Lawrence Kaminsky, Md

3838 California St RM 610

California Skin Institute (CSI) began as a solo dermatologic surgery practice in Mountain View, California, growing into the largest dermatology and plastic surgery private practice medical group in California. As CSI grows, our number one priority is you. Committed to excellence in patient care, CSI offers one of the most state-of-the-art comprehensive skin-based services in the USA for dermatology & plastic surgery by utilizing the latest medical technology and practices. Our providers include: – Francis Hsiao, MD, PhD – Lawrence Kaminsky, MD – Jennifer Sorrell, MD – Nikki Melet, PA-C

Dr. Francis Hsiao is a board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon who helps patients achieve healthy, confident skin through personalized, comprehensive care. He specializes in skin cancer screening and treatment, Mohs surgery, cosmetic dermatology, laser treatments, and reconstructive procedures. Whether you're seeking medical treatment, surgical care, or cosmetic enhancements, Dr. Hsiao’s goal is for every patient to love how their skin looks and feels. He emphasizes a holistic, tailored approach—combining advanced techniques with lifestyle-based recommendations to help you look and feel your best. Dr. Hsiao trained at Cornell, Harvard, and Tufts, and completed his fellowship at Boston University. He is fluent in C

3838 California St RM 610

Dr. Peter Chansky is a board-certified Dermatologist and fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology. He specializes in medical, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology.

Dr. Emma Taylor is a board-certified dermatologist and dermatopathologist dedicated to helping patients manage a wide range of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, psoriasis, and skin cancer, in San Francisco, CA. With advanced training in both clinical dermatology and dermatopathology, she provides thorough diagnosis and personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique skin health needs. Dr. Taylor completed her dermatology residency and dermatopathology fellowship at UCLA and graduated with highest distinction from the Keck School of Medicine at USC. She is also the co-founder and CEO of Naked Biome, where she leads innovative research in microbiome-based skincare therapies to improve outcomes for common skin diseases.

3838 California St RM 610

Dr. Manber completed residencies at Stanford and Harvard, respectively, in Dermatology and Internal Medicine. She practices general and cosmetic dermatology, and serves as Associate Clinical Professor of Dermatology at University of California, San Francisco, and is Chief of the Division of Dermatology at the California Pacific Medical Center. Additionally, Dr. Manber enjoys consulting in industry for new upcoming treatments in both medical and aesthetic areas of dermatology. Dr. Manber has received awards for patient care, including Best Doctors by her peer physicians and Best Dermatologist in the Bay Area by the SF Baylist/SF Chronicle.