Hair Doc

My elderly mom (83yrs)went to see him, she had a breakout on her leg, 1^st visit he tried to freeze Keratosis on her leg in hopes it would fall off, the 2^nd visit he prescribed an ointment, well 1 month later it worsened from a dime size to a hoagie roll size breakout and has become red, puffy and infected. The 3^rd visit I went with her, he was cold, rude to his assistants actually barking at her to do things like a child. He started to flip through his medical book because he didn’t know what it was, well that’s disturbing, he finally came to the conclusion that it was Keratosis and handed me a pamphlet. A pamphlet… really?!? He then prescribed more topical ointment and then prescribed her 2 antibiotic pills, then inquired about any changes to her prescription medication and said it could be side effects. So its red and infected and you continue to give her the same ointment without treating it. All the while he’s saying I have a conference in Washington, DC, next week, and no Dr. I’m not impressed. So what?!? You have an elderly patient here, now. He’s not friendly or compassionate and spoke to us in a condescending manner.
We left, I told my mom that I don’t like him, he didn’t treat his assistants with respect & dignity and also he didn’t care about your leg. I advised my mom to not use the ointment and not to take the antibiotics until we get a second opinion. Well a week later we got another opinion and it was with a Infectious disease physician. She said don’t take those antibiotics and stop using the ointment. She then gave her two shots to treat the infection and build up her antibodies. I can’t stand it when people take advantage of seniors. The worst!

Dr. Panagotacos cured my thinning hair. I am a woman in my mid 40s. I have always had fine hair. In the past ten years I noticed it gradually thinning. I remember seeing my aunts when I was a kid and they all had thin old lady hair when they were in their 40s. So I went to the Hair Doctor to see if there was something I can do to prevent ending up like them. This man knows his stuff. He assessed my hair and took pictures. He had my iron levels tested, and got back to me within a day. He gave me two prescriptions, a recommend to switch one prescription, and a lotion (w/​minoxidil) to apply to my scalp daily. Well, I just had my 2.5 month check in to see if it is working and the improvement is phenomenal. He was not pleased when I explained that my doctor was hesitant to switch one of my prescriptions (and I did not push it). I had also not been using my minoxidil lotion religiously, and he gave me advise on that. But still the proof is in the pudding. He was impressed with the improvement in my hair, and I am impressed with the change in my hair growth in such a brief period of time.
Dr. Panagotacos is an expert in his field. I respect his work, because his work provides positive results. He is no nonsense. He says what he thinks. I am not looking for a friend. I am looking for someone who understands the process of hair loss and how to prevent it and in my case regrow it. I highly recommend going to Dr. Panagotacos if you want to have your hair loss assessed and reversed.
The doctor office experience has changes significantly in our lifetimes. HMOs are ruling the time and budget, I find myself on a conveyor belt of bureaucracy whenever I enter a doctors office. I witnessed Dr. Panagotacos brush off a pandering sales person who was in his waiting room trying to get into see him. He explained that his patients are waiting and they come first. I think a doctor who does not waste my time, speaks openly, and delivers results is more than what I could hope for.

Maybe he’s a great doctor, but his personal manner is garbage. I would almost say he’s intentionally rude to his patients. If you want an efficient dermatologist who will condescend to you, interrupt you and generally not even pretend to give a $%&^, this is your guy.
I had an appointment today and I almost walked out in the middle of it. I will not be going back.

Dr was rude! Bad attitude doctor should be his new name! I DO NOT recommend this place at all!!! This dr does not deserve a star at all, I had to click on a star to post this. The dr assumed people coming in to take advantage of his time for a free consultation. we never thought it was free to begin with and knew that the consultation was $ 100. We were ready to pay him. The form asked reason for visit we put down hair loss and his staff put the form in a purple folder which we found out later from mr attitude that purple folder is for free consultation and free consultation is only for hair restoration not medically related. so after he saw the issue and it was medically related he thought we were trying rip him off for a free consult. He did not even want to talk to us and open the door and told us the girls will talk to us. He said he can do the injection for us and I said hell to the N O! And left that place. Don’t know what he was taught in his doctor program but definitely should take a customer service” class. I bet he would fail it.

Dr. Panagotacos was HORRIBLE. Not only is he rude, he’s a terrible listener. Not a good sign for a doctor. He barely assessed my skin problem– he was off writing prescriptions before I even told him about my problem. I would NEVER go back and would seriously reconsider if you have an appt.
Can’t emphasize what a TERRIBLE experience this was. I wouldn’t give any stars if this let me.

