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    4.3 (39 reviews)
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    Janet J.

    Dr. Grossman was highly recommended by my previous dermatologist. I'm pretty satisfied so far. I've been coming to see her for several years now. My skin has never looked better. Her technique is cutting-edge but she definitely makes sure that you don't look like one of those "over worked" women you see in Hollywood. She has an eye for symmetry and natural beauty. Dr. Grossman would tell you if you don't need something done. I've actually come in for an appointment and she would tell that "you don't need that done" which I think attests to her credibility. Most doctors in LA would do it anyway just to take money from you. Her clinic is located in Santa Monica. Very calm and serene atmosphere. The receptionists are super friendly as well as the staff is more than accommodating. I come in for Botox, fillers, Fraxel and microneedling. I absolutely love the results. Dr. Grossman knows how to make you age gracefully.

    Love the work Dr karyn Grossman does to keep me looking good
    Reba M.

    I am nearly 81 and feel beautiful. Check me out on Facebook and you will see just how talented Doctor Grossman really is. I searched for a long time to find a doctor who could make me look and feel beautiful for my age, I had gone to 2 famous LA doctors before, and in one treatment with Doctor Grossman I looked so good that I could make an appearance as a lecturer. The best part of going to this doctor she never tried to give me more than I needed. When it comes to the staff they are great warm and friendly. It took me quite a while to find Doctor Grossman and I am so grateful that I did. Reba M

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    Thank you so much for your kind words Rachel! You made our day!

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    Thank you so much for such a lovely review!

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    Let me save you some time. It's $350 JUST for a consultation and nothing else. They don't accept insurance.

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    Daniel Behroozan, MD, FAAD, FACMS - Daniel Behroozan, MD, FAAD Board Certified Dermatologist, American Board of Dermatology Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, and Los Angeles CA

    Daniel Behroozan, MD, FAAD, FACMS

    4.5(314 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $$
    Certified professionals
    Available by appointment

    I completely disagree with Ashly and Michelle's reviews. I was diagnosed with the same skin rash…read morecalled Perioral Dermatitis. If Ashly or Michelle had either patience of trust, their healing process may have been more positive. Perioral Dermatitis is one of the most difficult skin rashes to treat, and Dr. Berhoozan was not only encouraging, but also successful in eliminating this problem for me. If you research Perioral Dermatitis, all research says you have to be "patient!" By following Dr. Berhoozans rules I have better skin today then I did before the rash. Although Dr. Berhoozan has "graduated" me from his care, if I ever have any skin issues, he will be my go to! Highly recommended!

    Dr. B is literally the best Derm in LA. I haven't been able to see him during the past few years…read morebecause of Covid, I lost my PPO insurance-- which is not his fault, obviously. He is the friendliest and most adorable man and a complete skin genius and wizard! Even though he does a lot of cosmetic high end dermatology and his office looks like a million bucks, he's one of the rare LA premium dermatologists that also does medical dermatology which is what I saw him for. Acne and Eczema. The latter of which can be hard to treat. I also messed myself up with a stupid at home micro-needle and he fixed me right up and didn't make me feel like a jerk! But what I am most thankful for is his care for my husband (at the time) who is very fair and works outside quite a bit. He caught three!! melanomas before they became serious. Two of which were on the face. We were worried that his face would have scars but you can't tell anything ever happened. That's how talented he is!! Before Dr B, my husband had a melanoma on his back and the dermatologist we had at the time dug it out like he was scooping freezing ice cream! There was a huge scar and indentation. So it matters a lot how skilled your Derm is at both the medical aspects and the cosmetic ones. To quote him, "I've never lost a patient to skin cancer!" Thank the heavens!! It was a relief that all we had to do was make sure my hub went every six months for his skin check with Dr B to remain melanoma free. Peace of mind, priceless! I also had a painful skin problem that was chronic and in a sensitive area that's the domain of the lady doctor. My GYN tried everything and he's also a fabulous doctor. But I was in so much pain and so frustrated because we couldn't figure out what it was and I just couldn't live with no diagnosis. Even though this area isn't the area of the dermatologist to take care of, I told Dr B about it and how desperate I was. He said if I was comfortable, he would look at it (along with a female nurse present) and I said please do. Well, he solved it! It was it eczema- the worst! And he solved it. Cured! I had been dealing with that for at least two years and finally he resolved it. No more pain, no more frustration! Not many doctors would be willing to do that, but he did, because he's a badass and a wonderful person! As soon as I get a PPO, I'm running back to him! I believe his office has some parking in the back too. There's a CVS down just down the road and lots of cafes walking distance just up the block if you need a good cup of coffee. Just be careful parallel parking around there because you don't want to dent a G Wagon or a Bentley lol. Hey, maybe you drive one! Smoke 'em if you got 'em!

