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PEDIATRIC/ADOLESCENT DERMATOLOGY AND ADULT DERMATOLOGY

Welcome to Comprehensive Dermatology Group. We are the first private practice in San Diego County with Board Certified Pediatric and Adult Dermatology. We are committed to comprehensive dermatologic care starting in infancy, childhood through adulthood and continuing through the golden years.

We represent full service board-certified dermatologic care…under one roof.

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PEDIATRIC/ADOLESCENT DERMATOLOGY AND ADULT DERMATOLOGY

Welcome to Comprehensive Dermatology Group. We are the first private practice in San Diego County with Board Certified Pediatric and Adult Dermatology. We are committed to comprehensive dermatologic care starting in infancy, childhood through adulthood and continuing through the golden years.

We represent full service board-certified dermatologic care…under one roof.

Schedule an Appointment

ABOUT US

We are committed to excellence in dermatology and have been recognized locally, nationally and internationally for our expertise and commitment to delivering quality dermatologic care in a personal manner.

The providers strive to provide excellent care in a humane, compassionate and personalized manner. They enjoy the lifelong relationship that develops with patients, and feel that it is an honor to care for multiple generations in a family. Our providers specialize in the detection and treatment of skin cancer. They offer the most advanced surgical techniques, such a Mohs microscopic surgery for the treatment of aggressive skin cancers.

Drs Cunningham and Gigler have been recognized by their peers and been awarded the “Top Doctors” award by San Diego Magazine 2007 – 2023. Drs Stirling and Wisniewski were recognized in 2022-2023 and Dr Carter was recognized in 2023. The physicians have received numerous other awards for their exemplary care including Best Cosmetic Dermatologist Ranch and Coast magazine, Best Doctors in America, etc.

ABOUT US

We are committed to excellence in dermatology and have been recognized locally, nationally and internationally for our expertise and commitment to delivering quality dermatologic care in a personal manner.

The providers strive to provide excellent care in a humane, compassionate and personalized manner. They enjoy the lifelong relationship that develops with patients, and feel that it is an honor to care for multiple generations in a family. Our providers specialize in the detection and treatment of skin cancer. They offer the most advanced surgical techniques, such a Mohs microscopic surgery for the treatment of aggressive skin cancers.

Drs Cunningham and Gigler have been recognized by their peers and been awarded the “Top Doctors” award by San Diego Magazine 2007 – 2023.

Drs Stirling and Wisniewski were recognized in 2022-2023 and Dr Carter was recognized in 2023. The physicians have received numerous other awards for their exemplary care including Best Cosmetic Dermatologist Ranch and Coast magazine, Best Doctors in America, etc.

PEDIATRIC DERMATOLOGY

We understand that skin conditions are unique to children and that children are not “little adults.” The treatments used for adults are not always the best options for children. Dr Cunningham is uniquely qualified to care for your child having spent over 10 years as a Pediatric Dermatologist at University of California San Diego and Children’s Hospital and Health Center San Diego.

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VBEAM TREATMENT

CO-FOUNDERS: DR. GIGLER
& DR. CUNNINGHAM

Founded in 2008 by Drs Gigler and Cunningham, Comprehensive Dermatology Group has become the premier dermatology practice in north county San Diego.

Drs Gigler and Cunningham share a passion for excellence in medical care and value the close, often personal, connections that form between the doctor and patient. Compassion, empathy and kindness drive their approach to their practices. Both founders Cunningham and Gigler come from families defined by generations of physicians. Comprehensive Dermatology Group is physician-owned, physician-led and patient-centered. They strive to create a warm, personalized and professional environment where patients feel comfortable receiving medical attention for their skin in all of life's stages.

MEET OUR TEAM OF DOCTORS

Bari Cunningham MD

Bari Cunningham MD is a nationally recognized dermatologist who is one of only several hundred physicians in the nation who is double board certified in Dermatology and Pediatric Dermatology. She completed her residency training at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

Bari Cunningham MD is a nationally recognized dermatologist who is one of only several hundred physicians in the nation who is double board certified in Dermatology and Pediatric Dermatology. Bari Cunningham MD earned her medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, where she graduated Cum Laude. Her postgraduate training included a Residency in Dermatology at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine where she served as chief resident in Dermatology. She was the first recipient of the Johnson and Johnson Fellowship in Pediatric Dermatology and completed her fellowship training in pediatric dermatology at the Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago (formerly known as Children’s Memorial Hospital) and Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.  Her clinical interests include surgical and laser treatment of birthmarks. She served as Director of Pediatric Dermatologic Surgery and Laser Therapy at Rady Children’s Hospital and University of California San Diego for over a decade until co-founding Comprehensive Dermatology Group in 2008. She is the author of over 60 professional publications and routinely reviews numerous peer reviewed medical journals, and lectures internationally. Bari Cunningham MD is the 2010 recipient of the volunteerism in Dermatology award by the American Academy of Dermatology for her humanitarian/medical work in Central America.

