Dr. Rachel Garner, MD

Both my husband and I travel from Binghamton to Ithaca to see Dr. Garner. She is pleasant and thorough. I highly recommend her (and only wish that she participated in more insurance plans so my special needs grandson could see her). Exceptional care.

This visit for my first ever all-body skin check was horrific. Dr. Gardner does not seem as though she has any trauma training or knows how to interact with patients in a trauma-informed manner. I am a survivor of sexual assault and the first time I interacted with Dr. Garden she moved my limbs around like a puppet, when she could have asked me (a grown adult) to move them myself. She did not treat me as though I was human; she only spoke to me directly a few times and most of the appointment was her dictating to her assistance, without explaining any of what she was saying to me directly. She did not ask before touching my private area or lifting up my underwear; this should be a given in a medical setting if you are meeting with a patient for the first time and do not know their history of trauma or abuse. This visit was incredibly upsetting and I would not recommend anyone who expects courteous and trauma-informed healthcare to go to this dermatologist.

I saw Dr. Garner for the first time a few days ago - for a rash (eczema) on my legs. The condition was incorrectly diagnosed by a previous dermatologist as a fungal infection. Every aspect of my experience with Dr. Garner was positive, including discussions with her office staff, who scheduled my appointment in a friendly, enthusiastic, welcoming manner. Dr. Garner conducted the exam with thoroughness and an attention to details, showing a high degree of competence. She briefly checked other parts of my body to verify that the rash hadn’t spread beyond the initial area. In sum, I found Dr. Garner knowledgeable, competent, thorough and conscientious, while at the same time also caring and personable. I’m pleased to give a five-star rating to her. I would even go a step further to say that she has the characteristics to potentially become a distinguished physician in her field.

Very thorough exam by Dr. Rachel Garner. She and staff are pleasant and caring. Beautiful office too!

If you are a new patient you can see a doctor in 7 months. If you are existing one, then July. What a horrible way to take new patients.

I went in for a routine skin cancer scan, and Dr. Garner explained every bump and blotch. Now I know exactly which ones to watch, and which not to worry about. Great visit!

I am very pleased with Dr. Garner. She takes the time to answer any questions or explain anything you need. She is very knowledgeable and polite.