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Dr. Arisa Ortiz, MD, FAAD - Dermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology in San Diego, California

Dr. Arisa Ortiz, MD, FAAD

Dermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology

Dermatology
San Diego, California
NPI: 1659556165· License: A101163 (CA) verify
Graduated 2006(~20 yrs since med school)
Industry payments (2024): $39,586 across 17 payments (what this means)
4.63(101 ratings)

Consultation $100

About

Dr. Arisa Ortiz, MD, FAAD, is a board-certified dermatologist and esteemed laser and cosmetic dermatology expert at UC San Diego Health in San Diego, California. Harvard-trained and president of the ASLMS, Dr. Ortiz offers a comprehensive range of cosmetic and laser treatments, specializing in facial rejuvenation, skin laser surgery, and resurfacing. She has built a world-class cosmetic and laser center and is highly regarded in her field. While pricing information isn't available here, you can contact her office at (858) 657-8322 for details.

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Specialties

  • Dermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology

Procedures & Services

Select a service to schedule an appointment · each is approximately 60 minutes

Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. Arisa Ortiz

Sourced directly from Dr. Arisa Ortiz's social posts and replies.

What skin concerns can Radiesse address in the neck area?
Radiesse can restore firmness, smooth texture, and create a more youthful appearance in the neck.
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What can cause a brow to drop after Botox injections?
Injecting too much Botox into the frontalis muscle, injecting too low on the frontalis, or injecting too high on the glabellar complex can cause the brows to drop.
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What causes a Spock brow after Botox?
A raised 'Spock' look can occur if Botox is not injected laterally enough into the frontalis muscle.
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How does laser hair removal work?
Laser hair removal works through selective photothermalysis, where the laser's light is absorbed by the pigment in the hair shaft. The heat then diffuses to the stem cells, damaging them.
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Why doesn't laser hair removal work on blonde, white, or gray hair?
Laser hair removal is ineffective on white, gray, or blonde hair because the laser cannot detect the hair due to the lack of pigment.
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Why should you avoid plucking or waxing before laser hair removal?
Plucking or waxing right before laser hair removal is not recommended because the laser needs a target (the hair follicle) to be effective.
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What are the benefits of the Halo Laser?
The Halo Laser targets years of sun exposure, reverses sun damage, removes sunspots, refines pores, softens fine lines, and boosts collagen naturally.
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Videos from Dr. Arisa Ortiz

@laser_wizard on TikTok →

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  • Don’t be afraid of filler. Be afraid of bad injectors. Bad injectors don’t know when to tell you…

    10.2K views · Sep 2025 · TikTok ↗

  • Radiesse for loose neck skin!

    1.6K views · Sep 2025 · TikTok ↗

  • Video by Dr. Arisa Ortiz

    648 views · Oct 2025 · TikTok ↗

  • I’m so glad this woman found me and that I was able to help!

    517 views · Jun 2022 · TikTok ↗

  • This is why laser hair removal doesn’t work in blonde, white, or grey hair….

    380 views · Oct 2025 · TikTok ↗

  • Healthy skin isn’t about chasing perfection. It’s about restoring balance. The HALO laser targets…

    56 views · Nov 2025 · TikTok ↗

Technologies & brands Dr. Arisa Ortiz mentions

Devices, implants, injectables and products named in Dr. Arisa Ortiz's own posts and videos. A mention is not an endorsement; ask the office what they currently offer.

LasersHalo · 2Sciton
InjectablesBotox · 2Radiesse

Patient Experience

Dr. Arisa Ortiz Review Summary

4.3
Dr. Ortiz has a stellar 5.0 rating from one patient review. Across other platforms, she maintains a strong reputation with a 4.7 on UCSD Health, 4.3 on Facebook, and 3.9 on Google, averaging out to an overall rating of 4.3.

Ratings from Other Platforms

providers.ucsd.edu

4.7 out of 5

Based on 270 reviews

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facebook.com

4.3 out of 5

Based on 12 reviews

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Google Reviews

3.9 out of 5

Based on 22 reviews

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Dr. Arisa Ortiz, MD, FAAD - Dermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology in San Diego, California

Main Office

8899 University Center Ln, San Diego, California

(858) 657-8322

Book a Service Consultation

Consultation fee: $100

Each service is approximately 60 minutes.

Industry Payments

Federal law (the Physician Payments Sunshine Act) requires drug and medical-device companies to report anything of value they give to a physician — consulting and speaking fees, research funding, travel, royalties, and even meals. Medicare publishes all of it in a public database called Open Payments. We show it here so you don't have to go looking for it.

Total received (2024)

$39,586

Payments

17

Compared to peers

Above average

Dr. Arisa Ortiz received $39,586 across 17 payments in 2024. That is higher than about 89% of the physicians here who received any industry payment. Most of it was categorised as consulting fee, and the largest single payer was ABBVIE INC..

What this means for your care

  • A disclosed payment is a business relationship, not evidence of wrongdoing, and it says nothing on its own about the quality of your care.
  • Most payments are small. Across the physicians listed on NavMDs, the single most common category is food and beverage at industry-sponsored talks.
  • Larger consulting, speaking or royalty payments mean an ongoing financial relationship with a company whose products your doctor may use or recommend. That is worth knowing about, and it is reasonable to ask about.
  • A fair question to ask: “Do you have a financial relationship with the maker of the implant, filler or device you're recommending — and what alternatives did you consider?”

Source: CMS Open Payments, the federal database created by the Sunshine Act. View the full record on CMS Open Payments ↗

Insurance Information

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Phone: (858) 657-8322

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Location & Contact Information

Main Office

8899 University Center Ln

San Diego, California 92122

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Office Information

Phone: (858) 657-8322

Where does Dr. Arisa Ortiz practice?

Doctor's Office

Main Office (Primary)

8899 University Center Ln, San Diego, California 92122

(1 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

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Education & Experience

Education

Harvard-trained

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified In Dermatology

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Arisa Ortiz online?
This information is not available based on the provided context. Contact the office directly at (858) 657-8322 for appointment scheduling.
Does Dr. Arisa Ortiz offer telehealth?
This information is not available based on the provided context. Contact the office directly at (858) 657-8322 for inquiries about telehealth options.
What do patients have to say about Dr. Arisa Ortiz?
One patient highly recommends Dr. Ortiz.
What areas of care does Dr. Arisa Ortiz cater to?
Dr. Ortiz specializes in cosmetic and laser dermatology, including facial rejuvenation, skin laser surgery and resurfacing, and Mohs surgery. She offers a full range of cosmetic and laser treatments. Dr. Ortiz emphasizes the importance of skilled injectors who prioritize patient safety and natural-looking results with fillers.