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Summary
Dr. Derek Nickerson is a board-certified physician specializing in dermatology and internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from New York Medical College and has been practicing medicine for 10 years. His dual specialty training allows him to provide comprehensive care for both skin conditions and general internal medicine needs.
Dr. Nickerson practices at multiple locations across California, including Encinitas, San Jose, and La Mesa. He is affiliated with several respected medical centers, including MUSC Health Ashley River Tower, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, and Sharp Grossmont Hospital. His clinical expertise focuses on treating skin cancers, including basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas, as well as seborrheic keratosis. He performs specialized procedures such as pathology tests and surgical pathology evaluations to help diagnose and treat various conditions.
Dr. Nickerson practices at multiple locations across California, including Encinitas, San Jose, and La Mesa. He is affiliated with several respected medical centers, including MUSC Health Ashley River Tower, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, and Sharp Grossmont Hospital. His clinical expertise focuses on treating skin cancers, including basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas, as well as seborrheic keratosis. He performs specialized procedures such as pathology tests and surgical pathology evaluations to help diagnose and treat various conditions.
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Quick Facts
- 10 years of experience
- New York Medical College
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Derek Walter Nickerson has 4 locationsCoastal Skin And Eye Institute
477 N El Camino Real Ste C300Encinitas, CA 92024 Tel: (760) 257-5550
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Med School: New York Medical College | Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School | Med School: Brown Medical School | Med School: Rutgers Medical School |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Derek Walter Nickerson has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Derek Walter Nickerson has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
10 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
New York Medical CollegeGraduated in 2016
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