San Diego County's First Dual Board-Certified Dermatology Practice

Expert Skin Care
for Every Age,
Every Stage of Life

Six award-winning, board-certified dermatologists providing comprehensive care — from your child's first visit to lifelong adult dermatology — all under one roof in Encinitas.

All 6 Physicians Named Top Doctors — San Diego County Medical Society
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Board certification Certification Medical Society
All 6
Top Doctors
Named
2008
Founded in
Encinitas
1st
Dual-Certified
Private Practice
60+
Professional
Publications
UCSD
Health Physician
Network
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Generations of
Family Care
Why Families Choose Us

Recognized. Trusted. Unmatched.

San Diego's only dermatology practice where every physician has earned the highest peer recognition available.

All 6 Physicians: Top Doctors

The only dermatology practice in San Diego County where every practicing physician has earned the Physician of Exceptional Excellence award — voted by fellow physicians for those they'd trust with their own families.

San Diego's First Dual-Certified Practice

The first private practice in San Diego County to offer Board Certified Pediatric and Adult Dermatology under one roof — comprehensive care for every member of your family.

Nationally Recognized Physicians

Our physicians hold honors including Best Doctors in America, Best Cosmetic Dermatologist (Ranch & Coast), and nearly two decades of consecutive Top Doctors recognition.

Physician-Owned, Patient-Centered

Founded by physicians who answer to patients — not corporate shareholders. Every decision is guided by what is best for your health and your experience.

UC San Diego Health Network

Affiliated with UC San Diego Health, bringing you the trust and resources of a world-class academic medical institution at a personal, private-practice level.

Caring for Generations

We are honored to care for multiple generations within the same families — building relationships rooted in trust, compassion, and decades of shared history.

Our Distinction

What Sets Us Apart

From the nation's most rigorous board certifications to an unbroken record of peer recognition, our practice was built on a foundation of clinical excellence and genuine human connection.

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All 6 Physicians Named Top Doctors

Every practicing dermatologist at our group has been recognized as a Physician of Exceptional Excellence by San Diego County Medical Society.

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Board-Certified Pediatric & Adult Dermatology

The first private practice in San Diego County to offer both Board Certified Pediatric and Adult Dermatology, from infancy through the golden years.

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Advanced Mohs Micrographic Surgery

Our double board-certified Mohs surgeon provides the gold standard in skin cancer removal — precise, tissue-sparing, and expertly performed.

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Nationally & Internationally Recognized

Our physicians have earned recognition including Best Doctors in America and Top Doctors honors spanning nearly two decades.

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Physician-Owned & Patient-Centered

Founded and led by physicians, we answer only to our patients. No corporate influence — just compassionate doctors committed to your long-term skin health.

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Part of UC San Diego Health Network

As a member of the UC San Diego Health Physician Network, our patients benefit from the resources of one of California's premier academic medical institutions.

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Multi-Generational Family Relationships

We don't just treat conditions — we build lifelong relationships, often caring for multiple generations within the same family across decades of trust.

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Cosmetic & Laser Excellence

From VBeam laser therapy to advanced cosmetic dermatology, our award-winning team delivers cutting-edge aesthetic results with board-certified precision.

Our Specialties

Comprehensive Care,
Under One Roof

Pediatric dermatology care
Specialty

Pediatric & Adolescent Dermatology

Specialized care tailored to the unique skin biology of children — not an adult approach scaled down. Dr. Cunningham is one of only a few hundred physicians nationwide double board-certified in both Dermatology and Pediatric Dermatology.

Adult Medical Dermatology

Comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of the full spectrum of adult skin conditions using evidence-based approaches including biologics.

Skin Cancer Detection & Treatment

Expert screening and treatment for all forms of skin cancer — including melanoma — with advanced surgical options.

Mohs surgery and advanced dermatology

Mohs Micrographic Surgery

The most precise technique available for aggressive skin cancer removal — performed by a double board-certified Mohs surgeon, minimizing healthy tissue loss while ensuring complete excision.

Cosmetic Dermatology

Award-winning cosmetic services delivered with board-certified precision. Recognized as Best Cosmetic Dermatologist by Ranch and Coast magazine.

Laser & Light Therapy

Advanced treatments including VBeam for vascular lesions, birthmarks, and a wide range of medical and cosmetic skin concerns.

Surgical Dermatology

Skilled surgical treatment with board-certified expertise and meticulous attention to both outcomes and aesthetics.

