5 Best Dermatologists in Baton Rouge (2026)

Ranked by real Google ratings and review volume · How we chose

By Elara Kestrel, Health and Medical Expert · ✓ Updated October 2026 · 8 min read

We compared 10 dermatologists in Baton Rouge on Google Maps · 5 listed · How we rank

A dermatology appointment can mean two very different things: a skin check or a procedure with a medical reason, or an aesthetic treatment you pick for yourself. Dermatologists in Baton Rouge cover both, and the practices below hold 4,713 Google reviews between them, rated 4.8 to 5.0, with review counts from 203 up to 1,406. Which one fits depends on which kind of visit you are booking.

Short answer: Derma has the largest review base, at 4.9 stars across 1,406 reviews, followed by Louisiana Dermatology Associates (4.8, 1,379 reviews) and The Dermatology Clinic (4.8, 1,143). Z Aesthetic Dermatology in Prairieville holds a 5.0 across 203 reviews and leans toward cosmetic care. Costs vary by visit and insurance, so ask each office for details before you book.

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Skin Doctors Compared Across Baton Rouge

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Derma	4.9 ★	1,406	Skin surgery and medical-district care	View ›
2	Louisiana Dermatology Associates	4.8 ★	1,379	Multi-provider general dermatology	View ›
3	The Dermatology Clinic	4.8 ★	1,143	Saturday morning hours	View ›
4	Stephanie R. Frederic, MD	4.9 ★	582	One doctor, medical and cosmetic	View ›
5	Z Aesthetic Dermatology	5.0 ★	203	Aesthetic treatments, Prairieville	View ›

5 Best Dermatologists in Baton Rouge (2026)

Practice by practice

#1 Overall🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Derma

4.91,406 Google reviews

Derma is a dermatology practice on Perkins Rd that describes itself as offering medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology under one roof. Its website says it is led by Dr. Chad Prather and that the practice focuses on Mohs micrographic surgery, with board-certified leadership and a newly renovated clinic in the medical district. Google also tags it for facial spa, laser hair removal and medical spa services, and reviewers mention an aesthetician as well as the surgical team.

What people praise

Patients having surgery describe a calm, well-explained process
Dr. Prather is praised for explaining each step and his bedside manner
Nurses and assistants are named for keeping patients comfortable
Reviewers also praise an aesthetician for educating them about their skin

Worth knowing

Google lists weekday hours only, with a shorter Friday

Reputation scorecardrank in Baton Rouge

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume1,406 · 95th

Confidencevery high

Recency2 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown97% 5-star

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Our take: It has the largest review base here, 1,406 reviews at 4.9, and reviewers write about both surgical and aesthetic visits. A strong first call if you expect a procedure.

Website +1225-303-9500 Directions

6411 Perkins Rd #100, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

#2🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Louisiana Dermatology Associates

4.81,379 Google reviews

Louisiana Dermatology Associates has its Baton Rouge office on Jefferson Hwy. Its website lists physicians Mary C. Dickerson, MD, Ira Thorla Jr., MD and Sarah McGinty, MD, along with two physician assistants, and says the practice has served Baton Rouge for more than a decade. It also treats patients at offices in Gonzales, Brusly, Denham Springs and Central. Hours are Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

What people praise

Reviewers praise Dr. Dickerson as patient, kind and professional
A patient who had two moles removed said the procedure was smooth
Visits are described as fast, with no long wait
A parent says the doctors and nursing staff are great with their teenager

Worth knowing

Several reviewers say follow-up calls about prescriptions were hard to get answered
One reviewer asked about an extra charge after insurance, so confirm billing up front

Reputation scorecardrank in Baton Rouge

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume1,379 · 85th

Confidencevery high

Recency2 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown94% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A large practice with 1,379 reviews at 4.8 and strong comments about its doctors. Ask how to reach a nurse after the visit if you expect a prescription or follow-up.

Website +1225-927-5663 Directions

10154 Jefferson Hwy, Baton Rouge, LA 70809

#3🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

The Dermatology Clinic

4.81,143 Google reviews

The Dermatology Clinic is on O'Donovan Dr and is listed by Google as a dermatologist, medical spa and skin care clinic. We could not read a website for it, so this summary rests on its Google listing and reviews, which name several doctors including Dr. Sanchez, Dr. Abate, Dr. Burglass and Dr. Dobson. It is open Monday to Friday, with Saturday morning hours until 11:15 AM.

What people praise

Reviewers describe doctors who listen, explain and do not rush
A patient says the nurse returned calls quickly
The facility is described as clean and organized
Several patients say they have returned to the same doctor

Reputation scorecardrank in Baton Rouge

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume1,143 · 75th

Confidencevery high

Recency8 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown93% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A well-reviewed practice at 4.8 across 1,143 reviews, and one of the few with Saturday morning hours. Call to find out which doctor handles the kind of visit you need.

