Dr. Shanthi Colaco, MD, Los Angeles, CA

About Dr. Shanthi Colaco

Shanthi Colaço, MD grew up in the beautiful Santa Cruz Mountains in California’s Bay Area. She graduated with honors in molecular and cell biology and a minor in music from the University of California, Berkeley. Dr. Colaço went on to earn her medical degree at the prestigious University of California, San Francisco and completed her dermatology residency at Columbia University Medical Center in New York. Dr. Colaço is a well-respected member of the dermatology community and belongs to several professional organizations including the American Academy of dermatology, Women’s Dermatologic Society, and the Skin of Color Society. She has trained with some of the most reputable and innovative dermatologists and cosmetic surgeons in the country and authored several articles in peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Colaço stays up-to-date with advancements in dermatology to ensure that she offers men and women of all ages the most effective and sophisticated skin treatments available today. She is committed to helping her patients feel comfortable in their own skin, whether it’s getting acne under control, addressing melasma during pregnancy, or treating the signs of aging. In 2015, Dr. Colaço brought her vision to life when she founded ShanthiMD Dermatology in West Los Angeles. When not at the office, Dr. Colaço spends time with her husband and three children and their giant fluffy labradoodle Ozzie. She also enjoys singing, playing the piano and guitar, traveling, cooking, and eating.

Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Benign or precancerous skin growths

Other popular visit reasons

Acne

Allergy Consultation

Annual Skin Screening

Autoimmune Skin Disease

Dermatology Consultation

Pityriasis Rosea

Rash

Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)

Acne

Allergy Consultation

Annual Skin Screening

Autoimmune Skin Disease

Office location

Golden State Dermatology

2990 S Sepulveda Blvd, Ste 300, Los Angeles, CA 90064

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Education and background

Practice names

Golden State Dermatology

Education and training

Medical School - University of California, Berkeley, Doctor of Medicine
Columbia University Irving Medical Center, Residency in Dermatology
University of California, Berkeley (Bachelor's)

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1144482167

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Frequently asked questions

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What practice does Dr. Shanthi Colaco work with?

Dr. Shanthi Colaco works with Golden State Dermatology.

Where is Dr. Shanthi Colaco's office located?

Dr. Shanthi Colaco's office is located at 2990 S Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Shanthi Colaco?

Dr. Shanthi Colaco 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. Shanthi Colaco on their profile.