Dermatologic Surgery and Laser Center
The UCSF Dermatologic Surgery and Laser Center specializes in diagnosing and treating the full range of skin diseases and cancers. Our experts are leaders in performing Mohs micrographic surgery, a highly specialized treatment for certain kinds of skin cancer.
Our Services
We use 14 types of lasers to treat various conditions, including:
- Birthmarks called vascular malformations
- Broken blood vessels
- Cherry angiomas, benign skin tumors that are red to purple in color
- Congenital skin deformities (existing at birth)
- Pigmented lesions, such as sun spots, tattoos and pigmented birthmarks
- Rosacea
- Vascular lesions, such as port-wine stains
The center also does laser hair removal, laser resurfacing, treatment of photodamage and a range of cosmetic procedures, including:
- Botox
- Chemical peels
- Liposuction
- Sclerotherapy, for spider and varicose veins
- Soft tissue fillers, such as Juvederm, Restylane and Sculptra
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What to Bring
- Photo I.D.
- Health insurance card
- Insurance authorization, if required
- Doctor's referral, if required
- Recent test results related to your condition
- List of your medications, including dosages, plus any you're allergic to
- List of questions you may have
- Device or paper for taking notes
International Services
If you live in another country and are coming to UCSF for medical
treatment, our patient liaisons can help coordinate all aspects of your visit.
Interpreters
UCSF offers language services at no charge for patients with limited
English, as well as for patients who are deaf or have trouble hearing.
Hospital Stays
Checking into the hospital? Find helpful information by clicking on the relevant “Your Hospital Stay” booklet: Mission Bay, Parnassus or Mount
Zion.
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Our research initiatives
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UCSF Department of Dermatology Research
The UCSF Department of Dermatology's research programs cover a broad range of investigations into skin biology and disease, ultimately leading to more effective care for patients.
