Michael O. Nguyen, MD, PhD
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Michael O. Nguyen, MD, PhD

  • Dermatology
Average rating: 5.0
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UCLA Health Santa Monica Dermatology |
2020 Santa Monica Boulevard, Suite 570 Santa Monica, CA 90404

About

Dr. Michael O. Nguyen is a board-certified dermatologist at UCLA Health who treats skin cancer, acne, eczema, psoriasis, and other skin conditions, including those related to cancer treatment.

Dr. Nguyen earned his MD from Harvard Medical School. He completed his dermatology residency at the University of California, Irvine and his intern year at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City. He received his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in biology from Stanford University and his PhD in biochemistry from the University of Oxford as a Fulbright-Clarendon Scholar.

Dr. Nguyen is an Assistant Clinical Professor and Director of Medical Student Education at UCLA Dermatology. He teaches medical students and dermatology residents and was named UCLA Dermatology Teacher of the Year for 2025–2026. He has published in medical and scientific journals and presented at national and international conferences.

A proud Los Angeles native, Dr. Nguyen grew up in the San Gabriel Valley and was the first person in his family to graduate from college. Outside of work, he enjoys traveling and following Los Angeles sports teams.

Dr. Nguyen is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology (FAAD).

Languages

English

Education

Medical Board Certification

Dermatology, American Board of Dermatology, 2022

Residency

Dermatology, University of California, Irvine School of Medicine, 2022

Internship

Transitional Year Intern, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, 2019

Degrees

MD, Harvard Medical School, 2018
PhD, University of Oxford, 2014

Recognitions

  • UCLA Dermatology Teacher of the Year, 2025–2026

Locations

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Santa Monica

Santa Monica Dermatology

Dermatology| Pediatric Dermatology| Laser Surgery and Cosmetic Dermatology
UCLA Health Encino
San Fernando Valley

Encino Specialty Care

Cardiology| Cardiac Imaging| Allergy and Immunology
+9 more specialties

Hospital Affiliations

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center

Research

Publications

Selected Publications:

  1. Nguyen MO, Nguyen HT, and Asgari MM. Toward the use of precision medicine in predicting cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma risk among solid organ transplant recipients. British Journal of Dermatology. 2017, Oct; 177(4): 901-902. PMID: 29052902.
  2. Nguyen MO, Watson AJ, Joyce C, and Buzney EA. Long-term use of home narrowband ultraviolet B phototherapy demonstrates high patient satisfaction, compliance, and low rates of adverse effects: A survey study. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. 2020, Jul; 83(1): 267-269. PMID: 32199896.
  3. Brody G, Nguyen MO, Rojek NW, and Lee BA. A unique case of IgG4-related skin disease and sclerosing cholangitis in a patient with previous hepatitis exposure. JAAD Case Reports. 2021, Sep; 15: 52-55. PMID: 34401431.
  4. Belzer A, Nguyen MO, Talsania A, Haldas J, Smith J, and Leventhal JS. Spectrum of dermatologic adverse events associated with amivantamab use. JAMA Dermatology. 2023, Jan; 159(1): 109-111. PMID: 36416832.
  5. Poppens M, Lee K, Nguyen MO. Pigmented vulvar basal cell carcinoma in a Hispanic patient treated with Mohs micrographic surgery. International Journal of Women's Dermatology. 2023, Dec; 1;9(4):e121. PMID: 38074838.
  6. Noveir S, Tarabay J, Davis J, Nguyen MO. Lymphoepithelioma-like carcinoma of the skin treated by Mohs micrographic surgery. JAAD Case Reports. 2024, May 16:49:110-112. PMID: 38952856.
  7. Yan MJ, Wongvibulsin S, McKenzie S, Smart CN, Nguyen MO. Cutaneous metastases of alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma in a young adult. JAAD Case Reports. 2025 Sep 26. PMID: 41216298.
  8. Modanlo N, Cheng K, Nguyen MO, Truong A. Biologic therapies for dermatologic emergencies: A comprehensive review. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. 2025 Oct 17. PMID: 41110721.
  9. Johnsen NA, Carlisle R, Baghoomian W, Pierce JL, Nguyen MO. A novel case of acute localized and generalized exanthematous pustulosis following IL-2 analogue injection amplified by immune checkpoint inhibition. JAAD Case Reports. 2025, Oct 27. PMID: 41362852.
  10. Boyd G, Terrell J, Nguyen MO. Aggressive squamous cell carcinoma in a transplant recipient. SKIN The Journal of Cutaneous Medicine. 2025, Nov; 9.6: 2799-2802.

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

  • UCLA Dermatology Teacher of the Year, 2025–2026

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.
513 total ratings | 329 reviews
5.0
Awesome experience!
5.0
He had insight into our mother's condition and was able to recommend an effective but also compassionate course of treatment.
5.0
Very professional, and took his time to make sure we went over everything
5.0
Great experience with a doctor I highly respect.
5.0
Dr. Nguyen is an excellent professional and put my mind at ease with his evaluation on an issue I was having. I���ve found a doctor that goes the extra mile in caring for his patients and I am very satisfied about it. Also, the staff at UCLA- Encino are extremely helpful and efficient.