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Dr. Michelle Hure, MD - Physician, Board Certified in Pathology in San Juan Capistrano, California

Dr. Michelle Hure, MD

Physician, Board Certified in Pathology

Dermatology
San Juan Capistrano, California
NPI: 1760656169· License: A112182 (CA) verify
Graduated 2006(~20 yrs since med school)
Industry payments (2024): $296 across 5 payments (what this means)
4.67(22 ratings)

Consultation $50

About

Dr. Michelle Hure, MD is a double board-certified dermatopathologist and anatomic pathologist practicing in San Juan Capistrano, California. She specializes in skin cancer and cosmetic dermatology, offering a warm and approachable environment at her practice, OC SkinLab. Dr. Hure has over 17 years of experience and is highly rated by her patients. She is also active on social media, sharing her expertise on platforms like YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook. Please note that appointments must be made by phone.

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Specialties

  • Physician, Board Certified in Pathology

Procedures & Services

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

Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. Michelle Hure

Sourced directly from Dr. Michelle Hure's social posts and replies.

What common misinformation about retinol does Dr. Hure address?
Dr. Hure debunks the misinformation that retinol causes cancer and clarifies that the EU's new regulations are not a ban but a limit on over-the-counter strength to prevent hypervitaminosis, not due to cancer risk.
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What dollar store skincare products does Dr. Hure recommend avoiding?
Dr. Hure advises against purchasing Facial Cleansing Brushes, Face Wipes, Lip Sugar Scrubs, Facial Toners, Smile Lines Patches, Collagen Masks, and Vaseline Lip Therapy from dollar stores due to concerns about quality and safety.
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Are there any feminine hygiene products from dollar stores that Dr. Hure recommends avoiding?
Dr. Hure advises against purchasing Feminine Washes from dollar stores.
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What are the risks of using vitamin A supplements for acne instead of prescribed isotretinoin (Accutane)?
Dr. Hure strongly advises against using vitamin A supplements for acne as a substitute for prescribed isotretinoin (Accutane). While isotretinoin is a form of vitamin A, it is a highly regulated medication requiring strict medical monitoring through the federal iPLEDGE program. This program mandates monthly doctor visits, pregnancy tests, and blood work due to the significant risks, including severe birth defects (teratogenicity) and potential liver dysfunction or failure. Vitamin A is toxic at certain levels, and unregulated supplements often have uncertain dosages, making it easy to reach toxic levels, especially when taken in large quantities or for extended periods. Self-medicating with vitamin A supplements bypasses crucial safety monitoring, putting patients and potential fetuses at extreme risk.
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What is Dr. Hure's perspective on the EU's retinol regulations and the safety of retinol?
Dr. Hure clarifies that the EU is not banning retinol, but rather limiting its over-the-counter strength to 0.3% for face and hand products and 0.05% for body lotions. This regulation is a precautionary measure to prevent hypervitaminosis (excess vitamin A), which can occur from absorption through diet or skincare and lead to issues affecting neurologic, skin, bone, and liver function. She notes that this is similar to US practices where higher percentages require prescription. Dr. Hure emphasizes that claims of retinol causing cancer are misinformation, and retinol remains a safe and effective topical treatment in both the US and EU, especially when used under professional guidance.
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How does Dr. Hure's practice handle requests for patient data from insurance companies or third-party vendors for Medicare risk adjustment?
Dr. Hure's practice explicitly does not participate in Medicare risk adjustment data mining. When faced with requests from insurance companies or third-party vendors, her approach is to decline participation, ignore unsolicited faxes or calls, or flat out state non-participation. If threatened with contractual obligations, she requests the specific clause, knowing her contracts do not mandate such participation. She advises that providers are not required to send information for unofficial audits and encourages standing firm to protect patient data.
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What concerning trend in acne treatment does Dr. Hure address?
Dr. Hure is concerned about the trend of individuals taking vitamin A supplements for acne as an alternative to seeing a dermatologist for a prescribed isotretinoin regimen, highlighting the significant risks involved.
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What patients ask Dr. Michelle Hure

Questions people asked under Dr. Michelle Hure's TikTok videos, 1 answered by the doctor.