Dr Cunningham has been recognized for her dedication to excellent and compassionate care of her patients. She is the recipient of numerous local and national awards including: “Best Doctors” in America in 2002-2020. “Physician Recognition Award” from UCSD Dermatology 2008 and “Best Dermatologists in the Country” by the Consumers’ Research Council of America. Locally, she has been awarded the “Top Doctors” honor by San Diego Magazine in 2007 – 2023.  Dr. Cunningham has the unique distinction of being the only pediatric dermatologist to receive this top honor in 2020.

Dr Cunningham is only accepting new pediatric patients.

Vishakha Gigler MD

Vishakha Gigler M.D. is double board certified in Dermatology and Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery. She completed her dermatology residency at UC Irvine.

Vishakha Gigler, M.D. is double board certified in Dermatology and Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery. She enjoys practicing medical, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology, including Mohs micrographic surgery.

Dr. Gigler graduated as a member of the phi beta kappa honor society from UC San Diego.  She completed her medical school training at UC San Diego and her dermatology residency at UC Irvine.

Dr. Gigler had served as president of the San Diego Society for Dermatologic Surgery. She is also the founding dermatologist for the San Diego Esthetician Society. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery. She is a fellow of the American Society for Mohs Surgery.

Dr. Gigler prides herself in delivering the highest level of medical care. Patients describe her as being thorough and caring. Dr. Gigler has been recognized as a “Top Doctor” in San Diego Magazine 14 times every year from 2007-2023. The honor is distinct, because it is voted on by physicians throughout San Diego County.

Lisa Stirling MD

Lisa Stirling MD is a board certified dermatology with expertise in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. She completed her dermatology residency at the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine.

Lisa Stirling MD is a board certified dermatology with expertise in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. She has more than 10 years’ experience in clinical dermatology and 4 years’ experience in tele-dermatology. She enjoys caring for patients with complex skin conditions and uses multiple treatment modalities, including topical regimens, light therapy, laser, systemic medications, and biologics. She is specialized in treating patients with skin cancer, including melanoma. Lisa Stirling MD believes in compassionate care and a patient centered treatment approach, including life style strategies to improve outcomes and focusing on overall wellness.

Lisa Stirling MD earned her undergraduate degree in biology at St. Ben’s University in Minnesota, graduating with the distinction summa cum laude. She received her medical degree at the University of Minnesota Minneapolis and was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha National Medical Honor Society. During medical school, she traveled to the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden to expand her knowledge of dermatology. She completed her dermatology residency at the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine. She earned a grant from the Women’s Dermatologic Society for preceptorships in pediatric dermatology and she was awarded with the top research award during residency. She has presented at medical conferences and is published in several peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Stirling is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology. She volunteers for the Skin Cancer Foundation, providing free skin cancer screenings for uninsured and underserved individuals. She is a military wife and in her free time enjoys trail running, reading, and caring for her two boys.

Lisa Stirling MD has been recognized for her outstanding and personalized care of their patients. She has been awarded the prestigious Top Doctors award from San Diego Magazine for 2022 – 2023 as selected by San Diego doctors as those they would select to care of their own family members.

Joy Wisniewski MD

Joy Wisniewski MD is double board certified in Dermatology and Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery who completed her residency training at Tulane University. She has expertise in medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology.

