Genius. Saw him in the 90's. Need to get back. Damm HMO's. He's a teaching and consulting doctor and an author. I don't think anyone knows more about Derm than him! read more

So.....I had this dark freckle show up under my arm - I figured heck - I'm fair skinned - couldn't hurt to get it checked out. I searched on yelp and decided to go here. I called on Weds and was given a Friday apt - sweet. The office is no frills - thanks - I don't want to pay for your interior decorator. Let me just say, Dr. Emmet is straight to the point after a stern talking to about the sun...blah..blah. I get it doc! Turns out its just a freckle - no worries. I did have a full body check (you have to get completely naked) and now I'm relieved! And, only $25 co-pay. Well spent FYI: this is not the guy to go to for the whole cosmetic face peel thing - I'm sure he would do it but he's not in it for the money. He's more medical than cosmetic. read more

Great guy very knowledgeable diagnosed basel cell on my arm sliced it off. Went back 10 days later told me to use Aldara to make Sure all is gone. Time will tell. read more

Too often have I been let down by the medical professional field, but Dr. Emmet is quite the exception (based on my 1st visit). I was referred to Doctor Emmet by a Planned Parenthood clinic who had provided me with a short list of local dermatologists, who offer "cash" discounts for the uninsured, for an unidentifiable rash that neither PP nor Community Health Clinic could properly identify. First of all, the referring nurse practitioner highlighted another office/doctor as being easy/prompt to schedule an appointment but learned that they couldn't book me an appointment for another 2 months! In contrast Dr. Emmet's office booked me an appointment for the NEXT morning. Dr. Emmet's office is located in a small outdated single-story office building. The staff was pleasant. The seating is basic but comfortable. But, my experience with the doctor was great. He quickly and confidently diagnosed my skin lesion and he seemed to care about my situation as though I were his relative. He gave me earnest and clear recommendations for treatment and follow up care. And the pricing (considering I don't have health insurance) was unbelievably fair. I will return to him for any future dermatological needs and hopefully positively confirm this first encounter. Also, in "Googling" Dr. Steven Emmet, it appears that he is also affiliated with Scripps Healthcare (La Jolla). read more

I went in for a 15 minute checkup after reading about Dr. Emmet on Yelp, I thought it would be a good experience. The waiting room was pretty funky. I got there on time, waited 20 minutes, then was led to an examining room. I sat in an old dermatologists chair from the 60s, waited 20 more minutes, then he came to see me. He was a nice enough guy, we chatted about the east coast, it was fine. Then I got the bill, it was $175 for a 15 minute visit. I'm lucky I had good insurance. Anyway, this all would have warranted three stars, except when I had a question about my bill, I had to call every day for a week and a half. I left 4 messages over the course of two weeks. My calls were never answered, and I had no choice but to pay my bill uninformed. It was far from a great experience, and it certainly isn't how a "fabulous one of a kind genius" would be running a dermatology practice. read more

Dr. Emmet is a man that cares for his patients, their wellness and the education of them to have both a successful outcome and not repeat the same ailment if at all possible. He will go to any length required to help the healing process. He is consulted by many leading Doctors and he as well requests consultation when any doubt arises with the health of his patient. From day one I was unsure of what was wrong and from day one he told me that he would find an answer and a path to follow. Dr. Emmet does not care if you are comfortable, he does not care if you feel safe and coddled, he cares that you receive the best result he can provide. Doctor Emmet delivers on his doctors oath and we should all feel blessed to have crossed his path. read more

Dr Emmet is one of the BEST Derms you will find... period. I saw him 20 years ago with the worst eczema you could have. We tried lots of things but it did not clear up. One thing he told me that no other derm would say..... he told me to NEVER take an oral or injection of any steroids for the rest of my life.... NEVER. I always remembered that and no matter how much I was suffering I followed his advice. 20 years later science caught up with eczema with a new biologic called Dupixent. I fully cleared up with this new wonder drug... YET... if I had used the steroids I would not be alive to talk about it. Thank you SO MUCH for this critical advice DR! Eric Sacco read more

