Merced - DirectDerm

Dermatology • Merced, CA • Since 2010 • 1 (Merced) locations

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About

DirectDerm is a private dermatology service that connects patients and referring physicians with board-certified dermatologists for online telehealth consultations and remote case review. Key points for "Merced" context: - Services: Teledermatology consultations, case review by a board-certified dermatologist, diagnoses and treatment planning based on patient photos and information. - Access: Aims to reduce wait times and overcome geographic barriers; accepts most insurance and offers self-pay options. - Partners: Works with physicians, hospitals, employers, universities, and health care plans; supports coordination of care with multiple DirectDerm clinic locations. - Contact/locations: HQ in Palo Alto, CA, with multiple US offices; no specific Merced, CA clinic listed in the highlights. If seeking Merced-area coverage, contact DirectDerm for nearest participating location or telehealth availability. - Details: Industry—Hospitals and Health Care; founded 2010; funding ~$240k; network includes telehealth platform and a secure process for reviewing photos and patient information. If you need dermatology access specifically in Merced, confirm whether DirectDerm offers local in-person clinics there or if telehealth with a nearby partner is available.

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Clinic Type

Dermatology

Address

450 E. Yosemite Avenue, Suite A, Merced, CA 95340

Phone

855-944-7546

Email

media@directderm.wpengine.com

Opening Hours

Currently, seeing patients two Fridays a month; availability expanding as demand grows

Website

https://www.directderm.com/locations/merced/

Telehealth

Yes (available in Merced)

Services Offered

Medical Dermatology
Teledermatology
Dermatology care for all ages
Prescription skincare
Biopsies
Laser services
In-person visits
Telehealth visits

Team

David Wong, Board-certified dermatologist — MD, PhD

Insurance & Payment

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Languages Spoken

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FAQs

What services are offered at the Merced location?

Medical dermatology, in-person and telehealth visits, prescription skincare, biopsies, laser services.

What conditions do you treat?

Acne, eczema, skin rashes, skin cancer and more.

Social Media

Youtube

Photos

What Patients Say

Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive

DirectDerm official website: Generally portrayed as positive, though specific aggregate ratings for the Merced location were limited to a small number of reviews on their site. (4 reviews listed on the site for the Merced branch)

Patients praise

Clean and organized facilities
Professional and helpful staff and providers
Knowledgeable care providers
Efficient appointment process

Common complaints

Long wait times on the phone
Difficulty reaching administrative staff
In-office wait times

"Esta clínica se ve muy limpia y organizada, las señoras de recepción son muy serviciales y educados. Dr. David Wong es muy bien informado, paciente, profesional y eficaz."

— DirectDerm official website (translated review by Joanna Moreno)

"I was on a nine-month waiting list to see a dermatologist. Then I found DirectDerm. In two days, I had an appointment. In two weeks, I had relief."

— DirectDerm patient testimonial page

Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 10, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].