Joy Wisniewski MD is double board certified in Dermatology and Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery. She has expertise in medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology. She also holds a certification in Integrative Dermatology. She grew up in North County San Diego and received her honors Bachelor of Science degree at UCLA. While at UCLA, she worked in a melanoma lab and became interested in dermatology. She then spent eight years in New Orleans, Louisiana, earning her Medical Degree and continued her training at Tulane University, School of Medicine as an Internal Medicine Intern and then a Dermatology Resident. As a medical student, she was at the top of her medical school class and was elected into the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society along with receiving the Gold Humanism in Medicine Award. In her last year of Dermatology Residency, she was chosen to serve as Chief Cosmetic Resident. She organized numerous trainings in Botulinum toxin injections and a variety of fillers and laser treatments.

After residency, Joy Wisniewski MD worked at a private dermatology practice in San Diego until 2016.

Joy Wisniewski MD is additionally a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, and the Women’s Dermatologic Society. She enjoys all facets of dermatology, with special interests in Skin Cancer, Vulvar Dermatology, and Cosmetic Dermatology.

Outside of work, Joy Wisniewski MD enjoys yoga, cooking, and spending time with her husband and kids. She speaks Spanish.

Joy Wisniewski MD has been recognized for her outstanding and personalized care of their patients. She has been awarded the prestigious Top Doctors award from San Diego Magazine for 2022 – 2023 as selected by San Diego doctors as those they would select to care of their own family members.

Natasha Carter MD

Natasha Carter, MD PhD is a board certified Dermatologist who completed her residency training in dermatology at The University of California San Diego.

Natasha Carter, MD PhD is a board certified Dermatologist who completed her residency training in dermatology at The University of California San Diego. Prior to coming to San Diego, she graduated from medical school at Oregon Health and Science University in Portland, Oregon and she completed her PhD in immunology at Oxford University in the UK. She trained in a cancer immunotherapy lab and takes a special interest is using the immune system to fight cancers in the skin. Given her background in immunology, Dr. Carter also specializes in treating immune-mediated skin diseases such as psoriasis, eczema and rare blistering diseases. Natasha Carter MD is an active member of the American Academy of Dermatologist and the Society for Investigative Dermatology. She has been awarded the “Top Doctors” honor by San Diego Magazine in 2023.

Natasha Carter MD has a long track record of community service. She is a Volunteer Assistant Professor at UCSD where she teaches the dermatology residents every week and occasionally gives lectures to the medical students and internal medicine residents. She also works at a community clinic where she cares for uninsured, underinsured, homeless, immigrants and other underserved community members.

Natasha Carter MD came to San Diego with her husband in 2015. They both fell in love with the community here and decided to stay to raise their two young children. They enjoy exploring the city, beaches, and parks together as a family.

Elizabeth Cooper MD

Elizabeth Cooper MD is board certified in dermatology. She completed her residency training in dermatology at the University of Texas in Austin, TX.

Elizabeth Cooper MD is board certified in dermatology. She completed her residency training in dermatology at the University of Texas in Austin, TX. She grew up in Louisiana, and she graduated summa cum laude from Louisiana State University with a major in mathematics and minors in biology and dance. She then attended medical school in New Orleans, Louisiana, at LSU School of Medicine, where she was top of her medical school class and was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society. She also received the Gold Humanism in Medicine Award while in medical school. During dermatology residency in Austin, TX, Elizabeth Cooper MD was chosen to serve as Resident Cosmetic Clinic Director and Resident Wellness Director, and in her final year she served as Chief Resident. Elizabeth Cooper MD is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, and the Women’s Dermatologic Society. She has special interests in skin cancer, hair loss, hidradenitis suppurativa, and cosmetics with a special focus in laser therapy, but enjoys all aspects of dermatology.

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PROCEDURES WE OFFER

TESTIMONIALS

This group of doctors is amazing. After visiting two other doctors who prescribed medication that made my rash worse, I saw Dr. Gigler and staff. They helped me. My rash is gone and they were very thorough in explaining what happened and why they choose the specific treatment. Thanks!!

SO

Love, love LOVE Comprehensive Derm. Every doctor is the best - thorough, careful and conscientious. Have been going to them for 10 years and they are diligent with my skin checks. Thank you!

EW

I have been coming here for well over a decade and love every Dr. I have seen. They are careful, thorough and kind. And most importantly experts in their field. They found a melanoma I didn’t know I had. Thank god for the early removal.

RM

My son (5 months) was referred to see Dr. Cunningham for a cyst on his ear. Our experience was very positive and I can't be more pleased with the level of genuine care Dr. Cunningham and her team (Darcy & Samantha) provided to my baby during our visits. She is thorough, professional, and compassionate. I highly recommend Dr. Cunningham for any pediatric dermatology needs!

