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Dr. Catherine Biren, MD

Dr. Catherine Biren, MD

Dermatology*

Dr. Catherine Biren, MD is a dermatologist in Modesto, CA. Dr. Biren has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula and French Hospital Medical Center. She is accepting new patients.

2.9 Star Rating
Based on 31 reviews 2.9 Star Rating (31 reviews)

Practice

1324 Nelson Ave Ste B Modesto, CA 95350

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Biren specializes in the area of Dermatology. See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Biren's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Biren

2.9

31 ratings, 15 with a written review
5 Star
42%
42%
4 Star
6%
6%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
3%
3%
1 Star
48%
48%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Robbie Laura – Sep 24, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jonathan Rickard – Apr 27, 2022
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 08, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Appointment was rushed
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Brenda Mccalip – Aug 10, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
K Day – Jun 09, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Alan Abbott – Jan 30, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Pissed Off – Aug 12, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Mary D. – Jun 22, 2020
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
Helpful
Gordon Sturm – Jun 20, 2020
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 21, 2020
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What went well
  • 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
Mrs Wright in Modesto, CA – Jan 10, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 11, 2018
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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
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
San Leandro, CA – Aug 31, 2017
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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
  • Long wait times
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Escalon, CA – Apr 05, 2017
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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
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Oakdale, ca – May 27, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Biren is a graduate of the University of California, Los Angeles, where she earned a B.A. degree in Biology in 1975 and a Master of Public Health (M.P.H.) degree in Environmental and Nutritional Sciences in 1976. In 1980, she obtained...read more
  • Dermatology

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  • Uc Irvine-orange/long Beach

    Residency Hospital, 1987
  • University Calif

    Fellowship Hospital, 1983
  • Mt Zion Hospital Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1982
  • University Calif Davis

    Internship Hospital, 1981
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Dermatology®
Dermatology
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Locations

Practice

Dermatology Affiliates Medical Group A Professional Corp.1324 Nelson Ave Ste B Modesto, CA 95350
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  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
  • Directions

Practice

Office9781 Blue Larkspur Ln Ste 100 Monterey, CA 93940
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • French Hospital Medical Center

    1911 Johnson Ave
    San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula

    23625 Holman Hwy
    Monterey, CA 93940
    Recipient of 23
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    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

    81%
    Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

    15% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Marian Regional Medical Center

    1400 E Church St
    Santa Maria, CA 93454
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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