Doctor has condescending, sexist attitude, the office is dated with rock hard benches and a tiny bathroom (non-ADA compliant). There was a miscommunication with his answering service regarding office hours, which he first blamed on "the young ladies at my front desk", then on the answering service staff who misread his scrawled fax. No accountability was acknowledged or apology given. His ribald humor may be fine for the geriatric Borscht Belt crowd, and my 92-year old father liked him, but I terminated further care. He was hostile about my involvement as an advocate, asked me to leave the exam room (I refused) and doesn't have any professionalism. For what it's worth, my father's precancerous lesions were mostly effectively treated. However, the doctor ignored a lesion on his head, dismissed it as a scaly bump, gave him skin lotion - it was then biopsied by another dermatologist for squamous cell cancer. It was infected and required further treatment. Also note: my father fell a month ago, was in Scripps hospital receiving emergency care, and his skin was in bad shape. I called Dr. Emmet and asked if I could send a picture of his face as the Doctors were concerned and needed some input. His flippant comment to me was "I don't do tele-dermatology, honey." Use another dermatologist if you can. This doctor needs to retire. read more

It was impossible to get a complete sentence in before being cut off over and over. My wife and I were trying to ask simple questions and tell him about the situation and concerns with our infant daughter's rash, yet he continued to interrupt. He is very proud of himself and he will let you know. I left the office feeling like I gained nothing. They also do not take credit card payments over the phone. My wife, daughter, and myself all seen within the same 15-20 min period= $525. I will not return. read more

Excellent dermatologist! very knowledgeable and funny. Great staff!

this guy is hilarious...you have to have a good sense of humor though or else you won't like him. I love him though. The thing that is great about him is he won't cut moles out of you unless they need to be cut out. A lot of dermatologists out there just take things off just because (I personally think its to get the $$) - but Dr. Emmet will only take something off if it is a problem. read more

Been going here almost 10 years. Dr. Emmet is excellent. Yes, you need a sense of humor and yes he charges for his services...if you don't like either try something else. read more

I have to visit Dr Emmett and his most amazing assistant, Cristian, on a regular basis. Sadly, I am in there monthly which also results in me seeing Dr Crosby, an equally amazing doctor. Dr Emmet and Cristian are my initial stop which thanks to their keen eye often results in a cutting project with Dr Crosby. I know the skin doctors in my area (North County) and these folks are the best. It's true, get ready to hear about it if you are in the sun. Give credit where credit is due so here I am. Cristian also makes the visit much easier with his warm charm. Love the guy! The office staff are also nice and get the job done. Refreshing. Not a pleasant place to visit but feel very confidant these people will take good care of you. Cynthia Tigh read more

Went to see this doctor because my insurance recommended him to me. I found him hard to relate to and felt like the whole time I was being talked down to. Anyways, he ordered a completely unnecessary blood test because he thought I had a thyroid issue (another doctor was easily able to rule this out. After I had a blood test I tried contacting the office multiple times but they are always closed or tell me they'll call me back. I ended up going to another doctor because Emmet left the country and left me hanging for almost a whole month and I got tired of waiting. They charged me and my insurance $175 for nothing. Go to another doctor. read more

i would not recommend anyone to Dr Emmet. He did not offer me any professional services. However, he billed my insurance and me for almost $200 for an exam that was over in less than 10 seconds!! Then he told me to come back in 30 days. He asked more questions about my personal life and my ex-husband's medical practice in NYC than the medical reason I came in to see him about. I am sorry I did not read the other negative reviews about Dr Emmet prior to seeing him. His office is quite outdated. He does not accept credit cards either. I never went back because I changed insurance carriers, but I will never waste my time or money on Dr Emmet. read more

