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Dr. Amy Kobalter, MD

Dr. Amy Kobalter, MD

Dermatology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Amy Kobalter, MD is a dermatologist in San Rafael, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Kobalter has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision and Cosmetic Skin Procedures. She graduated from University of California, San Diego School of Medicine in 1992. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Marinhealth Medical Center and Petaluma Valley Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 3 Star Rating (6 reviews)

Practice

5000 Civic Center Dr San Rafael, CA 94903
Telehealth available
(415) 499-0100

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Kobalter specializes in the area of Dermatology. • See board certifications
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Kobalter's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kobalter

3.0
6 ratings, 5 with a written review
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Superior focus
Dr Kobalter consistently devotes her time and focus towards life threatening cancer prevention care. She is mature, professional, kind and alert. She is kind has a reasonable approach to patient interaction. She is clear about her professional priorities in regards to medical care versus cosmetic concerns. This is her personal choice and I respect it. I trust her completely to identify and monitor any pre cancerous or cancerous issues. She has saved the life of several friends by diagnosing melanoma and other cancers at early stages.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Mar 19, 2025
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Review is mostly for the cost. They are charging hospital stay rates for simple exams. Unfortunately for those with high deductible insurance plans, it is way too expensive. Only since UCSF took over. So I'll be going elsewhere.
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Jul 15, 2023
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on my last visit, the receptionist didn't inform me of a problem with my insurance until after I was disrobed and with the doctor. Then I was asked to sign a form that I would pay out of pocket. Only after leaving the room did I realize they had checked the wrong insurance. The receptionist refused to accept my valid insurance and demanded I pay out of pocket. She took a copy of my valid insurance card and I told her to send me a bill. Instead I got a certified letter that the practice will no longer see me.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
Helpful
X – Oct 23, 2021
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Fair
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Aug 09, 2019
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Great choice. She has taken care of me for about 25 years.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Don Chatelain in Larkspur, CA – Jul 22, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. Amy Kobalter, MD is a dermatologist in San Rafael, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Kobalter has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision and Cosmetic Skin Procedures. She graduated from University of California,...read more

  • Dermatology

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  • University Ca Sf School Of Med

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of California, San Diego School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Dermatology®
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Dermatology
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Locations

Practice

Dermatology Consultants of Marin Inc.5000 Civic Center Dr San Rafael, CA 94903
1

Practice

Marinhealth Dermatology75 Rowland Way Ste 101 Novato, CA 94945
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Marinhealth Medical Center

    250 Bon Air Rd
    Greenbrae, CA 94904
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    70%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Providence Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital

    1165 Montgomery Dr
    Santa Rosa, CA 95405
    Recipient of 11
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Petaluma Valley Hospital

    400 N McDowell Blvd
    Petaluma, CA 94954

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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