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Dr. Michelle Higginson, MD

Dr. Michelle Higginson, MD

Dermatology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Michelle Higginson, MD is a dermatologist in Old Saybrook, CT and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Higginson has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision. She graduated from University of Washington in 1996. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Yale New Haven Hospital and Lawrence & Memorial Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 48 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (48 reviews)

Practice

455 Boston Post Rd Ste 10 Old Saybrook, CT 06475
(860) 388-9799

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Higginson specializes in the area of Dermatology. • See board certifications
  • 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. Higginson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Higginson

3.5

48 ratings, 17 with a written review
5 Star
52%
52%
4 Star
8%
8%
3 Star
6%
6%
2 Star
4%
4%
1 Star
29%
29%

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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Apr 29, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
R.Goldstein – May 17, 2018
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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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Middletown, CT – Apr 19, 2017
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Niantic, CT – Mar 02, 2017
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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
Barbara Ryden in Guilford, CT – Feb 01, 2017
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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 in Westbrook CT – Jan 09, 2017
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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
T Colburn in Guilford, CT – Dec 11, 2016
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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
Bonnie in East Haddam, CT – Nov 14, 2016
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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
Richard F. in Charlestown, RI – Nov 05, 2016
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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
lyme, ct – Nov 02, 2016
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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
Killingworth, CT – Oct 27, 2016
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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
Jim Monahan in East Hampton, CT – Oct 26, 2016
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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
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Robert W. Powitz in Old Saybrook, Connecticut – Oct 19, 2016
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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
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 18, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Sharon in Madison – Oct 13, 2016
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What went well
  • 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
Old Lyme, CT – Oct 11, 2016
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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
Jane southern in Clinton, CT – Sep 27, 2016
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About Me

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Dr. Michelle Higginson, MD is a dermatologist in Old Saybrook, CT and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Higginson has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision. She graduated from University of Washington in 1996. She...read more

  • Dermatology

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  • University Of Washington

    Medical School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Dermatology®
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Dermatology
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Locations

Practice

Saybrook Dermatology LLC455 Boston Post Rd Ste 10 Old Saybrook, CT 06475
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Middlesex Hospital

    28 Crescent St
    Middletown, CT 06457
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

    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

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

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Yale New Haven Hospital

    20 York St
    New Haven, CT 06510
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback

  • Lawrence & Memorial Hospital

    365 Montauk Ave
    New London, CT 06320
    Recipient of 3
    hospital 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

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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