I've dealt with KP and bacne since I became a teenager into adulthood. I finally gave in and went…read moreto my primary to ask if anything could be done about it. They referred me to Dr. Gaston's office as I don't have insurance. Wait time was fine I forgot what time i had to go in, but they managed to work with me. So staff was fantastic in that. Once I was in he knew exactly what was wrong and how I needed to deal with it. Although the place is older looking it doesn't hurt to look at those 20th century scales as I did and imagine how many patients have weighed in on those! How many lives lived.. I've never met a doctor so friendly and smiley and one that genuinely has made me laugh. Also an example of a doctor that reinforces why I want to practice medicine one day, to help those around me that don't have much but are in need of care. To Dr. Gaston - I truly believe you are a rare doc. one of a kind and a hero who won't ever turn away from their community. I'm grateful to have met you, Thank you.

I've been a patient of Dr Gaston's for more than 30 years. He has helped me control my excema, when…read moreother Dermatologists had no idea, how to help me. His cheerful and positive disposition, is very helpful, and he's always able to help get to the root of the problem I highly recommend him.

Went for a skin exam first time. Medical assistant was kind, clear, and helpful. Doctor answered…read moreall of my questions. Left with some free samples.

I rarely leave negative reviews, but I feel it's important to share my experience…read more I was treated by Mariella Purvis earlier this year for a persistent forehead skin condition. I was diagnosed with rosacea and treated with doxycycline, Plexion, and later metronidazole. Despite telling her that my forehead continued to worsen and that the sulfur products caused significant burning and irritation, my treatment continued along the same path. After seeking a second opinion from another dermatologist, I was diagnosed with acne instead. My treatment was changed and over the following months, my forehead improved dramatically. It is now virtually clear with no active spots. I understand that dermatologic diagnoses can sometimes change, but I was disappointed that my worsening condition did not lead to a reassessment of the diagnosis sooner. Those months were extremely stressful and had a significant impact on my quality of life. I hope this feedback encourages the practice to listen carefully when patients report that their condition is worsening despite treatment and to remain open to reconsidering the diagnosis when the clinical course doesn't fit.

Are you ready for your world to change?…read more The only reason why I thought of not posting what I will say, is because I know this will get Magdalen more busy and man what will I do if I ever lose her? I don't know. But let me tell you a little bit more about the decision you are about to make. My first ever waxer relocated to a whole another state and I was lost for sometime. I tried to become a regular for European Wax but their service and work did not mix well with me. I am currently located at #AspenHills #Rockville and I started looking for waxers. Wanting to find a place that feels like home and a safe space to be reborn every other 4-6 weeks. When I found Magdalen's page, the reviews automatically got my attention and decided to book being that she was 13-15 min away. The BEST decision I've made all year. When you enter, this particular smell that its so deliciously delicate welcomes you. Warning, in the beginning you will be confused and nervous because her method is so different from what everyone else is doing. But trust me when I say that it's less painful and more effective. I have thick hair and it grows really fast but after my first visit with Magdalen I noticed about only 60% of my hair growing back. Which is crazy for the amount of hair I used to grow with the other waxer. She warned me about growing less hair and less pain but you just have to book for the experience and for finding a home. She cleans THROUGHLY... life changing. Her wisdom definitely outshines her years of experience and yes, you will look forward to seeing her every visit.

Magdalen is absolutely amazing! This was my very first time getting a Brazilian wax, and I was…read morehonestly so nervous walking in. I had read so many horror stories online about pain, irritation, even skin being removed so I was preparing myself for the worst. But from the moment I met Magdalen, she completely calmed my nerves. She's incredibly warm, professional, and downright hilarious, which made the experience so much easier to get through. She walked me through the process, made sure I was comfortable the entire time, and the best part she's fast without making you feel rushed. I didn't experience any of the nightmare scenarios I was bracing for. No pain, no trauma, and definitely no regrets. I left feeling smooth, confident, and honestly wondering why I didn't do this sooner . I'll definitely be back and recommending her to all my friends!

Neela's knowledge and professionalism are a pleasure to experience. Very reassuring to know you…read moreare being advised on the best treatments for your skin with a future plan to ensure desired results. Thank you!

Joy is truly INCREDIBLE!! I've been seeing her over a year now and the transformation she has done…read morefor my face is noticeably different! ALL of her advice whether it's related to adjustment to my daily skin care regiment or recommended new products and treatments have all attributed to keeping my skin healthy, vibrant, and glowing!

Walking into SkinVana and seeing Sahar's beautiful skin, along with the professionalism and warm…read morewelcome that both Sahar and Eliana give their clients, is what true service looks like. Let's talk about first impressions. When you meet the esthetician who is about to discuss the procedures and goals you want to achieve, their appearance and confidence matter. I was immediately impressed by Sahar's glow. I remember saying, "I want this glow! Whatever procedure you had done, I need that -- forget what I thought I wanted!" (Haha.) That's exactly the kind of esthetician you want trusting with your face -- someone who embodies the results they help others achieve. Of course, results are important, but clients also have to do their part by following aftercare instructions, staying hydrated, and trusting the process. Every time I have a procedure done, I leave amazed by my results. For me, this has truly been an investment in myself, and it's one I never regret.

