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Dr. Joel Schlessinger, MD

Dr. Joel Schlessinger, MD

Dermatology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Joel Schlessinger, MD is a dermatologist in Omaha, NE and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Schlessinger has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision. He graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in 1985. He is affiliated with The Nebraska Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 593 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (593 reviews)

Skin Specialists & Lovelyskin Spa-Parent

2802 Oak View Dr Omaha, NE 68144
Telehealth available
(402) 334-7546

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Schlessinger specializes in the areas of Dermatology & Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Schlessinger's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Schlessinger

4.4

593 ratings, 200 with a written review
5 Star
73%
73%
4 Star
14%
14%
3 Star
5%
5%
2 Star
2%
2%
1 Star
7%
7%

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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
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mary891 – Jun 15, 2023
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
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Mooper2 – Jun 02, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Mendel Katzman – Apr 01, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Naheed – Jan 27, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
12 people found this helpful
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Nov 12, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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lorizzo66 – Oct 14, 2019
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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
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Anonymous – Sep 11, 2019
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Anonymous – Sep 11, 2019
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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
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Anonymous – Aug 14, 2019
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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
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Amber E. – Jul 06, 2019
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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
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Linda G. – May 28, 2019
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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
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J. K. – May 23, 2019
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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
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Jean K. – May 23, 2019
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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
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Anonymous – May 17, 2019
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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
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Mike M. – Apr 18, 2019
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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
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Daniel D. – Apr 18, 2019
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Omaha, NE – Apr 16, 2019
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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
Ernesto G. – Apr 15, 2019
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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
Anonymous – Apr 11, 2019
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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
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Anonymous – Apr 11, 2019
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care philosophy

When you visit Dr. Schlessinger, you will be in the best hands for one of your most important assets - your appearance! Dr. Schlessinger's expertise has won him the Best Cosmetic Surgeon award in Omaha for more than 20 years. In addition, he has...read more

biography

Dedicated to excellence

Joel Schlessinger, MD is a practicing board-certified dermatologist and cosmetic surgeon in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Schlessinger has more than 25 years of experience treating a wide variety of skin conditions....read more

  • Dermatology

  • Cosmetic Dermatologic Surgery

  • Mohs Micrographic Surgery

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  • University Al Children's Hospital|washington University Barnes Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1992

  • University Al Children's Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1986

  • Baylor College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1985

  • University Of Rhode Island

    Undergraduate School, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Dermatology®
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Dermatology
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Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery
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  • Nebraska Dermatology Society, Past President

  • American Society of Cosmetic Dermatology and Aesthetic Surgery, President

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Locations

Skin Specialists & Lovelyskin Spa-Parent

Schlessinger MD and Lovelyskin Spa-Parent2802 Oak View Dr Omaha, NE 68144
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 7:30am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 7:30am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 7:30am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 7:30am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: closed
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • The Nebraska Medical Center

    4350 Dewey Ave
    Omaha, NE 68105

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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