Our Dermatologists, Greg J. Nelson M.D. and Helen H. Nam M.D. , are Board Certified Dermatologists. They met during their training at the University of Southern California and are married to each other. They have three teenage children. Each of our doctors have areas of special interest and expertise to offer you. Dr. Nelson is fluent in Spanish and Dr. Nam speaks Korean.
Dr. Nelson loves general and pediatric dermatology and is always excited by challenging skin conditions. He worked as a USC assistant clinical instructor and the staff dermatologist at USC University Hospital before going into private practice. He strives to provide personalized service with good value to our patients. In this spirit, all items dispensed from the office are provided virtually at cost. He enjoys surfing on weekends, being with his family, and relaxes by reading dermatology case reports. (really!)
Dr. Nam is a talented Dermatologic surgeon and performs the cutaneous surgeries. She performs Mohʼs Surgery which is optimal for removal of certain skin cancers. She also coordinates closely with Valley Presbyterian Hospital Pathology Department when frozen sections are employed during surgery. Dr. Nam has a refined aesthetic sensibility that she brings to her cosmetic procedures as well. She Injects Botox, Dysport, and various volume enhancing fillers. She also has years of expertise with chemical peels. She utilizes a Q-switched YAG laser for removal of unwanted pigmented spots. She likes to hike with friends, discover new healthy recipes to cook, and endeavors to learn French.
Our Doctors
Dr. Greg J. Nelson, MD
- California State University, Sacramento. Bachelor of Arts 1984.
- UCLA School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine received in 1988 with Honors in Medicine
- UCLA-San Fernando Valley Medicine Internship 1988-1989
- USC Residency in Dermatology, 1989-1992.
- Certified by the American Board of Dermatology
- Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology
Dr. Helen H. Nam, MD
- USC Biomedical Engineering. Bachelor of Sciences 1982
- USC School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine 1982-1986
- LA County- USC Surgical Internship 1987
- LA County-USC Internal Medicine Internship 1988
- LA County-USC Dermatology Residency 1988-1991
- Certified by the American Board of Dermatology
- Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology
- Member of the American Society of Mohs Surgery
Our Team
We are fortunate to have a very dedicated and friendly office staff. Perla and Priscilla will facilitate documenting your medical history and assist in office procedures. Julie is our office manager and medical biller. They have been with our office for years and are committed to addressing your needs throughout the visit.
Julie
Perla
I have been married for 12 years and have two beautiful boys. I love to garden, grow my own vegetables, and raise hens. My remaining time is often spent at the baseball fields.
Priscilla