I've been seeing Dr. Kandula for a few years now and I always have a good experience. The doctor…read moregives a thorough examination during my skin checks, ensuring that my skin's health is being evaluated properly. The office is beautiful and clean, an exemplary model of what a medical office should look like. The staff are efficient and friendly; all the medical assistants have always been very welcoming. I would absolutely recommend this location for all dermatological needs.

compassionate , knowledgeable, professional , informative. The team works for your best self.read more

I think I've said it a multitude of times in some of my reviews but--- here we go again! ----…read more"getting old sucks, but it beats the alternative." I never gave the topic of skin cancer a 2nd thought until my father had to have a spot on his skin removed over 30 years ago. This threw me into a profound depression, and I got drunk (in those days, I didn't really need profound depression, or even mild depression, as an excuse to get drunk, although it was to my mind a very good excuse/reason). Turns out, skin cancer if caught early is not the worst cancer, and my father lived for several more decades. On another occasion, an older co-worker, with Irish skin fairer than mine, had a very large segment of skin removed from his face. It wasn't disfiguring, but he did look like he had come out the clear loser in a serious bar-room brawl. It was sinking in for me that cancer of any sort, skin or otherwise, wasn't something to take lightly. In my last physical, my doctor pointed to a spot on the side of my forehead, and said, almost casually, "You should get that looked at by a dermatologist." I was aware of the spot, which had been there for a few years, and had assumed it was merely the result of aging skin-- a "freckle" or "sunspot." I wasn't a "sun-lover," but during my childhood, my parents were devotees of lying in the sun at the beach, and, as an adult, I often ran for 6 miles at a stretch in the blazing sun. So, I wasn't cavalier about my doctor's suggestion. My oldest friend has a Mediterranean olive complexion, but he was a lifeguard and surfer in his younger days, and he's been going to a dermatologist for 20 years. I asked for a recommendation and he recommended Dr. Abbate. Nice guy, very knowledgeable, very thorough in his examination. Not loving the thought of having to drive to Riverdale, I sent an email to Dr. Abbate's office and to another dermatologist closer to home. Dr. Abbate's office responded immediately. The other guy? Never heard from him. My choice had been made. I did ask my friend, "This Dr. Abbate-- this isn't the kid we knew from grade school, is it? That Mark Abate is our age, and this Dr. on his website photo is a young man. This isn't a 'Picture of Dorian Gray' thing going on, is it?" "No," my friend replied calmly. "This isn't the same guy you were in Cub Scouts with." The office is modernistic, off of Rt. 23, but I do have to mention that the parking situation is abysmal. I had to circle around 3 or 4 times before I secured a spot. It appears that "valet service" is available, but I'm not entirely sure how that works out in a restaurant, much less a medical office. In the waiting room, I was surrounded by older people, which I have to admit was disconcerting to me. In spite of what I say, I still like to think of myself as firmly entrenched in middle-age as opposed to old-timer status. In fact, 1 guy in a wheelchair started trembling and had to be wheeled into a back room for a "medical emergency." EMT personnel arrived quickly on the scene. Hopefully, things worked out OK for him. (In fairness, there were 1 or 2 young people in the office and even a child.) Mercifully, it didn't take long for me to be called inside. I was told to take off my clothes with the exception of my shorts and put on a backless paper smock. This is always a bit unnerving to me as my physique is no longer that of the runner/weight-lifter I once was, and...the spot is on my face, Doc! Is this near-total nudity really necessary? The Dr. and nurse came in, and Dr. Abbate was very friendly and personable. I mentioned my old friend, and Dr. Abbate nodded his head fondly, and told me to say hello to him. He also mentioned that 1 of his golfing partners has the same last name as me, and wondered if we could be related? My last name is common in north Jersey and I shrugged. Maybe we are, maybe not. (Irrelevant aside: I have the same last name as a writer famous in the 20s, but the only "famous" people I might actually be related to are prohibition mobster Vincent "Mad Dog" Coll and old-time character actor J. Carrol Naish. Maybe. Then again, maybe not...) Dr. Abbate was thorough in his examination, looking at my feet, legs, under my arms, front, back, and backside. In deference to modesty, he asked about the groin area, and I was spared that part of the examination. He then asked if I had a problem with needles. Not really, but I wasn't entirely sure what to expect, so I kind of equivocated. He put the needle in, and then I guess "scraped" the facial spot in question (it stung a bit but no real pain). A small bandage was put on it, and I was told I would hear back in 2 weeks. We shook hands, and I made an appointment for next year. With the caveat about the difficult parking situation, this visit was as pleasant and painless as these things can possibly be. Dr. Abbate is a real nice guy, professional and thorough, and I'm glad I "picked" him as my dermatologist. Highly recommended.

