This office left me with many unnecessary biopsy scars all over my body from PAs that do not know what they are doing. After getting both a 2nd and third opinion of moles that this office INSISTED be biopsied saying i was HIGHLY prone to melanoma despite 7 previous mole biopsy in the past 1.5 years being completely benign and 1 with mild dysplasia (practically benign), no family history, i never tan etc. i realized I was their biopsy cash cow. Every other doctor I told of my experience who I go to for routine skin checks have told me they were milking me for money especially given my age at the time (early 20s). This office literally traumatized me about skin cancer and I now go to a therapist to deal with very bad health anxiety and trust issues with doctors. Also for a punchline on how biopsy crazy this office is with even no moles. They biopsied a suspected fungal infection on me. A FUNGAL INFECTION. Ask any doctor and the first thing you do for a suspected fungal inspection is prescribe a fungicide and see if it cures it.. then you look further. Nope straight to biopsy. I told doctors this story and they have been horrified by this practice. read more

Saw Dr. McCormick the 1st time two weeks ago. Now, having gone back as not a "new" patient anymore, I saw her P.A. I asked him if she followed up with my other dr. to prescribe another medication she wanted to give me. The P.A. hadn't a clue and would ask her. I had waited 2 weeks for this answer and apparently she did nothing. And now I waited 20 more minutes with no one returning. So I left. Talk about paying to see a specialist and not seeing them and not getting answers as no one cared enough to be professional and follow through. Better doctors are in Brooklyn. read more

Doctor is great, but the clinic is dirty. Went to their light box room chair wasn't clean. Saw some dried skin in the chair unsanitary. Im not sure if someone dandruff or they did a procedure read more

Rob is the best. The staff is great I don't know why the reviews are bad. Wait time is minimal.

Today,Oct. 1st I went to the office for a follow-up visit. I started going to Dr. McCormack's office about two years. I was referred to the PA...Robert Cipolla. He is wonderful....a good listener, explains the problem and which steps are involved in dealing with the issue. He always makes me feel comfortable in discussing my case. He has been 100% correct on several issues. I also want to compliment the office staff. They are always polite and approachable. They are always willing to accommodate you. read more

Dr. McCormack is an outstanding doctor who treated me for basal cell carcinoma. She is an extraordinary doctor with a wonderful staff. read more

Dr.mccormack has attended to every question and fear I've had about my skin. Not only is she informative she is direct which I appreciate. The quality of care is like no other. At the end of the day it is about her care and service and she is truly like no other around. She will give you the answers you need and the results you deserve. Thank you Dr. read more

Only use this practice as a last resort! Terrible bedside manner from Dr. McCormack and the medical assistant. Very little respect for the elderly. Only nice people work at the desk. Dr. Penrose is much better! Much more thorough and kind. read more

Went to my appointment on time and the doctor left right before I came. No call to notify me that they were canceling my appt. Wasted my time and gas driving here thru traffic just to tell me they needed to reschedule could have told me that before I wasted my time. DO NOT RECOMMEND. HORRIBLE STAFF! read more

Worst drs office I've been to. The incompetent front desk workers along with the NASTY office manager had lead me to look somewhere else for a dermatologist!!! Do not use this office!! read more

Oh, I wish I had read these reviews before coming to this place! I had nothing but bad experiences. And I kept giving them second chances, and they failed every time. Today was my last time. And I will make sure none of my friends or family will ever go there. For starters, Wednesday is apparently the only day that the "surgeon or doctor" is there, so they overbook patients. This means they try to make a lot of money at the cost of their patients time, because you can be sure you will be at that waiting room for more than 2 hours before someone even looks at you. The first time I went, was with my little girl, for her skin condition. Not only they had us waiting, as usual, but the doctor or whoever was that saw her, was in the room for less than 2 minutes! He was one foot in and the other out of the door! I started coming up with questions to keep him in. Absolutely unacceptable! What kind of doctor would treat their patients with such lack of respect and complete disregard? That would be Patricia McCormack and all the people who work for her. This is very unfortunate read more

