontypical Syphilitic ChancresJohn L. Headley, Nissan Pilest, Jack Posnikoff, Clarence H. Spence
Archives of Dermatology. 1981-01-01
Press Mentions
Nissan Pilest, M.D., Awarded Orange County's 2016 Top Doc in DermatologyJanuary 31st, 2017
Professional Memberships
- Fellow
- Fellow
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