Vishakha Gigler, MD
Dr. Vishakha Gigler is a board certified dermatologist. She enjoys practicing medical, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology, including Mohs micrographic surgery.
Dr. Gigler graduated from the University of California, San Diego with phi beta kappa and magna cum laude honors. She attended the University of California, San Diego for medical school, finishing at the top of her class. Dr. Gigler completed her dermatology residency at the University of California, Irvine in 2004. She has been in private practice in Encinitas, California, since 2004.
Dr. Gigler had served as president of the San Diego Society for Dermatologic Surgery and is the founding dermatologist for the San Diego Esthetician Society. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, American Society for Dermatologic Surgery and American Society for Mohs Surgery.
Dr. Gigler was recognized as a “Top Doctor” by her colleagues in 2007-2014 in San Diego Magazine.
Skin Care Posts by Dr. Gigler
Safe in the Sun
“Wear a beach cover-up when headed for an all-day outing in the sun. I actually love the sun shirts that have SPF woven into the fabric.” – Dr. Vishakha Gigler
Expert Opinion
“The basic difference between a cream and a lotion is that cream is thicker. This allows for better emollition and hydration.” – Dr. Vishakha Gigler