Dr. Timothy Jochen founded Contour Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery Center and the specialized Laser Center at Contour Dermatology in 2001 with the mission of helping people maintain a vibrant appearance and feel great about their skin. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology and is trained in the latest techniques in dermatology, cosmetic surgery and hair restoration/transplantation.

Dr. Jochen specializes in Mohs Surgery for skin cancer removal, facial rejuvenation including cosmetic laser technology, Botox® and facial fillers, soft tissue augmentation, leg and facial vein treatment, tumescent liposuction and hair restoration/transplants.

He is currently an Associate Clinical Professor at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles and he has been named "Teacher of the Year" several times.

Dr. Jochen also regularly gives lectures about medical and cosmetic dermatology locally, nationally and internationally.

CREDENTIALS

Medical School

Internal Medicine

Loma Linda University Medical Center, Loma Linda, CA.
SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn, Brooklyn, NY. - Distinction in Research

Residency

Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery

Tulane University Affiliated Hospitals, New Orleans, LA.

Internship

Department of Dermatology, Clinical Research Associate

Tulane University Medical Center, New Orleans, LA.

Licensure

California, Nevada, Louisiana, and Mississippi

Hospital Affiliations

Desert Regional Hospital, Staff Physician, Palm Springs, CA
Eisenhower Medical Center, Staff Physician, Rancho Mirage, CA

Academic Affiliations

University of Southern California, Clinical Professor, Los Angeles, CA 2001-present
University of California San Francisco, Clinical Professor, San Francisco, CA 2000-2000

Professional Memberships

Fellow

• American Academy of Dermatology
• American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
• American Society for Mohs Surgery
• American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery

Member

• American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery
• International Society of Cosmetic laser Surgeons
• American Society for Cosmetic Dermatology and Esthetic Surgery
• International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery
• American Medical Association; California Medical Association