What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.74
Average wait time
4.68
Bedside manner
4.84
“Have been doing fillers on my lips for 20 years. Never have had such success. Got gorgeous natural looking lips with no pain at all (he did "dental block"). Such a skillful doctor. Will come back for laser treatment.”
Victoria G.March 18, 2026
“Dr Lincoln was friendly and knowledgeable he explained my condition and throughly answered all my questions. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a dermatologist!”
Sally M.March 15, 2026
About Dr. Vadim Lincoln
Dr. Vadim Lincoln is a skilled dermatologist at Schweiger Dermatology Group. He sees patients in Vista and Encinitas, CA.
Dr. Lincoln also offers virtual consultations. He specializes in diagnosing, treating, and managing various skin, hair, and nail issues.
Following his bachelor's degree from the University of California, Berkeley, Dr. Lincoln earned his medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine of USC. He pursued an internship in preliminary internal medicine at Huntington Hospital and completed his dermatology residency at the University of California. He also pursued a fellowship in micrographic surgery and dermatologic oncology at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Additionally, he is certified in micrographic dermatologic surgery by the American Board of Dermatology. He also has many publications under his name.
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Office locations
Dr. Vadim Lincoln, MD also offers online video visits for patients
California Skin Institute, part of SDG - Encinitas (1 of 2)
285 N El Camino Real, Ste 117, Encinitas, CA 92024
California Skin Institute, part of SDG - Vista (2 of 2)
1934 Via Centre, Ste B, Vista, CA 92081
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Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- American Board of Dermatology
- Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery (American Board of Dermatology)
Education and training
- Medical School - Keck School of Medicine of USC, Doctor of Medicine
- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Fellowship in Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology
- University of California, Residency in Dermatology
- Huntington Hospital, