Highlights

• Author of over 50 peer-reviewed publications and textbook chapters on subjects including allergic contact dermatitis and allergenicity of cosmetic ingredients

• Started and grew largest referral-based contact dermatitis patch test center in San Diego County

• Extensive understanding and knowledge of cosmetic and topical ingredients and their potential pathologic and beneficial effects on skin and whole body health

• Content and concept consultant for Dermatitis Academy, an educational platform for patients and manufacturers

• Ongoing real-world practice experience with medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology, including non-invasive procedures and laser therapy

• Proud first-generation immigrant who understands the value of a diverse and resilient background 

Experience

Alina Goldenberg, MD, MAS, FAAD, is a board-certified dermatologist in private practice in San Diego. She is also an assistant clinical professor in the Department of Internal Medicine at the University of California, Riverside School of Medicine. She serves as a Research and Development Committee elected member for the American Contact Dermatitis Society, where she evaluates and determines acceptance of grants and research proposals in the field of contact and atopic dermatitis. 

She has authored over 50 peer-reviewed publications and textbook chapters on allergic contact dermatitis, cutaneous oncology, surgical dermatology, laser treatments, and sun exposure. Her clinical expertise and interests include allergic contact dermatitis and patch testing to elucidate patients' skin allergies, the education and empowerment of patients to recognize ingredient profiles, and the development of personalized skin care product regimens. Her other expertise and interests include skin cancer screening and dermatologic surgery, medical dermatology (acne, eczema, and psoriasis), and cosmetic dermatology, including non-invasive procedures and laser therapy.

She has received multiple grants, including from the American Skin Association and National Institutes of Health. She has also won various awards including San Diego Top Doctor-Dermatologist by the San Diego County Medical Society in 2021, in which the top 5% are selected by physician peers for each category.

Education

Dr. Goldenberg earned her undergraduate degree at the University of California, Berkeley, in public health, graduating magna cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa. She completed her medical training at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD), and earned a master’s degree in clinical research. She served as chief resident at UCSD in addition to completing an internal medicine internship and dermatology residency.