Anthony Parris, MD

Had a good experience with both Dr Parris and the receptionists. I called on a Tuesday and was able to get a Thursday appt. Dr was knowledgeable and the receptionists called the pharmacy to see which script was more affordable. Recommend.

I have been going to Dr. Parris for over 14 years now. Everything and anything he has prescribed to me has worked. I love the guy… do not know what I would do without him.

I was referred to Dr. Parris by my primary physician and assumed he’d be great based on the overall professionalism of my primary. Not.
When he came into the room, I felt so rushed and so uncomfortable, I forgot all the questions I had about what I came to see him for. He barely looked at the affected area before diagnosing me and explaining my prescription. I asked him a question about a mole I had been concerned about and he straight-​out ignored me. As I was walking out the door, he said he wanted to see me again in a month, and, not thinking I needed to go back to the desk and make that appointment. He yelled it and rolled his eyes as if I was some idiot.
As I was making the next appointment (which I later canceled) he had an argument with another patient about whether or not he was listening to her concerns about her condition.
Also — the receptionists discussed bikinis the entire time I stood at the desk to pay my co-​pay.
Unprofessional all around. Don’t expect to be treated with care here.

Best Doctor i seen so far he has check my moles that i was concerned about and handle things with professionalism and accurate information. His staff is normal medical staff they execute their job with accuracy and very helpful people, i always enjoy my visits and leave with a smile. I would recommend this Doctor to anyone who wants a great Dermatologist and is truthful person who can give it to you straight forward and offer great solutions.

Prior to visiting the doctor’s office, I went to see my PCP and the referral was issued through the healthcare company’s website. My PCP’s receptionists are exceptionally good, and I know that they rarely make errors.
When I went to see Dr. Paris, his receptionist insisted that they haven’t received any referrals, and told me very rudely, «This is a business. I can’t treat you for free. You have to pay the full amount of office visit prior to seeing the doctor.» So I paid. After a month or so, I receive a letter from my insurance company notifying me that office visit fee was paid to Dr. Paris’ office.
I called Dr. Paris’ office and asked for the reimbursement. It took about a month to get my money back.

I’ll agree with some of the other reviewers here that Dr. Parris doesn’t have the best bedside manner – he’s kind of brusque – but he’s always been very attentive to all of the issues I’ve brought up and has prescribed very effective medications. My skin looks so much better than it did before I started going to Dr. Parris.
I do want to add the caveat that he’s not at all shy about writing prescriptions for heavy-​duty antibiotics. If you’re looking for a doctor who will try more gentle methods (diet changes, supplements) before going full-​force, Dr. Parris is not right for you. That said, if you’ve tried everything else and want to see someone who will diagnose your problem and write some effective scripts, he’s your guy.

I had a very good experience at Dr. Parris’ office.
I called on a Wednesday and was able to get an appointment that Friday, which is fast by NYC standards.
The staff working behind the counter was very friendly, even when I made a mistake on my paperwork (I was a new patient). They also helped explain how I would be charged for the visit, as I have a high-​deductible health-​insurance plan.
I waited about 30 minutes to see the doctor, which is just the way things are in today’s health care, so no complaints there.
Dr. Parris himself was very kind, knowledgable, experienced, and professional. He was able to diagnose me at first glance and explained my condition to me in a way that was easy to understand. He also walked me through what he was doing every step of the way while he treated me.
When I had a couple unrelated questions after (quick ones, not hypochondriac-​type stuff), he happily answered and didn’t rush me out of the office, as some other doctors do.
If you live in or near Astoria and need to see a dermatologist, I’d highly recommend seeing him.

Dr. Parris is by far the best dermatologist that I’ve been to! A few years ago, I had a bad allergic reaction and my skin broke out in hives. I went to the ER and they could not identify the cause. I went to see Dr. Parris based on a recommendation by a co-​worker. Within a few minutes, he diagnosed that the reaction was caused by bed bug bites and with the medicine I was fine within a few days. Dr. Parris may not be the most chatty person but who cares as long as you get diagnosed and treated properly.

I loved my first visit to Dr.Parris. I would highly recommend him to anyone who is looking for an excellent professional dermatologist.

Not so sure about that other viewer that posted that long story… Lol but I’ve been going to dr Parris for many years now and he is a great dermatologist! Let me refraise that (DERMATOLOGIST) he is not a PCP or a THERAPIST. Therefore he’s not there to talk about your life or family or personal problems he’s a skin dr. He’s not there to touch you or anything of the sort not unless if it’s nessecary. His job is to look at your skin see the problem and fix it.
Since I have been a patient for quite awhile the front desk girls have changed since I’ve been there the girls that worked there before were you could say quite rude and obnoxious! But the girls that are there now are very polite and well spoken and seem to know what they are doing. The girl that stands in the room which is the dr. s assistant is suppose to be there unless suggested by the patient that they don’t want them there. That is her job! She is assisting the dr little do you know because their there listening what medications are given and so on and so forth. So don’t call the girl creepy. Please that’s just uncalled for.
He is treating me for roseaca and ive had quite an improvement aince ive been there. But all in all I think dr. Parris is a great dr. And I would definitely refer anyone there.