Website +1225-769-7546 Directions

5326 O'Donovan Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

#4🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Stephanie R. Frederic, MD

4.9582 Google reviews

Stephanie R. Frederic, MD is a dermatologist at the Baton Rouge Clinic on Perkins Rd. According to the clinic's profile, she is board certified in dermatology and a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, trained at LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans and joined the clinic in 2006. She sees adults and children and practices clinical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology. Google lists weekday hours until 6 PM Monday to Thursday.

What people praise

Patients say she explains each step before a procedure
Reviewers describe a thorough, efficient examination
One patient says she put them at ease immediately
One reviewer says they travel from New York to see her

Worth knowing

This is a single physician's practice inside a larger clinic, so ask how far ahead appointments are booked

Reputation scorecardrank in Baton Rouge

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume582 · 65th

Confidencehigh

Recency3 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown95% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: At 4.9 across 582 reviews, the praise is consistent and personal. It suits you if you want one named doctor with a medical and cosmetic scope.

Website +1225-769-4044 Directions

7373 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

#5🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Z Aesthetic Dermatology

5.0203 Google reviews

Z Aesthetic Dermatology is in Prairieville, southeast of Baton Rouge, and also lists a Baton Rouge location. Its website names Dr. Ann Zedlitz, M.D. along with a family nurse practitioner and a physician assistant, and lists Botox, fillers, laser and skin treatments, facials, hair removal and medical weight loss. It is built around cosmetic care more than general skin medicine.

What people praise

Reviewers describe a team that explains everything and does not pressure patients
A first-time filler patient says the visit was easy and comfortable
Several patients mention the staff finding ways to save them money on treatments
A facial before a wedding was described as hydrating

Worth knowing

Smallest review base on this page, 203, so there is less history to judge
The Prairieville office is a drive from central Baton Rouge

Reputation scorecardrank in Baton Rouge

Rating5 / 5

Review volume203 · 55th

Confidencehigh

Recency4 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown99% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A 5.0 rating across 203 reviews, and the most cosmetic-focused practice here. Pick it for aesthetic treatments, and look elsewhere on this page for medical skin concerns.

Website +1225-778-7540 Directions

17497 Old Jefferson Hwy, Prairieville, LA 70769

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Health information disclaimer: This directory is informational only and not medical advice. Rankings reflect publicly available Google ratings and review volume, not clinical outcomes. Verify any practitioner’s credentials and registration with the relevant medical board before booking.

How the scores work

Every number on this page comes from public Google data on the date shown. Rating is the live Google star average. Review volume is how many patients have rated the practice, set against the other Baton Rouge dermatology practices in our pool. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so 4.8 from over a thousand people counts for more than 5.0 from a couple of hundred. Recency shows how recently people still leave reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

What affects dermatology costs in Baton Rouge

We are not printing price ranges because we could not source reliable local figures. Cost depends on whether the visit is medical or cosmetic, the procedure involved, your insurance and the office’s network status, and whether lab testing is needed. Offices that run cosmetic treatments often advertise financing or specials on their own sites. A written estimate before any procedure is the safest way to compare.

Dermatologists near you in Baton Rouge and Prairieville

These practices sit on Perkins Rd, Jefferson Hwy and O’Donovan Dr in Baton Rouge, and Old Jefferson Hwy in Prairieville. Looking for a dermatologist near me? Each listing shows a phone number and map link, and Louisiana Dermatology Associates also lists offices in Gonzales, Brusly, Denham Springs and Central.

What to ask before you book a dermatologist

Is this visit medical or cosmetic, and will my insurance apply?
Is the doctor board certified in dermatology, and who will actually see me?
How long is the wait for a new-patient appointment?
If a test or prescription is needed, how do I reach a nurse afterwards?
Will I get a written estimate before any procedure?

Frequently asked questions

Which practice is better for cosmetic treatments?

Z Aesthetic Dermatology lists injectables, lasers, facials and other aesthetic services on its website, and Derma and The Dermatology Clinic are also tagged by Google as medical spas. Ask each office what it offers.

Can I see a dermatologist on a Saturday?

Google lists Saturday morning hours until 11:15 AM for The Dermatology Clinic. The other practices here list weekday hours only. Call to confirm.

The bottom line

Derma is the safe default on review volume, while Louisiana Dermatology Associates and The Dermatology Clinic add multi-doctor depth. Choose Z Aesthetic for cosmetic work, and always get insurance and cost details before a procedure.

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