Summary

Dr. Farah Awadalla is a dermatologist who graduated from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) medical school. He completed his residency at Virginia Commonwealth University and pursued fellowship training at Weill Medical College of Cornell University in Houston, Texas, with additional specialized training under Leonard H. Goldberg at Methodist Hospital. Dr. Awadalla speaks English.

Dr. Awadalla practices at Coast Dermatology & Laser Surgery Center in Laguna Beach, California, and maintains hospital privileges at Mission Hospital Laguna Beach. His expertise centers on Mohs micrographic skin surgery, a precise technique for removing skin cancers while preserving healthy tissue. He also provides skin lesion treatment and removal services, along with cryotherapy for various skin conditions. Patients rate him 5.0 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Weill Medical College of Cornell University, Houston, Texas
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

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Laguna Beach , CANew Hyde Park , NYElkhorn , NEDelray Beach , FL
Med School: University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Med School: University of Medicine and Dentistry of NJ- School of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Creighton University School Of Medicine Med School: Rutgers Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Farah Costandi Awadalla

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Colorado
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Connecticut
  • Anthem Blue Cross of California
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Kansas City
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Massachusetts
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Minnesota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Mississippi
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Oklahoma
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Rhode Island
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Tennessee
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Texas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Western New York
  • Blue Shield of Northeastern New York
  • Capital BlueCross
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • Florida Blue - Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Florida
  • Independence Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)

Medical Specialties

Farah Costandi Awadalla has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Farah Costandi Awadalla has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Actinic Keratosis
  • Basal Cell
  • Excision
  • Melanoma
  • Mole
  • Psoriasis
  • Rash
  • Rosacea
  • Skin Biopsy
  • Skin Cancer

Certifications, License, & Education

Farah Costandi Awadalla holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Weill Medical College of Cornell University, Houston, Texas and Leonard H. Goldberg at Methodist Hospital.

Residency

Completed their residency at Virginia Commonwealth University.

Medical School

Graduated from University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and Drexel University.

NPI Number

Farah Costandi Awadalla's NPI number is 1669608790.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Farah Awadalla's office located?
Farah Awadalla's office is located at 31852 Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA, 92651.
Which hospitals is Farah Awadalla affiliated with?
Farah Awadalla is affiliated with MISSION HOSPITAL LAGUNA BEACH.
What languages does Farah Awadalla speak?
Farah Awadalla speaks English.
Does Farah Awadalla accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Farah Awadalla accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Farah Awadalla accepting new patients?
Farah Awadalla is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Farah Awadalla's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

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