Nikolajs Lapins's Online Review Report Card

I've seen a few dermatologists in this office. Dr. Lapins is the melanoma specialist. I found out I had melanoma in 2012. Dr. Lapins removed it and in order to clear the margins he had to remove quite a lot of skin. At the time, my incision scar seemed large but after years of healing it looks quite good. The scar doesn't matter as I'm grateful to be melanoma free. Regardless, if it weren't for Dr. Lapins diligence and expertise this scary situation could have been way worse with possibly an entirely different outcome. Every six months I have a melanoma check up to look for possible regrowths. Dr. Lapins is thorough without wasting time. I appreciate his meticulous methods, and demeanor of not mincing words. He can be an acquired taste, but if you prefer to get down to the nitty gritty and take care of business, Dr. Lapins is a great doctor. Highly recommend him as a melanoma specialist.

I have been a patient of Dr. Lapins for approx. 2 years = 2 visits, my last visit was on 7/31/20, I had several derm questions and one particular issue we had been monitoring, my reason for my visit. Unfortunately, I was 15 min. late to my appt. I did call and let the front desk know, I was never told my visit would be approx 10 min. I would have liked to have the option to reschedule. I was able to see Dr. Lapins for a quick 10 min. I was also disappointed in not being able to discuss my reason for my visit, with a 75.00 co pay and a rushed and dismissive attitude I won't be going back to Dr. Lapins, and looking for a new Dermatologist.

I have taken my 92 yr old mother to Dr. Lapins several times and he has taken care of her issues promptly and efficiently. We found him to be very kind and compassionate . Yesterday, my mother's primary care doctor spotted a growth and didn't know what it was so he told us to have it checked by a dermatologist. I went upstairs as Dr. Lapins is in the same building and Monica was able to get her in WITHOUT an appointment. We only waited a few minutes. Dr. Lapins examined her and removed the lesion on the spot-no making us return for an additional apppintment! Mobility is difficult for my mother and we both appreciate the compassion that both Monica and Dr Lapins demonstrated. I highly recommend Dr Lapins for anyone!

Seven years after my initial review and many more years since I was first referred to him, I am more certain than ever of Dr. Lapins' expertise, attention to detail and genuine concern for his patients. My first review noted that it is probably easy for some patients to find Dr. Lapins neither warm nor fuzzy, and that this might color their overall impression of him. Others' reviews may reflect that, which is why I am taking the time to elaborate here. What I have experienced is a seasoned specialist who receives complex referrals from other dermatologists--which is how I met him--who is meticulous about catching pesky skin disorders before they become serious and effectively treating conditions when they do require intervention. If you are at risk of or diagnosed with recurrent skin cancer, he's the guy you want taking care of you. That he also happens to be a really good guy (with a dry sense of humor that takes a little time to unearth) is a bonus.

Doctor Lapins is extremely competent. He also is interested in you as a patient, and not just someone on a chart. I was recommended to him by two medical professionals who also use his services. They thought highly of him and they were correct.

I went for a botox injection and Dr. Lapkins injected my face while I had to turn my head to the right while he sat in a chair. Needless to say he missed the area and one side was warped. I went back to let him know that my face was not symmetrical and he started "yelling'' and arguing with me like I was a 2 year old. The physician is extremely condescending, rude and nasty!!! It's true about what the other Yelp patients have written with him being dismissive!!! I was ripped out since I put in a dispute with my credit card company for $430.00, but you know how doctors think they are always tight. He sent a medical record into my credit card company that doesn't even align with his procedure technique. So I was a guinea pig and ripped out of $430.00. But "karma" is a spiriual blessing and this is why to appears some people have bad luck with their own personal life because they are so rotten and evil...hint.!!!

If you want the highest of professional work in dermatology Dr. Lapins is the right physician for you.  If you want drama and emotion watch a reality show on tv.We have 3 specialist nurses, 2 physicians a former PA in our immediate family as well as 4 physicians that are close friends.  They all rank Dr. Lapins high on their list.  I like going to a "Doctor's Doctor" as they know the inside scoop.  Everyone gave accolades about Dr. Lapins.He removed a cyst from my nose.  I was worried it would leave a whole or scar on my face.  He took extra time and caution to stitch the skin together along the crease of my nose.He is a professional of the higest caliber.

Dr. Lapins is a consummate professional.  His staff is excellent, and appointments are kept on a timely basis.  You won't get a lot of chit-chat or small talk, though I have come to know him over 10 years and can usually get him to chuckle a bit.  Bottom line is he is an outstanding dermatologist, very thorough and efficient, and an excellent surgeon.

Dr. Lapins is one of the best dermatologist's I have ever seen and I would NEVER go to anyone else.  He knows what he is doing, is extremely competent  and I love his sense of humor.  He is engaging, and a lovely man.  I don't know what these other people are saying, he knows what he is doing and you will not be disappointed!!!!

This man doesnt even deserve 1 star. I brought my daughter in for a procedure and ended up leaving without having it done. He is very condescending and lacks any kind of bedside manner whatsoever. He has a "im the man in charge"attitude and went against everything that Dr. Keller said should be done. I would NEVER reccommend him even to my worst enemy. He obviously is in the field for money because he sure doesnt show any compassion whatsoever