Deidre Buddin, MD PhD

I have been to so many dermatologist to try and deal with my hormonal acne. I didnt want to go on acutane so i was left with few options. Doxycycline didn’t work either because it gave me bad side affects. I came to Dr Buddin ith no hope because no dermatologist has been able to diagnose me and find me a solution besides making me pay 1000 of dollars. Dr Buddin is the best dermatologist in the world in my book. She one of the most knowledgeable dermatologist i have ever met. She made me feel so comfortable and not only gave me one solution but gave me 3. All 3 of them have proven to be the best products I have ever used, and i have used ALOT. I would recommend her to anyone i come across who has issues with moles or acne. I am sure she has many other specialties as well. Very happy patient

Dr Bubbin is the BEST dermatologist I have ever had. She is kind, knowledgeable, and GREAT at her job. I’ve even taken my daughter to see her for acne treatments and the improvement in her skin is unbelievable! Next I plan on taking my mom to see her. I have been seeing different dermatologists since I was 13 years old and Dr. Buddin is the best!

If you need a dermatologist then look the other way. Terrible experience for many reasons:
— Dr Buddin personally tries to sell you on as many return visits as possible.
— She offers «laser treatment» in her Encinitas office to anyone who might listen.
— She will only prescribe «designer» prescriptions which insurance does not cover. When you call for an alternative, they insist there isn’t one. You’ll go in circles for a week then still wonder if you got what you needed.
— Speaking of calling the office, you can’t. Every call you make goes to a call center so they need to put you on hold for 10 minutes every time you ask a question. (presumably to call the actual office.)
In summary, do not see her. I felt like I was watching an infomercial as opposed to seeing a health care provider. I question her ethics as well as the group and staff she works with.