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Dr. Kevin Karikomi, DO

Dr. Kevin Karikomi, DO

Dermatologist
235 W Schrock Rd, Westerville, OH
4.92
“Dr Karakomi is a persopnable, yet professional physician. While suturing my incision he noted that I was restless and initiated a conversation about our mutual sports interests. His bedside manner is excellent and made the excision of my basal cell melanoma much more bearable.”
John S.October 10, 2023
Highly recommended
98% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes

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Overall rating

4.92

Average wait time

4.75

Bedside manner

5.00
“Dr Karakomi is a persopnable, yet professional physician. While suturing my incision he noted that I was restless and initiated a conversation about our mutual sports interests. His bedside manner is excellent and made the excision of my basal cell melanoma much more bearable.”
John S.October 10, 2023

About Dr. Kevin Karikomi

As a first-year medicine resident pursuing a career in hematology/oncology, I became fascinated with skin conditions that have internal involvement, especially those associated with life-threatening or severe diseases. One night while on call, I admitted a woman with scleroderma-her ?beaked? nose and bound-down skin marked her struggle for life. As I listened to her story, I was deeply moved by her suffering and dread while desperately managing her rapidly deteriorating condition. Days later, I was saddened to hear of her death from lung complications. During my first two months, I managed patients in the ICU and CCU. After an exhausting day, I recall telling my wife that I didn't think I could or wanted to continue in medicine as a specialty. With her support, I applied for a dermatology residency-not once, but three times. When Lyme disease was first described, I was a third-year medicine resident rotating in dermatology at Ohio State. I was excited to give a lecture on this new condition to the director, Dr. Lowney, and residents who were unaware of this tick-borne illness. Early recognition of the characteristic diagnostic rash is imperative so prompt treatment can prevent serious heart problems, joint issues, and neurologic complications. Unable to accept me for a position, Dr. Lowney wrote a letter of recommendation to his friend and colleague, Dr. Ken Hashimoto, who had recently become chairman of the Department of Dermatology at Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan-just an hour from my hometown of Webberville. I was thrilled and hopeful that our mutual Japanese heritage might improve my chances. Dr. Hashimoto was an internationally known expert in pathology and electron microscopy. To bolster my application, I arranged an elective as an outside medicine resident a few months before graduating as an internist. I earned my Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Removal of cancerous skin growth
Benign or precancerous skin growths
Acute skin infection
Psoriasis
Removal of cancerous skin growth
Benign or precancerous skin growths
Acute skin infection
Psoriasis

Office location

Westerville Dermatology
235 W Schrock Rd, Westerville, OH 43081
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Education and background

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Board certifications

  • American Board of Dermatology
  • American Osteopathic Board of Dermatology
  • American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine

Education and training

  • Medical School - Michigan State University, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1376558932

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
4.92
Wait time
4.75
Bedside manner
5.00
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Appointment was on time, friendly staff and professional treatment. Highly recommend Dr Karikoma.
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Been seeing Dr K for many years. He's the best!!!
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Dr Karakomi is a persopnable, yet professional physician. While suturing my incision he noted that I was restless and initiated a conversation about our mutual sports interests. His bedside manner is excellent and made the excision of my basal cell melanoma much more bearable.
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Dr. Kevin Karikomi's office is located at 235 W Schrock Rd, Westerville, OH 43081.

Which board certifications does Dr. Kevin Karikomi have?

Dr. Kevin Karikomi is certified by American Board of Dermatology, American Osteopathic Board of Dermatology, and American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Kevin Karikomi?

Dr. Kevin Karikomi 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. Kevin Karikomi on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Kevin Karikomi speak?

Dr. Kevin Karikomi speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Kevin Karikomi in reviews?

49 patients have reviewed Dr. Kevin Karikomi. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.92/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.75/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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