I had been looking for a knowledgeable dermatologist and after 3 years of searching my PCP suggested to try Synergy Dermatology. I hit the jack pot! PA-C Kurtis Opp dedicated enough time to try different variations of meds and I am finally feeling better!!! Thank you! read more

Another successful visit with Kurtis Opp. I always feel the BEST has been done. Opp is clear and precise and extremely knowledgeable of his tools, practice and his methods. Always careful and very calculated in procedures. Moves slowly and with an extreme eye for details. All the while narrating to me what he is doing and why. A true artist in all he does. Thoughtful and cautious ........never excessive. He helps me understand that a little at a time is best and the results are Maximum. Thank you Kurtis. You are an artist....... most certainly. read more

i have been Kurtis' patient for more than 20 years. He is highly knowledgeable, kind, caring, and personable, and has seen me through routine skin checks, routine skin problems, and my recent, more-serious psoriasis diagnosis. I highly recommend him. He is very practical and is attuned to my things I can and probably cannot due when suggesting lifestyle changes that affect my skin diseases. The staff at his new location, Synergy Dermatology, are top-notch and are very responsive and efficient with appointments, reschedules, billing, etc. As a bonus, the practice is conveniently located next to the Whole Foods at Stonestown; you can pick up dinner on your way home from your dermatology appointment. Again, I highly recommend Kurtis. read more

I used to think things like lasers and ice were solely in the realm of superheroes, but Kurtis is a kind of superhero too! I started seeing Kurtis earlier this year for a stubborn skin issue on my cheek. He's an attentive doctor and put my mind at ease that things will clear up, and thanks to his care, it has! In addition to my initial skin issue, Kurtis has also helped me learn to care for and manage chronic seborrheic dermatitis, something I thought I just had to learn to live with. Having clear skin is a major confidence boost, and I can't thank Kurtis enough for his patient care. He's moved locations since I first started seeing him, but his new spot at 595 Buckingham Way, Ste. 220, with Dr. Lawrence Cheung is easy for me to get to via Muni. The phone number on this page may not be current, but (415) 333-0348 is the number I use to get a hold of him. Thanks again, Kurits! My skincare superhero! read more

Kurtis Opp is an extremely knowledgeable and skilled dermatologist. He always takes time to explain the issues and my treatment options. I have received excellent care under his supervision. read more

I have been in to see Kurtis several times. Kurtis is brilliant, cuts to the chase and wastes no time examining your face and performing the dermatologic procedures to clear the problem. I'm going to see him for a little botox for my forehead winkles. A year ago Kurtis's work lasted for 6 months and really looks great. He is very accurate and the results are quite pleasing. Kurtis is a kind gentle smart dermatologist with lots of experience and is a pleasure to visit. read more

Kurtis treats all his patients with respect and patience, ensuring each one understands what their diagnosis is and his reasoning for prescribing x y or z remedy. It is a pleasure to watch him work!! read more

I have been a patient of Kurtis Opp for 10 years. He knows his field -- trained by the best! I trust his judgement explicitly. He has cared for my skin both with mole removal, minor skin conditions, peels, lazer treatments and full body scans. He is patient, kind and answers all questions with great detail and in terms I can understand. I would follow him anywhere! read more

I have been seeing Kurtis for over 10yrs now and he has been a great dermatologist for me and is very thorough in his spot check appts. I was sorry to her that he left his Castro Street location(to his & my dismay), given they recently went through some business changes to the practice, but he is now working with Dr. Cheng located at 595 Buckingham Way #220, San Francisco, CA 94132 Phone: (415) 333-0348. I would highly recommend reaching out to Kurtis at this office, if you want to continue to see him as your dermatologist. :) read more

My baby was having really bad eczema on her face and her pediatrician referred us to Dr.Cheung's office and we were seen by Dr.Kurtis Opp. I am very fortunate that he's my baby's dermatologist. He is very caring and communicates well. He checked in on baby after hours and also provided his personal number, so we can text/call him whenever we have questions or concerns. We really appreciate that he responded to us while on vacation. My baby is doing 100x's better now than before. He also gave us a good maintenance plan to keep her from flaring back up . Being a first time mom means anxiety all around. He really put me at ease. Happy baby means happy mom and we are truly grateful. There's plenty of parking where his office is and it's super convenient if you take public transportation. Can also go shopping right after because Stonestown mall is right there. You can find Dr.Kurtis Opp @: Dr. Lawrence Cheung 595 Buckingham Way, Suite 220, 415-333-0348 read more

