Vince Afsahi, MD

I’ve been coming here for over a decade. Even after I moved to LA, I still come back because Dr. Afsahi is the best there is. He is very patient, knowledgable and approaches treatment conservatively.
He is one of those doctors who will actually sit down and listen to you! Rather than getting your diagnosis and prescription quickly and pushing you out the door, he really does take the time to analyze your health habits and to explain the pros and cons of older and newer treatments.
I’ve seen him for both medical and cosmetic reasons: rashes, scars, dark spots, laser treatments, Botox, etc. He is a pro at all of it.
He regularly attends conferences so that he stays up to date on the newest technology and treatments. In addition, I love, love his staff. They are all so friendly and welcoming!
I highly recommend calling in early to make an appointment because he gets booked up. Good doctors are hard to come by, so plan ahead! He is definitely worth the trip from LA. Dr. Afsahi keeps my skin looking flawless. Smooth as a baby’s bottom.

DR. Afsahi is a pleasant, fun guy who knows his skin problems. He is gentle as well and makes treatments as easy as is possible.
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If you’re not a current patient, look elsewhere. Attempted to call in an appointment on 11/​18/​2015 shortly after 11:30am, only to be told that they’re booked months ahead of time, and they’ll call me, rather than have me set something up for the next available slot, even though I notified the receptionist that the reason was medical, not cosmetic. That’s cool. Me and the possibly cancerous tumor can wait.

I love, love, love this office! ALL the staff are pleasant, efficient, professional and courteous. Now about Dr. Afsahi… I never want to go to another dermatologist. I’ve had three small procedures (two were cancer) and felt very well taken care of throughout it all. Thanks to his PA Amy. Dr. Afsahi is very professional yet very caring and genuinely interested in you. He has a way of making you feel relaxed, and his professionalism is comforting. I would (already have) recommend Dr Afashi to anyone.

Dr. Afsahi saved my life. No kidding. He is honest, personable, professional and most importantly, vigilant. I don’t see him for cosmetic reasons, though I am sure he and his staff are good at that. I see him to make sure my skin is healthy. Enough said?

Dr. Afsahi used a dye pulse laser to treat a broken blood vessel on my cheek. He estimated that it would take 2 – 3 treatments. It took him 1 treatment. He had good follow up and did a great job. I would recommend him highly for any dermalogical needs.

My visits with Dr. Afsahi and the staff have all been positive (5 visit’s total, so far.) They all have gone over board to make certain I’m feeling comfortable and they treat their patients in a very professional manner. The care has been outstanding and the two surgeries and one biopsy that I’ve been through all went well, with minimal pain. Kudos to Dr. Afsahi and the staff at his Tustin office.

I’ve been coming in once a month and the last couple times have been way way better as far as waiting goes. As soon as I came in I was seen by Dr. Afsahi and PA Celeste (sp?). My skin has been doing a lot better, but still some minor break outs here and there so now they’ve put me on a low dose oral antibiotic. They genuinely care about me and my skin. It shows in the way they talk to me and make sure to always address my worries. I would trust anything they recommend for me. My skin is doing a whole lot better that I don’t question a thing they say. This place is wonderful. I love everyone in it. A medication was denied from my insurance and PA Celeste herself called me to say how they’re going to submit for approval for me and it may take longer than expected due to the holidays. Best customer service ever!

This is my first review ever on Unilocal,although an avid Unilocal user for many years. I felt compelled to write my first review after the first time visiting South Coast Dermatology but now even more so after my second visit.
Fighting with acne for over a decade now, I’ve had Dr’s tell me how horrific my skin is, how I shouldnt have to live like this, blah blah. I’ve had all sorts of lasers, peels and other expensive treatments thrown at me… making me feel even worse and even discouraging me from coming back. This is not the case at South Coast Dermatology and Dr. Afsahi is a true example of what a doctor means to me. Someone who truly cares for his patients. Both visits to the office have been greeted with nothing but friendly smiles and hello’s from the staff. When the Dr comes to meet with you, he allows for questions however big or small and sits with you until there is nothing more to be said. I can’t say that for most of the other Dr’s I’ve seen. With many family members and close friends in the medical field, I understand the politics of patient flow. I have no sense of this at S Coast. Nurses, PA, receptionists and Dr are all exceptional!

