very rude her solution was not effective it left my 9yr old son with horrible scars on his skin he was treated for molluscum and saw this doctor twice June 8, 2026 and June 23, 3026. She couldn't even identify exactly what was on my son skin, she read off notes from what my sons pcp doctor wrote.Now my son pcp at pediatric associates referred my son to Dr. Burke the woman and the 2 times we went I wish we didn't.The woman doctor Mrs.Burke who is supposed to be the dermatologist was so unprofessional, impatient, rude, and very off putting! I kept asking her questions out of concern since this was for my nine-year-old son, who was also scared of the options that the doctor was advising the one she did decided to do causes blisters and is supposed to eat at my son's skin tissue to remove the molluscm (very painful option) It didn't work at all the bumps came back and she told me that it would go away, before we even got to the part where she applied the canthorin on the 2nd visit. the first visit was horrible she didn't want to answer any of my questions as i was persistent trying to understand how these bumps were going to be removed from my son skin since they are highly contagious. she kept ignoring me and wrote a prescription for triamcinolone to apply to his face area for 10 days at night now the doctor never said to apply it rubbing it in like lotion or to spot apply it around the contagious bumps i asked her what would this outcome be she never explained. so I just winged it out and trusted her out of desperation and just applied it like lotion on his face and body as I did that for 4 days I started to see more bumps come on his skin I panicked went on google for answers as to why more are appearing and I called the doctor she wasn't available she did call me back and just said to stop using it as I screamed letting her know it's her fault because she didn't give me clear instruction. on the 2nd visit that's when she applied the medication that causes the blister to apparently burn at the skin to remove the molluscum and she wanted to follow up in 13 days. I called the office and cancelled the appointment as her solution was useless it didn't do nothing but scar my son skin and the bumps came back this doctor is not honest and rather waste your time experimenting on kids skin everytime I went to take my son each visit I had to pay a co payment of $30 dollars it's a lot of money to me because I'm currently unemployed and it adds up quickly.I'm now back at square one searching for a new doctor that would be able to treat my son and properly educate me on this skin rash my son has so that way I can keep everyone else in my household from catching it. this skin contagious mollusucm is driving me crazy since it's so contagious and the bumps are ugly along with the new scars he got thanks to this stupid doctor!!!! btw she is so old she needs to retire her breath smelled so stank as well!!!! She so old her hand was shaking so bad as she applied the CANTHARIDIN and missed one of the bumps at the head of the bump. Just don't go to this lady if you want to end up lik My son even mentioned how much of an attitude she had and kept getting slick with me when I was asking her questions! My son also mentioned how he agrees with me on not going back to her. For her to put me through more stress and not give a damn about actually resolving the issue shows alot and people needs to be aware of this type of doctor!!!!! I'm beyond angry with what occurred!!! I wish I can give 0 stars read more

Alam Leah Berke, MD - CANTHARIDIN she added to the bump on the right side and it's not directly on the white bump - Dermatologists Near Me - Miami, Florida

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This is the worst dermatologist I've ever been to. I went in for a simple cortisone injection. She first gave me unsolicited advice about skin care products and makeup (which was not what I went in for nor asked for). When she finally got around to the injection, she completely missed the cyst, injecting a hyperpigmentated area nearby instead. I brought this to her attention, asking for correction and wanting just the smallest drop in the actual cyst she missed (knowing the risk of atrophy/divot). She then got defensive saying she knows what she's doing but that she would do it if that's what I wanted. She then proceeds to empty half a syringe of cortisone into one spot on my face OUT OF SPITE. The area ballooned much more than what a "drop" would do and when I brought this up, she SMUGLY said that it was "just air from the syringe" ...as if drs don't push the air out BEFORE injecting. I am sick to my stomach with what she caused on my face. Praying it heals and goes away but it could take months or be permanent... TLDR: This is a horrible, HATEFUL, SPITEFUL individual who clearly did what she did bc I brought her mistake to her attention, bruising her ego. What an absolute quack of a doctor. I would never recommend her. 0 stars. read more

Amazing staff service !! Great care quality :) special thanks to Lara and Dr.Berke is very honest and serious and about her specialty !

Dr. Berke is amazing, she has been treating my skin for over 7 years. I highly recommend

I set up my appointment the same day and I came in the same day. I spoke to the Ms berke and she prescribed me right away for the solution and she told me the reason why I was breaking very much amazing read more

I've been going to this doctor for a while and have rarely if ever seen any improvement on any of the issues I've gone in for. During my last appointment my concerns were brushed over, I wasn't listened to, and I ultimately wasted my money. Don't be fooled by the 3 stars, all of her good reviews are from over 5 years ago. read more

Dr. Berke is awesome. I went to her specifically because she specializes in ethnic skin. I am African American. At the time I was experiencing frequent breakouts! I had no idea what to use on my skin, because everything I was trying over the counter wasn't working, so I went to see her. I wasn't waiting for long in the waiting room and Dr. Berke was very personable. She basically told me to ditch everything I was using and placed me on a new regimen for my oily skin. (I had actually wrongly thought I had normal skin this entire time). Within 2 weeks I saw a major difference in my skin. 4 weeks later, it was like I had completely different skin. No more breakouts. It has been almost 6 months since my initial appointment and my skin remains amazing and unblemished. I've since seen her for laser hair removal. A bit pricey compared to these little salons, but trust me, a dermatologist knows what they're doing. She even had the special laser recommended for African American skin. I've had 2 sessions and the unwanted hair is nearly completely gone. Five stars from me! read more

