What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.73
Average wait time
4.83
Bedside manner
4.76
“The staff at HOCO derm is top notch. I used to see Dr. Risonis before he retired and he was an excellent doctor. Now i see Dr. Girradi and he too is an excellent kind knowledgeable doctor
Ganesh”
Kuplan T.December 7, 2021
“The experience was excellent with the possible exception of the website. The documents are presented so you can fill them out prior to your first visit but there seems to be an issue with several Adobe pdf files not opening. This was on 12/3/21 and it was reported so hopefully that has been solved. Otherwise i found the doctor and his staff to be quite professional. I felt that they were open about letting me know what to expect and answered all of my questions.”
Terrence B.December 3, 2021
About Dr. Nicholas Girardi
Dr. Nicholas Girardi is a Physician Partner at Dermatology and Advanced Skin Care. Dr. Girardi graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia. He was recognized in medical school by the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor
Medical Society for his achievements. He then went on to earn a Master’s degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine in Physiology and Biophysics. Dr. Girardi completed his Dermatology residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital where he was the Chief Resident.
He has published in professional journals and presented at several professional conferences. He enjoys practicing all aspects of dermatology including the diagnosis and treatment of melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancers, acne, psoriasis, and eczema. He is also skilled in cosmetic procedures such as the use of Botox, Peels and Lasers.
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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.
Acute skin infection
Benign or precancerous skin growths
Psoriasis
Removal of cancerous skin growth
Acute skin infection
Benign or precancerous skin growths
Psoriasis
Removal of cancerous skin growth
Office location
Dermatology and Advanced Skin Care
6021 UNIVERSITY BLVD, SUITE 390 DERMATOLOGY OFFICE, Ellicott City, MD 21043
Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- American Board of Dermatology
Education and training
- Medical School - Drexel University, Philadelphia, Doctor of Medicine
- Crozer-Chester Medical Center (Internship)
- Johns Hopkins Hospital, Residency in Dermatology
- Georgetown University, Master's in Physiology and Biophysics
- University of Maryland (Bachelor's)
Professional memberships
- American Academy of Dermatology
Awards and publications
- Alexander A. Fisher Resident Award Feb 2013
- Medical Student Achievement Award in Microbiology July 2012
- American Society of Clinical Pathologist’s Award For Excellence and Achievement in Pathology July 2012
- IL-9 Regulates Allergen-Specific Th1 Responses in Allergic Contact Dermatitis. Liu, J., Harberts, E., Tammaro, A., Girardi, N., Filler, RB., Fishelevich, R., Temann, A., Licona-Limon, P., Girardi, M., Flavell, RA., Gaspari, AA. J Invest Dermatol. 2014; 134(7): 1903–1911
- Eruptive Sebaceous Hyperplasia as a Side Effect of Oral Tacrolimus in a Renal Transplant Recipient. Levandoski, K., Girardi, N., Loss, M. Dermatology Online Journal. 2017 May 15;23(5)
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1447660311
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.73
Wait time
4.83
Bedside manner
4.76
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122 reviews
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Great staff. On top of their game. Quick in and out. Dr. Girardi was informative and helpful. Very well run office.
May 7, 2021Parker B.Verified patient
Yes, I would go back. He was very informative and professional. The front staff was helpful and efficient.
More than 1 year agoChristina H.Verified patient
Prompt -knowledgeable about me - did what was necessary - prescription as necessary - good bed side manner
May 8, 2021Francis O.Verified patient
It was a very good visit. My questions were all answered.
I have already referred 2 people to Dr. G.
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Have gone to this practice for many years but new to Dr. Girardi. I would recommend him highly.
More than 1 year agoSusan S.Verified patient
Dr Girardi is very nice, great bedside manner and very through. I would highly recommend him.
May 23, 2021Mary P.Verified patient
Very professional office staff and really liked provider's handling of the exam
December 10, 2021Robert P.Verified patient
I felt like the exam was a little fast and hope it was thorough.
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Felt a little rushed. But otherwise the experience was ok.
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Excellent care. Great support staff.
February 22, 2022Stephen P.Verified patient
Would recommend to friends and family.
December 10, 2021Initials hidden
The staff at HOCO derm is top notch. I used to see Dr. Risonis before he retired and he was an excellent doctor. Now i see Dr. Girradi and he too is an excellent kind knowledgeable doctor
Ganesh
December 7, 2021Kuplan T.Verified patient
The experience was excellent with the possible exception of the website. The documents are presented so you can fill them out prior to your first visit but there seems to be an issue with several Adobe pdf files not opening. This was on 12/3/21 and it was reported so hopefully that has been solved. Otherwise i found the doctor and his staff to be quite professional. I felt that they were open about letting me know what to expect and answered all of my questions.
