Dr Blumenstrauch is an excellent dermatologist and a very fine gentleman, knowledgesable, cordial…read moreand interested in his patient's welbeing. He has cared for my wife and me for several years and I highly recommend him.

I was able to make a next-day appointment for two suspicious looking skin lesions. Dr, Blumensrauch…read moreM.D. examined my skin thoroughly. A biopsy was performed quickly and painlessly. Dr. Blumensrauch and his staff are highly skilled, knowledgeable, and caring professionals. The Skin Institute incorporates both preventive and corrective practices for maintaining healthy, glowing, skin. Thank you, Dr. Blumensrauch! Respectfully, Lisa Guillemin

I had these dry spots on my head and shoulders that I wanted removed. Simple. But I had been to…read moreTHREE (count 'em) THREE dermatologists previously, and they were, let's just say, not so great. I didn't feel like they were listening, first of all, then, I never found out what the spots were from either of the places I had been, or what caused them, (one guy said it was from the sun, no other explanation. Just, The Sun.), while his nurse assistant annoyingly twiddled around on her phone. Another place kept me waiting, said they did a cancer screening, (but I never got undressed?) In short, I was more than unhappy and the results were far from acceptable. UNTIL, that is, I went to see Dr. Rackett. In a short visit, he checked every inch of my skin for a cancer screening, and we DISCUSSED the results. That hadn't been done at previous places. Then, he FROZE off the scary dry spots (results in 1-2 weeks), TOLD ME what they were, and a little about them, gave me a pamphlet to read about it and was, in general, a super nice guy! At the end, he even asked me if there was anything else he could do! I mean, WOW!! So-- I would not only go back to see him again, I would recommend his office to anyone with skin issues. Truly. Everyone in the office was really great. Thank you!!

Everything about this office is very welcoming and friendly. The care in the office is top notch.read more

I can't say enough wonderful things about Dr. David and her amazing staff! I've been seeing Dr…read more David for several years now and she has always been kind, patient, compassionate and incredibly positive. I have struggled with severe eczema my entire life and Dr. David was able to prescribe medication that has helped clear my skin tremendously. I'm so grateful for the care, knowledge, and genuine concern she has shown me throughout the years. It also makes me especially happy and grateful that my son is able to see her as well. Knowing that my family is in such caring and capable hands means so much to me. Dr. David and her staff are truly amazing, and I'm incredibly thankful for everything they do. I would absolutely and highly recommend Dr. David to anyone looking for an excellent dermatologist. Thank you, Dr. David and your wonderful staff, for all that you do!

I'll start with the good. Parking was easy, the building is nice, the office was easy to find, and…read moreoverall the facility itself is great. Unfortunately, my experience inside the office was a completely different story. From the minute I walked in, something just felt off. The first person who greeted me at the front desk simply asked, "What's your name?" No hello, no welcome, no "How are you?" Just straight to business. I actually said, "Hey, how are you doing?" and had to repeat myself. It almost seemed like he was surprised that I was asking how he was doing. It might sound like a small thing, but first impressions matter, especially in a medical office. A simple "Hi, welcome in" goes a long way. The office was also extremely quiet. I didn't see any other patients, there wasn't much going on, and the same elevator-type music seemed to be playing on a loop. I sat in the lobby for about five minutes while I could see staff talking in the back. Eventually, someone came out and brought me into an exam room. This is where things became even more uncomfortable. I was told to undress and stand on a white cloth because the floor was cold. No gown or robe was offered. I had to specifically ask for one, and the response was basically that they normally don't give patients one. I said I wanted one, and they eventually gave me one. That was a big red flag for me. If you're asking someone to undress for an exam, providing some type of covering seems like a pretty basic patient-comfort thing. Then the doctor came in with another person holding an iPad. I had no idea who she was at first. I asked and was told she was there to help document everything. Maybe that's standard for this office, but when someone is potentially about to examine you while you're undressed, I think an introduction and explanation beforehand would be appropriate. At that point, I had already made up my mind. I wasn't comfortable getting undressed or doing a full exam. I stayed dressed, asked the doctor to look at the two specific things I came in for, and kept the visit short. When I checked out, they asked if I wanted to schedule another appointment because the doctor wanted to see me again in 30 days. I declined. But here's the part that really sealed it for me. About 30 minutes after I left, I actually called the office because I wanted to give the doctor feedback directly rather than just go online and write a review. I asked to speak with her and was told she wasn't available. I left my phone number and asked for a callback. They even asked what the call was about, and I specifically said I wanted to provide feedback about my experience. I never received a call back. That was red flag number four. The frustrating part is that none of my concerns were about the building, parking, or even the doctor's medical knowledge. It was the overall experience and the lack of basic communication and warmth. Say hello when someone walks in. Explain what's going to happen before asking them to undress. Offer them something to cover themselves with. Introduce the additional person entering the exam room. And if a patient calls afterward specifically wanting to provide feedback, at least acknowledge the call. Those little things matter. I left feeling less like a patient and more like I was just being moved through a process. And when I tried to give the office an opportunity to hear that feedback directly, nobody called me back. Based on my experience, I won't be returning, and with the number of dermatologists available throughout Torrance and the South Bay, I personally wouldn't recommend this office.