I saw Dr. Abbate today in his Riverdale office. From the moment I stepped in, I felt at home. The…read moredesk staff was very welcoming and didn't give me any forms to fill out. I did those online. His medical assistant, Ashley, was a delight. Her manner and knowledge of medicine was impressive as was her explanation of the steps involved in the exam. Enter the charming and personable Dr. Abbate. Smiling and warm doctors are my favorite and Dr. Abbate did not disappoint. Not only was his exam thorough and his knowledge exceptional, his chairside manner was the best! I went there for damaged fingernails caused by acrylic nails and a fungus. I left with the feeling that I was in good hands.

Can not recommend Dr. Ramaswamy enough. I have been going to her for years and have sent tons of…read morefamily and friends her way. She is extremely thorough, great bedside manner; caught my basal cell right away. Thrilled I found her and will be a patient for years to come.

I've been going to Dr. Ramaswamy for 5+ years and I love her. She is kind and very attentive as…read morewell as extremely knowledgeable. She takes her time when seeing you. In addition to skin checks and dermatological issues, I have gotten Botox, chemical peels, & laser hair removal treatments and I appreciate that she has never tried to over sell me on any of those things. She's modest in that sense. Finally, I suffered a miscarriage before a visit with her and when she asked me how I was doing, I told her about it and started to cry. She gave me a big, long hug and took the time to sit and talk with me. That meant the world to me. At one point she has some issues finding quality staff to work for her so please don't let that deter you from seeing her as a physician. That's not her fault. I highly recommend using her as a dermatologist.

They have been on top of various skin cancers with my husband. They waste no time at all!read more

A literal abomination. Go anywhere else. As a critical care nurse with a master's in my…read morespecialization, this place is a mill with robots walking around on iPads trying to upsell you cream you don't need. The office staff is a cesspool of unprofessional, nasty women who clearly would rather be anywhere else.

I have been a patient with Randolph Dermatology for about 4-5 years…read more Dr. Najarian is an excellent physician. He takes his time getting to know my history and will go above and beyond to help me with psoriatic arthritis along with lots of little skin cancers. I had a Mohs procedure on my face and Dr Nijarian did a fantastic job And it's not noticeable, thank goodness it healed up perfectly . The office staff has always been easy to work with. And getting an appointment has been pretty easy as well.

My appointment was to cover several things, a couple issues on my leg and hand plus a skin cancer…read moreevaluation. Instead he spent the entire extended office visit, which was billed to Medicare as a double visit trying to sell me drugs he said I should be taking, including Wegovy,or a similar drug. When i questioned him about the safety of the drugs he got irritated and said why must I be so negative. I tried explaining that I've had severe reactions to a number of drugs but he didn't want to hear it and handed me a stack of papers nearly 3/4 inch thick about the drugs he says i should be taking. I personally believe he never reviewed the list of drugs i was currently taking. So my entire double appointment was a commercial. Do what you want but I'd NEVER recommend Randolph Dermatology to anyone. I'd rate them in the negative numbers but this site doesn't allow that.

Dr. Heba is a wonderful dermatologist. She is kind, caring and experienced. She is by far the…read morebest dermatologist I have seen.

