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Dr. Michelle Pelle, MD

Dr. Michelle Pelle, MD

Dermatology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Michelle Pelle, MD is a dermatologist in San Diego, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Pelle has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision. She graduated from Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College in 1997. She is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego. She is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 1071 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (1071 reviews)

MedDerm Dermatology

3965 5th Ave Ste 200 San Diego, CA 92103
(619) 542-0013

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Pelle 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
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. • See reviews
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Dr. Pelle's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Pelle

4.8

1071 ratings, 13 with a written review
5 Star
89%
89%
4 Star
7%
7%
3 Star
3%
3%
2 Star
1%
1%
1 Star
1%
1%

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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, 2025
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Skosh – Apr 09, 2024
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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
6 people found this helpful
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Jun 16, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Feb 11, 2020
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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
9 people found this helpful
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Marie B – Jan 17, 2020
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 26, 2018
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
San Diego – Mar 16, 2018
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
8 people found this helpful
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elvie in San Diego – Jan 04, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
10 people found this helpful
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San Diego, CA – Oct 10, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
D. Dodson in San Diego, CA – Sep 22, 2017
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Kimberly Jeffery in Carlsbad, CA – 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Rick D in San Diego, CA – May 06, 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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Marlene Wilcox in Murrieta, CA – Mar 15, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Pelle specializes in the care of severe skin diseases, general dermatology, cosmetic rejuvenation procedures and minimally invasive laser therapies. MedDerm also boasts one of the most comprehensive Phototherapy Centers in California for the...read more

biography

Michelle T. Pelle, M.D., a Diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology, specializes in medical care for severe skin diseases, skin cancers and general dermatologic disorders. She is a Principal Investigator in clinical research trials that study...read more

  • Dermatology

  • Cosmetic Dermatologic Surgery

  • Mohs Micrographic Surgery

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  • University Of Pittsburgh

    Internship Hospital, 2002

  • Geisinger Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2001

  • Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College

    Medical School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Dermatology®
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Dermatology
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  • American Academy of Dermatology, Member

  • American Society of Mohs Surgery, Member

  • Medical Dermatologic Society, Member

  • San Diego Dermatologic Society, Member

  • English

  • Spanish

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Locations

MedDerm Dermatology

MedDerm Dermatology3965 5th Ave Ste 200 San Diego, CA 92103
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:00pm
  • Directions

MedDerm Dermatology

MedDerm Dermatology501 Washington St Ste 502 San Diego, CA 92103
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego

    4077 5th Ave
    San Diego, CA 92103
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

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    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
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