Dr. Melanie Palm
Chosen as one of San Diego's top three doctors in Dermatology.
Dr. Melanie Palm is a board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained cosmetic surgeon who leads Art of Skin MD in Solana Beach. She earned her medical degree with high distinction from the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, along with an MBA from Chicago Booth. She completed her dermatology residency at Rush Presbyterian St. Luke’s Medical Center, where she served as Chief Resident. She then finished a cosmetic dermatology fellowship. Dr. Palm has written more than 75 medical articles and has served as a principal investigator on more than 70 FDA trials. She offers injectables, lasers, and body contouring.
(858) 792-7546
437 S Highway 101, Suite 217, Solana Beach, CA 92075
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Why did we choose Dr. Melanie Palm as one of our Top Doctors?
Top3Doctors.com selected Dr. Melanie Palm as a top dermatologist in San Diego because of her top academic training, her cosmetic fellowship, and her national recognition. She earned her medical degree with high distinction from the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, along with an MBA from Chicago Booth. Dr. Palm completed her dermatology residency at Rush Presbyterian-St. Luke’s Medical Center, serving as Chief Resident in her final year. She also finished a cosmetic dermatology fellowship and has been board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology since 2008. Newsweek named her one of America’s Best Dermatologists in 2022.
What sets Dr. Palm apart is her range. At Art of Skin MD, she treats common problems like acne and eczema, checks and treats skin cancer, and offers cosmetic care. Her research has earned the Young Investigator’s Award from the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery. She has also been named a Castle Connolly Top Doctor for five years. Patients can expect a careful plan and clear answers. For these reasons, Top3Doctors.com proudly names Dr. Melanie Palm among the top three dermatologists in San Diego.
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