I am so grateful for Kathleen Welsh's amazing work and lovely personality! Truly one of my favorite people. She has kept my skin looking great for over 20 years and I love to go to her for advice for everything skin related. She has never never steered me wrong. Recently she got me into Tixel which has been transformative. Her nurses are highly competent as well, for work she doesn't do. This business is truly a gift to San Francisco. read more

Was treated like I didn't matter. My needs were not cosmetic so I felt I was discouraged from scheduling with one Dr. I felt manipulated with extra charges by one doc over another doc. I waited 3 months for this appointment and the doc decided at 4:30 the day before my appointment to reschedule it with someone else. I waited 3 months for the appt. I repeat. Rearranged my work schedule to be canceled. read more

Dr. Welsh is that one of a kind doctor you only hope to find - brilliant mind, exceptional clinical skills and warm bedside manner. I have been a patient for many years, even though I have Kaiser, I continue to see her privately because I love the results. Recently a family member developed a rare medical condition and after I sent Dr. Welsh an email she immediately called me (at night) and provided helpful resources and insight. Thank you Dr. Welsh for caring and going above and beyond! Grateful for you... read more

Dr. Welsh is the best at what she does, and the success of her practice shows that. I have gone to her for everything from Botox to fillers to CO2 lasers. She is an interesting woman for sure, and quite a character. But, her office is full of the best you can do and buy for the best skin you will ever have. read more

It's been a few years since I've seen Dr. Welsh. I've seen her for Botox injections and collagen around my lips for premature lip lines (love my straws!) Every visit, whether it was with Kathleen or one of her aestheticians, was 10/10. They made me feel relaxed and comfortable despite the mild discomfort associated with some of the procedures. And the results were great. I would recommend without hesitation, and although my husband doesn't approve of cosmetic procedures I would definitely go again and she's the first person I would recommend without any hesitation if you want an excellent and skilled cosmetic dermatologist read more

I've been seeing Dr. Welsh for many years. She's been very helpful with my skin issues.

If you have nothing to do all day, this office is great because average wait time is usually one hour. The staff can call and let us know drs are running late. Been going to this office now for about eight years and no more. Today when I asked what the eta is, the response was "we just can't give you an estimate. The drs are all backed up." Okay then I will get my Botox done somewhere else that honors me as a person and my time. And my eyebrows still are raised up now like I'm an alien. With no fix because I refuse to sit for over an hour to wait for a two minute touch up. read more

I am fortunate to receive many compliments on my skin. when asked for my regimen, I guide them to Dr. Kathleen Welsh. She is the reason why my skin looks healthy. I would give her 10+ stars if available! Thank you Dr Welsh and BACD!! woohoo!!! read more

Dr. Welsh's diagnostic and professional skills are unsurpassed. Her thoroughness in evaluation and knowledge makes her an exceptional dermatologist. Her prompt follow up with telephone calls after lab work is outstanding. I have seen her as a patient for the past 20 years and recommend her for ALL of ones dermatological needs from skin cancer screening to Botox and fillers and more! read more

Dr Welsh is a superb dermatologist, operating at the very top of the profession. Her unique combination of artistic talent & medical experience leads to the best results for any dermatologist. I've been seeing her for 15 yrs. read more

I am so grateful for Dr. Welsh; thanks to her expertise, intelligence, and compassion, my beautiful face is youthful and glowing--but that's just the beginning. She also helped save my life. TL;DR: Dr. Welsh is smart and educated--so you're in good hands--but she also genuinely cares about and listens to her patients. That's absolutely priceless. I can't rave about her enough. Hands down I recommend Dr. Welsh to anyone whose skin needs a little attention. She's the best in San Francisco. I started seeing her after suffering a number of baffling physical symptoms that every single other doctor I went to in the Bay Area either couldn't get to the bottom of or simply dismissed with a disinterested wave of their hands. From the moment she entered the room during my first appointment, Dr. Welsh's sophisticated yet down-to-earth presence filled me with hope and eased my anxiety. It quickly became clear that although she moves fast, she does so while listening to my every word. Dr. Welsh is the only professional who actually paid attention to my symptoms. Then, due to her wealth of medical knowledge, she put the puzzling pieces together and pointed me in the right direction. Otherwise, I would have continued suffering from a life-threatening illness that also just majorly sucked to deal with, so...thank you, Dr. Welsh! read more

Extremely unprofessional. One of her assistants was trying to be helpful in suggesting a brand of razor for me to try, and she yelled at her, in front of everyone. I would not go back to her if she were the only dermatologist in San Francisco. She should be ashamed of herself, treating her employees that way. read more

Dr. Welsh is the best dermatologist I've ever seen! I've been going to her office for over fifteen years and will not go anywhere else. I've lived abroad and I will fly to see her. She's so lovely and kind and truly the best at what she does. I am very anxious about my skin and nervous with treatments. She always makes me feel at ease. She's the absolute best!!! read more