December 3, 2021Terrence B.Verified patient
I had a full body evaluation. Dr. Giraldi’s examination was very thorough, that made me feel comfortable, with efforts for modesty. He provided time for explanation and questions.
November 5, 2021Janice L.Verified patient
Fast, friendly and competent service.
November 5, 2021Dale W.Verified patient
My office experience was very positive. I was seen on time. Dr. Gerardi was very welcoming and though I had no specific concerns, the appointment was not rushed and I felt if I needed further clarification it would occur.
September 17, 2021Eileen R.Verified patient
Very dismissive and condescending
August 21, 2021Larry S.Verified patient
Dr. Girardi and his staff are very professional and knowledgeable. After checking in, I only waited a few minutes before I was able to see Dr. Girardi. He was very thorough and offered me several options. I was very pleased with the outcome of my visit.
August 10, 2021Kara B.Verified patient
Office staff is friendly and professional. Was seen right away. Exam is thorough and not rushed. Time allowed for all questions. Very confident in my care at this practice.
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Very professional and a good guy.
July 23, 2021Steve S.Verified patient
Check-in was easy, quick. Staff friendly. Less than 5 minute wait. Seen by Dr. Giradi in less than 2 minutes. Good guy. Diagnosed issue quickly and took care of my problem.
June 21, 2021Initials hidden
Professional and timely.
June 16, 2021Caleb S.Verified patient
The doc was great! He listened and explained things really well and I felt very taken care of. However the process of scheduling an appointment and contacting the office was a NIGHTMARE. I never once got them to answer the phone. When initially scheduling over text (one of their preferred ways) they stopped responding halfway through after sending them pictures of my insurance. Zocdoc was the ONLY way I could get an appointment. So unfortunately if you need to be able to reach the office I do not recommend them. On my way out I heard a woman who had the exact same problem so I was not alone.
June 7, 2021Christopher L.Verified patient
lnitially, I had some scheduling issues with the office in the past few years; however, this visit all went very well. Dr. G is astute, communicates well and is clear regarding next steps.
May 26, 2021Joseph L.Verified patient
I am very pleased with my appointment with Dr. Girardi this morning. He is very professional, timely, and efficient, as is his staff. Most importantly, Girardi is is a doctor, not an esthetician or salesman. It is getting harder to find dermatologists who aren't more concerned with pushing products and brands than treating patients, ethically. He is honest about what is a viable, worthwhile treatment option vs a fad or anecdotal solution. The same goes for questions research has still not answered. He made sure my questions were answered before I left, and treated me with respect and empathy the entire time. I went to him for CCCA, a form of alopecia that typically affects black women. I recommend him 100%.
May 20, 2021Vivian E.Verified patient
Pleasant productive visit
May 19, 2021Mallory S.Verified patient
Dr Nicholas Girardi is awesome. He’s very knowledgeable and discussed the pros
and cons of different medicines and treatment options for my skin condition. By the end of the visit we agreed on next steps in a collaborative manner combining his expertise with my level of comfort.
More than 1 year agoFrank G.Verified patient
Professional and personal.
May 12, 2021James Z.Verified patient
Recommend highly!
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Little to no wait. Dr. Gerardo was thorough and listened to me.. this was my first appt with Dr Girardi and I thought he was excellent!
May 6, 2021Kevin D.Verified patient
Excellent service and rapid response!
May 6, 2021Andres H.Verified patient
Nice and competent young doctor with friendly staff and almost no wait time. I did need to reiterate the primary reason for my visit and I did feel a bit like I was just a widget in a fast-moving factory, but I got done what I needed and was in and out the door in less than 20 minutes.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Staff was very friendly and helpful and efficient. Dr. Girardi was very quick and to the point; didn’t feel he was very personable, not spending much time, not very interested in what I had to say, seemed in a rush.
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Nice doctor, convenient location.
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Where is Dr. Nicholas Girardi's office located?
Dr. Nicholas Girardi's office is located at 6021 UNIVERSITY BLVD, Ellicott City, MD 21043.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nicholas Girardi have?
Dr. Nicholas Girardi is certified by American Board of Dermatology.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Nicholas Girardi?
Dr. Nicholas Girardi 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. Nicholas Girardi on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Nicholas Girardi speak?
Dr. Nicholas Girardi speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Nicholas Girardi in reviews?
122 patients have reviewed Dr. Nicholas Girardi. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.73/5. They have a 4.76/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.83/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.