I saw Kurtis for years at his other practice. I'm so happy he will continue on. He is a skilled clinician and also has a great bedside manner. Wishing Kurtis nothing but continued success read more

After having several visits with Kurtis, I am amazed with his expertise and direct patient care manner. Kurtis would take his time with his patients to not only provide solutions, but also to educate his patients. Kurtis helped me learn more about my inflamed pimple and how to prevent it from reoccurring. He definitely knows how to make his patients comfortable about asking questions and bringing up any concerns. During my first visit, it was obvious how passionate he is about his job which led to my curiosity. He even allowed me to shadow him and learn more about his profession. I cannot thank Kurtis enough for the opportunity he gave me. I enjoyed watching him work on his craft and help his patients through his kindness, effective communication, and active listening skills. His expertise, knowledge and experience shines through with every patient he visits. Overall, Kurtis is a top notch and caring PA who has undeniably been an inspiration in my career path. read more

Kurtis has been my primary dermatologist for the last couple of years and I can confidently say he is truly one of a kind. His practices have changed my life for the better and his knowledge is incredible. I can't thank him enough for being so kind, helpful, and understanding. He's the best!! read more

I booked an appointment for a full skin exam and traveled 2.5 hours from Sonoma County for my appointment. The office is pretty chaotic and I waited 15 minutes after check in for them to realize they forgot to ask me to update my paperwork. Then Curtis Opp called me in. Without asking if ok, he had a Vietnamese student in with him. So he had to explain everything to her which took away valuable time. He did a burned off a small mole but didn't get to the full skin exam and suggested I come back. It felt like he spent about 3 rushed minutes with me. Yikes another 5 hours of round trip driving? I think not. I'll see someone closer or Dr Zanelli in SF who is awesome and always takes his time. On top of it, they screwed up the insurance billing. read more

For over 20 years I have had a great connection with Kurtis Opp. He diagnosed some spots on my face and immediately removed them and counseled me on coming back every year for a check up to remain healthy and skin cancer free. My understanding is that he trained for many years under a top notch dermatologist. I trust him completely. He has given me stellar facial peels and laser treatments. His knowledge and kind ways keep me coming back. I owe a lot to Kurtis Opp and highly recommend him. read more

Kurtis Opp is the very best I have been going to him for years He's thorough, personable & kind I cannot recommend him highly enough ! read more

Wonderful dermatologist, I have been searching for his new office and am so glad to have found it.....been seeing him for over 10 years and didn't want to lose him. read more

I have seen Kurtis since I was in high school and he is an excellent dermatologist. In each visit he patiently listens to all my concerns and addresses them thoroughly. He is smart, caring, and pleasant to work with. He has helped me regain confidence in my appearance by creating personalised skin treatments that show real results. I highly recommend him to all friends and family! read more

I saw Dr. Opp today and learned a lot about what was going on with my skin. I was a little nervous and he put me at ease to get immediate treatment. The staff was super nice and informative and made me laugh. read more

I have been going to see Kurtis on and off for the last ten years and I couldn't be happier. I mean I know that I'll be well taken care of when I go see him. Also when he treats you and knows it might hurt a bit, he lets you know and when he does treats you, he does it with so much care. I would totally recommend Kurtis to anyone who's in need of a great and kind dermatologist. read more

I just had another appointment with Kurtis Opp and, as usual, it was a pleasant experience. Kurtis always makes sure I know everything about whatever procedure he is doing and makes me part of my own care, which I love. His office staff is incredibly nice and efficient. I highly recommend Kurtis if you have dermatology skin care needs. read more

