Dermatology Institute & Skin Care Center

Ranked among the top dermatology practices in Los Angeles and Santa Monica, the Dermatology Institute & Skin Care Center (DISCC) operates from Wilshire Boulevard under founder and lead physician Dr. Paul Yamauchi, who brings more than 25 years of experience, over 70,000 procedures performed, and leadership of more than 200 clinical research trials. Recognized by Castle Connolly, Newsweek, and Marquis Who's Who, Dr. Yamauchi is joined by Dr. Joshua Hekmatjah and physician assistant Alice Musher in delivering individualized treatment protocols across both medical and cosmetic dermatology. While the practice is deeply involved in clinical research for conditions like psoriasis and eczema, its cosmetic division offers a genuine aesthetic menu: Botox and dermal filler injections, Excel V+ and CoolPeel laser treatments, laser skin resurfacing and hair removal, Onda PRO non-surgical body contouring and cellulite reduction, microneedling, chemical peels, IPL, PRP microneedling, microdermabrasion, and dermaplaning. Telehealth appointments are available for added convenience. With a five-star patient rating and frequent media features, DISCC gives Santa Monica patients access to research-grade dermatologic expertise paired with a full range of non-surgical cosmetic treatments in one Wilshire Boulevard location.