Let me start by saying that I am not the person that will take time on a Friday evening to leave a bad Yelp review, so that in itself says a lot! About a month ago I came to Dr. Leah Berke for what I now know to be a sebaceous cyst. She advised me she could not take care of it then (of course, this was a consult..totally understand) but that it was an easy fix and that I could make an appointment when I am ready to get it taken care of. I called on 09/15/2020 got an appointment for two days later. Yay! Super excited. I get there check in, get put in a room, all very quickly. Dr. Berke comes in and asks what I am in for. When I remind her I had been there for a consult etc. she tells me she can not do the procedure. She tells me that it is an hour to 5 pm and the girls in the front need to go home early. Jennifer has a kid that needs to be homeschooled and they have to go home to cook for their families. Their whole life story within 20 seconds. Unprofessional much? I told her I understood, but I did make this appointment and mentioned over the phone that this was a follow-up for a procedure and the receptionist reassured me that the Dr. would be able to take care of my needs when I got there. I also traveled 45 minutes and as a teacher do not have much down time for appointments. She said she had to check with the ladies in the front and ask for their permission first. After she left, one of the girls came in and took my payment of $450. She said she just had to check Dr. Berke's schedule to see if there was enough time. When Dr. Berke came in she looked at me and rolled her eyes. Honest truth! I told her how grateful I was because this issue had been prolonged and has been weighing on me for a while. Her response "Don't thank me! Thank Jennifer, she has a kid and needs to go home, this is not fair to the ladies!" I tried explaining how if I would have known the process of scheduling an appointment I would have done so accordingly, for I, myself did not enjoy driving 45 minutes for something that couldn't have been done. I told her that the girls had said she would be able to do it..so I didn't know better or any different. Her words "Do you think they know who you are? Do you think I know who you are? That when I pull out your file, I remember you?" Apparently not, Dr. Berke, apparently not. She didn't really care to know who I was, or read my records prior to me coming, that this was a follow-up. She probably didn't even prep for my procedure. She kept going on and on, in my eyes, trying to put me in a guilt trip and then these words "Do you think you just show up to a Surgeon's office and go on the table and get surgery?" The final straw was when I sat on the patient chair and lifted my dress to my groin area, and she says "How do you suppose I am to perform this? You need to take off your underwear." I didn't get a paper blanket or gown or any direction as to how to place myself. Mind you when I went for a consult, she told me there was no need to remove my underwear. That's when I decided to speak up and told her I believe that she was not willing to do this, from the moment I walked in, for what reason, I don't know. And I wished she could of saved us both the time and been honest from the beginning. I walked out and asked for a refund. If you are looking for Botox or Fillers I'm sure she will have no issues taking your money. Just beware if you catch her on a good or bad day. Or a day where she "just doesn't feel like" attending to you. Three words: Unprofessional, Demeaning, Condescending. read more

I just call this place to make an appointment the receptionist named Lily (with no last name because in her own and no need to mention rude words "Im the only Lily here and I do not need to give you further information" ) after several minutes holding me she drop the call ...I called again after she knew the name of my insurance company without hesitation or even check her logs she refuses to give me an appointment and they do not have any reason to give me an explanation why... this a very nasty kind of profiling, if they do not want to accept new patients why they do not simply pull out their offices contact information from the insurance companies...shame on them read more

I had a foreign growth on my cheek. I did not know who or where to turn. Dr. Berke was recommended and I couldn't be more grateful. From reception to Lily at check-out the staff was courteous, professional and caring. Dr. Berke explained every step and procedure. I could not be in better hands. God Bless doctor Berke and staff. read more

As a recommendation from a friend I went to see Dr Berke and was so happy with her and also with her very attentive staff.. Lily and Jennifer are absolutely sweethearts made me feel so welcomed especially when only meeting me for the first time.. and Dr Berke was so caring answering all of my questions and explaining to me the best treatment for my skin. I absolutely will recommend this office to my family and friends and will be a long term patient for years to come. Thank you Dr Berke, Lily and Jennifer for the wonderful experience. read more

I love visiting Dr. Berke! She is wonderful and always very professional.. The staff are also very friendly and helpful. Can't forget the great part that there is never a long wait time like at most places! Save yourself the stress and just go see Dr. Berke you won't regret it! read more

She's and awesome Dr and her staff is wonderful . she's great with lots of different medical conditions and also cosmetic . me and my friend was so help and felt so relieve do to the fact that she was able to give me the treatment to clear out my acne on my face and back. read more

I think Dr. Berke needs to fire her staff (at least 2 people) and hire people who isn't going to spoil her reputation anymore. Dr. Berke is a good, professional doctor but her staff is just trash. I didn't get the second person's name but first lady who messed all up for me was Lilly, she is rude and absolutely unprofessional, she messed it all up for me and didn't even have a courage to speak to me about it, instead she had her coworker dealing with me who was extremely rude as well and blamed it all on me, both ladies hung up on me multiple times in the middle of the conversation. It's sad when people have to find another specialist just because doctor's staff in unbearable. Unfortunately most of the time patients have to deal with a staff rather than with an actual doctor and it is very important to have professionals in the office. Dr. Berke I hope you care about your reputation and will consider these messages people write about your staff. read more