Complex & Chronic Conditions

Compassionate, multi-modal management including biologics and systemic therapies — always patient-centered.

Co-founders Dr. Gigler and Dr. Cunningham
2008
Founded with a commitment to personalized excellence
Comprehensive Dermatology Group
Our Story

Built on a Legacy of
Physician Excellence

Founded in 2008 by Drs. Vishakha Gigler and Bari Cunningham, Comprehensive Dermatology Group was built on a shared conviction that exceptional medical care should never feel impersonal. Both founders come from families defined by generations of physicians — and that legacy of dedication shapes how every patient is treated.

Today, our six board-certified dermatologists have earned recognition from peers and patients alike. We are the only dermatology practice in San Diego where every practicing physician has been named a Physician of Exceptional Excellence by San Diego County Medical Society — an honor voted on by fellow physicians for those they would trust with their own families.

We believe the greatest privilege in medicine is the lifelong relationship between physician and patient. It is an honor to care for multiple generations within the same family — watching children grow, earning the trust of parents, and continuing that care through every chapter of life.

Affiliations & Recognition

Certification Certification 2 Medical TV
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Our Practice

The Faces of Care

A warm, professional environment where patients feel comfortable receiving care at every stage of life.

Dermatology practice
Patient care
Dermatology team
How It Works

Your Path to Healthier Skin

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Request Your Appointment

Call our Encinitas office or use our scheduling options to connect with the right physician for your specific needs — pediatric, medical, surgical, or cosmetic.

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Comprehensive Skin Evaluation

Your physician takes the time to thoroughly assess your skin, understand your personal and family history, and identify any conditions that need attention.

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Personalized Treatment Plan

You receive a clear, tailored plan drawing from the full range of medical, surgical, laser, and cosmetic options — designed around your health, lifestyle, and goals.

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Expert Treatment & Follow-Through

Our team delivers your care with precision and genuine compassion, staying engaged throughout your treatment to ensure the best possible outcome.

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Lifelong Care for You & Your Family

We build lasting relationships that grow with you — providing continuity of expert dermatologic care at every stage of life, for every generation of your family.

Patient Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. We are the first private practice in San Diego County offering both Board Certified Pediatric and Adult Dermatology. Dr. Cunningham is one of only a few hundred physicians in the nation double board-certified in Dermatology and Pediatric Dermatology, and she specializes in the skin needs of children from infancy through adolescence. Dr. Cunningham is currently accepting new pediatric patients.
Mohs surgery is the most precise technique for treating aggressive or complex skin cancers. It allows the surgeon to remove cancerous tissue layer by layer while sparing as much healthy skin as possible. Dr. Gigler is double board-certified in Dermatology and Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery and performs Mohs surgery at our practice.
Yes. Our providers specialize in the detection and treatment of skin cancer, including melanoma. We offer the most advanced surgical techniques, including Mohs micrographic surgery for aggressive skin cancers, ensuring every patient receives precise, expert care.
We are the only dermatology practice in San Diego where all six practicing dermatologists have been named Top Doctors by San Diego County Medical Society. We are physician-owned, physician-led, and the first private practice in the county to offer both Board Certified Pediatric and Adult Dermatology under one roof.
Yes. We offer a full range of cosmetic dermatology services including laser treatments such as VBeam. Our physicians have been recognized as Best Cosmetic Dermatologist by Ranch and Coast magazine. Cosmetic care at our practice is delivered with the same board-certified precision as our medical and surgical services.
Yes. Comprehensive Dermatology Group is part of the UC San Diego Health Physician Network, connecting our patients to the resources and expertise of one of California's leading academic medical institutions.
We are located at 781 Garden View Court, Suite 201, Encinitas, CA 92024, in north county San Diego. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm. You can reach us at (760) 634-DERM (3376).
Yes. Our physicians are experienced in managing complex and chronic skin conditions using multiple treatment modalities, including topical regimens, light therapy, laser, systemic medications, and biologics — always with a compassionate, patient-centered approach.
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Your Skin Deserves
Award-Winning Care

Join the families who have trusted San Diego's most recognized dermatology team for over 17 years. Board-certified expertise. Genuine compassion. A relationship that lasts a lifetime.

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Our Location
781 Garden View Court, Suite 201
Encinitas, CA 92024
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Phone
(760) 634-DERM (3376) frontdesk@comprehensivederm.com
Office Hours
Monday – Friday
8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Closed Weekends & Holidays