Elbaum David MD

Here is a follow up to my initial review of Dr. David Elbaum.
Well, the itching and red blotches came back. It was very frustrating not being able to sleep due to the itch. And for anyone that knows, it does feel good to scratch the area where it itches, but this eventually will lead to a wound or an infection.
I went back about a month ago and lamented to the doctor about my condition. He changed the body lotion to use and the medicated ointment. It helped a little. I was told to get a blood test. I just saw him a week ago for another follow up. Seeing what the possible cause were, he prescribed two pill medications and asked me to continue with the body lotion and medicated lotion. He asked me to get another blood test and come back and see him in 2 weeks.
It’s been a week since I have been taking the prescription pills and all I can say is «WoW! I do not feel itchy at all. The rashes and bumps on my skin are gone. I have been sleeping well this last week.
The staff at this office have always been courteous and helpful. What can you ask for?

8÷10÷15. On 7÷31÷15 I received a referral from my doctor’s office to go to this dermatology office. I called the same day and left a message on the voicemail for the reception/​appointment desk to please call me so I could make an appointment. I gave them all of the information, my insurance company, my full name, date of birth, my phone number, etc and no one has ever returned my call.
I just called and left another message exactly the same reminding them that I had already left one on July 31 and asking them to please call me as soon as possible.
8÷10÷15. I received a call back today and was scheduled for an appointment for September 27^th. Not happy that I have to wait over a month and a half for an appointment, particularly since this is a referral from my primary care physician for mole checks for skin cancer. This is the only dermatologist my insurance company will allow me to go to, so I do not have a choice but to wait.
This is not a bad review for the doctor, but I thought it was important that everyone know that it is hard to get in touch with them for an appointment, and that there is such an incredibly long wait to actually get one.

I went to Dr. Elbaum after having seen two different dermatologists in Bakersfield who just wouldn’t listen to my concerns, (maybe because I had no medical insurance and thought I couldn’t pay for the services), and wanted to prescribe medication for my acne that hadn’t been effective in the past and that I could have bought at Walmart over the counter.
Dr. Elbaum really listened to my concerns, my history with acne, and ALL the products I had already tried in my attempt to clear my acne. Well it’s been about 1 year since I last visited his office and I can say my face is acne free. Yes, the medication was expensive, but that didn’t stop him from letting me know it was the best option. It truly was worth the money I spent because it has helped me feel more confident!
The staff was always very nice and even tried helping me to find medication at cheaper prices. The wait might be long at times, but the quality of the services is worth it.

I have been seeing Dr. Elabum since 1996. He has helped me through the acne and various skin problems through my adolescent and adult life. The staff is always friendly and compassionate. His bedside manner is direct and to the point, and always has different points of view on possible treatments.
My last visit was in 2014 after not having been there for a couple of years. I was happy to see many of the faces that I have been seeing throughout the years as they clearly remembered me. My appointment was prompt and I was in and out in less than an hour. The practice is a very busy one and I would recommend getting there at least 10 – 15 minutes early to give them time to check you in, pull your chart, collect your co-​payment and fill out any necessary necessary paper work.

My appointment was at 3:15 but due to the excessive number of patients I didn’t get seen until 4:10 which made me a little antsy and I had made up my mind that I was never coming back. The staff however was very nice and knowledgeable as if they may have been working here for quite some time. The Dr was very nice and apologetic about the wait and my procedure was very quick. I was out in time and would come back if necessary.