What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.78
Average wait time
4.92
Bedside manner
4.86
“I had a great experience with my dermatologist Dr. Xu. He is very knowledgeable and took the time to explain everything clearly. Thank you!”
Isabella A.March 20, 2026
“Dr. Xu is a wonderful dermatologist and has helped me control my hair loss fairly well through medications. ”
Suzanne C.February 8, 2025
About Dr. Eric Xu
Dr. Xu completed his dermatology residency at New York Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center, following a transitional year internship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. He earned both his Doctor of Medicine (MD) and Master of Science in Clinical Research (MS) from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, where he was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) honor society for his academic excellence. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he was a member of the prestigious Phi Beta Kappa honor society.
Throughout his medical career, Dr. Xu has received multiple awards for his academic achievements, community service, and research. He has also authored numerous publications in high-impact journals such as JAMA Dermatology, Journal of Investigative Dermatology, and Science. His practice focuses on the use of medical technology in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer, including basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma. He also specializes in the treatment of common skin conditions such as acne, rosacea, psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, vitiligo, alopecia, and moles (nevi).
Dr. Xu is passionate about providing patient-centered care and leveraging his extensive clinical expertise to deliver exceptional dermatologic outcomes. In his free time, Dr. Xu enjoys exploring new restaurants and culinary experiences with his wife, hiking through the outdoors, and relaxing at home with his cat, Josie.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Medical School - Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Doctor of Medicine
- NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center, Residency in Dermatology
- Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Master's in Clinical Research
- University of North Carolina (Bachelor's)
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1134623549
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.78
Wait time
4.92
Bedside manner
4.86
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Dr. Xu is a wonderful dermatologist and has helped me control my hair loss fairly well through medications.
February 8, 2025Suzanne C.Verified patient
Overall, a good all-around experience - from scheduling to uploading personal data to actual appointment.
October 1, 2024John C.Verified patient
The office was clean and the staff was very friendly. Thank you
February 12, 2026Rhoda K.Verified patient
Very quick service, and they made sure to get the cheapest brand of my needed prescription sent directly to my house!
April 11, 2023Rachel H.Verified patient
Great experience. Very quick appointment times. The doctor was great and very helpful. Definitely recommend.
November 6, 2023Manan S.Verified patient
I arrived, immediately someone one attend a d, couple of mts some called , I saw the Dr. It's was quickly.
thanks!!
January 25, 2023Nilsa L.Verified patient
I got there early & was seen immediately. Was in & out before my scheduled appointment time
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I was seen right away and was treated for my issue. Very competent and satisfied with the results.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
The doctor explained every thing, I felt confident in his examination and his treatment .
November 20, 2024James D.Verified patient
Great experience. No BS but spent plenty of time listening to me and explained my issues and options clearly
September 20, 2023Gregg S.Verified patient
Explain medical issues very clearly and instructions how to use the medicine/products
February 25, 2025Mazarallee T.Verified patient
Nice environment and stuff were friendly and helpful
February 1, 2026Mzia B.Verified patient
Very quick and easy. Identified my daughters issue right away and had a plan of action
December 5, 2024Ameerah H.Verified patient
The doctor was absolutely amazing and knowledgeable! This process was extremely convenient!
September 9, 2024Anyai E.Verified patient
I had a good experience and I appreciated how understanding the doctor was and how things were explained.
June 29, 2023Sherry H.Verified patient
Dr. Xu was amazing. A great listener, very considerate, and you can tell he cares about his patients.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
He is an excellent and professional doctor. I highly recommend to everyone.
January 20, 2025Roque C.Verified patient
Dr. Xu was a pleasure to work with. He answered all my questions and was a fountain of expertise
July 11, 2023Sonali B.Verified patient
Nice quiet friendly and comfortable is what I experienced. I did not have a wait time
March 19, 2024Amber L.Verified patient
Dr. Xu was easy to talk to, very knowledgeable and put me at ease. Thank you!!
July 25, 2024PAMELA H.Verified patient
Excellent in every way. I return for Dr. Xu’s conscientious follow up in a month.
April 17, 2024Helen M.Verified patient
The Dr. was wonderful. Great bedside manner! Awesome addition to your practice.
January 11, 2024Kelley B.Verified patient
I was seen quickly. Treated very well. I received about 10 reminders of my phone?
February 7, 2024Francis C.Verified patient
We didn’t have to wait long at all and the doctor made Asian feel very comfortable!
October 9, 2023Aidan C.Verified patient
Great Doctor, very communicative and explained everything with details and patience.
August 8, 2023Freylin V.Verified patient
Nice doctor. Listens well. Diagnosed my problem. I will continue to use this doctor.
January 12, 2023Cheryl A.Verified patient
Greatest Doctor!! I’m very happy with his atención and professionalism
June 26, 2024Erendira L.Verified patient
The doctor was very informative. He gave me great advice. I definitely recommend him!
January 18, 2023Gemerre E.Verified patient
Informative and thorough. Very professional and plans for next steps were made.
April 27, 2023Karen K.Verified patient
Great experience for a non-verbal patient with special needs.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Great experience. Dr. Xu is great. He listens and is very thorough.
March 4, 2024Manan S.Verified patient
Very professional and attentive Doctor. I would recommend him.
February 29, 2024JANET B.Verified patient
Update insurance policy before people drive to appointment
July 3, 2024James B.Verified patient
Very friendly people and very clean. Would definitely recommend
December 11, 2023Lesley Y.Verified patient
Great doctor! Very patient and provide thoughtful suggestions.
January 8, 2024Shuhui L.Verified patient
Very thorough with everything & excellent bedside manner!
May 6, 2024Ciara C.Verified patient
He was very thorough and listened to all of my concerns.
December 25, 2023Sharon J.Verified patient
Yes, I would back they were really nice and understanding
November 9, 2023Selena T.Verified patient
Very clean and professional. No wait and was seen right away.
May 22, 2023Julie L.Verified patient
Assessed my problem and handled it professionally.
March 25, 2024Ryan B.Verified patient
I would definitely go back. Very good experience.
October 5, 2023Alice C.Verified patient
I had a great experience with my dermatologist Dr. Xu. He is very knowledgeable and took the time to explain everything clearly. Thank you!
March 20, 2026Isabella A.Verified patient
Very efficient and professional visit
March 17, 2026Daniel A.Verified patient
Excellent
More than 1 year agoBarry A.Verified patient
Caring and informative knowledgeable
February 26, 2025Ramona C.Verified patient
It seemed extremely rushed especially with the medical assistant pre-screening me and essentially stating “The doctor doesn’t have much time for you”. She then was standing in the room during the consultation with the doctor.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Very nice
January 16, 2025Ali A.Verified patient
Excellent service and treatment.
January 16, 2025Gregorio P.Verified patient
The provider was very nice and listened to all my complaints ! He offered a couple different solutions and we took in account my medical history and past stuff I tried so it’s completely tailored to you individually!
December 30, 2024Initials hidden
The entire process was very easy to navigate from making the appointment to having a very positive experience through the appointment itself
September 10, 2024Byron W.Verified patient
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What practice does Dr. Eric Xu work with?
Dr. Eric Xu works with APDerm.
Where is Dr. Eric Xu's office located?
Dr. Eric Xu's office is located at 40 Spring St, Watertown, MA 02472.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Eric Xu?
Dr. Eric Xu frequently sees patients for Acne, Annual Skin Screening, Hair Loss, Prescription / Refill, and Rash. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Eric Xu on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Eric Xu speak?
Dr. Eric Xu speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Eric Xu in reviews?
429 patients have reviewed Dr. Eric Xu. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.78/5. They have a 4.86/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.92/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.