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Dr. Elissa Gropen, MD

Dr. Elissa Gropen, MD

Dermatology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Elissa Gropen, MD is a dermatologist in Riverside, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Gropen has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision. She graduated from University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine in 1989. She is affiliated with Parkview Community Hospital Medical Center. She is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 39 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (39 reviews)

Practice

3576 Arlington Ave Ste 102 Riverside, CA 92506

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Gropen specializes in the area of Dermatology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Gropen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gropen

3.8
39 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
67%
67%
4 star
5%
5%
3 star
0%
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2 star
3%
3%
1 star
26%
26%

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Outstanding care from Dr. Gropen
Dr. Gropen and all of her staff are incredibly professional, caring, and helpful. Dr. Gropen listens and asks questions to provide me with the highest quality of healthcare in dermatology. I get very anxious seeing a specialist, and I am immediately at ease in her office. I’m very grateful for her care!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Feb 14, 2023
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Dr. Gropen did not seem very concerned about my health. She made assumptions before fully understanding the issue and only looked at my skin when I challenged her assumptions. It took me a month to get an appointment because I was a new patient, but I'm now hesitant to trust her input because of her lack of interest in my condition. Through the appointment, she and her staff felt extremely rushed like they wanted to leave the room as soon as possible.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 27, 2021
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I have been with her for more than five years. She is a very conscientious person, takes her time and always gives great care! Very friendly and capable office staff. I have recommended and would recommend her to anyone.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Oct 30, 2018
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I have never met a physician in my life who cares more for her patients than Dr. Gropen.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • 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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Tamara-Mary in Moreno Valley, CA – Jan 13, 2017
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Dr. Gropen is a remarkable, indeed rare, combination of diagnostic brilliance and real empathy. I have several dermatological issues and she remedied all of them Another dermatologist I had gone to first told me my insurance would not cover me. Dr. Gropen's staff said otherwise and they were right and I'm so glad because I found her and will not go to anyone else in future.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • 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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Tamara-Mary in Moreno Valley, CA – Nov 09, 2016
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Dr. G. has a gentle touch, takes only what she needs for a sample, and more is required she has the skillset need to leave only a small if any scar.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
Helpful
Chuck L. in Moreno Valley, CA – Apr 15, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Today's healthcare environment puts added pressure on patients and physicians to remember why we're here and why we chose this profession. My focus each day is to improve the quality of life for my patients. I believe in staying educated and in...read more
  • Dermatology

  • Dermatologic Surgery

  • Occupational Skin Diseases

  • Procedural Dermatology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • L A Co-usc Med Ctr, Dermatology L A Co-usc Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    Residency Hospital
  • Los Angeles County Usc Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1991
  • University Of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1989
  • Pomona College

    Undergraduate School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Dermatology®
Dermatology
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  • Spanish

Locations

Practice

Riverside Center for Change3576 Arlington Ave Ste 102 Riverside, CA 92506
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Parkview Community Hospital Medical Center

    3865 Jackson St
    Riverside, CA 92503

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    74%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

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