Went here for 8+ years, about 8 years ago in my first appointment Dr. Welch caused several blisters on my nose and face which turned into scars in the corner of my nose while zapping capillaries. At the time she told me my skin was having an 'unusual reaction' and the settings on the laser were 'normal'. Believing this, I came back multiple times for photo facials and treatment of the scars by Jane which all went very well (still have scars but they are somewhat better). The last time I was there, Dr. Welch popped in with a 'long time no see' comment, looked at my chart and said 'Oh yeah, I had the settings on way too high' - well past the statute of limitations for any type of claim. I was just reminded how irritated I am about this when I called in a pinch today to get something done ahead of a trip, and was told since I haven't been in in a while that I need to pay $150 for a consult, which is 'a seperate charge and will not apply toward treatment'. I'll be damned if I'll pay $150 consult for the same treatment I've had for years and to discuss the SCARS they LIED to me about and later admitted were their fault. Ha! just realizing she never even comped 1 treatment and I have scars.. Laser Center of Marin much better. read more

Dr. Welsh is truly a master at her craft. Today was my first visit and I'm thrilled with the results. She has a wonderful bedside manner, a gentle touch and her work is strikingly natural... she subscribes to less is more and that's all the difference. I look so refreshed and rejuvenated -- after years of going home to NYC for my treatments I'm so glad to have found her. By the way... Dr. Welsh was just named top lip injector by Allure and it's very obvious why. Look no further, she's definitely SF's go to for looking like the best version of you! read more

This is not an office to address medical dermatological issues. Bring your cosmetic problems here but be informed about different choices that are proposed to you. Some of the information I was given about my skin was not accurate. Beware. Thank you- Isabelle Beekman read more

I'm very impressed with Dr. Welsh. My very good friend looks ten years younger than her age and credited Dr. Welsh for it, which is why I decided to give her a try. Dr. Welsh is sophisticated yet down to earth. I've traveled all over the world, lived in many different cities, and while I no longer live in San Francisco, I still fly to see her, and only her. Dr. Welsh is hands down the best dermatologist I've seen. No wonder she's the best in SF. She is highly professional, fair, and approaches skin holistically with longevity in mind. Her procedures look natural and elegant. She uses the latest, most effective, and highest quality treatments, products, and technologies. My face is too important to experiment with, and I trust her wholeheartedly. In addition, ever since I started following the skin regimen she recommended for me, my skin's elasticity, clarity, and hydration levels have been wonderfully upgraded. I've gone through many years of trials and errors with products that made me breakout. With Dr. Welsh, I finally got it right. On top of it all, she's a very compassionate and loving person. read more

She charged me four hundred ninety five dollars for 5 units of Botox (she charges by 'area' not units). I usually get 25 units for my forehead so was thinking this won't work with 5 units. Now it's two weeks later and as I predicted, I've wrinkle forehead; 5 units did nothing. So I call the office to explain and schedule an appointment to have a follow up to have more Botox injected to fix what I already paid for. I was put on hold for 15 min, then disconnected. Call back and was on hold for another 17 min, so 32 min on hold. Then, once I make the appointment they tell my I may be charged for this follow up Botox. Seriously?? read more

I heard for years she's one of the best, with a recommendation from an excellent doctor of mine. Recently, good friends recommended her to me as well. My problem was, upon calling, I was told I would need to pay $150 for a "consultation charge." I was calling specifically for Botox, which many very qualified doctors manage to do without an extra fee, and I've had done before. I asked if that $150 would apply towards the Botox treatment if, after the "consultation," she would give me what I asked. The answer was no. Now, I understand she is busy and her time is valuable, as is mine and probably yours as well. I've gladly paid consultation fees to doctors with the caveat it would apply towards my treatment if I so agreed. In this case, I thought $150 just to be seen was exorbitant and greedy. My friends said they were never asked to pay this. I therefore chose my doctor for Botox. Also, I've been told that there are times when someone other than Dr. Welsh performs the treatments, and the cost is the same. My friends specifically request Dr. Welsh to avoid this happening. This is not meant to be a slam on her abilities or services which, I admit, I have not experienced. But it certainly was an unflattering reflection of her business and values. read more

Fantastic doctor. Best dermatologist in entire Bay Area. Harvard educated, precise, funny, talented-I could go on. The staff is extremely courteous. Wish I could give more stars. read more

I love Dr. Kathleen Welsh! I've been going to her for almost 10 years. She has transformed me into a beautiful swan. ;) I think she is a true artist.. she knows what looks good and knows exactly what I need with a just a quick scan of my face. I trust her completely. She is such a wonderful person and doctor. I've had botox and facial fillers and I feel like I look better than I did 10 years ago. She always makes me look natural.. never overdone.. just a better version of myself. I highly recommend her. All of her staff are so friendly and professional as well. Thank you Dr. Welsh! read more

Dr. Welsh helped me when I was going through a rough phase In my life. I was 18 had TERRIBLE acne and had already gone to two other doctors with no positive results. In about a year she was able to give me great skin and take away all my scars that had come from my break outs. I'd reccomend her to any and everyone. Thank you Dr. Welsh! read more