Dr. Kurtis is helping me get my adult acne and oil under control, and it is working!! My skin is the best it has been in years!! What I most appreciate about him, apart from the results that I am getting, he takes the time to explain treatment options carefully, potential side effects, and address any questions or concerns I have along the way. He's not looking at the clock. He's looking at me and my chart. Honestly, everything feels UNRUSHED! Another strength is his flexibility. If I need advice or clarification on something outside of an appointment, he and his staff reply relatively quickly. Everyone in the office is super supportive. Seriously, there's genuine humanness and friendliness to the whole experience, which is both welcomed and refreshing, given the clinical setting. Because my treatment plan requires regular monthly care, all of these aspects become even more important!! All this to say, I highly recommend this place! read more

Kurtis resolved a condition that two other practitioners had tried to eliminate, but gave up on. It took a while and it wasn't easy, but his therapy did work, and I appreciate it. He's knowledgeable, friendly and explains things very clearly. read more

Dr. Opp is super - I've been seeing him for several years and he (along with everyone in the office) is courteous, patient, and helpful. Kurtis will always take time to answer questions - I have never felt rushed while seeing him. He explains treatment options carefully and I always feel like I'm getting the best care. Aside from that, he's just a really nice guy! I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone seeking a fantastic dermatologist. The rest of the office is staff is great, too. read more

Kurtis has been my go-to dermatologist for about a decade, and I have been very satisfied with his services. He's very pleasant and professional, and careful to explain what he's doing with respect to treatments. I highly recommend him. read more

Kurtis Opp is simply the best dermatologist pa. He moved his practice to Stonestown Aug 2022 to work with Lawrence Cheung MD. when a chain bought out SF Dermatology Center so note his new address and phone number. I've seen Kurtis for almost 20 years, and continue to see him even after I moved out of San Francisco area. He is worth the travel! read more

Let's start with the professionalism of the office staff. They get an A+ for service..They always answer the phone with a smile. Doctor Opp is very attentive to your needs. He listens and you never feel rushed by him or his staff. He takes his time with you and checks you over from head to toe..I have been going to him for over ten years. He is extremely knowledgeable in his field. This is the doctor you go to for all your skin needs. read more

Kurtis has been my dermatologist for over 20 years. He is personable and professional. I feel very confident that I am getting the best information and up-to-date treatment when I see him. I've had Sculptra and Silicone treatments through him as well as my regular care, like regular skin checks and removal of keratoses and dealing with concerns I might have about particular skin manifestations. I've also had a couple of Skin Peel treatments by Kurtis. Everything that I've gone to his clinic for is addressed and treated in a very professional manner. He is good about allaying any fears or concerns of mine and has lots of great information about anything 'skin'. I trust him because I have seen great results. Everyone in the Derm clinic, he and other dermatology specialists work from at 45 Castro, is helpful and very nice. They treat people with respect regardless of skin color, ethnicity or sexual identity. I trust any of them for good information and results. This is a place you want to be for your skin care. Luz Decker SFCA read more

After seeing several other providers, Curtis was the first one to correctly diagnose and treat a fungal infection on my toe nails.  Previous providers said it was psoriasis and not worth treating.  After decades of ugly toenails, I can proudly wear sandals again. read more

Easy service to work with especially during Covid.

I have been a patient of Kurtis Opp for quite a few years. I always receive a thorough body check. When any dermatological issue needs to be addressed... I always feel confident that they are. I highly recommend Kurtis Opp to anyone who needs an excellent dermatologist. read more

Dear Kurtis, I am leaving you. After 13 years together you have seen every inch of my naked body in its various forms - pregnant, chubby, fit and now aging. It's not you. It's your office staff. I called to get an appointment for my annual check-up. For which I'm horribly overdue - not that you noticed. I was on hold for a full 6.5 minutes before being harriedly asked what I needed. When I expressed dismay with the fact that I had just been on hold for over six minutes, rather than simply saying so sorry, we are a bit backed-up or short staffed or whatever, she indignantly said, "well I SAID thank you for holding!" and proceeded to tell me if I had a problem with it then I needed to tell the doctor because they are shortstaffed in the front office and blah blah blah dirty laundry blah blah blah. She then abruptly said I needed to talk to the office manager (she was clearly over the conversation, um, er attempt to schedule an appointment) and put me on hold for another 2 minutes, wherein Rudy picked up the phone and basically gave me the same schpeel. So number 1, your office staff are implying you won't hire anyone and therefore they give crappy service; and number 2, neither of them even PRETEND to have phone skills or give a crap that your patients are being treated like they're calling an airline customer service line. When I expressed dismay to Rudy that I've been a long-time patient of yours, he said, ya, well Kurtis has a lot of long-time patients. That's when I left. Told your "office manager" that he'd just lost a patient. It felt like a full-on confrontation and it felt really, really bad. This is not your first complaint about these two. Reference an earlier similar review by "Kurt." So I wish you and your dreamy soap opera good looks best of luck. But I"m not coming back. read more