My first impression was not great at first because i was provided with the incorrect appointment date and time, however Tamara was so helpful and very apologetic. She was able to get me in the schedule and was super informative. Dr Afsahi was great, he answered all my questions, and was in no rush at all. I was really nervous to talk about my acne but felt comfortable seeing how genuine and understanding he and Tamera were. My skin care routine was definitely changed and I can’t wait to see the results!
Thank you Dr Afsahi and staff!

My family (me, wife, kids) has been going to Dr. Afsahi since the early 2000s. He is absolutely excellent. First, he determines what a rash/​bump/​etc is the *first* time he looks at it (and with several kids, we’ve come in with all sorts of strange things), which is I think what distinguishes a top dermatologist. Second, the various procedures he’s done (mostly removals in our case), he’s done precisely and with no problems afterwards. And third, he’s down-​to-​earth and friendly, takes the time to answer questions. We took an older relative in too, and he was exceptionally friendly, and explained things in an understandable way for her too.
My general physician referred me to Dr. Afsahi for a prodedure years ago, telling me that I’d be driving farther but that this guy was the best — and I believe he was absolutely right.

Unlike most dermatologists that rip you off for a 5 minute visit, Dr. Afsahi takes his time, listens to your concern and tailors your treatment according to your needs. I wouldn’t recommend any other dermatologist! Thank you Dr. Afsahi!

I dont Unilocal much. Actually I dont Unilocal at all. However, in the case of Dr Afsahi, I concluded that I was so impressed with my initial visit that it behooves me to login and give a review.
The absolute one characteristic that I liked most about the Dr was that he didn’t sit there and tell me how dumb I was for not wearing sunblock as a kid (I get it already). I had to get some AK’s frozen off and past drs have spoken to me like I should have been smarter as a 14 yr old when I was out playing baseball or whatever. When I told him that I was in fact stupid for not being more proactive in skin protection in my youth, he simply smiled and said everybody is stupid when they are young.
He also took what I considered a genuine interest in my visit and why I was there. He asked me a few times if there was anything else that I would like to go over. He took care of the spots and that was it. Didnt try to sell me on a bunch of extras and even talked about a laser treatment for a broken vessel on my nose that I had asked about.
He is one of those drs that I hope I never move far enough away that I couldnt be a patient.

Dr. Afsahi is the nicest dermatologist I have ever met! He actually seems to care about his patients skin, compared to other dermatologists I have met. He also made me feel comfortable when he was examining my skin and informed me about the importance of using sunscreen daily. He listened to me vent about my acne scars and prescribed Finacea as treatment. The gel costs $ 205 without insurance so I’m hoping this medication will work for what it’s worth. His staff also gave me coupons to save money as well.
Overall, Dr. Afsahi is a kind and caring dermatologist and I would recommend him to anyone looking for a great dermatologist.

A very patient Dr. who’s willing to help you out with any of your skin problems. The only problem is that he’s so popular so you’ll need to expect a wait (15 min to an hour) to see him even if you have an appointment~

Dr. Afsahi is the dermatologist to go to when you need a solution… and fast. He is not a «wait and see» doc… which I prefer as I do nit have time to waste. He has a very caring caring yet professional demeanor and the office staff is pleasant.
On my second visit ever, he totally remembered me from the first visit which is impressive (1.5 years later!).
They do not ask for your co-​pay but will take it if you offer.
Highly recommend.

