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Dr. Michael Messina, MD

Dermatology* Age 43
Dr. Michael Messina, MD
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Dr. Michael Messina, MD is a Dermatologist in Palm Desert, CA.
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Dr. Michael Messina, MD

Dermatology* Age 43
Palm Desert, CA
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17 years of experience
Dr. Michael Messina, MD is a Dermatologist in Palm Desert, CA.

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Dr. Messina graduated from Northeast Ohio Medical University in 2007 and completed a residency at Loma Linda University.Dr. Michael Messina, MD is a Dermatologist in Palm Desert, CA and has 17 years experience. Dr. Messina currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Eisenhower Medical Center. Dr. Messina has experience treating conditions like Sebaceous Cysts, Seborrheic Dermatitis and Acanthosis Nigricans among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Messina received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 20 times. Dr. Messina's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Messina also speaks Spanish. Dr. Messina is board certified in Dermatology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Sebaceous Cysts
Seborrheic Dermatitis
Acanthosis Nigricans
Sebaceous Cysts
Seborrheic Dermatitis
Acanthosis Nigricans
Sebaceous Cysts
Seborrheic Dermatitis
Acanthosis Nigricans
Diabetes Skin Lesion
Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
Pemphigoid
Actinic Keratosis
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Rash
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Seborrheic Keratosis
Skin Cancer
Vasculitis
Destruction of Benign Skin Lesion
Destruction of Malignant Skin Lesion
Excision of Skin Cancer
Excision of Skin Lesion
Wart Freezing
Alopecia
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Athlete's Foot
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Birthmark
Boil
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Bullous Pemphigoid
Carcinoma in Situ of Skin
Cellulitis
Contact Dermatitis
Dermatitis Due to Drugs
Dermatitis Due to Substances Taken Internally
Dry Skin
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Dyshydrotic Eczema
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Folliculitis
Granuloma of Skin
Hair Loss
Hives
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Intertrigo
Itchy Skin
Jock Itch
Lichen Planus
Lipomas
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Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nail Infection
Psoriasis
Psoriasis Vulgaris
Ringworm
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Rosacea
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Shingles
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Spider Veins
Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Skin
Telogen Effluvium
Varicose Eczema
Varicose Veins
Warts
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Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Excision of Benign Skin Lesion
Mohs Defect Reconstruction Surgery
Shaving of Skin Lesion
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Autoimmune Diseases
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Benign Tumor
Cancer
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Canker Sore
Chemical Sensitivity
Cold Sore
Dermatomyositis
Foot Conditions
Headache
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Keloid Scar
Lupus
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Melanoma
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Onychomycosis
Pemphigus
Plantar Wart
Scars
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Skin Discoloration
Skin Infections
Skin Ulcer
Sun-Damaged Skin
Tinea Versicolor
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Adjacent Tissue Transfer
Chemical Peel
Cosmetic Botox® Injection
Cryosurgery
Dermabrasion
Dermal Filler
Dermatology Procedure
Destruction of Penile Lesion
Earlobe Repair
Excision of Cyst
Excision of Lipoma
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Excisional Biopsy
Juvéderm® Injection
Laser Hair Removal
Melanoma Screening
Mohs Surgery
Mole Evaluation
Photorejuvenation
Restylane® Injections
Skin Tag Removal

Insurance Accepted

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  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Medicare
  • Silver 70 (Pathway X - HMO/ Individual via Exchange)-CA HMO
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield

Locations

  1. 1 Dermatology and Plastic Surgery Specialists
    44311 Monterey Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (760) 773-6616
  2. 2 Office
    72785 Frank Sinatra Dr Ste 101, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (760) 969-5900
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Messina
4.7
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2 Stars (2)
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Dec 06, 2018
Dr. Messina was so flexible with me when I had severe acne and found a way around taking oral acne medications. I’ve been seeing him for 5+ years and my skin has never been better! Thank you so much!
La quinta , CA — Dec 06, 2018
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Dermatology
Pediatric Dermatology
Dermatologic Surgery
Mohs Micrographic Surgery
Procedural Dermatology
Cosmetic Dermatology
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Northeast Ohio Medical University
    2007
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Dermatology and Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Los Angeles County Harbor - UCLA Medical Center
    2008
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Loma Linda University
    2011
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Michael Messina, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Messina's profile.

Dr. Messina frequently treats the following conditions: Sebaceous Cysts, Seborrheic Dermatitis and Acanthosis Nigricans. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Michael Messina, MD is affiliated with Eisenhower Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Michael Messina, MD holds board certification in Dermatology and Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Eisenhower Medical Center

    39000 Bob Hope Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA