Upmc Dermatopathology

Best office ever! Most professional staff I have ever encountered. Dr. Olga Bunimovich is excellent. She was able to correctly diagnose and treat my skin condition when others could not. She practices general, surgical and cosmetic dermatology, and is exceptional in all three. If you want quality care, go to see HER!

(This dermatologist currently has two listings. See the negative reviews for the other listing.) I waited months for the appointment. On the appointment day, I was soon brought from the waiting room into an exam room that apparently was never cleaned between patients, because the cleaning lady stopped by and said that she had not cleaned. She exited and left me in the dirty room. Yuri Bunimovich, MD, PhD had me wait in my gown in the exam room for 45 minutes before he finally saw me. He did a head-​to-​toe mole exam in a few minutes. I then inquired about some small, flesh-​colored growths that I have on my face, neck, and upper chest. He did not look closely at me, so I do not think that he saw what I was talking about. He said that I probably have tinea versicolor, which I looked up and found out is a fungal infection that results in small, discolored patches. My skin looks nothing like photos of tinea versicolor. The nurse immediately sent a prescription to my pharmacy for an anti-​fungal shampoo. I did not agree with the diagnosis, but I paid for the prescription and used it for weeks, and my skin growths, which I think are actually skin tags, were – surprise! – NOT cured by the anti-​fungal prescription. When I had first checked in for my appointment, I paid $ 25 on a computer for my «30-​minute» appointment, but after my appointment when I went to exit the office, the receptionist tried to get me to pay a second time. I am on the lookout for a new dermatologist.

After having a horrible experience at a different Dermatologyst (I only had 2 visits at) I decided I was in desperate need of a doctor who would I could have confidence in. After getting several referrals from friends and being bummed out that they didn’t take my insurance I took a leap of fair and chose a female dr who was part of the upmc network several if my doctors are part of. I could not be happier.
Walking into the office I was a little confused from the setup but after checking in with a very friendly front dear girl I took a seat and waited to be called back. The wait was very short. No more then 10 min. Dr Bunimovich’s nurse took me back to the exam room. It was cozy and and didn’t have that cold clinical feel many exam rooms have. After asking me several questions including any issues I was there for she took her leave and said the dr will be in shortly.
When Dr Bunimovich came in she introduced herself as well as a intern who would be shadowing her. They were both very friendly and put me at ease quickly. I have to say Dr. B checked over me with a fine tooth comb. She listened to everything I said acknowledged it and game me great advice. I did have to have 2 biopsies done. She was very skilled and unlike the last biopsy I had done I could barley feel the needle with the numbing agent. She also kit it take effect over a few min. so I didn’t feel it like I did at the other Dr.
Over all I am so happy I found a dermatology’s who I like and who can express empathy toward her patience and listens to what the say.