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Dr. Charlotte Read, MD

Dr. Charlotte Read, MD

Procedural Dermatology Specialist
CA
5.00
“Dr Read at Lux Santa Barbara is outstanding. She is very warm, personable and caring. Highly recommended.”
John B.November 5, 2026
Highly recommended
100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

4.71

Bedside manner

5.00
“Dr Read at Lux Santa Barbara is outstanding. She is very warm, personable and caring. Highly recommended.”
John B.November 5, 2026
“Dr Reed was very friendly and kind. She listened to and addressed all of my needs. Highly recommend :)”
Bree S.November 5, 2026

About Dr. Charlotte Read

Dr. Charlotte Read, MD, MBBS, BSc, PhD, FAAD is a board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon specializing in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. She completed her dual fellowship in Mohs Micrographic Surgery, Dermatologic Oncology, and Cosmetic Dermatologic Surgery at Northwestern University after serving as Chief Resident in Dermatology at the University of Washington. Originally trained at Imperial College London, Dr. Read graduated with distinction and later earned her PhD through research at Imperial College London and the University of Southern California. Her extensive academic and clinical experience also includes training and research at Johns Hopkins, Harvard University, and internationally recognized cancer centers. Dr. Read combines advanced expertise in skin cancer treatment, dermatologic surgery, and cosmetic procedures with a thoughtful, individualized approach to patient care. She is committed to achieving exceptional outcomes while helping every patient feel informed, comfortable, and confident in their skin.

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Popular visit reasons

Acne
Allergy Consultation
Annual Skin Screening
Dermatology Consultation
Pediatric Itching
Pityriasis Rosea
Rash
Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)
Acne
Allergy Consultation
Annual Skin Screening
Dermatology Consultation

Office location

Dr. Charlotte Read, MD also offers online video visits for patients
Lux Dermatology Santa Barbara
5333 Hollister Ave, Ste 105, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
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Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • American Board of Dermatology

Education and training

  • Medical School - Imperial College London, Faculty of Medicine,Department of Surgery & Cancer, Personalised Medicine, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
  • University of Washington, Residency in Dermatology
  • Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Fellowship in Dermatologic Cosmetic Surgery
  • Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine,, Fellowship in Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology

Awards and publications

  • 2024-2025: Women’s Dermatology Society Mentor Award with Dr. Mary Maloney
  • 2020-2021: National Psoriasis Foundation (NPF) Psoriatic Disease Fellowship Award
  • 2019-2020: National Psoriasis Foundation (NPF) Psoriatic Disease Fellowship Award
  • 2018-2019: National Psoriasis Foundation (NPF) Psoriatic Disease Fellowship Award

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1871179317

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.71
Bedside manner
5.00
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Dr Read at Lux Santa Barbara is outstanding. She is very warm, personable and caring. Highly recommended.
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Dr Reed was very friendly and kind. She listened to and addressed all of my needs. Highly recommend :)
Verified patient
Wonderful doctor with lovely bedside manner, listens to your concerns.
Verified patient
On a scale of 1 to 10 Dr. Read is an 11.
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Frequently asked questions

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Is Dr. Charlotte Read accepting new patients?

Dr. Charlotte Read generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Read's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

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Where is Dr. Charlotte Read's office located?

Dr. Charlotte Read has 2 office locations in Santa Barbara, view full addresses on Dr. Read's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Charlotte Read have?

Dr. Charlotte Read is certified by American Board of Dermatology.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Charlotte Read?

Dr. Charlotte Read frequently sees patients for Acne, Allergy Consultation, Annual Skin Screening, Dermatology Consultation, and Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI). You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Charlotte Read on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Charlotte Read speak?

Dr. Charlotte Read speaks English and Spanish.

How do patients rate Dr. Charlotte Read in reviews?

9 patients have reviewed Dr. Charlotte Read. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.71/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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