Center For Dermatology Cosmetic and Laser Surgery

What Center For Dermatology Cosmetic and Laser Surgery does

Center For Dermatology Cosmetic and Laser Surgery is a private, single-specialty dermatology group practice operating two offices in Fremont and Milpitas, California, and owned by PhyNet Dermatology LLC. Founded approximately four decades ago, it is one of the longest established and largest dermatology practices in Northern California, serving Bay Area residents across medical, cosmetic, and laser dermatology. The clinical team comprises board-certified dermatologists (on Stanford Medical School teaching faculty), registered nurses, physician assistants, and licensed aestheticians.

The practice operates a multi-modality dermatology platform. Medical dermatology covers acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, vitiligo, warts, hair loss, and skin cancer screening/treatment including Mohs micrographic surgery. Cosmetic dermatology spans Botox, Daxxify, hyaluronic-acid dermal fillers, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, Hydrafacial, dermaplaning, and laser resurfacing (Pixel 8, ICON, Fraxel, Micro Laser Peel, ProFractional). Laser dermatology is anchored by Vbeam pulsed dye, XTRAC 308nm excimer, Alexandrite (ClearScan ALX / Lutronic Clarity), Sciton SkinTyte, and TheraClearX photopneumatic systems. Adjacent lines include a CTR4Derm clinical trials division and retail of medical-grade skincare brands (SkinCeuticals, Zo Skin Health, SkinBetter, Elta MD, Defenage, Neocutis, Jan Marini, Colorscience, Nutrafol) via the MyDermSpot e-commerce storefront and in-office dispensary.

Revenue is generated through four streams: insurance-reimbursed medical visits and procedures, self-pay cosmetic procedures collected at time of service, retail margins on medical-grade skincare (online and in-office), and clinical research sponsor fees via CTR4Derm. Patient acquisition is sales-led and direct, combining online booking through a healow-powered patient portal, phone scheduling, physician referrals, and community outreach (annual free skin cancer screenings with Washington Hospital Healthcare System under the AAD National Screening Program). Self-pay conversion is supported by PatientFi (0% interest up to 24 months) and Cherry payment-plan partnerships.

Name

Center For Dermatology Cosmetic and Laser Surgery

Legal name

Center For Dermatology Cosmetic And Laser Surgery

Website

https://centerforderm.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1980

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Center For Dermatology Cosmetic and Laser Surgery is a private, PhyNet-owned Bay Area dermatology practice with two offices (Fremont and Milpitas) delivering medical, cosmetic, and laser dermatology, plus a clinical research arm (CTR4Derm) and medical-grade skincare retail.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Dermatology Services

NAICS

Hair, Nail, and Skin Care Services (81211), Other Personal Care Services (81219)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011)

akta.pro primary industry

General & Medical Dermatology (HLAKACAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Laser & Energy-Based Dermatology (HLAKACAF), Procedural Dermatology (Office-Based Surgery) (HLAKACAG), Medical-Grade / Clinical Facials (Dermatology & Med Spa) (HSALADAN), Dermocosmetics & Medical-Grade Skincare (CRABAAAF)

Keywords

• Medical dermatology services
• Cosmetic dermatology treatments
• Laser dermatology procedures
• Skin cancer screening
• Mohs micrographic surgery

Headquarters

HQ city

Fremont

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Medical Dermatology Services: Office visits and procedures covered by insurance for medical dermatology conditions including acne, psoriasis, eczema, skin cancer screening and treatment, Mohs surgery, and other medical skin conditions.
2. Cosmetic Dermatology Services: Self-pay cosmetic procedures including Botox, dermal fillers, chemical peels, laser treatments, and other aesthetic services. Patients pay at time of service.
3. Skincare Products: Retail of medical-grade skincare products including Zo Skin Health, SkinCeuticals, SkinBetter, Elta MD, Defenage, Neocutis, Jan Marini, ColorScience, Nutrafol, and prescription products through MyDermSpot online store and in-office.
4. Clinical Research: Clinical trials division (ctr4derm.com) conducting trials for acne, psoriasis, eczema, excessive sweating, precancerous growths, toenail fungus, and other conditions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Center For Dermatology Cosmetic and Laser Surgery is a board-certified dermatology practice delivering medical, cosmetic, and laser dermatology services from two Bay Area offices in Fremont and Milpitas, California. Services span skin cancer screening and treatment (including Mohs micrographic surgery), acne, eczema, psoriasis, vitiligo, and rosacea management, alongside cosmetic injectables (Botox, Daxxify, dermal fillers), laser resurfacing, laser hair removal, Hydrafacial, chemical peels, and aesthetician services. The practice also retails medical-grade skincare brands and conducts clinical research through its CTR4Derm division.