I brought my daughter here for an initial visit. The PA rushed the appointment, did not answer her questions. The medication she was prescribed was not covered under my insurance so I called the office to see if there was an alternative and if not if a letter of medical necessity can be written and sent over to the insurance. I was told they would pass the message to the PA who would call me back- nothing was done. No letter of medical necessity, no alternative- not even a phone call back. I called 2 weeks after to ask again. Still no response. Also, I paid my copay the time of the visit and just received a bill for the copay in the mail. When I called up and told them and offered them proof of my bank statement and the receipt given to me by the medical assistant at the front desk as proof of payment. They told me once again someone will call me back, this time in 7-8 business days with an outcome--- An outcome--- seriously? It takes your business 7-8 business days to check if you took my payment? And I am offering you proof of the payment. Horrible place to deal with. read more

Worst experience ever. I had mohs done on my cheek. I knew it was going to be a process they said it could take up to 3 hrs between scrapping and testing. I had an 1130 appointment, was not taken in until after 12, scraped and done within a few minutes and I was told they would call me in a hour for me to come back. Over 3 hours, I am still just waiting. No call or anything. I finally asked and they took me in, so apparently they forgot to call me for 3hrs. There were over 30 people in The waiting room, mostly elderly and not enough chairs for them. I felt terrible for them. I was finally taken in after nearly 4hrs to be scrapped again only to be left alone in a room that had blood all over the floor and my tray that had my name had blood all over it. I asked someone to come in and clean and when I asked about my bloody tray they said oh well it's just you we don't use it in anyone else, so my blood has been sitting on the blade and tray papers for over 3.5 hrs, ok super clean! So what ever the procedure was finally completed at about 6pm and I went across the street to pick up my prescription that I was told they would be calling in at 11:15am when I arrived only to wait at Walgreens on line for 1/2 hr only to find out the office never called in my script. If I didn't need to go get stitches out this week I would never go back and I never plan on going back. It's so gross, the health department should pay a visit to them in surgery days. How can you not sanitize a medical room before a new patient comes in?? read more

WORST EXPERIENCE EVER! Had basal cell carcinoma on front top of my head. I was told before scheduling I would only have a tiny bit of hair removed from the area and if they had to go back in it would be a little more. The day I went for the Mohs surgery the doctor that came in literally scalped the hair off a large part of my head, totally unnecessary!! I was also told to leave it uncovered as much as possible to heal, which I later find out from my new dermo that that's the worst thing you can do you will develop scabs WHICH I DID over my stitches. Imagine how that felt when I had to have them removed!! I was charged a copay every time I went back for follow ups or to be seen because my head was a mess! (All about money) Do you think that Dr McCormack ever was scheduled to see me as many times as I went back because my head was a mess? NO! I am now scheduled to see a plastic surgeon for a possible scar revision! Do yourself a favor and stay far away... read more

I will never come back to this practice. Unfortunately I came here for nearly three years not knowing any better and had many mole biopsies. Many of those biopsies came back moderate/severe and they did further surgical excisions of the areas which required stitches. I am left with scars each about an inch in length that have turned into keloids for a tiny mole. I never saw the doctor and was always treated by the PA. The office would refuse to give me biopsy results over the phone during a pandemic. They kept insisting I make an appointment to come into the office for the results probably so that they can bill the insurance for the visit. It seems they only care about making money and did the more invasive procedure that they can bill the insurance more for. ALWAYS GET A SECOND OPINION! Also, they never addressed my original concerns and just wanted to do a ton of mole biopsies. When I asked about my original concern they said I would have to wait until next time because they already did too many biopsies and the insurance wouldn't cover anything else for this visit. My new doctor who is a medical director of a melanoma and skin cancer center basically said that the surgical excisions were not necessary and that a further shaving of the mole to determine if everything abnormal was removed would have been sufficient. This procedure left me with a little scar (just slight discoloration). A biopsy confirmed everything was removed. I WILL NEVER RECOMMEND THIS OFFICE TO ANYONE. I wish I can give zero stars for this office. read more

Do yourself a favor.... Read all the NEGATIVE reviews. Worst experience!!!! My wife had Basal Cancer cells removed from her head above her ear. Large incision which needed 14 stitches. What dr doesn't proscribe PAIN MEDICATION. I called next day told the office my wife didn't sleep and was in pain. They told me to wait till next day to return to office. Worst dr ever. Read all the NEGATIVE COMMENTS they are TRUE 11/26/2019 read more