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    Dermatology & Hair Restoration Specialists - Before surgery

    Dermatology & Hair Restoration Specialists

    4.7(509 reviews)
    1.7 miSawtelle
    $$$$

    Dr. Behnam is one of the most incredible people I have ever known. Rarely have I met a doctor who…read moreprovides the concern, care and kindness that he does. He is so knowledgeable and experienced. I have taken all my kids to him for various different skin and hair issues, and my husband and I have had the privilege of being treated cosmetically for both our skin and hair. Even my mom and my siblings only trust Dr. Behnam. There is truly no doctor in California with Dr. Behnam's professionalism and integrity. Truly a blessing for anyone who needs a doctor in this field!

    I'm Norwood 6-7 and had 5,337 grafts over two days (4,896 scalp, 441 beard) with Dr. Sean Behnam…read more A year before surgery, he was very direct that my donor area was too weak and that I wouldn't get a good result. Honestly, that's why I trusted him. I spent that year on topical finasteride and minoxidil, and dermastamping multiple times a week, slowly improving donor quality until he felt I could proceed--with realistic expectations. The procedure itself was incredibly smooth. Zero pain with conscious sedation, and he personally performed all extractions and site creation, which I think really matters. This isn't about achieving perfect density. It's about using limited grafts thoughtfully to create a natural frame for the face. From where I started, this result is beyond anything I expected, and we're already planning a second session to build density. Biggest takeaways: candidacy matters, expectations matter even more, and finding an honest surgeon who thinks like an artist is everything.

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    FUE hair transplant: repair of prior poorly performed hair transplant. Notice the naturalness and density. Work performed by Dr Sean Behnam

    Dermatology & Hair Restoration Specialists - FUE HAIR TRANSPLANT: Notice the density, thickness and naturalness . Work performed by Dr Sean Behnam.

    FUE HAIR TRANSPLANT: Notice the density, thickness and naturalness . Work performed by Dr Sean Behnam.

    Dermatology & Hair Restoration Specialists - FUE hair transplant: 1,932 grafts placed at hairline. Notice the naturalness and density. Work performed by Dr Sean Behnam.

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    Dermatology Institute & Skin Care Center

    Dermatology Institute & Skin Care Center

    4.3(58 reviews)
    0.6 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Certified professionals

    Let's be realistic, nobody wants to visit any doctor, for any reason... But maybe I am a little…read morecrazy and it's just me. Having said that, if you must see a doctor, Dermatology Institute & Skin Care Center definitely is the kind of experience you want to have. They were attentive, professional and extremely personal, which is what I needed at that moment. Doctor Hekmatjah and Ms Leslie took such great care of me at a time when I needed care and guidance. I am not going to tell you that I will be making up reasons to go back, but if I do have a reason to go back, I will. I had a mole on my face that certainly was a source of angst for me and my family. I never had it and then from one day to the next, there it was... looking at me as if I'd owed it back taxes. Well, that is no longer the case and I couldn't be happier. Thank you!

