I originally went to Dr. Frederick's office a few years ago before my wedding to clear up an issue I was having with acne. His office was being renovated but the office staff on the phone failed to tell me that. So when I showed up, an office worker from another office told me and got me their address. Well, I don't know if he was on vacation or what, but they had given me an appointment with Dr. Carolyn Pass. Fine, whatever- I just wanted to see a doctor!
Fast forward to several years later. The acne issue is back and I'm trying to get ready for beach season. Well, I call and make the appointment and the woman tells me the soonest appointment at the end of the day is in 2 months! WHAT?! She ended up giving me a 1:15pm appointment, so I took the day off of work. I got to the office around 12:45 and ended up waiting until 1:40 to even be called back into a room! Then it was another 10 minutes or so before anyone came in. But that person was the receptionist looking for office supplies. Ugh.
Finally, the doctor came in and basically told me that I was a liar and that the original situation never happened (because he's been there since the 70s). Again, whatever- I just need medical help. He proceeded to prescribe me a MONTH of antibiotics. For a slightly annoying acne problem. Seriously? This is why there are antibiotic resistant strains of bacteria, people. His one saving grace was that he did recommend a good lotion for my dry skin.
But no, I won't be following up with him in a month. And I'm not filling that prescription. You're better off finding another dermatologist. I will be next time. read more