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Dr. Kristen Stephen, MD

Dr. Kristen Stephen, MD

Dermatology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Kristen Stephen, MD is a dermatologist in Wexford, PA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Stephen has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision. She graduated from Penn State University College of Medicine in 1993. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as UPMC Passavant-McCandless and AHN Wexford Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 179 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (179 reviews)

Forefront Dermatology - Wexford

1000 Stonewood Dr Ste 200 Wexford, PA 15090

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Stephen specializes in the area of Dermatology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews
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Dr. Stephen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Stephen

4.7

179 ratings, 128 with a written review
5 Star
88%
88%
4 Star
7%
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Apr 02, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Dianne P – Mar 22, 2025
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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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R Rowe – Mar 08, 2025
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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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Feb 25, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
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Linda I Wozniak – Jan 31, 2025
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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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Susanne Reynolds – Jan 02, 2025
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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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Aug 28, 2024
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 07, 2024
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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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Apr 16, 2024
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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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Mar 10, 2024
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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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Mike – Mar 09, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
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Mar 03, 2024
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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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Feb 08, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 01, 2023
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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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Dave – Oct 26, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 29, 2023
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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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Frank – Aug 19, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 27, 2023
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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 10, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Rick – Jun 09, 2023
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About Me

care philosophy

We offer the latest innovations in dermatological skincare conditions and skin cancer treatment and detection in a friendly, professional office where your needs come first. Our experienced board-certified dermatologists and skin-cancer experts...read more

biography

Dr. Kristen Stephen was raised in upstate New York, Japan, and Pittsburgh. She returned to Pittsburgh after her residency. She now lives in Sewickley with her architect husband, young daughter, and two dogs. Outside of dermatology, she is passionate about travel, good food, and great books.
  • Dermatology

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  • Cleveland Clinic Foundation

    Residency Hospital
  • Cleveland Clinic Foundation

    Internship Hospital
  • Penn State University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Dermatology®
Dermatology
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  • American Academy of Dermatology, Member

  • Pennsylvania Medical Society, Member

  • Allegheny County Medical Society, Member

  • Pittsburgh Academy of Dermatology, Member

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Locations

Forefront Dermatology - Wexford

Forefront Dermatology - Wexford1000 Stonewood Dr Ste 200 Wexford, PA 15090
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • AHN Wexford Hospital

    12351 Perry Hwy
    Wexford, PA 15090
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    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

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    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.

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

    3% higher than the national average

    86%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    21% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • UPMC Passavant-McCandless

    9100 Babcock Blvd
    Pittsburgh, PA 15237
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    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.

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

    5% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Butler Memorial Hospital

    1 Hospital Way
    Butler, PA 16001
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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