Following the removal of my melanoma (skin cancer) in 2015 I was looking for a dermatologist for my…read moreannual check-ups/exams. I was going to make it something I did when I visited my family in Washington State, however, the doctor I tried just kind of looked at me with a shocked look when she read my chart and found out I was in my early 20s and had already had cancer removed. That is not the only troubling thing I have run into since I had cancer. Some of the more religious Christians I have met in my life, have told me that immunity to cancer it simple, just hope one does not get it. If hope were immune, I would not have gotten cancer in the first place. Fortunately, Dr. Camilla McCalmont is a doctor who accepts reality and that while skin cancer may be fought off once it can return. I lived in Albany when I visited Dr. McCalmont and I loved the location of her office. The building had its own parking area, it was conveniently located not too far from the El Cerrito Shopping Plaza, and I did not encounter traffic on the short drive to the office. She and her workers were professional and helpful in setting up the appointment and getting the paperwork figured out. She emphasized the importance of annual check-ups and self exams, urging not being afraid to inspect oneself and help catch potentially cancerous spots early on. Nothing came up of concern on my visit, which was a huge relief. I have since returned to living in Washington State, but was happy with my experience with Dr. Camilla McCalmont and her office.

Have been seeing Dr. McCalmont for a few years. She is super responsive and knowledgeable. She…read moreshares helpful information about possible issues and is patient. It is sometimes hard to get an appointment because she is popular!

Came to see Dr. Fang for the first time, as I had just moved to the area last year and needed a new…read moredermatologist. Found Dr. Fang's office through my network's provider search, but was a bit hesitant due to some of the negative Yelp reviews. Dr. Fang's office however was very close to where I live. And located right outside El Cerrito Plaza, just past JoAnn's, free parking is readily available in the plaza, and I just had to walk over. As it turned out, my concern was baseless, as Dr Fang was not only extremely kind, but listened and addressed all of my concerns, made recommendations and gave treatment options that I felt comfortable with, and left me feeling much more educated about my body in general. In fact, far more than my previous dermatologist, or any of my prior primary care physicians ever did, combined, regarding the same issues. So ecstatic that I was able to find such a great dermatologist nearby. And one whom I plan to continue seeing for as long as I live here!

Unfortunately if I could give a less than zero, I would! This is for the "office manager" and not…read moreDr. Fang. Dr. Fang is a five star doctor. I have been a patient of Dr. Fang's for years. She is a wonderful and knowledgable doctor. She is always helpful and I really appreciate her calm bedside manner. She has even treated my son with patience, care and understanding of his skin issues. When I came in to the office for my appointment, there was a man behind the desk (whom I've never seen before) announcing loudly for all to hear that he is the "office manager" and spoke to the other receptionists and other patients, including elderly patients with a very rude and condescending tone! Then I called the office a month later regarding my insurance and my routine appointment. I had a question regarding treatment and I recognized the same voice that I heard when I came in for my appointment. He unfortunately was the same rude and condescending person and then he became accusatory with me over the phone. He was saying that I was asking him to change my chart, commit fraud and that I would cause my doctors' license to be revoked. AND she wouldn't be able to practice medicine! He said it again even more aggressively than the first time. WHAT?! Who says that?! Umm... I had a question about my treatment and the description of the code claims according to my visit. Including my co-pay there was an expensive $195 add-on to my invoice by the office and I didn't know what it meant. I was told to call the office for clarification by my provider and the billing department of Golden State Dermatology. I didn't think a basic conversation would turn into a hostile one, causing me to feel upset for asking legitimate questions, which is part of his job, being an "office manager." I mentioned I would try and reach out to the doctor, when he became even more defensive. I have never in my life, been spoken to in that manner by a professional doctor's office. I was in tears when I called the billing department for the third time. After almost 2 hours of dealing with this mess, they were really helpful, listened and answered all of my questions. Thank goodness! I'm having serious thoughts of moving on to a new doctor. I don't want to engage with an "office manager" that treats his fellow employees with self-entitlement and disrespecting patients by belittling them publicly or by phone.

There's a reason this place has such high reviews. Everyone here is experienced, professional, and…read morethey go the extra mile. I've had filler once, Botox once, and two RF microneedling sessions and it's like the technicians are OCD. Three full passes, every patch of skin is covered, and the results are the best I've had. They give you time to numb, and they do a great job distracting you from the discomfort if you do decide to go for a more intense setting. Also, really helpful with the GLP, clear labeling on each syringe, and easy FaceTime with the doctor. I've never had to wait past an appointment time and there's always parking. Really grateful I found this spot. Note: Sheila did the rf microneedling if you end up scheduling that service. I normally have some white spots but after the service with her my entire face is covered and it shows in the results.

I want to start with the negative. There's barely any but one that pushed my button a little. That…read moreis to say that I wish the NP who saw me virtually had a little more etiquette. Coming from a healthcare setting myself, I am big on treating patients as people and not a box one has to check. Suffice to say, introduce yourself. I had to ask her "Who are you? Because you never introduced yourself." I believe that is basic etiquette. Second, I was quick to notice the lack of patience with which my call was handled hours after my visit, the one where I had a chemical peel. (There was a whole lot of information to remember before the visit and they don't all sink in until you're done and you get the kit.) Otherwise I had a pleasant experience getting my first peel with Sheila/Shiela. I'm now on my 4th day post-procedure and looking forward to the results. I also want to acknowledge the wonderful experience I had weeks before that with Joy, who did my Dermplaning Facial, although I wish I had known sooner that if I did both at the same time, I could've saved a lot more.