    Not very good. Even…read morethough she was nice, the assistant to the Dermatologist was spaced out and couldn't hold information in her brain for more than just a few seconds. I don't know if there's a learning disability going on.....I'm of course not a doctor. But Something was up. I had to give her 3 words at a time regarding my past health history and even then, she could barely do it and type it. I don't think she was a good fit for this type of job. THEN the front desk person named Asia was screwing up as well. I gave her the name and other info for my pharmacy and supposedly she typed it in from what I saw. I work during the day and I left messages on their prescription voicemail to put through my medication to my pharmacy AS WELL. They kept calling back through caller ID and seeing my phone number instead of checking their voicemail messages to see why the patient was calling. Just really unprofessional! It went back and forth like this and they never sent my prescription to the pharmacy during this period of time. This went on for 8 days. Really crazy making and so unprofessional. I called today to speak to the manager. I spoke to Asia, the front desk person first. She told me that the assistant to the dermatologist was supposed to give me a pamphlet that says that it goes through their Pharmacy that they're connected with. Well why didn't Asia tell me that in the first place when she was taking my Pharmacy information and why didn't the assistant give me the pamphlet? And when I gave Asia the front desk person the information of my Pharmacy why didn't she tell me the prescription goes to their pharmacy?????? Why are people like this? What happened to great customer service? I did make a complaint to the manager. So I got that out of the way. I'm never going back there. It's just too disorganized.

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    We will be moving to a new location June 1! 2730 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 650-Santa Monica

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    Jennifer Ahdout, MD - Dr. Jennifer Ahdout

    Jennifer Ahdout, MD

    4.9(168 reviews)
    5.4 mi
    $$
    Certified professionals
    Locally owned & operated

    Dr.Ahdout is so kind, genuine and intentional in the way she practices medicine. She is a great…read morelistener and I really feel like we are on the same team when discussing my/our goals whether it be medical related or cosmetic. I am grateful to have found her.

    DO NOT TRUST ROXBURY INSTITUTE! I believe Jamie especially has repeatedly shown BAD-FAITH,…read moreUNETHICAL, GREEDY, DECEPTIVE, MANIPULATIVE, MISLEADING and COERCIVE conduct and tactics that are primarily focused on keeping your money and not refunding you for what I consider a botched cosmetic result with even hard bumps under the skin that Dr. Ahdout had to manipulate which was painful. The focus should be on transparency as well as patient's health and well-being - not GREED. They also violate boundaries. Dr. Ahdout gave me her word that Jamie would not contact me further. Yet, Jamie contacted me despite my numerous written and verbal requests to cease contact. I believe I may be able to file a police report for harassment. Additionally, I believe Jamie even went as far as providing DECEPTIVE MISINFORMATION about matters that can affect health in further attempts to not refund me. I believe this is highly unethical and concerning conduct especially for a dermatologist office. I am posting this review after multiple attempts to resolve this matter. I left a message and sent emails the first time and I did not receive a call from Dr. Ahdout. The same thing happened a second time. I posted a review the first time and Jamie called right away so I removed it. When I went in to show Dr. Ahdout the result of her work - I felt gaslit because she was questioning me as to why she would do a job like this. She again asked on the phone yesterday as what I think happened - a question she herself should answer. She then said there are no before and after photos. I reminded her AGAIN that I have before photos on my phone that her own assistant took. Dr. Ahdout then asked if I would agree to a credit. I declined. She then said that they have a "policy" that once a patient asks for a refund they can't return to the office. I informed her that I would not want to work with a business that has punitive policies. I believe both her conduct and Jamie's conduct revolved mainly around keeping my money. When I first brought up the refund, Jamie immediately became aggressive on the phone and used what felt like patronizing repetition. She kept repeating my name aggressively as soon as I mentioned a refund, which felt like an attempt to cut me off and silence me. Jamie even went as far suggesting that the tightness was "normal". She even pointed to her face claiming she felt the same. I knew the tightness was not normal. When I asked Dr. Ahdout, she confirmed that it was not normal. I do not appreciate being gaslighted or having my concerns normalized as though this is something I should simply tolerate. This involves health and providing misinformation to patients can have great liability. Jamie also asked if I would want to do a correction. I declined. I noted in my review and also in an email to Dr. Ahdout's as well as during her call yesterday that I do not want to interact with Jamie at all. Dr. Ahdout GAVE ME HER WORD that she will call me back herself. Dr. Ahdout did NOT keep her word. Instead Jamie called and went back and forth attempting to claim that it wasn't 2 items I purchased and it was 1.5. She said Dr. Ahdout said there was "a confusion" and it was 1.5 items. I informed her that's false. Besides Dr. Ahdout's own prior confirmations - the invoice is more than clear. I explained, again, that Dr. Ahdout confirmed with me TWICE, once in front of her own assistant in person and again on the phone yesterday, that it was 2 items. Jamie went back and forth for at least 10 minutes arguing. I kept asking her to ask Dr. Ahdout. She refused 3 times and continued to argue. I kept mentioning what I paid for. She finally checked my invoice although she had ALREADY SEEN my invoice as she is the one who charged me AND even emailed it to me. She FINALLY agreed it was 2 items. I believe these practices are EXTREMELY DECEPTIVE and GREEDY. Then Jamie said their "corporate" is going to send me an email to sign "a form". I told her I'm not signing a release form as I need to see another doctor. Patients should not be forced to sign a release form to receive a refund. Jamie said their corporate "requires" this and that they will contact me. AGAIN, she displayed a pattern of violating boundaries and as soon as I would say their corporate did not have my consent to contact me - she would BLATANTLY REPEAT they will contact me. I informed her that at this point I have to do a full chargeback on the 2 items. I contacted my bank and did a full chargeback on the agreed upon amount. If they create ANY extra emotional distress and dispute the chargeback - I will immediately involve my counsel without further notice and use ALL legal remedies to not only obtain my money in full, but to also hold them fully liable for all damages including corrections needed and the emotional distress caused related to this matter and their conduct. I will also expand my online review to other platforms as I see fit.