Love this guy, been going on and off for over 15 years and he is always helpful. He will take care of you if being treated is your priority. but if having your feelings hurt is your concern then maybe you shouldnt step out in public, just sayin

After waiting for over 30 minutes I was seen by Dr. Panagotacos and immediately felt uncomfortable — which could have been attributed to the fact that he left the door to examining room wide open for all to hear. Not only did he speak to me in a condescending tone, but he proceeded to answer his ringing cell phone three times throughout my appointment, one of which was to talk about attending a dinner party. I was speechless. I understand things come up in our lives that we must attend to but maybe excuse yourself for a moment or tell the caller you are with a patient and will call back shortly.
I did receive the treatment I went for but I will not be returning to this doctor again. I urge anyone contemplating his services to avoid it if possible!

Over the last 8 years (or so), I’ve had three procedures done by Dr. Panagotacos. Each time, I’ve been extremely pleased with the results. If you follow his instructions (exactly), you get the results he says are possible. If it’s appropriate for you, he will recommend topicals (minoxidal-​based) and medication (like Propecia), whose positive effects are well documented if you google them.
The biggest effect came from the first procedure. #2 and #3 were «touch-​ups» as I got older
I’ve never had any issues with Dr P not answering questions or concerns. Even if I leave his office having forgot to ask something, I just call his office and get back in touch with him. I did have some concerns after procedure #2, and the doctor even gave me his cell phone number to call off-​hours. (I didn’t need to)
In terms of the results: The best part is that no one would possibly guess that I’ve had any hair restoration work done. The look is 100% natural. I consider myself proof that if you follow his instructions, you get the results he promises. That being said, he will also tell you what’s possible and what’s not, without sugar coating it. The decision is then left in your hands… Just remember that following his instructions (EXACTLY) is the key to getting the results he says are possible. There is no hand-​holding along the way, because the key to great results is 100% in your control if you follow his instructions.
I can’t change my genes, but thanks to Dr. P I can change the way I look as I get older.

I have had two hair transplants by Dr. Panagotacos over the past 8 years. Both procedures were done with extreme skill and professionalism. I am extremely pleased with every aspect of Dr. Panagotacos care as well as with his staff. I have received many compliments and feel great about my hair. He truly is the Hair Doc and deserves his international acclaim as a leader in his field. He’s simply the best!

I had skin rash and was happy that he was able to stay late to see me the same day I called for an appointment.
Dr. Panagotacos is very knowledgeable. He gave me samples and also coupon which saved me over $ 200. After applying the prescription lotion for few days the rash went away.
front desk staff were also nice and helpful.

THE WORST DR. EVER!!! Do not go to see Dr. Panagotacos or his staff. I seriously left his office wanting to cry/​punch something he made me that uncomfortable and upset. I was recommended to him by a general practitioner and it was such a mistake going here.
He is RUDE, UNPROFESSIONAL, extremely short, will not answer your questions, does not give 2 craps about medicine or having bedside manner, he just wants to rush you out of his office and collect his $. He was yelling at the nurse in front of me almost at the top of his lungs (she felt the need to apologize to me after he left). He was condescending to her and me and was honestly just an all around a-​hole who was a pathetic excuse for a Dr. and a human being. The worst medical experience I have ever had. I wish I knew where I could file a formal complaint so he could be reviewed by an official medical board or something.
DO NOT GO HERE!!!

Our experience today was «unbelievable» for me and my 17 year old son. FIVE WORDS DESCRIBE HIM: PANAGOTACOS… (doesn’t deserve to be called Doctor) …RUDE…CONDOSENDING…DISRESPECTFUL…ARROGANT…BELITTLING.
He was disrespectful to me in front of my son. Didn’t want me to ask any questions and when I did, he was very sarcastic and rude. My son could not believe what he was hearing. After his appointment, he told me that he was ready to «tell him off» and leave the office. But of course, my son has better manners than that… Better manners than HIM. We DO NOT recommend HIM.

My primary care doc sent me to Papagantacos for an infection. The guy gave me antibiotics and my problem went away. On the second appointment, just like Unilocal warned me, the tacos started writing a prescription for more antibiotics and soaps. WHAT?
When I said I wasn’t there to start a new treatment, he got rude.
That man has bad manners, he’s not trustworthy and I don’t feel comfortable with him.

I was referred by a primary care doctor for some minor skin issues. Dr Panagotacos was extremely rushed, did not explain what he was going to do clearly, and ignored some of my questions. I had to shout my final question («what followup should I do?») down the hallway. I would not go back.

