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Dr. Joseph Francis, MD

Dr. Joseph Francis, MD

Dermatology*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Joseph Francis, MD is a dermatologist in Gainesville, FL and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Francis has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision. He graduated from Howard University in 2007. He is affiliated with UF Health Shands Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (14 reviews)

UF Health Surgical and Cosmetic Dermatology - Springhill

4037 NW 86th Ter Ste 410 Gainesville, FL 32606
(352) 594-1500

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Francis specializes in the areas of Dermatology & Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Francis' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Francis

4.4
14 ratings, 6 with a written review
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Sarasota patient
I highly recommend Dr. Francis. He is kind, patient, and clearly an expert in his field. He took the time to call me personally with my results. His staff is friendly and well-trained, and the clinic is very clean and tasteful. New patient check-in could not have been easier. Very happy to have found this practice.
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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Oct 19, 2023
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Skilled and compassionate care
Took the time to explain what he wanted to do and made sure that I was comfortable with the plan. Removed the cancer from my temple and within a few weeks Any sign of the incision was gone.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jun 08, 2023
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First of all, this is the best doctor of any kind, that I have ever visited! He is down to earth, practical, and very kind. He did Mohs surgery on my basal cell carcinoma on my leg. I never felt a thing. He communicates clearly and spends time with you making sure you are ok. He surely knows what he is doing! His staff is kind and communicative. Very little wait time as well. I can not recommend Dr Francis enough. He is awesome!
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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Liz in Boynton Beach, FL – Jul 27, 2017
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Dr. Francis is a standout doctor. He was recommended to me by my father and I finally gave in after seeing three other dermatologists in the Jupiter/PBG area for the last many years. No stuffed shirt relationship here. He is professional and deals in honest and integrity. Beyond that he spends time answering your questions and educates you so that you leave his office more knowledgeable. It is not always easy to find a genuine doctor who isn't caught up in just money or medical politics.
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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Stacy Shapiro in Jupiter, FL – Feb 25, 2017
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Dr Francis was very professional and treated me with outmost respect. He professionally and gently performed my surgery while explaining every step of his work. His discharge instructions are totally understandable. The staff are freindly, accommodating and also extremely respectful and kind! I would surely recommend this MD!
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
3 others found this helpful
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William Forti in Camden,Maine – Feb 03, 2017
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Referred to Dr. Francis for Mohs surgery by another Dermatologist after a biopsy. I had a squamous cell very close to my lip. He performed Mohs on me. He had to go in twice to get it all. He and his assistant were wonderful. The large incision was beautifully stitched and closed. I feared large ugly scar and it is virtually invisible. I was extremely impressed.
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
12 others found this helpful
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Juno Beach, FL – Jan 05, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

* MD Degree - Howard University College of Medicine * BS Degree - Duke University Awards * Vivian B Allen Scholarship, 2005-2006 * Milton Francis Scholarship, 2006-2007 * Departmental Award in Surgery 2007 * Departmental Award in Medicine 2007...read more

biography

* MD Degree - Howard University College of Medicine* BS Degree - Duke UniversityAwards* Vivian B. Allen Scholarship, 2005-2006* Milton Francis Scholarship, 2006-2007* Departmental Award in Surgery 2007* Departmental Award in Medicine 2007* Highest...read more

  • 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.

  • Bennett Surg Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2012

  • Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 2011

  • Harbor Ucla Mc

    Internship Hospital, 2008

  • Howard University

    Medical School, 2007

  • Howard University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2007

  • Duke

    Undergraduate School, 1999
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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Locations

UF Health Surgical and Cosmetic Dermatology - Springhill

UF Health Surgical and Cosmetic Dermatology - Springhill4037 NW 86th Ter Ste 410 Gainesville, FL 32606
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UF Health Shands Hospital

    1600 SW Archer Rd
    Gainesville, FL 32610
    Recipient of 18
    hospital awards

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

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    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

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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