Mehdi Farshchian, MD, PhD
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Mehdi Farshchian, MD, PhD

  • Dermatology
Average rating: 5.0
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2020 Santa Monica Dermatology |
2020 Santa Monica Boulevard, Suite 510 Santa Monica, CA 90404

About

Dr. Mehdi Farshchian is a board-certified dermatologist and Assistant Professor at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA in Santa Monica. He earned his medical degree from Hamedan University of Medical Sciences and completed his dermatology residency at Wayne State University, Michigan. Prior to his residency, Dr. Farshchian obtained a PhD in experimental and clinical dermatology at the University of Turku in Finland, where his research focused on identifying new biomarkers for the growth and invasion of squamous cell carcinoma of the skin.

After completing his PhD, Dr. Farshchian undertook a fellowship at a renowned dermatology research center at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, where he worked on developing innovative therapeutic treatments for squamous cell carcinoma in patients with Epidermolysis Bullosa, a severe blistering skin condition.

Throughout his residency, Dr. Farshchian continued his research endeavors, publishing more than 50 articles in top peer-reviewed journals, including the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. His research contributions have been recognized with several prestigious awards.

As the Director of the Contact Dermatitis Clinic at UCLA Dermatology, he is actively involved in the education of medical students and dermatology residents at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. In 2024, Dr. Farshchian was honored with the Teacher of the Year Award by UCLA dermatology residents, recognizing his dedication and passion for teaching.

Languages

English, Finnish, Farsi

Education

Medical Board Certification

Dermatology, American Board of Dermatology, 2022

Fellowship

Research fellow in Dermatology, Thomas Jefferson University, 2018

Residency

Dermatology, Wayne State University, 2022

Internship

Internal Medicine, Nassau University Medical Center, 2019

Degrees

PhD, University of Turku, 2016
MD, Hamedan University of Medical Sciences, 2008

Recognitions

  • Teaching Award, Division of Dermatology, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, 2024

Locations

Hospital Affiliations

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center

Areas of Focus

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Centivo
  • Cigna
  • First Health
  • Health Net of California
  • Interplan (part of HealthSmart)
  • Medicare Advantage
  • MultiPlan
  • UFCM Health System
  • Prime Health Services
  • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • TRICARE
  • UnitedHealthcare

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Recognitions

  • Teaching Award, Division of Dermatology, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, 2024

Reviews

Overall rating: 5.0
Star ratings are displayed only for those physicians who participate in UCLA Health’s patient experience survey program and have received a minimum of 30 survey responses.
448 total ratings | 317 reviews
5.0
Friendly, professional, empathetic, excellent listener, answered all questions and concerns, explained everything. Top notch staff, from check in person, to nurse to MD. I was well taken care of and I'm grateful.
5.0
Dr. Farshchian is such a kind and caring doctor. He never seems rushed even as busy as he is, and I really appreciate his thoughtfulness.
5.0
Excellent
5.0
Very clear , persianable
5.0
DR F is absolutely focused when he is with his patients. He conveys the sense that he can identify, prescribe and manage any dermatology issue that arises. He makes an effort to be personable and smiling - and never fails to offer a word of encouragement before moving on to the next patient.