Dermatologist Recommendation (Raleigh, Cary: dermatologists, how much, office)

[nwhm]

I am looking for a dermatologist recommendation in cary to treat adult acne and other cosmetic issues. I am not looking for a doctor who is more into other skin conditions like melanomas etc. I want someone who takes adult acne seriously. I saw someone in Raleigh a couple of years ago for acne and felt that she did not really take me that seriously....I was in and out within minutes and her advice /treatment did not work.

So if you have personal experience in getting acne treated , please recommend.

[chorne65]

Dr Chiratescu (not sure of spelling)

[nwhm]

Thank you... I will google it up .

[conigam]

I just saw Dr. Alspaugh at Blue Ridge Dermatology in Cary. I found her to be knowledgeable, competent and listened to my skin concerns. Depending on your condition and age, there are a number of treatment methods available to help with acne. Any good doctor should be advising you on them and taking your concerns seriously. Good luck.

[C_Lan]

We've used Blue Ridge Derm in Cary as well and have been very pleased with them. In fact, the Dr I had actually asked if there was anything else besides my scheduled issue that she could look at while I was in her office. I was extremely impressed by that. Forgot her name but it may be the Dr referenced above.

[fscottfitz]

I have been battling that issue for many years now and have yet to find a prescription that works effectively. Very frustrating. Just for kicks, I wanted to try the Yes to Tomatoes cleanser. I absolutely love it! It didn't completely solve the issue, but has made a significant change w my skin. This is better than any expensive topical from my dermatologists.

[Sweetelf]

I've been going to the Dermatology Center of Raleigh for the past 5 years. I really like the doctors, but the office staff is another story. They're often rude and short on the phone and last time I was in the waiting room, I overheard them talking about other patients in a very inappropriate way, very mean-spirited. Plus, it's very hard to get an appointment.

No matter how much I like the doc, will likely look elsewhere for a dermatologist with a more professional front desk staff and who doesn't make me wait 4 months for an appointment.

[ieatbugs]

Originally Posted by Sweetelf

I've been going to the Dermatology Center of Raleigh for the past 5 years. I really like the doctors, but the office staff is another story. They're often rude and short on the phone and last time I was in the waiting room, I overheard them talking about other patients in a very inappropriate way, very mean-spirited. Plus, it's very hard to get an appointment.

No matter how much I like the doc, will likely look elsewhere for a dermatologist with a more professional front desk staff and who doesn't make me wait 4 months for an appointment.

I went here once and had a TERRIBLE experience with the dermatologist. She was rude and insulting, and also misdiagnosed me. Her treatment recommendations worsened my conditioned significantly. I would definitely avoid this place.

When I mentioned it to my GP, she said that I was the third person that week with a complaint about them and she would no longer be referring patients there.

[Sweetelf]

Originally Posted by ieatbugs

I went here once and had a TERRIBLE experience with the dermatologist. She was rude and insulting, and also misdiagnosed me. Her treatment recommendations worsened my conditioned significantly. I would definitely avoid this place.

When I mentioned it to my GP, she said that I was the third person that week with a complaint about them and she would no longer be referring patients there.

The doctor at this practice has been extremely kind to me and was especially compassionate when I fell apart in her office just after my cancer diagnosis. She even sent me a 'care box' of goodies when I was in the hospital. I think she's taken good care of me, but that front desk staff really really turn me off from the practice. It's too bad. I should discuss it with her, really.

[VTGal]

Originally Posted by nwhm

I am looking for a dermatologist recommendation in cary to treat adult acne and other cosmetic issues. I am not looking for a doctor who is more into other skin conditions like melanomas etc. I want someone who takes adult acne seriously.

How about seeing an Esthetician?