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Salma Simjee, MD
Dermatology Surgical & Medical
(13 Reviews)
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1290 E Spruce Ave Ste 101 Fresno, CA 93720
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(13 Reviews)
Service
4 star average for Service
Environment
4.5 star average for Environment
Expertise
4.5 star average for Expertise
Staff
3 star average for Staff
Recommended
4.5 star average for Recommended
Value
2 star average for Value
I was astonished and outraged by the treatment my mother received from Dr. Simjee. In a nutshell, the other reviewers are correct--no bedside manner. However Dr. Simjee is more importantly working her way towards a medical malpractice suit. Most offensive and worrisome for me is her absolute disregard for the emotional distress she inflicts on her patients. My mom noticed a suspicious mole growing on her forehead. She made an appointment with Dr. Simjee because she could get an appointment there sooner than other offices. Simjee removed it, told my mom it was very suspicious, and said it was probably squamous cell carcinoma. No other possibilities were given, and she had it biopsied. After a week with no results, my mom called the office and the receptionist said the results were in and that the sample had been sent to San Francisco for a second opinion. Simjee's office refused to say what the results of the first test were, leading to another week of expecting the worst. After a week, again hearing nothing from the office, my mom called in. Luckily, the test came back benign. My mom had a post-op appointment the following day for an unrelated cyst she had removed and to see Simjee again in order to figure out what the mole was since it wasn't cancer. My mom waited nearly two hours, was then informed she was only getting sutures removed, and could not see the doctor. My mom insisted (obviously still worried about the growth on her face that was growing back) and Simjee saw her. She then told my mom: "biopsies don't lie. That was a wart, not a mole, and you were picking on it." The possibility of it being a mole was never offered before then, and Simjee managed to add insult to injury by blaming my mom instead of simply relieving her that its not cancer.

Separately, my mom also asked Simjee at the first appointment about dry patches developing all over her face. My mom had recently started a new medication under her general practitioner, and asked if it could be related. Simjee said she would research it, but that it was obviously just dry skin, and told my mom to buy some lotion. My mom insisted that she already moisturized, and asked if steroid cream would be appropriate. Simjee said "no! Steroid cream would be to strong!!!" Fast forward to the second appointment. Simjee said "I didn't have time (in over 2 weeks) to research that medication. Lotion isn't strong enough, you need steroid cream!" So, she completely ignored her duties as a physician, did a 180 on her recommendation, and acted the whole time as if my mom was wasting her time.

Long story short, seeing any other dermatologist would be worth the wait. Simjee should not be a doctor.
by M.N. xxx.xxx.89.8
September 08, 2013
Did this provider rush your appointment?
Not too much, but somewhat
Are you confident that this provider will continue working with you until a solution is reached?
Yes, I know I can count on them to find a solution
Did this provider ever postpone your appointment?
No, they never postpone my appointment
Was there annoying music playing while you waited or during your visit?
No, there was no annoying music
Does this provider promptly return your phone calls?
Yes
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.44.92
July 30, 2013
Does this provider offer flexible appointment times?
Yes
Was this provider sympathetic to your situation?
Yes, they were sympathetic and caring
Did this provider pressure you to purchase any unnecessary products during your visit?
No, my decisions were always respected
Did this provider thoroughly explain the risks and benefits of your treatment?
Yes, I felt informed when I left
Did you leave the office feeling satisfied with your visit?
Yes
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.113.208
June 15, 2013
Was this dermatologist's staff friendly?
Friendly Enough
Does this provider have helpful information available online?
Yes, but its hard to find
Was this provider's staff friendly?
Friendly Enough
by Anonymous
February 24, 2012
Does this provider ever overbook appointments here?
Yes, there is a definite trend of overbooking here
Was this provider's office too loud?
No, it wasn't too loud
Did this dermatologist answer all of your questions?
Every question I had was answered thoroughly
Did this provider leave you unattended for an extended period of time?
Yes, I was left alone too long
Did this provider rush your appointment?
No, I was able to ask as many questions as I wanted
by Anonymous
December 12, 2011
Do you feel that you could have received better service somewhere else?
No, I don't think so
Did you leave the office feeling satisfied with your visit?
Yes
by Anonymous
November 23, 2011
Dr. Simjee is an excellent dermatologist. She doesn't miss a thing. I feel completely confident that I am receiving the best care possible. I've even referred my husband who will seeing her for the first time. Skin cancer is prevalent in both our families, so we needed to seek out an expert.
by Virginia
November 08, 2011
Was it easy to make an appointment with this provider?
Yes
by Anonymous
August 08, 2011
Was this provider's staff friendly?
No, they were rude
Has this provider ever cancelled your appointment on you last minute?
Never, they are very reliable.
Did this provider rush your appointment?
Yes, I barely had any time to ask questions
Was this provider's office easy to locate?
Fairly Easy
by Anonymous
May 27, 2011
Did you feel like this provider's office was understaffed?
Not at all, they had plenty of staff members to help me whenever I needed assistance
Did this provider have an entertaining selection of waiting room magazines?
Yes
Would you refer this provider to a family or friend?
Yes, I'm going tell everyone about them. I absolutely love this place!
by Anonymous
May 02, 2011
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1290 E Spruce Ave Ste 101, Fresno, CA 93720