This review is actually for Dr. Patricia McCormack. She works out of the Pt. Pleasant, NJ office and I had the unfortunate experience of meeting with her. I can see by other reviews, people were completely dissatisfied with their office visit and I can completely see why. First, the front desk was filled with young girls who seem to judge you and act like they do not want to be working there. When I said I do not have insurance and that I would be paying cash for everything, I was given a bunch of dirty looks, as if they pitied me. I have a good job and as long as I am getting my money's worth, I do not mind spending it. However, I did not get what I paid for. First visit was $150. They did a full body check and diagnosed the specific issue I had. I had a very small cyst that I wanted removed. The first doctor I saw said it would go away if the injected it with a steroid. That would be another visit and $75. Fine, as long as it would be gone. But then Patricia McCormack came in and said her assistant was wrong. I would the cyst scraped for it to go away. I felt uncomfortable and started asking questions but she seemed annoyed and walked out. She was in the exam room for a minute and a half total then left. So, I set up another appointment to get the cyst scraped and removed. That was another $75. I was ok with this since I knew it would be removed and it would be worth it. Took all of 5 minutes and then they set me up for a follow up appointment two weeks later. The office does not call to confirm your appointments so unless you remember to go, you are screwed. I called ahead of time because I had a feeling this follow up wouldn't be free and I wanted to double check. They told me it was $75 for a follow up apt, which means it's not really a follow up appointment! A follow up is for the doctor to check their own work. It should cost nothing. In this case, the cyst was still there and I would have to go and pay another $75 just so she can see that it was still there. Then, they would charge me another fee on top of that to get it removed again. Complete waste of my time and money. They were so unhelpful and rude. They did not act like they cared and I would never recommend anyone going to the Staten Island office OR the Pt pleasant, NJ one. Fuck her. read more

Came here the first time, had a biopsy done for our son. Then had to come back 3 weeks later for follow up. They ONLY accept copay in a form of cash, normally in most doctor's office follow up don't require copay. Over all, i am just not feeling this place, from staffs to doctors this will be our last i be taking anyone there never mind refering anyone else. And oh did i mention they even have a ATM in the office just to make sure you get them the cash for the copayment. Have no idea what kind of establishment is this, it seems like they care less about the patients. I should have done a research before coming here, because we had to return for our son's biopsy results and didn't want him to go through doing another one, that's why we are back for the follow up, other then that, NEVER AGAIN. read more

My daughter had unnecessary biopsies 1 yr ago ....The a PA informed us that my daughter had malignant melanoma and handed us pamphlets?? Im sorry wheres the Dr? My father is a physician knowing better I went to Robert Woods they did the slides in their pathology office which came back negative.. .McCormick trying 2 cover her ass had another PA call me and asked if they could send them out to a better pathologist.. .My Dr in Robert woods did her internship with him and they still work closely together..Never heard from a real Dr Mcormick do you exist or just send your PAs out to make you more money so these PAs can pay back their loans....Get a 2nd opinion anywhere you go be your own adovacate....My daughter and I had 3 weeks of hell waiting for the results to come back from Robert woods thank god they were just A Typical moles....Stay away read more

I visited Dr. McCormack on 3/1/13 for a rash and itching condition on my arms and legs. I saw both the Doctor and the PA. Neither actually diagnosed the condition or the cause. Instead I was told to use Dove brand soap, shower with cooler water and was given a prescription. I went to Costco to fill the script and was told that the cream would cost $900.00 It is outrageous to be given a prescription for that costly a cream without some sort of indication from the doctor that the cost was so prohibitive. I understand if I have a life threatening illness and this cream is the ointment that will save my very life.....but to use in the same sentence, to switch to a different soap and use a $900 cream, is scandalous. Utterly outrageous. read more

Was skeptical to come here because of all the negative reviews, however, my experience was great. Saw the PA Kristen who was very nice and helped me with exactly what I needed. Also, my appointment was at 3:45 and I was out by 4:15. A lot of the reviews mention the extended wait time but I got in and out pretty quickly without feeling rushed. I did not see the doctor so I cannot comment on that but I recommend seeing the PA Kristen who was very very nice. She wrote me a prescription and told me that if it wasn't covered by my insurance she would call and try to have it covered. It ended up being covered and was ready only an hour after I left the office so she must have called it right away. read more

Today I have appointments with my son, I'm so happy with the treatment, they listen and addressed all the problems he have at the moment. We waiting for some approval from the insurance. But I know all the medicine will be work. Thanks to all the personal read more

I saw PA Robert for the first time. He was very knowlegeable and professional. I will definitely recommend to others.