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    Jennifer Ahdout, MD - Buzzfeed featured the Vampire Facial at The Roxbury Institute amassing over 3 million viewers tuning in to see the treatment.

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    Buzzfeed featured the Vampire Facial at The Roxbury Institute amassing over 3 million viewers tuning in to see the treatment.

    Tanya Kormeili, MD - Derm & Rejuvenation Institute

    Tanya Kormeili, MD - Derm & Rejuvenation Institute

    4.6(285 reviews)
    0.7 mi
    Locally owned & operated
    Certified professionals

    I got red light therapy done at Derm and Rejuvenation Institute, and it's been a great addition to…read moremy routine. My skin looks noticeably more even and less dull, and the sessions themselves are relaxing. The staff made the whole experience easy and comfortable. Highly recommend if you're considering it!

    GLUTATHIONE shots I rarely write a review, but this is more…read moreof a PSA. (Aside from the fact that I absolutely love Dr. kormeili and I can write more after I finished my treatment) but I was telling her how good the glutathione shots have been for me and she requested I post something about it. I just took my third weekly shot. I started after a friend of mine who is a Singer told me about having her glutathione is good for vocal cords, and Hee bought a series of 10 and ended up resorbing assist he had in his knee. he was slated to remove surgically . I used to take glycine orally because it's great for chelation in particularly useful for people who are neurodivergent (which I am) then I read about what it does for skin at Dr. Kormeili's and decided to try the shots. Within 10 minutes of the first shot, I felt my whole nervous system relax and felt very grounded. It took away my sugar cravings, which I'm not claiming as one of the benefits. It's just what it did to me and on day six I usually feel that I'm ready for my next shot. It would be too lengthy for me to get into all the reasons, but I would encourage you to do a deep dive into the benefits of glutathione and I don't know if they are all created equal but what I get from Dr. kormeili makes an almost immediate and noticeable difference in my life. And I feel when I need more. And plus I get to see Dr. kormeili weekly which always makes my day The other thing I will say about the office is that everybody that I have seen there does not look like they've had anything done. And I really appreciate her discouraging me from services. She feels I do not need in case I haven't been clear: I absolutely love Dr. Kormeili. Also forgot to mention what she did with one syringe of filler was nothing short of miraculous in terms of restoring my face to where I recognize myself and felt like myself again and what I can tell you is it's not what I think I needed. You could not be in better hands. I'm sure there are some incredibly talented people out there that may be as good but I can guarantee you're not gonna find someone better.