Avoid this medical group at all costs. While I loved my dermatologist, as soon as her practice was…read morebought out by this medical corporation everything changed. Prices are sky high; my five minute visit costs $281.00! There is not even the pretense of caring about patients; this practice is all about maximizing profits. Need a follow up visit? That will take months to book (or they'll simply state that "no appointments are available") and there will be a significant charge -- even if their original treatment was unsuccessful or incomplete, and required a follow up. Front desk staff are simply clerks, and seem totally indifferent to patients' questions or concerns. To sum up, as a health care provider this group is an abject failure. It represents the very worst in corporate medicine, and does its patients a huge disservice. Finding an independent dermatologist, one whose practice has not been purchased by this group, is well worth the effort.

Dr. McCalmont is, quite simply, the best. Her mastery is unmatched, the kind that reassures you…read morefrom the moment she steps into the room. She is thorough, exacting, and attentive to detail--during body checks and procedures alike--so that when you leave her office you feel as though nothing could possibly have slipped beneath her radar or the touch of her discerning hands. When there is something to address, she communicates with clarity and calm, easing any anxiety that might accompany the unknown. Her staff echo her ethos--lovely, responsive, and human. They actually answer the phone, treat you with respect, and do their best to accommodate your needs. In a world where medical care so often feels rushed or impersonal, Dr. McCalmont and her team stand out as a rare, sustaining gift.

I was able to book an appointment online after a quick Google search for medical spas in my area…read more I'd never been to a medical spa before, so I wasn't sure what to expect. I was a little anxious walking into my appointment, but all of that melted away as soon as I was greeted by an incredibly kind concierge. She was warm, attentive, and welcoming, and I felt comfortable from the moment I walked in. The environment was relaxing, clean, and inviting. I didn't have to wait for my appointment and was escorted to a private room, where I met with a very kind physician assistant. She simply asked me what had brought me in. As I explained my concerns, she asked thoughtful follow-up questions about how I was feeling, what I was concerned about, and what I hoped to achieve, rather than trying to just sell me some "magic solution". She walked me through all of my options and provided a lot of helpful information that made me feel confident in my decisions. I had mentally prepared myself for a sales pitch, but it never came. Instead, she listened carefully, explained how she could help, and let me decide what would best fit my goals and lifestyle. I left feeling relieved, informed, and genuinely excited for my next appointment. Most importantly, I felt heard.

Clean, professional, wide range of treatments. Sarina has magic hands and helped me find what was…read moreright for me without being pushy.

Dr Patino is wonderful. He's a very smart man. His staff is extremely friendly and always…read morewelcoming. The clinic is clean and very organized. My surgery went well! I received a transumbilical breast augmentation and I love my results. Post surgery, I was up and walking in 4 days. I would 100% recommend getting the transumbilical surgery to anyone concerned with scaring.

Hace siete años me mamá, tuvo un tummy tuck e implantes mamarios…read more HORRIBLE trabajo, la cicatriz es muy grande y visible. Y los implantas siempre a tenido dolor y después de siete años. Se los va a retirar Claro con dr. Patiño. Jamas pésimo Dr. DON'T GET ANY WORK DONE WITH THIS DOCTOR, MAKING MONEY IS HIS PRIORITY NOT THE WELLBEING OF HIS PATIENCE.

I'm so glad I discovered HeathBay from Groupon! I continue to use them. Olivia is so wonderful and…read morealways makes me feel so comfortable. Honestly, I think they have the best prices for laser hair removal!! Awesome team all around

Michelle was great! She made me feel so comfortable throughout. They were also super financially…read moretransparent so there were no surprises. Highly recommend!

Dr. Brozowski is a rare find in the aesthetic space. Because she is a MD with a background in…read moreinternal medicine, she approaches treatments with a level of anatomical precision that you just don't get at a standard med-spa. She doesn't overfill or push 'trends'; she focuses on restoring a natural baseline. Her technique is methodical, her office is clinical and spotless, and the results are high-fidelity. If you want a doctor who understands the science of aging rather than just the marketing, this is the office to visit.

Dr. Brozowski is an unethical, horrible con artist of a doctor. She had a failed general medical…read morepractice before she decided to try and make money selling skin care services. As others have noted, she is arrogant, rude and lacks empathy. She will push procedures and use the wrong equipment on purpose in order to make money and grow her businesses. She destroyed the texture of my skin and left permanent scarring by pushing a laser treatment using the wrong laser and treating areas of my face that I did not request nor approve. She just does what she wants and does not care about the patient. Avoid her at all costs. Even some of her staff won't let her perform procedures on their skin. She does not have a good reputation with other actual dermatologists in the area, who have had to treat her damaged patients. I too wish I would have looked at all yelp reviews before choosing this horrible doctor.

I have received Botox service from Sam twice so far. I can say he's very professional and helpful…read more I will recommend him to my friends who need this service.

I'm a 75-year-old man and have been getting a HydraFacial about every six weeks for the past two…read moreyears. I've always been very happy with the treatments, but the 1-1 1/2-hour round trip was becoming a bit much, so I decided it was time to see if I could find someone closer to home. That led me to Samuel Khrapov, RN, MSN, at Drop of Paradise. I thought I'd give Samuel a try and see how it went. Well, the trial was a definite success! Samuel was warm, professional, knowledgeable, and very thorough. Just as importantly, I was extremely pleased with the HydraFacial itself and how my skin looked and felt afterward. I've had enough of these treatments by now to know when one is done well, and Samuel did an excellent job. I went in simply hoping to find a convenient alternative and came away having found my new regular provider. I plan to continue seeing Samuel every six weeks. The fact that he is much closer to home and charges a more reasonable price than I've been paying elsewhere makes the decision even easier. Very happy to have discovered Samuel and Drop of Paradise. Highly recommended!