Essential Dermatology

Dermatology • Natick, MA

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About

Essential Dermatology, PLLC is a private, patient-centered dermatology practice based in Natick, MA, with 3 offices in the United States (Natick HQ and Natick locations). They focus on empathetic, cost-effective dermatological care. Key details: - Locations: Natick (HQ and additional Natick address) and 1 more office in the Natick/Nearby area; No explicit Needham address listed on the page. - Services: Dermatology care targeted at patient-centered, cost-conscious treatment (no specific procedures listed on the page). - Contact: Main phone numbers and email available (admin@essential-derm.com; several local numbers). traffic.

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Clinic Type

Dermatology

Address

Natick and Needham, MA (practice locations in Natick and Needham)

Phone

+1 508-545-9713

Email

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Opening Hours

Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.

Website

https://www.essential-derm.com/

Services Offered

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Team

Dr. Michael Krathen, Board-certified dermatologist with more than a decade of medical training and experience — Board-certified dermatologist
Sameer Gupta, Fellowship-trained Mohs Micrographic and Reconstructive Surgeon; Yale College Summa Cum Laude; Churchill Scholar at University of Cambridge — MD, MPhil; Mohs Micrographic and Reconstructive Surgeon
Brooke Simas, Board-certified Physician Assistant; MS in Physician Assistant Studies from Johnson & Wales University; BA from MCPHS University — PA-C (Physician Assistant)

Insurance & Payment

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What Patients Say

Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive

ProvenExpert (aggregated): 4.90 out of 5 (730 (aggregated))
Healthgrades: 3.5 out of 5 (25)

Patients praise

Friendly and professional staff
Effective and swift evaluations
Clean and welcoming office environment
High-quality cosmetic procedure outcomes

Common complaints

Reports of rude or dismissive bedside manner
Limited appointment scope (refusal to address multiple issues in one visit)
Concerns regarding prescription/treatment communication and effectiveness
Poor follow-up experience with clinical staff

"His staff is friendly and knowledgeable. Dr Krathen and his practice are a breath of fresh air in the mire we call health care. I would 110 % recommend him!"

— Essential Dermatology Testimonials page

"DO NOT RECOMMEND! I went to get a screen for skin cancer. When I showed up mentioned, I also had some acne. They told me they could either see me for skin cancer screen or acne, but not both."

— MapQuest (User Review)

Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].

In the News

Essential Dermatology is a proud member of Rolesville Chamber of Commerce - Essential Dermatology — Oct 27, 2025
Dr. Sarah Nocco - University Dermatology Center — Oct 2, 2025
Dr. Elisabeth Richard, MD – Lutherville Timonium, MD | Dermatology — Oct 21, 2025

Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026. Own this clinic? Claim or correct this listing.