Dermatologists in Malibu, United States | AAD
Dermatology • Malibu, CA
Clinic Type
Dermatology
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mrc@aad.org
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Vitals: 4.7 out of 5 stars (unspecified)
- BestProsInTown: generally positive recognition in local awards (111 reviews)
Patients praise
- expertise in cosmetic laser treatments and dermatology procedures
- success in diagnosing and treating complex or chronic conditions
- strong appreciation for personalized and thorough care by some patients
- recognition for professional awards and community trust
Common complaints
- reports of disappointing or poor patient experiences with specific providers
- occasional mentions of conflicting clinical approaches leading to controversy or patient skepticism
"The most important thing dr. Z gave me was an understanding that has helped me deal with symptoms when they arrive. Repeat: he changed my life."
— Patient review on Healthgrades for Dr. Alfred Zamm"This was truly one of the worst medical experiences of my life."
— Patient review on Yelp for Dr. Janet VafaieSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 10, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
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Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 10, 2026.
More dermatology clinics in Malibu
Summary: Brilliance Dermatology is a private medical dermatology practice based in Calabasas, CA, offering skin cancer treatment and cosmetic dermatology. The company has 6 employees and serves patients in the Los Angeles area, with a web presence at calabasasdermcenter.com. Not directly based in Malibu, the practice is positioned in the broader Los Angeles dermatology market and may be relevant for Malibu residents seeking dermatology and skin cancer services in nearby areas. Contact: (818) 446-1994.
Dr. Janet Vafaie, MD, FAAD is a board-certified dermatologist serving Los Angeles and Malibu. She specializes in cosmetic laser treatments and Mohs skin cancer surgery, and her practice is recognized as one of the top dermatology providers in LA. The practice offers medical, cosmetic, laser, and Mohs surgery services and operates from two offices on Wilshire Blvd in Los Angeles (near Malibu) with a small team (about 4 employees). The clinic is privately held, open to new patients, and lists a broad service focus including cosmetic and medical dermatology. Contact: appointments@drjanetvafaie.com; (310) 443-4040 or (310) 456-5459. Notable details: voted Best Dermatologist in LA, active hiring (Entry Level Assistant Office Manager - Cosmetic Sales), and an online footprint with a dedicated homepage losangeles-dermatologist.com.
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