I waited two and one half months for this appointment and I can't believe how bad it was. The…read morestaff at the desk were nasty talking over you and cutting you off while you are talking. I waited and waited to be called in and noticed that 5 patients were called before me who came in after me. When I went up to the desk to find out what was going on I was told that I would not be seeing the doctor that only her PA would be seeing me. Of course the office manager told me you were told that when you made the appointment. The doctor is way too busy to see you. I waited 2.5 months. How much longer do I have to wait? I told the office manager that no one informed me of that fact and said I wanted to see the doctor. She has no time for you. Why would I want to be affiliated with a doctor that cares that little? I asked for my paperwork back and walked out. Do not waste your time.

Dr Kandula is a gem! She is caring and brilliant and her new office is so beautiful ! State of the…read moreart, modern, and STERILE and it's an office where you can go and feel comfortable having all your dermatological needs including your Botox lip filler and other beauty procedures.. She takes the time to address all of your needs and concerns, scheduling patients one at a time which gives you the feeling that you're not rushed or just a number! Her philosophy as a doctor is definitely on par with how people want to be treated! She is the best

From the owner: Swetha Kandula, M.D. is a graduate of Indiana University School of Medicine in Indianapolis,…read moreIndiana, and completed a fellowship at the world-renowned Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland. She served as Senior Staff Instructor for the Harvard Medical School at Lahey Hospital & Medical Center in Burlington, Massachusetts. Dr. Kandula is double Board Certified in Dermatology and Internal Medicine and holds active memberships in the American Academy of Dermatology and is a fellow in the American Society for Laser Medicine & Surgery.

It is just over a year ago I underwent removal of a cancerous growth on my scalp that had to be…read moresealed with a skin graft from my stomach all because Dr Rabner, who examined the open, burst cyst on my head that turned cancerous three times in the decade prior kept telling me "NOTHING could be done." First time she just ignored it, addressing a separate problem, and when I mentioned that I had come about the cyst too, got a simple shrug. Second time went to her because she is who I was sent by a GP and she had such good reviews and I thought perhaps because I was really there for other issue that first time I would get better results with a second visit. This time Dr. Rabner went into a long, medical explanation this about why NOTHING could be done even asking, "well what's bothering you?" My response, "having an open sore on my head doctor!" launched her into a steroid treatment that time. (Third visit with her was also about another issue she didn't fix, but I was sure to mention the sore again and have it ignored again) Her response should have been to explain at first visit, over a decade back, that dermatologists don't do removals from the scalp, which is what another dermatologist finally told me, referring me to a surgeon who did the initial cyst removal in his office less than a week after my first visit with him. If that had happened 10 years prior I would've avoided cancer, anesthesia, a skin graft, and a permanent bald patch and dent in my head. Do NOT trust this doctor.

Dr. Rabner is a wonderful dermatologist who is thorough, very knowledgable and accommodating. She…read moreexplains everything clearly and offers information without pushing you to make a decision. Amy, her receptionist is extremely efficient, patient and friendly. Rose, the Doctor's assistant is the most pleasant, caring and compassionate person - perfect for this job !! it is a delight to be a patient and I am forever indebted to her for everything she has done for me and my family over the past 20 years.

I have a rare skin condition and couldn't get a diagnosis for years. The first time I saw Dr…read more Gottlieb I was able to get a diagnosis and incredibly helpful information about the disease. It has been nearly 10 years now and I don't trust anyone else with my skin. She is the best doctor I have had in so so long and I couldn't be more grateful for her. The office staff is always friendly as well which is a huge plus!

From the owner: Advanced Dermatology brings comprehensive skin cancer treatment and cosmetic dermatology to the…read moreCaldwell and surrounding areas. Our cosmetic procedures improve your skin and remove acne and eczema, and we also offer injectable fillers for unsightly scars or dark circles. Meanwhile, our skin cancer treatments are minimally invasive, technologically advanced, and covered by most insurance providers. For the last 35 years, Advanced Dermatology has improved the lives of patients throughout the NJ area. Call us now at (973) 228-6866 to set up an appointment or visit our office at 30 Westville Avenue Caldwell, NJ