Was very to the point and we were able to handle our visit nice and quickly because he listened to what I had to say. As a licensed cosmetologist, I know a thing or two about skin care, so instead of talking over me and repeating back to me things I already know, he acknowledged that I know my own skin and what triggers it as well treatments have worked for me in the past. He advised me on how to proceed, and what might have changed since the last time my skin was flaring up, very cut to the chase. I get the impression he’s not the sort to talk to hear himself talk, which is OK by me. He was nice enough, and even hooked me up with a coupon to get my first round of the (pricey) Retin A gel pump FOR FREE.
He and his staff are maybe not exactly what I’d call «charming», but they were never unprofessional or rude. I’m not looking for roses and champagne, just a capable dermatologist! And my acne flare up has gone away, my tone has evened out again, and my skin looks better than ever.
I don’t think the assistant is CREEPY, she’s not there to entertain, she’s there to ASSIST and observe. She was courteous and polite to me, and made sure that I understood the instructions given to me for use and dosage of my medication, even though I had used it before.
Due in for a check up with him next month, didn’t see any of the strangeness others reported in their reviews. I will definitely go back there.

I hate to agree with some other Unilocalers but Dr. Parris is rude and condescending. I’m on a very pricey cosmetic medication that requires a blood test and visit once a year. When it suddenly runs out I forget about the required visit/​blood test and I can’t schedule an appointment for weeks! Then the assistants give me a hard time about letting the pharmacy give me some medication til my sceduled appointment. Once I was yelled at on the phone by one assistant who didn’t believe her coworker agreed to extend my prescription! Jesus Christ! When I finally see him, he scolds me as if I’m a child for neglecting the blood test. As if I purposely want to sabotage my own health! Get over yourself! You have a God complex, apparently! Why couldn’t he offer to send me a reminder when I was due for my yearly visit like a dentist would?
Then when I have askled him several times to remove an ugly mole from my back (purely cosmetic) he is dismissive and tells me to forget about it! Listen, you tool, if I could forget about it, I wouldn’t bring it to your attention every time I visit you. What does he care if I am willing to pay for it out of pocket? Is he trying to spare me the expense or himself the 2 minute procedure? So presumptious!
And by the way, that girl who stands in the room with him *is* creepy! As a common courtesy, shouldn’t he ask if his patient (of the opposite sex) is comfortable with another intern? assistant? nurse? who knows? looking on while he gets naked?
The only reason I go back is because he is one of the few dermatologists in my neighborhood who readily prescribes my cosmetic medication and who takes my insurance. He needs to improve his people skills!

Dr. Parris is a great dermatologist. He always checks all my moles for skin cancer suspicion and is very thorough. I also had to go to him for a mild case of paronychia which has since greatly improved. The girl that stands with him while doing his examination is his assistant and I find her very friendly. The girls in the front office aren’t the most charming, but that isn’t their job. They are quick, efficient and friendly if you are to them. I am not sure what other people are talking about with the problems in this office. The doctor’s bedside manner may be a little abrupt, but after talking to him for a few minutes and asking him a few questions he gave great advice and he even has a unique dry sense of humor. I have been a patient for 3 years and intend to keep going.

I first went to see Dr. Parris a year ago when I developed what I now know is a mild case of psoriasis. I also had some serious acne action going on. I followed his instructions and everything cleared up right away. I am still seeing him for my acne (which is now non-​existant) — we’re now working on getting rid of some mild scarring. Honestly, how could I possibly complain about the guy?
He may not be the most friendly and charming person, but again, I’m there to see a dermatologist, not a counselor. He’s not rude or anything like that, so I’m not too sure what the other reviewer is upset about. I found his staff to be friendly and courteous, and they were also kind enough to get me on some program so that I could get the super-​expensive antibiotic I needed for my acne for only $ 10 a month.
A year later, and I’m a happy camper with a blemish free face :-)

With this new bed bug epidemic in the city, I unfortunately acquired bed bugs! yuck. So I went to Dr. Parris, who I normally see as my dermatologist but since my acne cleared but I haven’t in a while. I again had a great experience there and would recommend him to anyone. He provided me with useful information on how to make sure the bed bugs don’t spread and how to try to ensure not to get them again. Since it is the end of August I figured I would have to wait because it seems like this is the busiest office time, but like always they were organized and got me in right on time. thanks!

Thank you Dr. Parris for diagnosing my bedbugs last year and putting the coordinators of my program into gear. Because of you I got to spend a weekend in a hotel in Jamaica (Queens) where there is cable and free wi-​fi. Thank you also for prescribing the ointment for my bites. It really helped and now I use it for mosquito bites as well. That is some powerful stuff. You were a bright spot in a very bleak situation. I don’t know if anything would have been done had it not been for you. Seriously one of the worst weekends of my life to date. If the Good Shepherd Volunteers in Astoria this year have any dermatological issues you can bet I will send them directly to you.