Dr. Sanusi Umar, MD
Dermatologist
819 N Harbor Drive, Suite 400, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
At a glance
4.83 stars (6 reviews)
97% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 21 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, UnitedHealthcare Oxford, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from University of Maiduguri
Works at Fine Touch Dermatology
4.83
6 reviews
Bedside manner
4.6
Wait time
4.8
Recent reviews
My impression is that Dr. Umar if very knowledgeable about dermatology. His office staff seemed slightly unorganized as they did not realize I had an appointment scheduled. I appreciate that the Dr. was still able to see me. And although the appointment seemed slightly rushed, I feel confident that his treatment will work.
February 4, 2013Initials hidden
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In-network insurances
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
UnitedHealthcare Oxford
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Popular visit reasons
Acne
Annual Skin Screening
Botox Treatment
Dermatology Consultation
Hair Loss
Rash
Spider Vein Treatment
Varicose Vein(s)
Acne
Annual Skin Screening
Botox Treatment
Dermatology Consultation
More about Dr. Sanusi Umar, MD
Dr. Sanusi Umar is certified by the American Board of Dermatology and the American Board of Internal Medicine. He also completed a fellowship training in cosmetic surgery under the direction of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery. As a pioneer in hair transplant surgery, he is widely published in his field, appearing in respected journals such as the Journal of Dermatology and General Medicine, and he gives presentations at national and international conferences.
A native of Nigeria, Dr. Umar trained as a surgeon at the UniMaid College of Medical Sciences. He left his practice as a surgeon there after four years to expand his knowledge of medicine in the United States. Dr. Umar completed his first residency training in Internal Medicine at the Nassau University Medical Center in East Meadow, New York. There, his work and research in the field of infectious disease was recognized with a first place award from the Long Island Infectious Diseases fellows’ competition, and he was invited to present at the 1998 International AIDS conference in Geneva, Switzerland. He was again honored to chair a session at the International AIDS conference in Durban South Africa in July 2000.
A fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, Dr. Umar is also on faculty at the Harbor-UCLA Dermatology Department, where he combines teaching with cutting-edge research. He is a pioneer in the field of single follicle extraction, a technique where individual units of hair are transplanted from anywhere on the body to the head and reverse hair loss. He is widely published in his field, and often presents at national and international conferences.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - University of Maiduguri
Nassau University Medical Center, Residency in Internal Medicine
Martin Luther King Jr. Multi-Service Ambulatory Care Center, Residency in Dermatology
Practice
Fine Touch Dermatology
Certifications
American Board of Dermatology
American Board of Internal Medicine
Professional memberships
American Society of Dermatology
American Academy of Dermatology
American Medical Association
Awards and publications
Umar S: The Transplanted Hairline. Leg Room for Improvement: Arch Dermatol. 2012;148(2):239-242.
Umar S: Hair Transplantation in patients with inadequate donor supply using nonhead hair: Report of 3 cases. Annals of Plastic October 2011;67(4):332-335,
Eremia S, Umar SH, Li CY: Prevention of temporal alopecia following rhytidectomy: The prophylactic use of minoxidil. A study of 60 patients. Dermtologic Surg. 2002;28:66-74
Eremia S, Li CY, Umar SH, Newman Nathan, Laser hair removal: Long term results with a 755nm alexandrite laser. Dermatol Surg 2001. 27(11):920-24
Umar SH, Kanth A: Disseminated cutaneous Herpes Simplex Virus-1 with interstitial pneumonia as a first presentation of AIDS. J Nat Med Assoc 1999;91:471-4.
Eremia S, Li C, Umar S: A side by side comparative study of 1064nm Nd:Yag, 810nm Diode and 755nm Alexandrite lasers for treatment of 0.3-3mm leg veins. Dermatologic Surg 2002;28:224-230
Umar SH, Kanth A: Disseminated cutaneous Herpes Simplex Virus-1 with interstitial pneumonia as a first presentation of AIDS. J Nat Med Assoc 1999;91:471-4.
Umar SH, A. P. Kelly: Exfoliative dermatitis (Erythroderma). E medicine Journal 2001;2(7):HTTP://www.emedicine.com/derm/topic142.htm
1st Prize Award: Long Island Inf. Dis. Society Annual Research Competition. 1998.
1st Prize Award: Nassau County Medical Center Annual Research Competition. 1998.
“Outstanding house officer of the month” 2/1996. Dept of medicine Nassau county medical ctr. State University of New York at Stony Brook, East Meadow, New York.
Mobil Scholar (Dean’s Selection): UniMaid College of Medicine. 1986-90 Page 4 of 4 4. Mobil Scholar (Dean’s Selection): UniMaid College of Medicine. 1986-90 Page 4 of 4 4. Mobil Scholar (Dean’s Selection): UniMaid College of Medicine. 1986-90 Page 4 of 4 4. Mobil Scholar (Dean’s Selection): UniMaid College of Medicine. 1986-90 Page 4 of 4
Background
Languages spoken
English
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1982797593
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Patient reviews
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Overall rating
4.83
Wait time
4.80
Bedside manner
4.60
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I felt no pain. the doctor and office staff made me feel very comfortable
More than 1 year agoSG
Dr. Listens very well to my problems and knows exactly how to treat it.
More than 1 year agoAT
My impression is that Dr. Umar if very knowledgeable about dermatology. His office staff seemed slightly unorganized as they did not realize I had an appointment scheduled. I appreciate that the Dr. was still able to see me. And although the appointment seemed slightly rushed, I feel confident that his treatment will work.
February 4, 2013Initials hidden
Dr hands were very light did not feel anything
More than 1 year agoFYE
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September 26, 2012Lujin B.Verified patient
What practice does Dr. Sanusi Umar work with?
Dr. Sanusi Umar works with Fine Touch Dermatology.
Where is Dr. Sanusi Umar's office located?
Dr. Sanusi Umar's office is located at 819 N Harbor Drive, Redondo Beach, CA 90277.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sanusi Umar have?
Dr. Sanusi Umar is certified by American Board of Dermatology and American Board of Internal Medicine.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Sanusi Umar?
Dr. Sanusi Umar frequently sees patients for Acne, Annual Skin Screening, Dermatology Consultation, Hair Loss, and Rash. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Sanusi Umar on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Sanusi Umar speak?
Dr. Sanusi Umar speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Sanusi Umar in reviews?
6 patients have reviewed Dr. Sanusi Umar. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.83/5. They have a 4.6/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.8/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.