Annie Chiu, MD

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Annie Chiu , MD

The Derm Institute

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Dr. Annie Chiu, Board-Certified Dermatologist and founder of The Derm Institute, welcomes you to a Boutique Style Cosmetic Dermatology practice; where we believe that healthy, beautiful skin is attainable for every patient. Our philosophy is rooted in building every patient’s confidence through both your appearance and skin health in a unique customized wellness journey.

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Procedures Performed

  •   BOTOX
  •   Collagen
  •   Cosmetic Toxins
  •   Injectable Fillers
  •   Skin: Intense Pulsed Light (IPL)

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About the Practice

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Annie Chiu, MD

Serving the greater Los Angeles area including Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, Redondo Beach and Palos Verdes, our friendly and compassionate team is committed to delivering superior service and results in an intimate and relaxing setting. Here at The Derm Institute we are dedicated to superior personalized skin and body rejuvenation, injectables, and skin health. At our practice, Dr. Chiu personally consults with every patient, providing only customized physician-quality care and the highest expertise.

Surgeon Description

Dr. Annie Chiu is a Board-Certified Dermatologist in Manhattan Beach who received her Medical Degree from Stanford University. She obtained her Bachelors of Science from UC Berkeley, where she graduated with top honors and was a University Medal finalist. She completed her Dermatology residency at Emory University. Prior to opening her private practice in Redondo Beach, California, Dr. Chiu practiced at Cedars-Sinai Medical Group and was also Director of Dermatology at the Murad Inclusive Health Medical Group. She is currently on the Dermatology staff of Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.

Certifications and Accreditations

Memberships and Affiliations
  • 2018-current Co-Chair, Social Media Workgroup, American Society of Dermatologic Surgery • 2018 Chair, Product and Service Development Workgroup, American Society of Dermatologic Surgery • 2017-current Member, Industry Relations Advisory Council, American Society of Dermatologic Surgery • 2017-current Member, Social Media Work Group, American Society of Dermatologic Surgery • 2016-2019 Member, Public Education Committee, American Academy of Dermatology • 2015-2018 Member, Dermatology World Editorial Work Group, American Academy of Dermatology • 2019 Spokesperson and Consultant, Burt’s Bees • 2017-current Influencer and Consultant, Dove and Unilever • 2017 Spokesperson, Dermalogica • 2018 Consultant and Speaker, Boots Skincare • 2016 Schick and Skintimate, National Expert Spokesperson • 2014 Media Representative Consultant, Equitance Skincare • 2014 Consultant, Tata Harper Skincare • 2013-current Speaker, Consultant, Colorescience • 2013-current Business Interest Task Force, Women’s Dermatologic Society • 2012-current Young Physicians Committee, American Academy of Dermatology • 2012-2016 Fundraising Committee, Women’s Dermatologic Society • 2012-current Consultant, Vichy, USA • 2011-current Consultant, La-Roche Posay, US • 2011 Chair, Play Safe in the Sun Coast to Coast Program : Hermosa Beach Smackfest • 2011 Co-Chair, Play Safe in the Sun LPGA Event at the Kia Classic • 2009-2011 Consultant, University of Inclusive Health • 2009-2010 IDEA Panel, American Academy of Dermatology • 2009-2013 Co-Chair, Young Physicians Task Force, Women’s Dermatologic Society • 2009-2010 Board of Directors, Women’s Dermatologic Society Young Physicians Representative • 2008-2010 Membership Committee, Women’s Dermatologic Society • 2007-current Patient Advocate Task Force, American Academy of Dermatology • 2007-2008 Task Force for Renewal Retreat, Women’s Dermatologic Society • 2006-2008 Legislative Liason, Skin Disease Research Day in Washington DC • 2006-2007 Consultant, Amgen • 2003-2004 California Medical Association Resident Representative • 1999-2003 Stanford University, School of Medicine Admissions Committee
Recognitions and Awards
  • 2017 Real Self Top 25 Most Loved Injector 2015 Elle Magazine: Skin Genius Award 2014 American Academy of Dermatology Early Career Leadership Development 2012 American Academy of Dermatology Young Physician Leader 2009 Women’s Dermatologic Society, Young Physicians’ Representative 2007 Winner of Signature Sponsor Scholarship: Cosmetic Boot Camp 2007 American Academy of Dermatology Leadership Forum, selected participant 2007 Women’s Dermatology Society Academic Research Grant ($6000) 2007 3M Pharmaceuticals Grant for Skin Cancer Screening Project Planning ($6000) 2006, 2007 Resident Advocacy Training Program for Skin Disease Research Day 2006 Society of Investigative Dermatology, Residents’ Retreat (51 residents) 2004 California Medical Association Resident Representative Sponsorship for Annual Legislative Day in Sacramento, California 2001 Asian American Role Model Endowment ($1000) 2000 Stanford University, Stanford Medical Scholars Fellowship ($10,000) 2000 American Academy of Dermatology’s Minority Mentorship Program ($1000) 1997 University of California at Berkeley, University Medal Finalist for leadership and academic ability 1997 Alpha Phi National Founder’s Award for leadership, community involvement, and scholastic distinction 1997 Christine Huber Award for community service and scholastic excellence ($2000) 1994-1997 Dean’s List Honoree, every quarter 1994-1998 Golden Key Honor Society; Pre-medical Honor Society; Order of Omega Honor Society 1994 Edward Kraft Scholarship for outstanding undergraduate accomplishment (top 1% of freshman)

Education and Training

Medical
  • M.D., STANFORD UNIVERSITY, 2003
Residency
  • Dermatology Residency, EMORY UNIVERSITY, 2007
Undergraduate
  • B.S., Summa Cum Laude, UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT BERKELEY, 1997 (GPA: 4.0)

Patient Testimonials

  • Anyone looking for a fantastic dermatologist look no further! I recently contemplated Botox and fillers. As I do not like needles, I researched and talked to many friends who had these procedures. Quite a few recommend Dr. Chiu. I went to see her and was pleasantly surprised by her professional..  Continue Reading >>

  • I highly recommend Dr. Annie Chiu. I went to see three dermatologists before her and none of them were able to properly diagnose my illness. Dr. Chiu did an accurate diagnosis that led me to heal and feel better right away. I thank her from the bottom of my heart...  Continue Reading >>

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