I know there are other doctors here besides Dr. Panagotacos, but on the days I am available, it just happens to be him and I was recommended to him by my family doctor. I came here when I was probably 11 for my eczema, he made me cry, he was insincere and he spoke down to my mother and down to me. He made us feel stupid and he slapped my hand as I unconsciously scratched a spot, I know it’s negative reinforcement and all that stuff. But you don’t slap a patients hand! It was really disrespectful. So we never went back… until…
Present day, I was recommended again by my family doctor because I have vitiligo and I should get treatment for it. HE HAS NOT CHANGED it’s been about a decade and he’s still condescending, insincere and belittles his patients. I have a spot of vitiligo in a pretty private place, so I asked if the female assistant (Sheila, really nice) could take the picture rather than him. He made this exasperated sigh and decided that was the pretty much the end of our appointment.10 minutes of waiting inside the room and a whole 5 minutes with the doctor.
If you do come here, see another doctor!

First, if you are looking for Dr. Alice Do, D.O., the best dermatologist in the SF Bay Area and perhaps beyond, her former office at The Dermatology Center of San Francisco does not want you to find her. I do. She is no longer there and they told me they have no info on where I might find her.
I suspect, especially after reading the terrible reviews of their Dr. Panagotocas, that this office is intimidated by the far superior service of Dr. Do, and want to steal her patients for themselves. That is the only reason I can imagine that when I called after she had left them, they refused to give me her new office number and are refusing to even allow her to get in touch with patients she has been working with in that office (is that even legal?).
The good news for all former and future patients seeking Dr. Alice Do is that I have found her at her temporary new location in SF. You can find her at Lakeside Dermatology, 190 Eucalyptus Drive, San Francisco, CA. 94 132. Phone is 415−337−7546.
The reason I was so gung to find Dr. Do when she «went missing with no new contact info» from her previous office is that she has saved me. I have had severe eczema for 40 of my 43 years, needing hospitalization at times, cortisone shots 2 – 3 times a year, causing major social and economic strains on my life. I have been to countless dermatologists and tried every conventional and unconventional method to get some relief for myself. Dr. Do. is extremely well versed in current research and in fact gives professional talks on the subject.
It is also obvious that Dr. Do REALLY cares about her patients, going above and beyond with time during visits and returning phone calls (now that I have found her again).
SHE SUGGESTED I TRY BLEACH BATHS.
This is ½ cup of regular household bleach mixed thoroughly in 1 FULL tub of (not hot) bathwater. That gives a concentration similar to a cholorinated swimming pool. You are only supposed to be in this bath for 10 minutes and it is crucial to immediately afterwards thoroughly rinse and then thoroughly moisturize. This is done 2 – 3 times a week (I do 3x).
I began this treatment immediately after Dr. Do prescribed it for me in April of 2011 and have been 99% itch free since. For those of you who suffer with itching you know how unbelievably miraculous this is.
I am absolutely livid that the dermatology center of SF would keep patients from contacting Dr. Do, who is a hero of mine.
Please refer derm sufferers to her before her calendar fills up.
415−337−7546
Her office at Lakeside Dermatology is very convenient, just off 19^th avenue near Ocean.
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11 years of tough to deal with staff and the rudest Doctor I’ve met. I’m almost 50, so I’ve been to a few Doctors. He doesn’t listen, jumps to conclusions and is short with his answers. How someone hasn’t punched his lights out is beyond me. If you respect yourself (which I’m sure you do), take your business elsewhere.

After encountering sea of incompetent doctors, Dr. Alice Do has restore my faith in the medical industry/​profession. Unfortunately, she is listed in Unilocal under a network of doctors at the Dermatology Center of SF, and the majority of negative reviews reflect another doctor within that network.
Dr. Do is absolutely attentive and very easy to talk to. She addressed and answered every one of my questions and concerns as if they were the most serious matter, and she explained all treatment options and discussed everything thoroughly before allowing me to make the final decision.
As other reviewers have mentioned, she is quite knowledgeable, and she picked up on things that previous doctors have overlooked/​missed. And her follow-​up care is impeccable.
She has offices in 3 different locations throughout the city; so, be sure to ask for her when you book an appt, as I’d recommended her to a friend of mine, and he made an appt at the Derm Center on the day she was not there and saw Dr. P instead. Needless to say, his experience was completely different.

I have been coming here for 6 years and have never expereienced a staff that was so rude. Yes they are always a little «to busy» to be terribly frinedly but this woman «CARRIE» is so rude I am no longer going to go there. Get a new staff or wake them up a little by telling them they are only anwering phones and that is dealing with the public, not to mention we are entering a 3 day weekend… stop being so misrable! So long! Good luck!

I liked Dr. Ellison well enough, but Dr. Panagotocas was one of the worst dermatologists I have EVER encountered. I’ve been going to various derms on and off for about 17 years, and he’s the only one that actually made me cry because he was so rude and insensitive.
The PA, Michael, is quite nice and he seems like he actually cares about the patient.
The staff there tend to be pretty rude: Nicole wouldn’t give me a straight answer about an Rx and insurance problem and was extremely dismissive and derisive. To anyone that is looking for a dermatologist, DO NOT go here.