5 Best Dermatologists in Modesto (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 13 dermatologists in Modesto on Google Maps · 5 listed · How we rank

A spot that won't heal or a mole that has changed shape is not something most people want to wait on. The dermatologists in Modesto on this page have drawn 4,089 Google reviews between them, with ratings that only run from 4.7 to 4.9, so what separates them is practice size, whether they do Mohs surgery, and how much cosmetic work sits alongside the medical side.

Short answer: The most-reviewed dermatologist in Modesto is Skin and Cancer Institute - Modesto, at 4.7 stars across 2,115 Google reviews, followed by Schweiger Dermatology Group - Modesto (4.7, 1,172 reviews) and Golden State Dermatology (4.8, 573 reviews). Two smaller practices, Central Valley Skin Specialists and Byron A. Knowles, M.D. Ph.D., both sit at 4.9 on fewer reviews. Fees vary by visit type and insurance, so ask each office what a first visit costs.

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Modesto Skin Doctors, Side by Side

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Skin and Cancer Institute - Modesto	4.7 ★	2,115	Skin cancer care and cosmetic services	View ›
2	Schweiger Dermatology Group - Modesto	4.7 ★	1,172	Mohs surgery and medical dermatology	View ›
3	Golden State Dermatology	4.8 ★	573	Same-week medical skin concerns	View ›
4	Central Valley Skin Specialists	4.9 ★	131	A small practice with one doctor's attention	View ›
5	Byron A. Knowles, M.D. Ph.D.	4.9 ★	98	A single doctor within a health system	View ›

The practices, reviewed

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

Skin and Cancer Institute - Modesto

4.72,115 Google reviews

Skin and Cancer Institute - Modesto is a dermatology practice on McHenry Avenue. Its site lists skin cancer screenings, Mohs micrographic surgery, mole screening and removal, medical dermatology and cosmetic procedures, plus aesthetician services such as microneedling and chemical peels. Google also tags it as a medical spa and a pediatric dermatology provider. It is part of a multi-location group, and reviews mention nurse practitioners and a physician assistant alongside the doctors.

What people praise

Reviewers describe friendly, efficient staff and getting in close to the appointment time
Nurse practitioners are praised for explaining biopsies and wound care carefully
One reviewer found the office clean and spacious with plenty of parking
Appointments are described as fast to book, with paperwork done ahead of time

Worth knowing

One reviewer found the group's central phone line hard to get through to, while praising the Modesto clinic staff

Reputation scorecardrank in Modesto

Rating4.7 / 5

Review volume2,115 · 96th

Confidencevery high

Recency6 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown84% 5-star

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Our take: It has the deepest review history on this page by a wide margin, and the service list covers both skin cancer and cosmetic needs. If you want one place for a skin check and later cosmetic work, it's a sensible first call.

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3105 McHenry Ave Ste 101, Modesto, CA 95350

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

Schweiger Dermatology Group - Modesto

4.71,172 Google reviews

Schweiger Dermatology Group - Modesto is the McHenry Avenue office of a large dermatology group. Its site lists medical dermatology for acne, eczema and mole removal, Mohs surgery, pediatric dermatology and cosmetic treatments such as Botox and fillers, along with an allergy and asthma service line. Google tags it as a medical spa and clinic. Reviews mention a Mohs surgeon, a nurse and a physician assistant by name.

What people praise

Several reviewers say nervous Mohs surgery patients were calmed by clear explanations
Staff are described as friendly and welcoming from check-in onward
A physician assistant is praised for taking time to explain a skin condition
Reviewers report quick, effective treatment and supportive follow-up visits

Worth knowing

It's one office in a group with many locations, so the experience may follow a larger system's scheduling

Reputation scorecardrank in Modesto

Rating4.7 / 5

Review volume1,172 · 88th

Confidencevery high

Recency8 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown87% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A strong choice for anyone facing a Mohs procedure, since several reviews are written by patients who went through one. Its rating matches the top pick's 4.7 on a smaller base of reviews.

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1524 McHenry Ave Ste 470, Modesto, CA 95350

#3🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Golden State Dermatology

4.8573 Google reviews

Golden State Dermatology is a Modesto office on Nelson Avenue that treats medical skin conditions and offers aesthetic care. Its site lists acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, moles and skin cancers among the concerns it sees, and says convenient or next-day appointments are available if you call before noon. Hours listed are weekdays, 8 AM to 4:30 PM, and Google also tags it as a plastic surgery clinic.