I’m updating this review because unfortunately I did not have a good experience in having a mole removed. While I’m thankful to have taken care oft, I’m not happy with the scar that it left, particularly since it was avoidable. Unfortunately, the doctor used dissolvable sutures on the inside, which my other doctor tells me creates tension and hence the likelihood for more inflammation and scarring. Also, she said based on the pathology report, she might not have removed it. Instead, she would have just watched it. What’s more is I had to go back a third time months later because not all of the suture dissolved (or was removed). It felt like I had fish line sticking out of my skin, which was rather uncomfortable.
The day I went back the doctor was in not so great of a mood, which was in sharp contract to his previous treatment. I don’t know if it was a mistake, but his office then tried to bill me for that visit, too.
Note: The day I had my mole removed, the office was very busy preparing for a Botox party later that afternoon. I think he was a bit distracted. Apparently mole removal is not as much fun. :(

I’ve been fighting acne since moving here three years ago (I blame a new climate/​higher humidity) and I finally said last summer, it was time to see a dermatologist.
I searched for Dr. Afsahi on Unilocal and, as you can see, he is very highly rated. I never thought I’d be able to get an appointment, but I did! And quickly.
He’s a wonderful doctor for acne treatment — very kind, patient, and you can ask him any sort of questions. He prescribed me some expensive cremes and gels, but he made sure I walked out of the office with a coupon to save me money on both of them, and switched me to oral medication as soon as he saw how my skin reacted to it.
I am always taken at my appointment time if not earlier. His office staff is very quick and efficient. They call to remind you about your appointment the day before, which is fantastic, because I would forget otherwise!
I used to go to the office in Tustin (He’s there on Mon/​Wed) and had to switch due to my work schedule to his Newport office. It was a bit of a pain in the ass to switch because the staff made it harder to do than I thought necessary, but now that I’ve settled in there, I’m just fine with it. Parking is free at both locations and I never have problems finding a space. The Newport office overlooks Fashion Island but can be a little confusing to find at first.
I’m still waiting to see my ideal results, but my skin is much clearer than it used to be and he’s been instrumental in this. He sometimes suggests more expensive options sometimes, like microdermabrasion, fairly early — just tell him no if you aren’t able to afford it. He’ll work on something you can afford. The products his office sells are pretty pricy but last a long time.

Dr. Afsahi is a very kind and caring physician. He takes as much time as you need and he is extremely knowledgeable. No question is too small for him to answer.
He is well worth the drive and definitely worth the wait.

This office is in a beige building. If you are heading West on Walnut you’ll see «DERMATOLOGY» on the East side of the building while driving, hard to miss. The office itself is on the first floor.
I’ve never seen Afashi but there is another doctor here by the name of Dr. Ngo who I’ve seen a couple of times already. It’s an Asian woman but I like her a lot for her knowledge and no nonsense diagnosis. Since I take my appointments during my lunch break I appreciate her getting me and and out quickly. Others might want the attention and bed side manners of a doctor but not me. Just tell me whats wrong and fix it, thanks. Also, the staff is also very friendly and never fail to greet me with a smile.
I decided to get my acne treated and Dr. Ngo prescribed an exterior cream and pills for me to take. After about 6 – 8 weeks I noticed a significant reduction in my breakouts. I have been on the meds for about 8 months now and I hardly ever get pimples anymore. She prescribed two name brand drugs but gave me coupon cards to reduce my co-​pay. I actually pay LESS after coupon then with paying for the generics. Yeah, my insurance company might hate me for a bottle of 30 count pills that retail for $ 550 that I need every two months (which I only pay $ 20 out of pocket after coupon) but I’ve paid thousands into my insurance and never had a doctor/​hospital visit until seeing a dermatologist.
I have a PPO plan through United Health Care and this place is in their network so my co-​pay here is only $ 20 per visit. I think not requiring a referral if you’re in an HMO is worth the premium I have to pay by going with a PPO.
Vince Afsahi, MD’s Score — 98 Points