I also don't understand who is writing these reviews. I wasn't specific enough to request Dr. Opp's colleague Dr. Karl who sounds like a great practitioner. Instead, I was shunted into an office with Dr. Opps, who has the manner of a fallen Protestant minister who's late for gin and tonics at the country club. To their credit, I was seen right away, but I suspect that is because business is slow. He seemed very uncomfortable speaking about sexuality, even in the most generic sense (I had a rash on my penis, non-STD. Is that so personal? A lot of people have penises, don't they.) I was expecting an experienced and educated assessment of my condition based upon a visual inspection. But the Dr. talked me into a skin test, one which cost me $310 and an open cut for two weeks, and simply confirmed what he said he suspected to begin with. Upon leaving, I asked if he could call me on the phone to let me know the results and write a prescription. No, he said, "it's another visit". Cha ching! At that moment it became crystal clear to me that he was angling to maximize his revenue on me and my simple rash. I made the mistake of discussing my insurance with him. This guy is an old-school Medical Corporation, not a Dr. who lives to help and heal people. That's my European Dr. that I still see in Aptos, despite the 90 minute drive. I called in anyway to obtain the results of the test, and he confirmed that it was what he suspected. (couldn't he have taken his best guess before?) Then he tried to send me to buy an over the counter remedy, one which I've tried before. When I insisted that he cut to the chase and call in whatever prescription was appropriate, and stronger, the rash cleared up in two days! Why did this have to take 4 weeks and $450? Profit and greed, both of which are in direct conflict with healing and help, at least in this practice. Unfortunately my insurance only covers MAJOR problems and I have to pay for these piddly things that won't go away on their own. (His response to this was "You pay a lower premium in return!") It's a new world, Dr. Opps! Don't pad the check, especially when you know money is an issue for people. We talk! And LOTS of people don't have insurance. Avoid this guy at all costs, unless you enjoy visits to the doctor. , the pharmacy and to the bank (his)! read more

I do not recommend this dermatology practice. Rudy, who I believe is the medical assistant, is rude. Oddly, I saw reviews of this office stating how nice he was. However, I only saw him being rude to all the patients. Additionally, the receptionist is unfriendly as well. After a skin biopsy, I was told I would be called with the results in two weeks. Two months later, I finally got the biopsy results. Kurtis? He's nice, but not worth the trouble to go through his staff. There are many other dermatology practices that have better staff and accept my insurance. read more

Called the office to try and book an appointment for the first time. I thought I'd disregard the comments here about how terrible the office staff was. Without a hello, I got "hold please" I was on hold for 10 minutes.... and then another 5 minutes to check the schedule. I'm not exaggerating. I was on the phone for 19 minutes to try and book an appointment. I spoke to Roxy for all of 4 minutes when I wasn't holding. She kept saying "Like, I said..." instead of clarifying valid questions and had the worst attitude. When I told her I found her incredibly rude, not only did she not apologize, she kept repeating herself about how I could call before 5 to reschedule the appointment... even though she said there was a 24 hour cancellation policy a moment prior and we were already past the 24 hours. I just wanted to her to confirm that it wouldn't be a problem. It's outrageous that this Kurtis Opp guy lets these people with absolutely no manners be the face of his business. It makes me question how much he cares about his clients. Needless to say, I decided not to go through with the appointment. If you like to be condescended to and wait 15 minutes on hold to make an appointment, this is the place for you. read more