RT

Took me back right at 8am and Dr. Stirling is amazing! She really wants to give you your best result and had great recommendations. Friendly staff and beautiful new building.

AS

My wife and I were referred to Dr. Cunningham at Comprehensive Dermatology to help treat a skin condition our daughter had (born 8 weeks premature). I do not have the words to express how helpful, kind, and truly in-depth Dr. Cunningham has been throughout the past several months of care. We always get called back with any questions we have and the office has been extremely helpful throughout the entire process.

MG

This practice was recommended to me by my esthetician when I expressed dissatisfaction with the dermatologist who I had seen off and on for years...she stopped seeing patients in the office near my house. The office was cozy...the office staff was nice....I didn't have to wait beyond my appointment time.All this was very satisfying. I was impressed with Dr Elizabeth Cooper who is knowledgeable, sweet, and kind. I was given an unexpected and scary diagnosis about the rash on my arm. Despite the type of lymphoma I have being eminently treatable... cancer is a four letter word. I felt very supported in my concerns and this will now be my permanent dermatology practice

DF

I love this office so much! 5 stars just don't seem to be enough. From the moment you walk into the office the staff are friendly and helpful. Dr. Stirling is the best and so helpful and calm. Thank you! My daughter see's Dr.Cunningham and said "I would give her 5 stars too!"

MP

Dr. Gigler is very knowledgeable and really takes the time to explain your condition (if any) and give you options. She's not preachy about sun exposure, she just educates and encourages sunscreen protection for your benefit. She's wonderful as is her staff

LS

I have been to both the pediatric and adult practices here at comprehensive dermatology. Dr. Stirling and Dr. Cunningham are amazing kind intelligent physicians, and their staff is outstanding. So glad I found them!
I was diagnosed with a basal cell on my forehead that needed to be removed by way of a surgical procedure called Mohs. The surgery was just last week with Dr. Stirling. I didn't feel nervous been apparently I was because I fainted during the procedure. I came to and was surrounded by the most caring, comforting and helpful Team. Dr. Stirling and the nurses that worked with me were so professional, nurturing and informative. It was by far the best experience I have had in a medical setting, even though it was for an unpleasant reason. The sutures came out today and I'm healing nicely. I highly recommend Comprehensive Derm and will gladly make the trek to see them when necessary. Thank you for taking care of me!

SB

Dr Joy is the best dermatologist I have ever been to! She really knows her field and has great people skills. I have total confidence in her.

CD

I was referred to Dr. Carter by my regular Doctor. My first (and only so far) appt. was timely and pleasant. Dr. Carter was warm and comprehensive in explaining my skin situation. I also did not feel gauged in terms of the cost.

SP

I'm very particular about doctors. I've been seeing Dr. Gigler for 10+ years. She is an incredible Doctor, very knowledgeable and professional. Just as important though, she is an amazing, kind, and caring human being. Also important is her office staff. They are professional and kind as well. I had to change insurance companies, and dreaded it because that meant she no longer took my insurance. I refused to see anyone else, and now pay out of pocket....that's how wonderful I think she is!

SC

Highly recommend Dr Carter 🙂

SO

LATEST NEWS

What's New
August 7, 2023

Wow! All 5 Dermatologists at Comprehensive Dermatology Group awarded the Physician of Exceptional Excellence award!

We are overwhelmed with gratitude as the only Dermatology practice in San Diego to have all 5 of our practicing dermatologists named "Top Doctors" by San Diego County Medical Society.…
What's New
August 1, 2022

It’s Nice to Be Noticed!

We are honored and pleased to announce that Drs Cunningham, Gigler, Stirling and Wisniewski have been recognized for their outstanding and personalized care of their patients. They have been awarded…
What's New
January 7, 2022

Dr. Cunningham video on NBC NEWS

For Kids With 'XP' Skin Condition, Sun Is Worst Enemy Early, intense freckling is one of the signs that a child may have xeroderma pigmentosum, an incurable genetic disorder with…
What's New
December 14, 2021

Congratulations to Drs Vishakha Gigler and Joy Wisniewski

Congratulations to Drs Vishakha Gigler and Joy Wisniewski for being double board certified in Dermatology and Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery!! They are part of the first inaugural class of board certified…