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Dr. David Elbaum, MD

Dr. David Elbaum, MD

Dermatologist
9500 Stockdale Hwy, Ste 101, Bakersfield, CA
Dr. David Elbaum is a board-certified dermatologist who has practiced medical and surgical dermatology for the past 30 years. He received his medical degree from Stanford University and went on to complete his dermatology residency also at Stanford. He is a Phi Beta Kappa recipient from The University of Michigan, where he completed a bachelor’s degree. Prior to joining Lux Dermatology, Dr. Elbaum had a full-time private practice in the San Joaquin Valley. He treated patients of all ages, many of which had complex medical and surgical dermatological diseases. He has presented and written peer reviewed papers in prestigious medical journals and is best known for his papers on retinoids. Dr. Elbaum discovered a syndrome, which he named MAUIE Syndrome, that causes fatal skin cancer. He subsequently discovered the gene responsible for MAUIE Syndrome with colleagues from the Human Genetics Research group at University of Basel, Switzerland. In collaboration with USC Dermatology, he clarified a gene that causes brain tumors and multiple basal cell carcinomas. He has made many contributions to scientific literature. Dr. Elbaum is married with 3 sons. He enjoys a multitude of sports, including hiking and tennis. He spends his free time studying genealogy, with a particular interest in onomastics (the study of the history and origin of proper names, especially personal names). He has co-authored academic and peer reviewed papers in genealogy.
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Average wait time

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Bedside manner

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About Dr. David Elbaum

Dr. David Elbaum is a board-certified dermatologist who has practiced medical and surgical dermatology for the past 30 years. He received his medical degree from Stanford University and went on to complete his dermatology residency also at Stanford. He is a Phi Beta Kappa recipient from The University of Michigan, where he completed a bachelor’s degree. Prior to joining Lux Dermatology, Dr. Elbaum had a full-time private practice in the San Joaquin Valley. He treated patients of all ages, many of which had complex medical and surgical dermatological diseases. He has presented and written peer reviewed papers in prestigious medical journals and is best known for his papers on retinoids. Dr. Elbaum discovered a syndrome, which he named MAUIE Syndrome, that causes fatal skin cancer. He subsequently discovered the gene responsible for MAUIE Syndrome with colleagues from the Human Genetics Research group at University of Basel, Switzerland. In collaboration with USC Dermatology, he clarified a gene that causes brain tumors and multiple basal cell carcinomas. He has made many contributions to scientific literature. Dr. Elbaum is married with 3 sons. He enjoys a multitude of sports, including hiking and tennis. He spends his free time studying genealogy, with a particular interest in onomastics (the study of the history and origin of proper names, especially personal names). He has co-authored academic and peer reviewed papers in genealogy.

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Acute skin infection
Benign or precancerous skin growths
Removal of cancerous skin growth
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Acute skin infection
Benign or precancerous skin growths
Removal of cancerous skin growth
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Lux Dermatology Bakersfield
9500 Stockdale Hwy, Ste 101, Bakersfield, CA 93311
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Board certifications

  • American Board of Dermatology

Education and training

  • Medical School - Stanford University School Medicine, Doctor of Medicine

Professional memberships

  • American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
  • American Academy of Dermatology

Awards and publications

  • James B. Angell Scholar
  • Max H. Crutchson Memorial Award
  • University of Michigan Regant Scholarship
  • Publish in AAD: Ichthyosis Variegata: A New Name for a Neglected Disease
  • Discovered a syndrome, which he named MAUIE Syndrome

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1982777835

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5.00
Wait time
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Bedside manner
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Dr. David Elbaum is certified by American Board of Dermatology.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. David Elbaum?

Dr. David Elbaum frequently sees patients for Acne, Allergy Consultation, Annual Skin Screening, Dermatology Consultation, and Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI). You can see other visit reasons for Dr. David Elbaum on their profile.

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Dr. David Elbaum speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. David Elbaum in reviews?

8 patients have reviewed Dr. David Elbaum. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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