Dr. David Pilkington, MD
Dermatology*
30+ years of experience
Dr. David Pilkington, MD is a dermatologist in Merced, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine in 1991. He specializes in Dermatology.
4.1 Star Rating
Based on 31 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (31 reviews)
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410 E Yosemite Ave Ste C Merced, CA 95340At a Glance
- Area of Expertise
- Explains Conditions Well
- Practices at Top Hospital
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Dr. Pilkington's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Pilkington
4.1
31 ratings, 16 with a written review
| 5 star | 68% | 68% |
| 4 star | 10% | 10% |
| 3 star | 0% | 0% |
| 2 star | 6% | 6% |
| 1 star | 16% | 16% |
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Dr. Pilkington is an extremely competent physician who treats his patients with respect and the perfect touch of humor.
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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Mar 12, 2022
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Great Dr, great staff they went above and beyond my expectations…. Would Highly recommend them… would give then 6 stars
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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Joseph Henriques – Mar 09, 2022
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Always punctual, friendly, explains everything very well. Very satisfied with 12 years good service.
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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Dec 09, 2021
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Yes. To the point and very clear. Friendly and personable.
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
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Martha Kurtz – Apr 01, 2021
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Office staff are friendly and helpful. They had no problem accommodating my schedule, and did so with a smile.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Feb 13, 2021
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Pleasant, professional, don't have to wait more than five minutes. Office is always clean. Staff is friendly and helpful. Am never disappointed is quality of 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
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 10, 2020
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excellent, you may not fully understand the value of Dr. P. until you have a squalmous in the middle of your face and through his magic makes it look like there was nothing ever there.
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
2 others found this helpful
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bc el portal ca. – Mar 14, 2020
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I go every 6 months for malignant melanoma checks. I see Stanford every 6 months also so between the 2 I am happy
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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Feb 24, 2020
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Horrible place to go if you're looking to receive good customer service as well as your medications in a timely manner. I had an appointment 3 weeks ago and they called in the quantity of the medication wrong. Here we are 3 weeks later, still not resolved. Nurses station is very unprofessional, rude and not helpful in the matter whatsoever.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Aug 27, 2019
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Do not see this doctor for burn injuries, he does not know how to properly manage them. My friend had a horrible reaction to a topical ointment that resulted in a chemical burn on top of the already burned skin. When I assisted my friend in calling the office they acted like it was no big deal and the doctor did not have time to address the issue until the following week. Terrible way to treat someone who came to you for help. This person should have been referred to a specialist.
What went well
No results
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
1 other person found this helpful
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HonestAbe in MERCED, CA – Jul 25, 2018
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Not a bad clinic IF you don't mind waiting for several months for an appointment and once you get there, wait another hour past your appointed time because of all the double bookings they do
What went well
- Office environment
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Mike in Merced, ca – Jul 11, 2017
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This is a great dermatologist. He is often difficult to get an appointment with, because he is so well thought of. All of my co-workers go to him and say great things about him. I have had occasion to see his PA, Jeremy, who also if very professional and knowledgeable. I have gone to Dr. Pilkington for several different problems over the years and he always displays concern for me, takes the time to explain the situation, and always makes me leave the office with a positive experience.
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
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Merced, CA – Mar 19, 2017
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Very personable and friendly
Has a good sense of humor but also knowledgeable at the same time.
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
- Difficult to schedule appointment
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Madison N in Merced, CA – Nov 04, 2016
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This office is very busy, but I was able to get in after about 20 minutes. Office is clean and staff is pleasant. TV shows game shows, not my thing but ok. Dr. Pilkington was very kind and knowledgeable, would definitely go back and bring my family.
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
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Janet C in Merced, CA – Aug 28, 2016
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Doctors were very professional and gentle while doing procedure. Office was a little small for the amount of patients that he has. I love the T.V. channel they watch, Bonanza or Gun smoke. Great !!
However I didn't have insurance at the time i had a biopsy. and when i needed to return, made $100 payment the office Manager for A/R wouldn't let me be seen until the whole amount was paid. Which i am making a payment today.
What went well
- Office environment
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
- Staff wasn't friendly
3 others found this helpful
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Los Banos, CA – Apr 20, 2016
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I have been a patient for the past 15 years. Dr. Pilkington has always been very thorough. I've had 6 Basal Cell cancers removed because I didn't use the proper sun protection when I was younger. I have moved to another state. I hope I can find another physician that can come close to his 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
4 others found this helpful
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Cyndi Thompson in Atwater Ca – Nov 12, 2015
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Dr. David Pilkington, MD is a dermatologist in Merced, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine in 1991. He specializes in Dermatology.Dermatology
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Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Residency Hospital, 1995University Of California, San Francisco School Of Medicine
Medical School, 1991University Of California At San Diego
Undergraduate School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Dermatology®
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