What people praise

Reviewers say they were seen within minutes of checking in
A physician assistant is praised for treating an issue quickly at a price the reviewer called reasonable
Doctors are described as knowledgeable and good at explaining the process
One reviewer who arrived with a referral had spots frozen in a quick follow-up visit

Worth knowing

One reviewer mentioned trash near the entrance and the television programming in the waiting room

Reputation scorecardrank in Modesto

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume573 · 81st

Confidencehigh

Recency6 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown90% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: At 4.8 across 573 reviews, it pairs a higher rating than the two larger groups with a still-solid volume. The site's next-day booking promise makes it worth a call when a concern can't wait.

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1324 Nelson Ave Ste B, Modesto, CA 95350

#4🕑 Open 3 days/wk

Central Valley Skin Specialists

4.9131 Google reviews

Central Valley Skin Specialists is a dermatology practice on Melrose Avenue, established in 2024 by Dr. Amin Esfahani, a board-certified dermatologist according to its site. It lists skin cancer surveillance and the diagnosis and treatment of conditions including acne, eczema and psoriasis. Google lists office hours on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

What people praise

Reviewers describe a relaxed, unrushed visit and a doctor who listens
One patient did a full body check at the first consultation, then returned for small procedures
Patients followed Dr. Esfahani from his earlier group to this practice
One reviewer drives an hour to be seen and calls it worth it

Worth knowing

Google lists hours only on Monday, Wednesday and Friday
A newer practice with a smaller review base than the larger groups

Reputation scorecardrank in Modesto

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume131 · 73rd

Confidencemoderate

Recency6 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown98% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Its 4.9 rests on 131 reviews, which is far fewer than the top three, so the rating carries less weight than a larger volume would. Even so, the reviews are consistently warm and specific about the doctor's manner.

Website +1209-755-7546 Directions

1325 Melrose Ave # C, Modesto, CA 95350

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

Byron A. Knowles, M.D. Ph.D.

4.998 Google reviews

Byron A. Knowles, M.D. Ph.D. is an individual dermatologist whose provider page sits on the Sutter Health website, with an office on Coffee Road in Modesto. We don't have more detail from a practice website, so this description rests on Google's listing and what patients write. Reviews mention skin lesion checks, mole removal with biopsy and skin cancer detection.

What people praise

Patients call him thorough, personable and easy to talk with
One reviewer had a mole biopsied during the same visit
A long-term patient credits him with finding skin cancers on several visits
His office staff are described as experienced and well organized

Worth knowing

The smallest review base on this page, at 98 reviews

Reputation scorecardrank in Modesto

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume98 · 65th

Confidencemoderate

Recency3 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown96% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A 4.9 from 98 reviews is a good sign, though it's a thinner record than the larger practices. It suits patients who prefer an individual doctor inside a health system.

Website +1209-550-4710 Directions

600 Coffee Rd, Modesto, CA 95355

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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.

What the scorecards measure

Every number on this page comes from public Google data on the date shown, not from opinion or payment. Rating is the live Google star average. Review volume is how many people have rated the practice, compared with other Modesto dermatologists. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.7 from thousands of patients counts for more than a 4.9 from a few dozen. Recency shows how recently people are still reviewing. Ratings and review counts are never edited.

What does a dermatology visit cost in Modesto? (2026)

We didn’t find a trustworthy local price list for these practices, so we’re not publishing figures. What you pay depends on whether the visit is medical or cosmetic, whether a biopsy or procedure is done, and your insurance. Medical visits are often billed to insurance, while cosmetic treatments such as injectables and peels are usually self-pay, so ask each office before you book.

Dermatology offices across Modesto

The practices above have offices on McHenry Avenue, Nelson Avenue, Melrose Avenue and Coffee Road in Modesto. If you’re searching for a dermatologist near me, each listing shows a phone number and map link so you can find the closest office. Central Valley Skin Specialists has patients who drive in from outside town.

Questions to ask before you book a dermatologist

Does the office accept my insurance, and is there a referral requirement?
How long is the wait for a new-patient skin check?
Will I see the dermatologist, a physician assistant or a nurse practitioner?
Do you perform biopsies and Mohs surgery in the office, or refer them out?
What are the self-pay prices for cosmetic treatments?

Frequently asked questions

Which Modesto dermatologists do Mohs surgery?

Skin and Cancer Institute lists Mohs micrographic surgery on its site, and Schweiger Dermatology Group - Modesto lists it too, with several reviewers describing the procedure. Confirm availability at the office before booking.

Do I need a referral to see a dermatologist in Modesto?

It depends on your insurance plan. One reviewer of Golden State Dermatology mentions arriving with a referral from their doctor, so call the office and your insurer to check.

Where to start

Skin and Cancer Institute is the practical default on proven volume, and Schweiger is a close match at the same rating for Mohs patients. Golden State Dermatology is worth a call if you want a quicker appointment, and whichever office you choose, ask who will actually treat you.

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