I want to say Thank you to Ms.Sahar for helping me recapture some of youthful beauty back. She made…read moreme feel very calm and it was super comfortable during my consultation. Her knowledge and down to earth charisma was very genuine and exactly what I was looking for in an aesthetic practitioner. I was a little skeptical of any type of invasive or non invasive surgery to my face but, after speaking to Ms. Sahar in length and doing my research I decided to go with the micro-needling and light botox to the eyes and forehead. Her professionalism was unmatched. Go see Sahar if you're in the area, go and take advantage of this service trust me you won't regret it.

We all have ideas of what procedures we want to have done (botox, fillers, etc) but once I met Tori…read moreI learned to put my trust in the hands of a true professional. What I thought I needed, Tori was able to discuss my expectations and developed a treatment plan that had amazing results! She has years of experience and truly understands the facial anatomy and how different procedures will look once healing has taken place. I found a new medical spa at ReNew You!

after spending almost $7,000 dollars I don't see any difference at all. nobody has called and asked…read moreme if I am happy with results. I would think someone would care if I was satisfied or not. Everyone was very nice but come on what happens now?

This office (in what seemed to be a private home) was deserted, which should have been a sign for…read moreme to leave. I was only there for a required referral to see a dermatologist, but they insisted on me peeing in a cup before I even filled out a new patient form. There was no discreet dropping off door- I had to carry the sample back to the receptionist. She could barely speak or write English. very weird experience. was all too glad to get out of there quickly. The doctor seems like a nice guy, but he should have retired years ago. It does not seem like he's kept up with new knowledge and technologies at all.

Dr. Patrick is Ok. He was very thorough in his examination. At some point I felt like he was…read moreperforming too many unnecessary tests just to get more money from the insurance company (and from me). like EKG where the problem was completely unrelated to my heart, and indeed my heart was fine. There were other examples. In terms of service and communication, his office is horrible. First, they almost never open so you often get to the answering service. not even one time out of 5 messages did they get back to me. I also faxed them, but heard nothing. When they do answer, they are unpleasant, impatient and unhelpful. I needed them to fax something to a specialist - they eventually faxed some one random page that was completely irrelevant to my medical problem. Everything you say you need to repeat like 3 times. So, if you need something from them - good luck, but don;t have high expectations.

I suffer from Meibomian gland dysfunction. The ophthalmologists I saw diagnosed it as resulting…read morefrom the many years of my lagophthalmos that permitted my meibomian glands to atrophy. After I saw an oculoplastic surgeon who performed several unsuccessful surgeries to treat my lagophthalmos, I decided to find someone who would approach my condition with a different strategy. I extensively researched oculoplastic surgeons practicing in the Maryland, DC, and Virginia area. My research led me to Dr. Zatezalo. From my first consultation with Dr. Zatezalo, I knew he was the surgeon for me. He is kind, smart, and compassionate along with experienced, talented, and creative in surgical procedures. He clearly explained to me that I needed full thickness skin grafts (FTSG) to functionally improve the operation of my eyelids. I had read about eyelid skin grafts from various Internet websites that described it as a last resort because of its complexity and routinely poor cosmetic outcome. Recovery may take up to a year or more before the grafts blend into the rest of your face and even then, they are usually a different texture and slightly off color. Dr. Z exerted no pressure on me to have the procedure. Deep down inside I knew I needed it. I had to do something as I could not go on living the way I was, and yet, I was afraid of what I would look like after a FTSG on my lower eyelids. I was using eyedrops nonstop during the day, and at night I would awaken every few hours in pain from the dryness and had to instill dry eye ointment. I wore sunglasses indoors because my eyes barely tolerated room lights or being out in the sunlight. I was miserable and my quality of life had gotten so poor, I did not want to leave my home. Dr. Zatezalo was very patient with me and again very honest. I had read many of his patient reviews of how he gave back his patients' lives through corrective surgery. I decided to move forward with full thickness skin grafts as Dr. Zatezalo recommended. In my case, it took approximately six months before the grafts started to blend in well with the surrounding skin and not be noticeable. My level of comfort improved immediately after the surgery as I now had more skin in my lower eyelids to help my eyes close completely. I no longer needed to use eyedrops and ointment like before. I was also able to tolerate artificial and natural light without sunglasses. I had the FTSG surgery in 2018. Today, people don't know I had it unless I point it out to them. The Zatezalo Group is located in a beautiful and modern office with easy parking access. Amelia and Kimmy, Dr. Zatezalo's staff, are super friendly, efficient, and helpful. I highly recommend Dr. Zatezalo to anyone who needs functional repair or desires cosmetic enhancement of their eyes. Thanks to him, the quality of my life has improved greatly. He really is a remarkable doctor and person.

Dr. Zatezalo did a wonderfully meticulous job aligning/lifting my eyebrows and removing excess skin…read moreon my upper eyelids. Pre-surgery, he spent a significant amount of time answering all my concerns/questions, listening carefully to my expectations - which was a natural looking result. He was confident he could achieve my wishes and the outcome was just as I imagined. His office is easy to work with and very responsive. Post-op care was also top notch. Would not hesitate to recommend him to others.