About Dr. Boris Zaks, MD

A Career in Dermatology

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   UCLA — Age 19

   Dr. Zaks earned his B.S. in Biology from UCLA at age 19, graduating Summa Cum Laude.

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   UCLA School of Medicine

   He continued at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, earning his medical degree and laying the clinical foundation for his career in dermatology.

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   Chief Resident — Charles Drew University

   Dr. Zaks completed his dermatology residency at Charles Drew University of Medicine & Science, where he was selected as Chief Resident.

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   20+ Years in Beverly Hills

   For more than two decades, Dr. Zaks has practiced medical and cosmetic dermatology in Beverly Hills, caring for patients from across Los Angeles.

Practice Philosophy

At Superior Beverly Hills Dermatology Clinic, Inc., every procedure is performed personally by Dr. Zaks — never delegated to rotating assistants. He takes time to explain the technical aspects of each condition, the treatment options, and realistic expectations.

This physician-only model combines advanced treatments — from Vbeam® laser therapy and photodynamic therapy to Botox® Cosmetic and next-generation fillers — with old-fashioned, unhurried attention to every patient.

Credentials

• Board Certified — American Board of Dermatology (since 2002)
• Medical Degree — UCLA School of Medicine
• Chief Resident — Charles Drew University of Medicine & Science
• B.S. Biology — UCLA, Summa Cum Laude (age 19)
• Medical Board of California Expert Reviewer since 2009
• Super Doctors® 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 & 2027 (Southern California)
• "Rock Star Dermatologist" — Glamour Magazine

Awards & Media Features

• Super Doctors® — Southern California, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 & 2027 (five consecutive years)
• "Rock Star Dermatologist" — Glamour Magazine
• "Botox Is King" feature — CEW Beauty Insider, May 2012
• Green Star Pro — Elle Magazine, May 2014
• Featured dermatologist — Cosmopolitan Magazine
• Featured expert — Los Angeles Times
• Featured — Angeleno Magazine and Shop Etc. Magazine

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