Dr. Welsh is an extraordinary doctor. Caring, brilliant, and detail oriented ... her staff is warm and responsive (as long as you are minimally polite -- I try to beat that hurdle!). She calls her practice Bay Area Cosmetic Dermatology so don't be surprised that she has moved away from medical derm. Having said that, she removed a basal cell from me -- no scar -- and diagnosed someone dear to me *by sight* with melanoma -- catching it very early -- a potentially life saving catch! read more

I'd like to thank Dr. Welsh for providing a second opinion that helped resolve a tricky dermatological diagnosis. She was kind and professional and asked all the right questions. I would definitely recommend her! read more

I have been a patient for 20 years. She acts like she knows me for 15 years. Then at about year 16 we meet in her room and she says, gosh you chart number is really low, you have bene a patient for a long time. Meanwhile, my last appointment was for a blue peel. Done by nurses who burned my skin so badly that the skin above my forehead ripped and I have a scar. Yelp won't let post photos here but I showed them to the office people and they were mortified. read more

Dr. Welsh and her staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and professional! I highly recommend her practice for laser hair removal, acne treatment, and anti-aging treatments! I have been a happy patient for ten years, and my daughter is now a patient too. read more

Dr. Welsh and Dr. Hui are both wonderful doctors. They really care about their patients and giving them the results they desire. I have been a patient for several years and will not let anyone else touch my skin. I highly recommend to anyone who asks. read more

Dr. Welsh is absolutely amazing. She is incredibly nice, very gentle, and the results are phenomenal. I have recommended her to at least 5 other friends, and they are very happy with her as well. read more

I have to give praise to Mary who did a photo facial for me last week. I had a lot of broken capilaries on my checks. She did a great job. My skin looks fabulous. She also was as pleasant and informative. I highly recommend her. Great group of professionals there!!! read more

I am a 46 year old mother of 2 and have not been able to get rid of my little muffin top since I had my kids 8 years ago. I am small and work out (5"4 121lbs), but nothing I did got rid of the belly until I came in for EmSculpting. The marketing materials say it is like doing 20,000 sit ups in 1/2 hour (while you are just laying on the table with a slightly uncomfortable paddle resting on you). OMG. I lost 3 lbs almost right away without making any changes AND I HAVE ABS FOR THE FIRST TIME IN FOREVER. I can feel and literally see a difference. Its been over 2 months and I still have the muscles and have consistently weighed in at 118 since I had the procedure! I am still a little shocked at how well the EmSculpt works and can't wait to come in for another session. I honestly cannot recommend EmScuplt highly enough -- for me, it has been the closest thing to a miracle worker! read more

Great staff and awesome results. Kathleen is the House of skin.

I have been seeing Dr. Welsh for a few years now, and couldn't be happier! There is no one I trust more. I see her for filler and botox and truly appreciate how conservative she is. I never feel as if I look like I've had something "done" .. just refreshed. Always a happy client. :) read more

Dr. Welsh saved me from a bad Juvederm treatment (granted, by someone else in her office) and was very understanding and professional in her treatment to dissolve the placements near my lower mouth area. She also provided (free of charge) consultation on my rosacea at the same time, which was actually more of concern anyway. She never blamed me or tried to defend her other practitioner, which was good because it was clearly a mistake (and was not a fun thing to go through.) But she worked hard to save the situation and for that I give 4 stars; otherwise it would have been 5 stars. Since she has rosacea (or so she said because her skin looked great to me) she has some custom topical formulations and is very knowledgable on the subject. read more

I have made the mistake of going elsewhere and I always come back to Dr. Welsh! She gives great advice, stands behind her work and is available if you need her in a pinch. She won't recommend things you don't need and her follow up is great. She is also always a leader in the latest new technology/procedures. A true professional! read more

Dr. Welsh is amazing. She truly loves what she does and her patients. She tells you the truth, and is appropriately cautious when something medical comes up (hello, too much sun in my youth). I would never ever go to anyone else -- for real! read more

kathleen is an artist and never pushes anything that she knows i do t need. she is generous, kind and a great listener. i never feel her rush. she is an exceptional dermatologist! read more

This "physician" was extremely unprofessional, patronizing, and did nothing to treat my conditions. She literally laughed at me for having adult acne, called me a "teenager." Just think about that for a moment--she is a DERMATOLOGIST. On my second visit, I told her the cream she sold me did not work and made my skin more irritated; she just pushed it on me again. Her assistant Angela was extremely rude and actually screamed at me for daring to ask another question after they rushed me out. I guess if you just want to drop money on Botox and fillers, she's your gal, but she has no business presenting herself as a physician who can treat skin conditions with skill and compassion. If you're a person struggling with acne, rosacea, melasma, hyperpigmentation, or other difficult skin conditions, stay away from these greedy, callous souls. Really ugly behavior. I regret giving Welsh any money. The only person who acted politely and professionally in that office was the receptionist, Rachel. And guess what, "Dr." Welsh? My skin problems eventually went away with nutrition and herbs, not the products you kept trying to sell me, you smug, ignorant huckster. read more