17271 Brookhurst St, Fountain Valley, CA 92708

First OC Dermatology

About Us

  • Portrait of Dr. Tien Nguyen, MD, FAAD, in a brown suit and tie

    Tien Nguyen

    MD, FAAD

    Dr. Tien Nguyen, is a board certified dermatologist and nationally recognized educator and pioneer in the skin care industry. Dr. Tien Nguyen, is a nationally recognized educator and pioneer in the skin care industry. He has over 30 years of dermatology (skin) experience and is considered the local Orange County expert on all things skin related. Dr. Nguyen is frequently requested to give educational lectures to other dermatologists and physicians on the newest therapies for skin diseases. First starting his training at

    • clinical trials
  • Dr. Vivian Laquer is a local board certified dermatologist from University of California – Irvine Dermatology. Dr. Vivian Laquer is a local dermatologist from University of California – Irvine Dermatology. After graduating from Columbia University Medical School, in New York, Dr. Laquer wanted to return to her Orange County roots and serve her local community. Upon returning to California, Dr. Laquer continued her medical training at the University of California Los Angeles for her preliminary internship in internal

    • psoriasis
  • Portrait of Dr. Brent Martin, MD, FAAD, smiling in a dark suit and tie

    Brent Martin

    MD, FAAD

    Dr. Brent Martin is an Orange County native, board-certified dermatologist and Mohs surgeon. He practices dermatologic surgery, cosmetic surgery, medical dermatology and treats venous disease.

    • Mohs surgery
    • dermatologic surgery
    • cosmetic surgery
  • Dr. Samantha Tran is a board-certified dermatologist specializing in medical, pediatric, and surgical dermatology. Born and raised in Orange County, she received her undergraduate degree at University of California, Irvine and her Doctor of Medicine degree at Western Michigan University Homer Stryker School of Medicine in Kalamazoo Michigan. She then completed both her internship in Internal Medicine and Dermatology residency at Southern Illinois University in Springfield Illinois.

    • surgical dermatology
  • Andrea Nguyen has over 15 years of experience working in dermatology and is passionate about helping people with skin disorders. Having trouble with acne during college helped Andrea realize the physical and emotional importance of having healthy, radiant, clear skin.

    • laser therapy
    • Botox
    • skin cancer surgery
  • Meet Melanie Anderson, PA-C, a board-certified physician assistant bringing nearly 8 years of invaluable experience to the field of dermatology. A native of Orange County, Melanie obtained her undergraduate degree from the University of Arizona before pursuing her master's degree at Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona, California. Her passion for dermatology has only grown throughout years spent in the field.

    • eczema
    • psoriasis
    • acne
  • Teresa Nguyen, PA-C is a dedicated physician assistant specializing in medical dermatology.

    • medical dermatology
    • acne
    • eczema
  • Jason Huling, PA-C is a board-certified Physician Assistant. He earned his Masters degree from Loma Linda University in Loma Linda, California.

    • Eczema
    • acne
  • David Sanchez, PA-C is a Dermatology Physician Assistant with a passion for skincare and patient well-being. With extensive training at the prominent Drexel University, David provides comprehensive dermatological care, specializing in diagnosing and treating various skin conditions.

    • acne
    • skin cancer screenings
  • Grace Nakamura, PA-C is a board-certified physician assistant specializing in both medical and cosmetic dermatology. She earned her Master’s degree from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science in 2021, where she completed advanced clinical training with a focus in medical and Mohs dermatology in Chicago, Illinois.

    • acne
    • psoriasis
    • microneedling
  • Lien Nguyen, PA-C, is a board-certified Physician Assistant with a background in research. She earned her undergraduate degree from the University of California: San Diego, where she first discovered her passion for research through laboratory work in developmental biology. After graduation, she pursued clinical research to deepen her commitment to evidence-based medicine, before transitioning into direct patient care.

    • clinical trials
  • Kacie Kline Condon is a board-certified Dermatology Physician Assistant. She was born and raised in Newport Beach, CA. Kacie attended the University of Southern California, where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Health Promotion & Disease Prevention. After graduating, Kacie worked at the Skin Cancer and Reconstructive Surgery Center, developing her passion for dermatology and surgery. She earned a Masters of Medical Sciences in Physician Assistant Studies at Midwestern University, graduating summa cum laude. During her clinical training, Kacie specialized in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. She is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, the California Dermatology Physician Assistant Society, and the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants.

    • cosmetic dermatology

With over 30 years of experience, we are committed to providing excellent care to patients wanting beautiful skin.

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Tien Q Nguyen MD, FAAD

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Vivian Laquer MD, FAAD

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Brent Martin MD, FAAD

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Andrea Nguyen PA-C, MS

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Dr. Samantha Tran MD, FAAD

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Melanie Anderson PA-C

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Teresa Nguyen PA-C

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Jason Huling PA-C

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David Sanchez PA-C

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Grace Nakamura PA-C

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Lien Nguyen PA-C

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Kacie Kline Condon PA-C

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Our Staff

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Events

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Our work family inspires us to continue to care for others like they are an extension of our own

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Discussing skin issues for TV interviews and lectures to other medical professionals

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Dr. Nguyen with the mayor & councilmen of the city of Fountain Valley

Annual Free Skin Fair

Our clinicians strongly feel we should give back to the community and help those in need. First OC Dermatology & Ageless Beauty Center Affiliates are committed to charity and donates it’s time, services and expertise annually to those in need.

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