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    Tanya Kormeili, MD - Derm & Rejuvenation Institute

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    Shanthi Colaco, M.D

    Shanthi Colaco, M.D

    4.6(285 reviews)
    2.9 miRancho Park

    Eczema! If you have severe life-long eczema like myself, you know how detrimental it is to life. I…read moredrive all the way to LA from San Diego just for Dr. Colaço. She is so compassionate and doesn't hesitate to prescribe the strongest medications available for my severe eczema. She is knows all the latest eczema medications. She understands how difficult it is to have eczema and I can tell she genuinely wants the best for me. Plenty of free 2 hour street parking in the residential streets or paid parking in the attached garage.

    I've been a patient at this dermatology office on and off for a few years, and I've generally…read moreappreciated the care. However, my recent experiences have left me quite disappointed, especially considering the sensitive nature of the services provided. In February, I decided to get a biopsy for a mole that was growing. The staff promptly took a sample for testing, which I appreciated. However, I was left without any follow-up regarding the results. I had to reach out myself to get the information, which I initially brushed off as understandable due to their busy schedule. Fast forward to my follow-up appointment on July 7th for another mole they had initially flagged. Again, they took a biopsy, but here we are over six weeks later, and I still haven't received any updates. I've tried calling, but unfortunately, I've reached out on days when the office was closed. It's disheartening that patients have to chase down their doctors for updates, especially when it comes to something as critical as skin cancer testing. The communication process needs significant improvement. While I really like the office's location and have had positive interactions with the staff, including Amber, who is always sweet and attentive, the lack of follow-through on biopsy results is concerning. In cases like these, timely updates should be standard practice to provide patients with peace of mind. I hope they can address these issues because I would like to continue my care here.

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    Ava MD

    Ava MD

    4.0(230 reviews)
    0.0 mi
    $$$

    I just had my first visit with Angelica last week and I walked out of the office with a huge smile…read moreon my face. She was so wonderful and addressed my concerns with such a warm and professional manner. Tamar joined us and was equally as wonderful. The wait time was minimal and everyone in the office was extremely efficient and friendly. I have already scheduled my next visit!!! Thank you everyone at Ava MD!!!

    I had almost completed two packages of the LipLase treatment with Monica Masterson, NP when during…read moremy last session, she unexpectedly turned to me and said: "So my understanding is that even though you have smaller lips, you still don't want something more intensive like filler?" I was in shock. My full, ample, voluptuous lips are one of those features I always treasured and cherished receiving admiration for. I was so surprised to hear someone could actually find them to be small, my mind did briefly go to "OMG, DO I need filler?" and I started asking her all about filler. Of course, then I remembered they're a business and that's exactly what they wanted--or else they would NEVER make a comment that's so far from the gorgeous reality that is me. She then made it worse by talking about how she doesn't care about money and never pushes fillers on people--which of course made me wonder, is she saying it because it's *true* then?? After several therapy sessions, I am happy to say I am back to the level of confidence I had before this comment was made--so now that I'm stronger, I'm speaking up for myself. It was so startling and frightening to go in for what I thought would be a normal, caring, professional treatment and instead receive criticism of my body, completely out of the blue, not asked for, and non-consensual. It felt like a real violation of patient boundaries. I was here to receive a service, not an evaluation of my looks. This is a recent photo of me, BTW--taken months before I received their services at all. I am absolutely gorgeous just the way I am. As I am a model and adult star, I sometimes undergo non-invasive treatments to look even better, but that does not entitle anyone to invade my personal space and make unwanted comments about my body. If *I* somehow have "smaller lips," how many women have any hope of having normal lips?!? Businesses like this need to understand that, yes, in a way, they are profiting off people's insecurities--but if they *encourage* those very insecurities, it will backfire and they will lose business. People come here to gain confidence, not lose it. And customers, please know: No matter how much self-hatred businesses try to instill in you, love is so much greater than hate and as long as you have self-love, that will prevail. You can always choose self-love. They can never really hurt you.

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