Dr. Derek Walter Nickerson, MD
Dermatology physician, Encinitas, CA
Coastal Skin and Eye InstituteDr. Nickerson is a board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon who treats skin cancer.
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About Dr. Nickerson
Dr. Nickerson is a board-certified dermatologist and a Mohs micrographic surgeon who trained in a fellowship. His work centers on removing skin cancer and doing complex surgical reconstruction. He earned his MD from New York Medical College in 2016 and did an internal medicine internship at the University of California at Irvine School of Medicine in 2017.
He finished his dermatology residency at the Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine in 2020 and a fellowship in micrographic surgery and dermatologic oncology there in 2021. Coastal Skin & Eye Institute announced him as a new team member in October 2023.
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The practice offers cosmetic dermatology services such as Botox, dermal fillers, chemical peels, Clear and Brilliant and EmSculpt body sculpting.
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Patient reviews
Awesome!
"Guided me in choosing the best treatment option."
Amazing!
"Enlightened me about my condition."
Positive experience!
"Has warm bedside manner! The attention to detail made it a truly positive experience!"
I love Dr. Nickerson
"Always going the extra mile to ensure that I felt comfortable and informed every step of the way :))"
Questions patients ask
Does Dr. Nickerson take insurance?
Coastal Skin & Eye Institute accepts most major health insurance plans. Patients must verify network status with their plan.
Is Dr. Nickerson board certified?
Yes, Dr. Nickerson is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology (2020) and in Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery (2021).
Where did Dr. Nickerson train?
Dr. Nickerson earned his MD at New York Medical College and completed his dermatology residency and a micrographic surgery fellowship at the Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine.
Where is Dr. Nickerson's office?
Dr. Nickerson practices at Coastal Skin & Eye Institute.
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