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Our Rating Methodology

Learn how we evaluate dermatologists using our comprehensive, objective 5-factor rating system designed to help you find the best skin care specialists for your needs.

Objective • Comprehensive • Transparent

Why Our Methodology Matters

Choosing the right dermatologist can make the difference between effective treatment and ongoing skin health concerns. Our scientifically-backed rating system evaluates specialists across five critical areas to give you the complete picture.

Evidence-Based

Our ratings are based on verified medical credentials and clinical data, not marketing or advertisements.

Unbiased

No pay-for-placement. Rankings are determined solely by medical qualifications and patient outcomes.

Verified

All information is independently verified through medical boards and official healthcare databases.

Our 5-Factor Rating System

Each dermatologist is evaluated across five key areas, with ratings weighted according to their importance in determining overall quality of care.

Credentials & Experience

30%

Board certifications, medical education, years of practice, and specialized training.

Evaluation Criteria:

Board certification in dermatology
Medical school and residency quality
Years of clinical experience
Specialized fellowship training
Continuing medical education

Patient Reviews & Satisfaction

25%

Verified patient feedback, treatment outcomes, and overall satisfaction ratings.

Evaluation Criteria:

Patient satisfaction scores
Treatment effectiveness ratings
Communication quality reviews
Office experience feedback
Verified patient testimonials

Treatment Quality & Technology

20%

Modern equipment, advanced treatments, and evidence-based care practices.

Evaluation Criteria:

State-of-the-art equipment
Advanced treatment options
Evidence-based protocols
Treatment success rates
Innovation in practice

Professional Standing & Ethics

15%

Medical board standing, peer recognition, and ethical practice standards.

Evaluation Criteria:

Medical board status
Peer recognition and awards
Hospital affiliations
Professional memberships
Disciplinary history review

Accessibility & Communication

10%

Appointment availability, communication quality, and patient accessibility.

Evaluation Criteria:

Appointment availability
Communication responsiveness
Office accessibility
Insurance acceptance
Emergency care options

Our Verification Process

Every rating goes through a rigorous 6-step verification and analysis process to ensure accuracy and reliability.

1

Credential Verification

We verify medical licenses, board certifications, and educational backgrounds through official medical databases.

2

Patient Review Analysis

All patient reviews and testimonials are verified and analyzed for authenticity and relevance.

3

Professional Assessment

Our medical experts evaluate treatment approaches, technology usage, and adherence to best practices.

4

Data Integration

All verified information is integrated using our standardized scoring algorithm.

5

Quality Assurance

Each profile undergoes a comprehensive quality review to ensure accuracy and completeness.

6

Continuous Updates

Ratings are regularly updated as new information becomes available and practices evolve.

Our Commitment to Transparency

What We Do

  • Publish our complete methodology
  • Verify all specialist credentials
  • Update ratings regularly
  • Provide free access to all ratings
  • Maintain editorial independence

What We Don't Do

  • Accept payment for higher rankings
  • Allow doctors to edit their own ratings
  • Use unverified information
  • Hide our methodology
  • Provide medical advice

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