  • What about the Bolero Beverly Hills serums from Dollar Tree? Are those okay or should I avoid them too?

    asked on TikTok ↗· 287 engagements

  • Can you recommend any good budget-friendly skincare brands that are actually effective and safe?

    asked on TikTok ↗· 412 engagements· not yet answered

  • Are there any over-the-counter acne treatments you do recommend for mild to moderate acne?

    asked on TikTok ↗· 298 engagements· not yet answered

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Videos from Dr. Michelle Hure

@ocskinlab on TikTok →

Videos posted on TikTok by @ocskinlab. Press play to watch here, or open the original on TikTok.

  • Some products to avoid when shopping

    498.5K views · Aug 2022 · TikTok ↗

  • Replying to @ocskinlab It's time we start telling the insurance companies NO and showing them we…

    491.6K views · Apr 2026 · TikTok ↗

  • United Healthcare knows no boundaries to their greed and continues to hurt patients in order to c…

    293.6K views · Apr 2024 · TikTok ↗

  • There is no basis for the claims made in her video. Retinol continues to be a safe topical treatm…

    166.1K views · May 2024 · TikTok ↗

  • One of the more disturbing trends I'm seeing in acne treatment

    113K views · Dec 2022 · TikTok ↗

Patient Experience

Dr. Michelle Hure Review Summary

4.68
Dr. Hure has excellent ratings across multiple platforms. She boasts a 5.0 rating based on 3 reviews, a 4.8 on Yelp, 4 on US News Health, and a perfect 5 on Healthgrades. Overall, patients are extremely satisfied with her services.

Ratings from Other Platforms

yelp.com

4.8 out of 5

Based on 52 reviews

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health.usnews.com

4 out of 5

Based on 11 reviews

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healthgrades.com

5 out of 5

Based on 2 reviews

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Dr. Michelle Hure, MD - Physician, Board Certified in Pathology in San Juan Capistrano, California

Main Office

31899 Del Obispo St, San Juan Capistrano, California

(949) 359-6400

Book a Service Consultation

Consultation fee: $50

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)

$296

Payments

5

Compared to peers

Small

Dr. Michelle Hure received $296 across 5 payments in 2024. That is in the lower half for physicians here — totals this size are typically meals at sponsored talks. Most of it was categorised as food and beverage, and the largest single payer was Incyte Corporation.

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: (949) 359-6400

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Location & Contact Information

Main Office

31899 Del Obispo St

San Juan Capistrano, California 92675

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Office Information

Phone: (949) 359-6400

Where does Dr. Michelle Hure practice?

Doctor's Office

Main Office (Primary)

31899 Del Obispo St, San Juan Capistrano, California 92675

(3 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

Hospital affiliations unknown

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Education & Experience

Education

Ross University School Of Medicine

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified In Pathology
Double Board Certified In Dermatopathology And Anatomic Pathology
Double Board Certified Dermatopathologist

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Michelle Hure online?
No, Dr. Hure is not currently accepting online appointments. You need to call her office at (949) 359-6400 to schedule a visit.
Does Dr. Michelle Hure offer telehealth?
The provided information doesn't mention whether Dr. Hure offers telehealth services. It's best to contact her office directly to inquire.
What do patients have to say about Dr. Michelle Hure?
Patients praise Dr. Hure for her expertise in treating Fraxel damage, her wonderful demeanor as a dermatologist, and her ability to provide exceptional care across multiple areas (the "trifecta").
What areas of care does Dr. Michelle Hure cater to?
Dr. Hure specializes in dermatopathology and anatomic pathology, with a focus on skin cancer and cosmetic dermatology. She also has experience as a Founder, President, CEO, Assistant Clinical Professor, and Director of Dermatopathology. Dr. Hure's practice is committed to patient data privacy and actively refuses to participate in Medicare risk adjustment data mining by insurance companies or third-party vendors. She advocates for providers to assert control over patient data and stand firm against inappropriate requests.