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Andrew Kaufman, MD, FACP, FAAD

Board-Certified Dermatologist Board-Certified Mohs Surgeon Fellowship-Trained Mohs Surgeon
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Dr. Andrew J. Kaufman specializes in Mohs Surgery and Dermatologic Surgery and is the Medical Director of The Center for Dermatology Care in Thousand Oaks, California, serving the needs of patients from the Conejo Valley to as far away as Santa Barbara and Santa Ynez to Calabasas and West Hills. Dr. Kaufman is double board-certified and is one of an elite minority that has completed a fellowship in Mohs and Dermatologic Surgery. His practice is limited to Mohs surgery, reconstructive surgery, and cosmetic surgery.

Dr. Kaufman received his medical degree at the University of California at Los Angeles School of Medicine. After medical school he completed a residency in Internal Medicine at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles and became board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Upon completion of his internal medicine training he completed a residency in Dermatology at the University of California at Los Angeles. He is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology and is one of a small group of specialists with board certification in two specialties. Dr. Kaufman was invited to complete a fellowship in Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Surgery at the University of California at San Francisco under the direction of Drs. Roy Grekin and Richard Glogau.

Dr. Kaufman is the Medical Director of The Center for Dermatology Care in Thousand Oaks, California (now known as Forefont Dermatology) and is Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine (Dermatology) at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. He is a fellow of the American College of Mohs Surgery and was elected to the Board of Directors of that prestigious organization. Dr. Kaufman was also nominated and elected as a Fellow of the American College of Physicians, an honor reserved for physicians dedicated to ongoing individual service and contributions to the practice of medicine.

As a recognized expert in Mohs surgery and reconstructive surgery, Dr. Kaufman is the author of numerous publications on facial reconstruction following skin cancer surgery and is a frequently invited speaker at international meetings on that subject as well as topics related to skin cancer and cosmetic surgery. He has lectured at many international, national and regional meetings with presentations to such organizations as the American Academy of Dermatology, American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, American College of Mohs Surgery, International Congress of Dermatology, Hellenic Society of Plastic Reconstructive Aesthetic Surgery, and American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.

Dr. Kaufman is the author of numerous articles and book chapters on Mohs micrographic surgery and facial reconstruction. He is a consultant reviewer of the scientific publication Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology and consultant reviewer and contributing editor of Dermatologic Surgery. He has been interviewed for articles that have appeared in many publications, including The Wall Street JournalLos Angeles TimesSkin Cancer Foundation JournalEsquireHealthFamily CirclePreventionLadies Home JournalShapeSelfCosmopolitan and Vogue.

Dr. Kaufman is a member of many medical organizations including the American College of Mohs Surgery, American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, American Academy of Dermatology, American College of Physicians, American Medical Association, California Medical Association, International Society for Hair Restoration Surgery, and Masters Dermatology Association.

Medical Degree
University of California at Los Angeles School of Medicine

Internal Medicine Residency
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles

Dermatology Residency
University of California at Los Angeles

Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Surgery Fellowship
University of California at San Francisco

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Forefront Dermatology clinic exterior in Thousand Oaks, CA
Forefront Dermatology

267 W Hillcrest Dr
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360

(805) 497-1694

Medical dermatology

Skin cancer treatment

Cosmetic dermatology

Plastic surgery

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What Dr. Kaufman's patients have to say:

Google Reviews • Forefront

So happy so far with Dr Kaufman and his team! I just had my Mohs surgery today and they were amazing! Couldn’t have had a better experience!

Google Reviews • Forefront

Excellent Mohs surgeon. Surgery on my nose. Very satisfied! Would highly recommend

Google Reviews • Forefront

The staff at this office is very polite and efficient. Dr. Kaufman is an expert at what he does in my opinion. Today was quick and I was clear after one procedure. I would recommend Dr. Kaufman to anyone needing a MOHS procedure. My thanks to Dr. Kaufman and his staff.

Google Reviews • Forefront

Staff and doctor made the surgery easier. They were friendly and knowledgeable

Google Reviews • Forefront

Excellent knowledgeable went well

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loved his dtaff

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Friendly. Efficient. Good communications

Google Reviews • Forefront

Pleasant experience with staff and Doctor. Took time to explain procedures to a nervous patient. Everybody makes you feel comfortable.

Google Reviews • Forefront

As always this is an exceptional team. Dr Kaufman is great, very detailed, he explained the procedure steps and all follow up care thoroughly. The team is also patient, kind and helpful. They all made the experience as easy as possible.

Google Reviews • Forefront

Very nice staff. Everything was explained very well by Dr Kaufman. I highly recommend this practice to

Google Reviews • Forefront

Everything went smoothly and office is really quiet, which was what I needed.

Google Reviews • Forefront

The staff was courteous and professional. My procedure went off without a hitch, on time, no fuss no muss.

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Everything was great. The staff was accommodating and friendly. Dr. Kaufman was so efficient and professional and I’m sure he was really cute under that mask. ha ha. My only criticism Is that I wasn’t prepared for how bad my incision and head hurt the rest of the day. I could’ve used a little help but ended up being OK by the end of the day. Thank you, Dr. Kaufman and thank you, Office staff.

Google Reviews • Forefront

Dr. Kaufman is a credit to his profession. His skills as a surgeon and bedside manner are outstanding. Nurses and office staff are knowledgeable, efficient, professional and courteous.

Google Reviews • Forefront

Very informative and professional. Surgery was on time

Google Reviews • Forefront

Everything went smoothly. Dr Kaufman does excellent work.

Google Reviews • Forefront

DOCTOR Kaufman is a amazing doctor. He paid such attention to a very difficult Moe's Surgery. He is amazing doctor and Very good at making me feel very comfortable in a long procedure. His staff is professional and very accommodating. I would highly recommend Doctor Kaufman to anyone.

Google Reviews • Forefront

Dr Kaufman is an exceptional surgeon! No pain and explains treatment's throughly. A true professional.

Google Reviews • Forefront

Dr Kaufman is always very kind and professional. I thought trust his services and judgement for my treatments. Would absolutely recommend this center.

Google Reviews • Forefront

Excellent well run office. Staff well trained and provide excellent care. Dr Kaufman is extremely Professional and gives his patients great care and explains everything he is doing.