Dr. Stephen Kessler, DO
Dermatology*
50+ years of experience
Dr. Stephen Kessler, DO is a dermatologist in Mesa, AZ and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1974. He is accepting new patients.
2.6 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 2.6 Star Rating (22 reviews)
Practice
130 S 63rd St Bldg 3 Mesa, AZ 85206At a Glance
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Dr. Kessler's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kessler
2.6
22 ratings, 9 with a written review
| 5 star | 41% | 41% |
| 4 star | 0% | 0% |
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| 1 star | 59% | 59% |
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I've been waiting a week to make an appointment. Left 5 messages. No one ever answers phones or returns calls.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Difficult to schedule appointment
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Carolyn Dodd – Jul 21, 2021
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Waiting on hold at least 10 minutes to simply speak to any live person and only allowed to leave VMs for everyone else. Takes them 1 to 2 days to respond. I couldn’t get a prescription filled for 11 days due to this VM problem and they don’t read what the pharmacy’s concern is, they just resend the original prescription with the same problem. After days when I finally got to speak to the Office Manager she wouldn’t answer my question when I ask if she thought it was even possible if her office had dropped the ball at all.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Office environment
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Oct 14, 2020
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Excellent dermatologist who explains in detail and takes care of his patients. I have been a patient for years. Skin cancer is not pretty and scarring will occur after procedures, people need to understand this. I would recommend him to anyone with skin conditions. Darby
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
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Jul 29, 2019
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Excellent Dr, excellent staff
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Mesa, AZ – Jun 13, 2019
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Excellent dermatologist. Very thorough. Personality plus +.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Al M. in Fountain Hills AZ – Jan 17, 2018
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i have been going to Dr. Kessler for over 5 years. Wait times used to be bad but not so much the last couple of years. He and his staff are always friendly and easy to talk to. I have the type of skin that scars easily and as long as you follow directions, the scaring is minimal. I highly recommend him and have recommended him to anyone looking for a dermatologist.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Charlotte A. in Mesa, AZ – Jan 14, 2017
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He removed a mole that looked unusual, left large hold in arm, did not consider how this might look afterwards, very unhappy. I've had other moles removed by another Dr. and they ensured the scar was minimal, even used a stich or two as needed.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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unhappy with scar in Phoenix, AZ – Apr 19, 2016
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Dr. Kessler seems like he is doing everyone a favor just by showing up. His patient skills are terrible, the last time I saw him he was upset that he couldn't leave early and I felt he took some of it out on me. I wouldn't recommend him to anyone.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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Ray Davis in Mesa, AZ – Apr 03, 2016
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Wait time is terrible. Always 45 min to hour wait. Sometimes longer. Staff are not friendly. I can see why, everyone in the waiting area are upset about the wait.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Office environment
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
- Long wait times
6 others found this helpful
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Dec 29, 2015
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About Me
biography
Dr. Stephen Kessler, DO is a dermatologist in Mesa, AZ and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1974. He is accepting new patients.Dermatology
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Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine
Medical School, 1974
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Dermatology®
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Practice
Alta Dermatology Group LTD.130 S 63rd St Bldg 3 Mesa, AZ 85206
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