
Dr. Janet Vafaie, MD, FAAD: A Dermatologist Los Angeles & Malibu ...
Dermatology • Malibu, CA
Ratings by platform
- Yelp: 4.5 out of 5 stars (108-129 reviews)
- WebMD Care: 5 out of 5 stars (111 ratings)
- Medical News Today: 3.0 out of 5 stars (2 reviews)
What patients say
Patients praise
- High praise for dermatological expertise, particularly in skin cancer surgery (Mohs) and cosmetic procedures (Botox, fillers)
- Natural-looking aesthetic results frequently cited by patients
- Reputation for being professional, knowledgeable, and caring in clinical interactions
- Convenience in scheduling appointments in some patient experiences
Common complaints
- Criticism of front-desk and office staff management
- Reports of rushed appointments or feeling like a number
- Complaints about upsell pressure for products or additional services
- Isolated allegations regarding clinical skill and professionalism in third-party, unverified reports
- Disputes over missed appointment fees
In patients' words
"Dr. Vafaie is the best hands down for skin cancer surgery on the face. My husband was very happy w his results and he has been cancer free for years."
— WebMD Care patient review"Highly recommended Dr Janet for any skin care and very helpful staff. Very convenient to schedule appointments and last minute appointments also easy to get."
— Yelp patient review"Extremely frustrating doctor... her staff were really annoying to work with. 0/10 would not recommend."
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