Product overview

Center for Dermatology Cosmetic and Laser Surgery is a comprehensive dermatology practice offering medical, cosmetic, and laser dermatology services. The practice operates as a single-location healthcare provider with two offices in Fremont and Milpitas, California. Medical services include treatment for acne, eczema, psoriasis, skin cancer, and Mohs micrographic surgery. Cosmetic offerings encompass injectables (Botox, Daxxify, dermal fillers), skin rejuvenation treatments (chemical peels, microdermabrasion, laser resurfacing using Pixel 8/ICON/Fraxel, micro laser peel, ProFractional), Hydrafacial, and aesthetician services. Laser dermatology includes VBEAM, XTRAC Excimer Laser, Alexandrite Laser, and TheraClearX for acne therapy. The practice also offers prescription products (Latisse, Upneeq, Tretinoin) and retails medical-grade skincare brands including SkinCeuticals, SkinBetter, Zo Skin Health, Elta MD, Defenage, Neocutis, Nutrafol, Colorscience, and Jan Marini. Clinical research trials are conducted in partnership with ctr4derm.com.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CTR4Derm: Clinical research division conducting clinical trials for dermatology conditions including acne, psoriasis, eczema, excessive sweating, precancerous growths, and fungal infections.

Products and services

• Medical Dermatology Services
• Cosmetic Dermatology Services
• Laser Dermatology Services
• Aesthetician Services
• Botox
• Daxxify
• Dermal Fillers
• Hydrafacial
• Chemical Peels
• Microdermabrasion
• Laser Resurfacing
• Micro Laser Peel
• ProFractional
• VBEAM Pulse Dye Laser Treatment
• XTRAC Excimer Laser Treatment
• Laser Hair Removal (Alexandrite / ClearScan ALX / Lutronic Clarity)
• TheraClearX Acne Therapy
• Mohs Micrographic Surgery
• Latisse
• Upneeq
• Tretinoin
• Clinical Research / CTR4Derm Clinical Trials
• Skin Care Evaluation
• Skin Cancer Screening
• PRX Treatment (No-Needle Skin Revitalization by WiQo)
• SkinCeuticals
• SkinBetter
• Zo Skin Health
• Elta MD
• Defenage Skincare
• Neocutis
• Nutrafol
• Colorscience
• Jan Marini Skin Care

Quantifiable outcome

• XTRAC laser clinical study: 94% of patients achieved ≥50% clearance, 49% achieved ≥95% clearance for scalp psoriasis
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• Washington Hospital Healthcare SystemcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 April 2025Long-standing partnership for annual free skin cancer screening initiatives. Washington Hospital organizes and runs screening events at Center for Dermatology. Over 40 patients screened in April 2025 and 36 in April 2026. Part of American Academy of Dermatology National Free Skin Cancer Screening program.
• American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)coreOthersCenter participates in AAD National Free Skin Cancer Screening Program. Practice providers volunteer for community skin cancer screenings under AAD initiative.
• PatientFisupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFinancing partner providing flexible payment options for patients. Offers 0% interest financing for up to 24 months with no credit score impact. Patients apply online and if approved can begin treatment immediately.
• CherrysupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPayment plans partner offering simple, flexible payment options. Apply in seconds, instant decision, 0% APR options available with no hidden fees and no credit score impact for checking.
• HealthMark GroupsupportingImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerMedical records request management partner. Patients submit record requests electronically through HealthMark's Request Manager platform for faster processing (within 8 business hours).

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Berman Skin Institute: Multi-office Northern California dermatology and cosmetic surgery practice offering medical, surgical (Mohs), and cosmetic dermatology with advanced laser platforms. Most directly comparable peer given overlapping Bay Area footprint, similar service mix, and multi-location operating model.
• California Dermatology Specialists: California-based practice offering medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology including Mohs surgery, injectables, and laser treatments. Comparable in service scope and California-focused patient base.
• Golden State Dermatology: California-focused dermatology network providing medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology across multiple offices. Comparable as a California-headquartered multi-specialty dermatology group with similar physician-owned, multi-site model.

Broad incumbents

• US Dermatology Partners: One of the largest dermatology practice networks in the U.S., offering medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology across hundreds of locations. Comparable at the multi-specialty service model and physician-aggregation platform level.
• PhyNet Dermatology LLC: Parent company and dermatology-focused practice management platform that owns Center For Dermatology. Operates a broader national network of dermatology practices, providing scale, back-office, and procurement leverage that the subject company benefits from as a portfolio asset.
• Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery: Large national dermatology group providing medical, Mohs, and cosmetic services across numerous locations. Comparable as a multi-specialty dermatology network with similar service breadth.
• Schweiger Dermatology Group: Northeast-based large dermatology group offering medical, surgical, and cosmetic services. Comparable at the multi-location physician-led dermatology platform level, though geographically distinct.

Emerging players

• LaserAway: National chain of med-spas offering laser hair removal, injectables, and skin rejuvenation. Comparable on the cosmetic/laser service side, though operating under a chain retail model rather than a physician-led medical dermatology practice.

Regional players

• Palo Alto Medical Foundation (Sutter Health Dermatology): Bay Area integrated health system with dermatology services including medical and cosmetic care. Comparable as a Bay Area provider offering similar dermatology services within a larger healthcare network.
• Kaiser Permanente Dermatology (Northern California): Integrated health plan/provider with a large Northern California dermatology footprint offering medical and select cosmetic services. Comparable as a regional Bay Area dermatology provider, though constrained by Kaiser membership model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/centerforderm
• Facebookfacebook.com/CenterForDermCosmeticAndLaserSurgery
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/center-for-dermatology-cosmetic-and-laser-surgery

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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