A few Monday's ago I had an appointment to see the doctor I walked into the office and Dr mccormack was sitting behind the desk talking as I left this office still talking I was never so happy in my life to be out of an office There is something going on there and I dont think it is medical read more

I had previously written a positve review about Dr McCormack and her office staff in Point Pleasant however now I have the complete opposite opinion. I have been trying to get biopsy results and blood work from 3 weeks ago. I called, left messages and even stopped by the office today. Each time I was totally ignored. Today I was told to sign and release which I did. This staff member told me they legally have 30 additional days to give me results and my files. What on earth does this mean? On January 4th I had a horrible skin rash with severe joint pain, swollen ankles, wrist, tongue. This condition was severe enough to put me in the ER . I may add this could have been a reaction to medication that Dr McCormack prescribed. I still need to understand what had happened to me but apparently Dr McCormack and her staff see absolutely no urgency in patient care. I should have listened to the negative reviews. They are all accurate. If Dr McComarck reads this review-I would appreciate my test results as soon as possible as I am concerned about a possible reoccurance without having a proper diagnosis. Thank you read more

Horrible PA Jason , Dr did you interview him before hire!!! Your rest of your staff was wonderful !!! it was like I was a bother to have procedure done .Wanted me to come back for a cancer screening ! Really u didn't help that day!!! I worked for a Dr . He not helping you Dr... read more

Never again. I have been to this office 3 times and not once have I ever seen Dr. McCormack. I am beginning to think she doesn't exist. The PA was good but I would have liked to see the doctor - at least for the first visit!! The chairs in the waiting room are PLASTIC! And there is one wooden bench. Can you say uncomfortable! They only take cash, however, there is an ATM machine in the waiting room - SHADY!!! Beware!! read more

I cannot stress enough how awful this doctor's office is. I've been here multiple times for multiple issues and there has been scheduling problems, payment problems, they have lost my file, I have waited over an hour and a half at times to see someone (who is never the actual doctor), and I've never had a fully great experience here. The front desk people are not friendly or helpful in anyway, The PA are nice but I do not feel like I am being treated to the best of the ability. Not to mention that I had a procedure done and it left a terrible scar. I finally have new insurance and can't wait to see a new dermatologist, do yourself a favor and find somewhere else read more

Horrible !!!!! The staff is rude you never see Dr McCormack they make you see the PA. ATM machine in the waiting area which is tasteless. Kirsten was the only good PA their she left and they gave no explanation why. I'm glad I left read more

Update: Almost a year later and still feel awful when looking back on this experience and the fear they instilled in me. I am doing absolutely fine and never needed any kind of further treatment on the benign mole they told me I would die from. However, I do have awful scars from the moles they removed that look like cigarette burns. read more

I come in and out of Point Pleasant quite a bit; I have NEVER had a bad experience with Dr. McCormack. She has always made room me in her busy schedule and given me nothing but personal attention and care. Her staff is competent, efficient, and caring. I highly recommend Dr McCormack for your dermatology needs. read more

I initially went to see Dr. McCormack in Dec 14 to evaluate a bump on my back that did not go away. Like others, I was seen by the PA. She said it was likely a cyst, that she could remove or the Dr. could. I told her that I would prefer Dr. McCormack. I schedule appointment for last Friday, Jan 9. I took day off from work as apt was @ 115. I get there early, wait 15 minutes & then was taken into room. Again like others I was asked why I was there, don't understand why it was not in my chart or their appointment schedule. PA comes in, told him that Dr. was to do procedure. McCormack then comes in very nasty & rude, tells me that I'm late for my appointment and that she has no time since she has a dentist appt. When I tell her I am not late, that my appt card said 115, she asks "Well, where is your appt card" - like I would lie to them. She tells me it does not have to be removed, that she could just inject it with cortisone - I told her to forget about it. I wanted it to be removed as my father had cancer, precautionary for me. I do not know why she considers herself to be a medical doctor much less a dermatologist as it strongly appears that she is only interested in the money making aspect of cosmetic dermatology. I would never recommend her or her practice to anyone - maybe she was good at one time or was able to be cordial & polite to her patients, but she should retire or just stay on the cosmetic side of things, It is very ironic that all over her office, they are these plaques that say she was named a "Best Doctor", don't know who she paid off to get those or if they are even real. read more

