Biography: Jonathan A. Baron, M.D. is a Board Certified Dermatologist and Dermatologic Surgeon, specializing in skin cancer surgery. He is a member of the SCARS Center’s team of surgeons, working to educate, diagnose and treat patients in Orange County.

In addition to his work at the SCARS Center, Dr. Baron operates a private practice, is a member of the Melanoma Program at St. Joseph Hospital, and is a clinical faculty member at University of California, Irvine in the Department of Dermatology.

Specialty: Dermatology, Skin Cancer, & Mohs Surgery

Interests: While Dr. Baron treats many other conditions, his main focus at the SCARS Center is to provide patients with impeccable surgical results in the course of their skin cancer treatment. He has years of training and experience in Mohs Micrographic Surgery, a highly successful technique which allows the physician to preserve patient's skin in sensitive areas of the head and neck, such as the eyelids, ears, nose and mouth.

Board Certification: American Board of Dermatology

Accomplishments: Dr. Baron is a member of several notable medical organizations, including

• American Academy of Dermatology
• American Society of Mohs Surgeons
• Orange County Dermatology Society

Medical School: University of Arizona- Internal Medicine, 1999 - 2000 

Residency: University of Arizona - Dermatology Residency, 2000 - 2003

Research: Dr. Baron has been published in the American Journal of Dermatopathology, The American Journal of Cardiology and in online medical textbooks.