Peter Karlsberg, MD

About

Peter Karlsberg, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist and laser surgeon at Ventura Institute for Dermatologic Arts in Ventura and Camarillo, California. He prioritizes the safety and satisfaction of each patient who comes through the door and fosters a welcoming environment for all patients with types of dermatological needs.

Dr. Karlsberg excelled in academia while working toward his career in dermatology. He graduated with honors from Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and from the University of California School of Medicine in San Francisco. After earning his medical degree, he completed an internship in internal medicine at three hospitals: San Francisco General, Moffitt Long, and the San Francisco VA Medical Center.

After finishing his internship in San Francisco, Dr. Karlsberg completed three years of training at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. This training centered around dermatology, Mohs surgery and reconstruction, and laser and cosmetic surgery. It was there that his current passion for dermatology grew.

Today, Dr. Karlsberg remains committed to ongoing research into the best and latest treatment techniques and devices, knowledge which he applies daily at his state-of-the-art practice as a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery. He presents his own studies and has published research in renowned journals, including the Archives of Dermatology and the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology.

Over the years, Dr. Karlsberg has been named the best dermatologist in Ventura County multiple times by the VC Reporter Annual Readers’ Poll. For two years, he served as president of the Tri-Counties Dermatology Society. He is also a speaker and physician instructor for numerous brands, including Scuptra®, Juvéderm®, and Radiesse®.

At Ventura Institute for Dermatologic Arts, Dr. Karlsberg strives to artfully craft more youthful yet natural appearances for his patients of all ages and genders. He focuses on patients’ goals as he forms personalized treatment plans for their individual needs.