In spite of having PPO insurance the symptoms dictated I see someone soon. The highly-rated MDs on Yelp and who friends recommended were booked 4 to 6 weeks in advance. In contrast, it was very easy to get an appointment with Kurtis Opp. I was open minded about him being a PA (Physician's assistant) and not an MD or DO. I was really looking for a cure. I wasn't blown away with the office staff but SF medical office personnel can be a little lukewarm. I did not love that Kurtis made me take notes that he dictated. The two medicines for my dermatitis that he prescribed were labeled "weak" by the doctor I eventually had to go to. The liquid nitrogen he used to reverse my very mild sun damage was expensive and was ineffective. $450 worth of charges to my insurance and I had to go spend $150 at a competing clinic. I recommend you take your skin elsewhere too. read more

Caveat emptor. Latin for "buyer beware". Kurtis saw a mole and told me he wanted to do a procedure because he was "conservative". I'd had the mole my whole life, it's appearance had not changed. The GP who referred me to him wasn't concerned. There is an implicit trust between doctor and patient that the doctor is using their best judgement irrespective of how much income it brings to his practice. His conservative judgement cost me hundreds of dollars. Never hurts to get a second opinion. Also, ask what a procedure is going to cost up front. Imagine going into a mechanic's and asking for an oil change. "Well, we're conservative, we changed out your whole engine just to make sure." Buyer beware. I'm just left feeling funny about the whole experience and I will not return. read more

Went to see Kurtis Opp for a rash that appeared on my abdomen. He immediately knew it was a heat rash after observing and asking me just a few questions about what I might have been doing to cause it and make it worse. Also I was extremely impressed too when he asked me about my skin history and recommended different sunscreen options for gingers like me and him since that wasn't the reason why I came into his office anyways. It helps that I was looking for a new dermatologist in the area since I moved to SF in the past few months and I definitely found my new one. He is very courteous and truly cares about dermatology. He was very open with me about his own skin issues which makes him very relatable. I would recommend him to anyone and everyone. His office is convenient in the medical offices at UCSF on Castro. Thank you Kurtis! read more

About two years ago I developed a very bad rash. My SF health plan unfortunately dropped the ball in scheduling me a visit with one of their dermatologists. I was going to have to wait three weeks for an appointment... I was in agony every day, all day. I was walking down the street one day and ran into an old friend. We shot the breeze and my skin condition came up. He suggested, no urged actually, that I see Kurtis Opp. My friend had a similar skin issue a few years ago and praised Kurtis. I called and made an appointment with Rudy. They were able to squeeze me in two days later. The staff was efficient, polite, and no-nonsense (just the way I like). I was examined, a biopsy was taken (YEEEOOWWCH!!), and I was given a strict, aggressive treatment regiment. After a follow-up about a week later everything was mostly back to normal. After a month, 100% recovered. The biopsy results were exactly what Mr. Opp had pre-diagnosed. I strongly recommend a visit to Kurtis Opp. He's pretty direct, succinct, and has a great staff that is accommodating. You're not going to have your hand held and your head patted, but that's not what I came for. I came for knowledgeable, genuine care and I got it. read more

Kurtis has worked on my skin care issues since 1996, as he has worked alongside several dermatologists. I have had some serious challenges -- when I first met Kurtis in '96, I had just been informed that my long term HIV infection had progressed to "full-blown AIDS." Among the many manifestations of that, I had numerous skin problems. Kurtis was well-versed in these and was able to help me with solutions that were effective but did not have as bad side effects as they otherwise might have. Being of Celtic and Mediterranean descent, I also inherited very oily skin, a tendency toward acne and rosacea, and difficulty with the ongoing growth of pores, cartilage, etc. Over the years, Kurtis has helped me manage these issues always taking into consideration the impact any treatment may have on my ongoing regimens, on my reconstituting immune system, and on long-term effects. He has also found and removed small skin cancers before they became problematic. To my surprise, I lived and got older. Metabolic syndrome and age helps to cause deeper creases and more hollow looks than I was comfortable with. Kurtis helped with that, too. On top of it all, I developed a case of benign tumors on my forehead, and Kurtis has been helping over the past few years to resolve those as best as can be done. In all these years, Kurtis has been warm, professional, friendly, helpful, and diligent. He also takes care to educate me on what's happening with my skin and the options available when I need info. I have never been displeased with Kurtis's work. Just a final comment on other reviews here: Good office staff are hard to find. Especially at 45 Castro. Elsewhere, staff seem to be far more customer service oriented. read more