I was looking for a dermatologist for my teen who had a bad case of acne. I found Dr. Emmet from Yelp, and gave him a try. He asked me how I found him, and when I told him from the internet, he told me that was not the way to do it. But it worked, he is FABULOUS Within two weeks we started to see dramatic improvement, and over the next few months he pulled my son off the oral antibiotics and adjusted his medication as his skin improved. Dr. Emmet is bright, funny, and definately knows his stuff. Now my younger teen started to have acne, and I immediately took him to Dr. Emmet. If you think acne can't be successfully treated, you are wrong! Of course the patients do need to use their medication, but that is a different story. (Dr. Emmet can tell when they haven't followed instructions). read more

Dr. Emmet has been my dermatologist for many years. He is a fine doctor, straight forward and no nonsense. He is caring and takes time with his patients. My wife once found a suspicious looking mole and I got in to see Dr. Emmet immediately. No delay. Fortunately it wasn't anything serious but his concern genuine. He is definitely a good guy and a great doctor. read more

Been There will not come back, I will say the harsh comments are way out of line...they are too complementary !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I have been going to Dr. Emmet for skin issues since I was 17...which is now 40 years ago. He is an incredible dermatologist and no nonsense. I have always been completely satisfied with his diagnosis and cures. I have taken my children to him and referred many friends who have always been pleased. His advice for staying out of the sun and always wearing sunscreen is now being touted all over the news. You and your skin will be happy you came here and be on your way to better health quickly. read more

Dr. Emmet is a great doctor, I have taken my entire family to him, he is good with kids and elderly! He is always to the point, never recommends unnecessary treatment and very thorough. His office is not too fancy , but that tells me that I am not paying for interior decorator. I definitely recommend him to everyone! read more

I walked into this office for the first time and was not greeted or welcomed by anyone as the receptionist ran out the door to talk with someone outside. The visit only continued to get worse... after a 30 minute wait in the reception area I was finally taken back to see the Dr. Emmet and from the moment he walked in he was rude and abrasive. He scolded me for using my phone to text as he walked in ( I was actually sending an email to a client while I waited on him to come in and then shut my phone off), and then he scolded me and gave me a very hard time for finding him on the internet (actually Aetna's navigator and doctor locator site for my network). Instead of welcoming me and actually being somewhat friendly to a new patient he made me feel unwelcome and like a nuisance. He spoke to me as though I was a small child ( I am 32 years old) and continued to badger me to the point that I asked him if I had done something to make him upset or offend him (even though I had never met this man before nor had I spoken to him). He was completely unprofessional, unfriendly, and just a jerk overall. I feel sorry for anyone working for him or who has to deal with him on a daily basis. I do not recommend him in any way shape or form. I was so offended by his behavior that I told him this was not what I had in mind for my visit and I left- I walked out of the appointment and asked for my personal information back. I have never walked out of a doctor's office in my entire life. I'm from the east coast and would not find this behavior tolerable on the west or east coast or anywhere else for that matter. I will look for a doctor with a good bedside manner and some people skills as well as the ability to give good advice. This man should not be seeing patients. read more

Dr. Emmet can be trusted to check your skin issues out carefully. I had some slides re-evaluated by him as a second opinion before having surgery. The "probable melanoma" was found to be a freckle, and the other spot was easily removed by freezing it off rather than cutting it out. As he says frequently, he's not in this for the money. He doesn't do cosmetic stuff, and he hates, hates, hates the sun, so be prepared to hear about it when you go to the office. I just tell him that I don't plan to stop surfing and running any time soon, so I'll just get checked a little more frequently. I didn't give him five stars here because I actually would like a dermatologist who does it all--makes me glamorous instead of just healthy--but I'm actually quite impressed with him. It's easy to get an appointment, he's funny in a New Yorker, sun-hating kind of way, and I am delighted to find someone who isn't going for the maximum treatment, which the three others whom I've seen recently seemed to do. read more