The Physicians
Dr. Amarpaul Sidhu
M.D., M.P.H., F.A.A.D., F.A.S.D.S.,
Dr. Amarpaul Sidhu is the Founder and Medical Director of Foothill Dermatology Medical Center in Glendora. He is one of a handful of Board Certified Dermasurgeons in the Foothill communities. Dr. Sidhu's background in general surgery and dermatologic surgery places him amongst a few outstanding specialized skin cancer and cosmetic surgeons in the area.
Dr. Sidhu is a native of Seattle, Washington and earned his first degree in Psychology at the University of Washington. Dr. Sidhu went on to Tulane University in New Orleans where he pursued medicine and completed his Doctor of Medicine degree with Distinction. At the close of his clinical training, Dr. Sidhu was ranked #1 in his graduating class. It was at this juncture that he decided to pursue the highly competitive field of Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery. He felt that it combined just the right amounts of medical, aesthetic and artistic appeal.
At Tulane, Dr. Sidhu was the president of the Alpha-Omega-Alpha Medical Honor Society, which comprises the top ten percent of medical students. Upon graduation, he was awarded the "Outstanding Leadership Award" for his commitment to his class and peers.
Shortly thereafter, he went on to pursue his General Surgery training at Virginia Mason Medical Center, with a focus in plastic surgery.
Dr. Sidhu completed his residency in Dermatology at the University of Southern California. During that time, Dr. Sidhu received extensive training in skin cancer surgery and cosmetic surgery. He learned from experts in liposuction surgery and MOHS micrographic surgery. While at USC, he was awarded the "Outstanding Resident Award", which is considered an honor bestowed upon residents committed to excellence through the training of medical students.
Dr. Sidhu is currently a volunteer faculty member at the University of Southern California, Los Angeles.
Dr. Sidhu's Credentials and Certifications are as follows:
- Certified by the American Board of Dermatology
- Fellow, American Society of Dermatological Surgery
- Member, American Medical Association
- Fellow, American Academy of Dermatology
Dr. Sidhu's Hospital Privileges:
- Foothill Presbyterian Hospital
- Intercommunity Hospital
- San Dimas Communtiy Hospital
Dr. Sidhu is an expert in the management of facial skin cancer surgery and advanced minimally invasive cosmetic techniques performed with local anesthesia. As an expert in skin surgery, he receives hundreds of referrals a year from primary care physicians in the foothill communities and beyond for their patients in need of specialized skin cancer surgery. In his current private practice, Dr. Sidhu has launched Foothill Dermatology and Aesthetics. The Aesthetic Surgery Center has in-office surgical suites and even offers full medical-spa services. Dr. Amarpaul Sidhu has a reputation with his patients as a friendly, approachable, competent, and personable dermatologist. He is thorough in his explanation of procedures and has a down to earth, one-on-one relationship with his patients.
Linda Corgan, PA-C
NCCPA Certified, Top 92nd percentile in the nation-1999
"As a medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology provider, my goal is to give each patient the information and treatment necessary to achieve healthy and beautiful skin. I take the time to fully understand the personal beauty goals of each patient and educate them on the different procedures that have been medically proven and researched to give outstanding results.
I really enjoy and believe in what I do, and I can assure you that every individual will have the confidence to know, that his or her needs will be listened to and addressed.
Here at Foothill Dermatology, we are a competent team of professionals with the expertise and knowledge that has given us the opportunity to achieve the maximum patient experience and outcomes not seen elsewhere."
Steven Leon, PA-C
A native of Orange County Ca, Steven Leon MS, PA-C, received his bachelor's degree from San Diego State University and his master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies with honors from Western University of the Health Sciences in Pomona. He is a member of the American Association of Physician Assistants, the California Association of Physician Assistants and the Society for Dermatologic Physician Assistants. Besides extensive experience in Dermatology, Mr. Leon has also had additional training and expertise in the fields of family practice medicine, emergency medicine and wound care. Mr. Leon specializes in general dermatology; including skin cancer screenings, mole evaluations, acne, and rashes.
In addition, Mr. Leon is also the author of a guide book on diet and lifestyle change which is being used at several local area family practices. In his spare time Mr. Leon enjoys cooking, hiking and following politics and world events. He resides with his wife in Glendale.
