Meet Dr. Samireh Z. Said, Orange County Dermatologist

Dr. Samireh Said has spent over 27 years honing her expertise in dermatology, with a particular focus on skin cancer treatment, Mohs Micrographic Surgery, aesthetic dermatology, and general dermatology. Born in Iran and relocating to the U.S. at the age of three, Dr. Said's journey has been one of perseverance, dedication, and a deep passion for helping others.

Dr. Said grew up on the East Coast before moving to Tustin, California, where she eventually pursued her medical education. She earned her undergraduate degree, medical degree, and completed her dermatology residency at the University of California, Irvine. During her training, she also spent time at Yale University for her internship. Early in her career, Dr. Said became a faculty member at UC Irvine, where she trained the next generation of dermatologists. Her commitment to advancing her skills led her to pursue a fellowship in Mohs Micrographic Surgery under the mentorship of Dr. Alastair Carruthers, the inventor of Botox. After completing her fellowship, Dr. Said became the Mohs surgeon for the University of California, San Diego (UCSD). Despite her professional success, she chose to return to her hometown of Tustin to be closer to her family.

In 2004, Dr. Said took over a dermatology practice in Tustin, marking the beginning of her solo practice. Over the years, she has worked in a variety of settings, including private practice, group practices, and academic institutions like UC Irvine and Kaiser Permanente. Through it all, she has remained deeply committed to providing the highest level of care to her patients—many of whom have been with her for nearly three decades.

“I’ve truly done it all,” says Dr. Said. “Running my own practice feels like taking care of my extended family. My office is my home away from home, and every patient I help is a gift. I’m incredibly lucky to do what I love and to have lived the American dream.”

Dr. Said’s passion for dermatology extends beyond patient care. During her residency in 1994, she developed a strong interest in lasers and has been at the forefront of laser technology ever since. Over the years, she has incorporated a wide range of cutting-edge lasers and procedures into her practice to treat various skin concerns, including:

• Skin tightening (Ultherapy)
• Scar treatment (Vbeam Perfecta, Fraxel Dual Laser)
• Pigmentation (Picosure Cynosure Laser)
• Hair removal (Nd:Yag Laser, ideal for darker skin types)
• Wrinkle reduction (Fraxel Dual Laser)
• Nonsurgical facelifts (Ellacor)
• Rosacea and blood vessel treatment (Vbeam Perfecta)
• Tattoo removal (Picosure Cynosure Laser)

Her commitment to staying on the cutting edge of the field is evident in her continuous addition of new technologies and treatments. As a frequent speaker and advisor for numerous companies in the fields of acne, skincare, devices, and injectable treatments like Botox, Dr. Said is recognized as a leader in her field. In her role as a flagship doctor for SkinCeuticals, she also has exclusive access to the latest skincare innovations, giving her patients a unique advantage in achieving the best results possible.

Dr. Said’s approach to dermatology is deeply patient-centered. She believes in treating each person with the utmost care, respect, and attention to their individual needs. Her patients appreciate her warm, empathetic approach and her ability to combine medical expertise with a personal touch. For Dr. Said, every patient is not just a case—they are part of her extended family.