I'm not sure which is worse-the negative(and very accurate)reviews or the doctor's condescending, self-righteous responses to them. My experience in her office is an exact duplication of the ones described here-young, haughty, rude staff and physicians and PA's who literally have one foot pointed at the door signaling that they don't have the time to deal with you. I wouldn't subject my dog to that office. The last time I was there -the waiting room was standing room only-with many elderly people having to stand and wait on the doctor-whose time is clearly more valuable than her patients' time. No excuses, Dr McCormack. The way you run your practice is a disgrace as described all over this page. read more

She was referred by my Doctor, for a rash on my back. Her office is chaotic, the staff are rude and not friendly at all. I waited about 15 mins, they brought me to an office where i waited another 20 mins. Dr, McCormack walks in like shes in a hurry asks me whats wrong , I tell her and she looks and turns around and writes a prescription and leaves, doesnt even talk to me and find out how many times it occurred...nothing! she is so rude and I hated the visit. , but they make sure they collect their money! NEVER AGAIN!! went back to my doctor and told him about her, he was upset to hear that because he refers people to her. read more

I went to this doctor 9 years ago and I see, based on recent reviews, I see she has not changed at all. What they say are completely true. I am the type of patient that don't mind the long wait time or even the rude front desk but when I make an appt with a DOCTOR I expect to be seen by a DOCTOR and not some peon assistant. What they say are all true, she rushed in with her 2 peons and disregarded anything I had to say and rushed back out, seriously it was not even 2 mins so I had to ask the peon assistant all my questions which he just looked dumbfounded. 2 mins is being generous seriously felt like 1 min! You make patients wait forever in the waiting rm but spend only a min with them?! I knew I was NEVER going to come back. I'm just glad there's yelp and reviews so people can be warned, wish I had that 9 years ago! And if I could give her NO stars I would but too bad yelp doesn't have that feature. Update: since the "doc" felt the need to reply to my review, i am going to say is even if I went to her today she would not remember who the patient was since she doesn't even spend 2 mins with the patient. there is nothing "strange" posting a neg review since we now have a platform to do so and did not 9 yrs ago! seriously, why would i call ur office to complain so i can waste my time, energy, & money AGAIN? NO THANKS! i just take my business elsewhere and find a doc who has bedside manners! do you see any other negative reviews i wrote about any other doctors? look deep waaaay deep and check yourself! have a great day!! read more

I've been to doctors in Staten Island, Brooklyn and Manhattan for treatment for an auto immune disease. I visit the office monthly for injections and always had a pleasant experience. The staff is nice and caring, I also never wait long. Dr. Mccormack is very knowledgeable and takes her time and answers all my questions. I also take my children to see her and they like her as well. I would recommend her to anyone who needs a dermatologist. read more

I went to see Dr McCormack for some strange rash on my leg. Her staff was really friendly and helpful. She made me feel extremely welcome, and it turned out to be just poison ivy (first time i had it, in my 30's- who knew). I would definitely recommend Dr.McCormack and her staff. I know she also provides a lot of skin care and cosmetic services and has offices in Linden and Pt.Pleasant. read more

Wish there was a no star option. never see the doctor, long wait times, barely even examine you,can't get them on the phone, had to call 6 times to get the results of fa culture that took almost 6 weeks to get the results and then they refused to give me the results over the phone, said I had to come in to get them, so if they were negative, I'd have had to pay to get the results! If you roll the dice and go there, make sure you ask to see the doctor or else you'll only see a PA. Has 3 offices so they propably don't need your business, make money on the private skin line. read more

I had an appointment a few weeks ago at this doctors office I was meeting my friend their. I walked in the office and it was very very crowded. We went to sign in and my friend said there is the doctor and pointed to the front. The doctor was sitting in the front office talking when the office was overbooked Horrified we left read more

I did not realize that a physician assistant would be seeing me, not Dr. McCormack. Patients should be advised about this when they are making an appointment and given a choice. I know that PAs receive a lot of training, but I would have preferred an MD for my situation. Had I known I would be seeing a PA, I would not have scheduled an appointment. The PA spent maybe 2-3 minutes with me and basically confirmed what I already deduced. Building and office are old fashioned and run down. Seems they don't have computerized records as there were several hard copy file folders behind reception desk. Office staff seemed pleasant enough. I will not be returning here. read more