If I could give zero stars, I would.
My experience with Dr. Do was one of the most disappointing and frustrating medical encounters I've ever had. I made an appointment due to persistent, severely itchy spots on my face, accompanied by visible redness and inflammation.
On the day of the appointment, I avoided all skincare products except for a basic moisturizer so nothing would interfere with Dr. Do's examination. After waiting, she finally entered the room. Within two minutes--before asking about any symptoms--she said, "Let me give you a cream to try."
I was surprised and confused. She hadn't even examined my skin up close or asked me where the irritation was. I pointed this out and asked if she could look at the affected area. She appeared frustrated, handed me a mirror, and asked me to point out the spot. The red ring spot had faded somewhat, but there was still visible hyperpigmentation where the irritation had been. She took a short look and repeated her recommendation--still in a dismissive, impatient tone.
I then began to ask if she wanted to know what skincare products I had used. She cut me off and said, "No, I'm not." I was schocked but still tried to explain to her that the irritation could be an allergic reaction because it happened suddenly and it had never happened to me before, and that I was currently feeling intense itchiness.
She then asked, "Do you have a picture?" I said no. She immediately replied, "Then there's nothing I can do. I don't see anything on your face."
I was stunned and honestly heartbroken. She barely gave me ten minutes of her time, didn't ask about my history, didn't listen to my symptoms, and didn't ask about allergies. When I told her I'm allergic to niacinamide--a common ingredient--she casually said, "Hmm... I don't think the cream has that," without checking or confirming.
The level of carelessness and lack of professionalism was shocking. I've seen doctors before who may seem rushed or disengaged, but I've never encountered one so openly dismissive. It felt like the entire point of the visit was to push a product, not provide care.
Now, as I write this, I'm still suffering from facial itchiness, frustrated by the lack of help, and disheartened by a healthcare system where some providers seem more focused on moving patients through the door than on actual treatment. The red spot has returned--and this time, I have photos--but will I return to Dr. Do? Absolutely not.
So, if you value your money, time, and want to get treatment quickly, choose someone else. read more