If this is the same guy I think he is he was not only affable and professional but like me had a…read moregreat sense of humor. I used to be super popular in the bar and bat mitzvah circuit and did a lot of jewish weddings and even a Gentile I have one of those senses of the humor that everybody appreciates and this guy was no exception I had a couple spots he said you can freeze those off no problem. He was a good guy he was we would call a mensch even though I'm not a landsman

I think the staff needs to be more responsive toward emails and returning phone calls.read more

She's so thoughtful and thorough. And my family have been coming to her for years! She's wonderfulread more

I have been going to Dr. Yun for many years, but I noticed that she has stopped doing the…read moremeasurements she use to do on moles, growths etc. even though it says she does them on my paperwork! She spends much less time with your body scan also. I am supposed to see her every six months because of my history with melanoma, but she schedules me for once a year. I like her personally she has a good bed side manner, but I have to point out things I am concerned about. Even a melanoma that led to surgery/removable by another doctor.

Spent 5 minutes with me and provided zero solutions. Was…read morenot provided a follow up, or estimate for treatment needed. Didn't need to hear that spots were age related, that is not what I came in for and no woman wants to hear anything about age. Front office is clueless, lazy and fails to follow up. Disappointed with both doctors. I came in with a valid concerns and left with no plan.

Dr Miguel Gutierrez is the best dermatologists I have used. I have used many dermatologists to…read moretreat my problems. The other dermatologists just gave me some prescriptions without explain what were the cause of my problems, how these prescriptions do for my problems and what are the side effects of these drugs. Dr Gutierrez is extremely knowledgeable and explain everything I need to know and curred my 40 years problems. I really appreciate his treatments.

If I could give Doctor MacDougall 100 stars I would. I have been dealing with a skin problem on…read moremy hands for over 5 years. I have gone to at least 6 doctors and NONE of them helped me solve my problem. My hands would crack, bleed and flake and suffered with this for years, it was embarrassing handing money to cashiers. I finally went to Dr. MacDougall in Manhattan Beach and after two different creams Dr. MacDougall had one more magic trick in his arsenal AND that finally did the trick, I was cured AFTER JUST TWO WEEKS!!!! It was an expensive cream that he had to get approval from my insurance company, but he was eagerly willing to do the paperwork to help me. I cannot praise him more highly; my skin irritation has not returned and it has been about 3-4 weeks. HALLULAH My husband is a patient of Dr. MacDougall too and he also has high praises for him. It takes a while to get an appointment BUT IT WAS WORTH IT. HE IS THE ABSOLUTE BEST. I don't want to mention the creams because I don't want people going there to ask for this cream, if it is not right for you, I sure worked for me.

Years ago my smart wife told me to make an appointment with Dr. Jamie. I had a thing on my nose I…read morewasn't sure about and my mom has skin cancer history. Well, it was a blessing to find him because I has a basil cell cancer and he found it. Since then, I go twice a year and he takes out the "blowtorch" to keep me in good skin health. He cares, he's smart plus we laugh. And talk about other stuff that just medicine. He is a modest fantastic doctor and I'm glad to have him as my doctor. His staff is cut from the same and they are also right on it. I speak from my heart when I say if you're looking for a dermatologist, give Dr. Jamie a call and you'll be in very good hands. This is one good dude! His offices are in Manhattan Beach and are easy to get in and out of. Thx Dr. j!

Same experience as the other 1 star reviews: Dr Gary Chuang himself is great (no problems there!)…read more The problem is the office/billing. I wonder if Dr Chuang sold his practice to a private equity firm because the office is now all about profit and not about patient care. Also, I have been double billed, billed for crazy amounts (like hundreds of dollars for a skin check when I called my insurance and was only supposed to pay my $40 copay) and then it's soooooo much work to and hassle: his office just drains the life out of you and makes you want to give up and just let them keep your money. The final straw is that now the office has a new policy where you have to keep a credit card on file. This seems rampant for abuse! I decided to quit this practice rather than have to go through the hassle of this office changing my credit card aimlessly and fraudulently.

made me pay before removing things while in the chair - then billed my insurance!!!…read moreThe removal was trouble free.