Combining medicine and aesthetics to achieve balanced skin
Dr. Tia Paul View Resume
Dr. Tia Paul is a skin expert and digital KOL in dermatology and aesthetics, specifically within conditions and treatments for Skin of Color.
Dr. Suchismita (Tia) Paul is a Harvard-MIT trained, board-certified dermatologist, a media skincare expert and an advisor/brand expert for several global skincare companies. She received her bachelor’s degree from Cornell University and a joint MD from Harvard Medical School and MIT, followed by her dermatology residency at the University of Miami, where she was a chief resident.
Aside from seeing patients, Dr. Tia Paul is dedicated to patient advocacy and education on evidence-based medicine in dermatology, especially for skin of color. She has published several articles in top medical journals, such as Nature and Science, and has also been featured in media and various beauty and lifestyle publications including Insider, Huff Post, The Washington Post and Elle Magazine.
In addition to her expertise as a highly recommended dermatologist seeing patients for both cosmetic and medical dermatology, her differentiating skill set lies in being able to connect with a wide audience globally through social media (>425k followers), where she shares her knowledge of all things skin-related in an engaging and simple fashion.
Dr. Paul has launched her own dermatology and aesthetics office in Newport Beach, CA which serves as her primary clinic, business event space and product demonstration site, where one of her specialties will be treating patients with diverse skin tones.
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Alexandra Chun Office CoordinatorMeet Allie Chun, a dedicated medical assistant with 18 years of experience in back office. As a dog mom to Koda, her spirited husky, she embraces the joy of outdoor exploration with her husband of 13 years. She loves hummus, cashews, almonds, coffee, and trying new foods—reflects her adventurous spirit, while her caring demeanor makes her a cherished friend and community member. With her compassionate and kind-hearted nature, Allie brings warmth and kindness to everyone around her!
Alexandra Liu StaffMeet Alexandra Liu, she has a sunny, bright, and sweet personality with a passion for healthcare. As a dedicated medical assistant and an aspiring derm physician’s assistant (PA), she looks up to Dr. Paul as her role model and mentor, learning from Dr. Paul’s loving personality, expertise and compassionate care. Outside of the clinic, Alexandra enjoys pilates, matcha lattes, playing piano, and reading books at the beach. Always with a smile on her face, Alexandra brings warmth and enthusiasm to everyone!
Harjot Bhari StaffMeet Harjot Bhari, a passionate and driven pre-med student with a heart for healthcare. Currently on the path to becoming a physician, she is inspired not only by Dr. Paul’s medical expertise but by her unwavering kindness and dedication to providing the highest level of patient care. In her free time, she loves baking sweet treats and staying active at the gym. With a warm personality and a genuine love for learning, Harjot brings positivity, curiosity, and compassion to the clinic every day!
Marlin Gomez StaffMeet Marlin Gomez - a recently graduated Biological Sciences student from the University of California, Irvine. Marlin works as a medical assistant at Balanced Skin Dermatology and Aesthetics who focuses on patient care to ensure high quality service for everyone. Outside of the clinic, she enjoys watching sports, hanging out with friends, reading books, and working out. Marlin looks up to the expertise, compassion, and precision of Dr. Paul and hopes to pursue higher orders of education in the medical field and lab settings. She is passionate about dermatology and aesthetics and is committed to expanding her knowledge to continuously provide the best care for patients.
Anshul Maheshwari Managing PartnerMeet Anshul Maheshwari - advisor and specialist in healthcare innovation and brand strategy. With over 16 years of experience in medical commercialization and healthcare advisory, Anshul serves as managing partner at Balanced Skin. He enjoys spending his free time playing sports, vacationing with family and dabbling in art and music. Having grown up in India and Thailand and hopping from city to city in his professional life, Anshul has made friends from all over and is always making new connections!
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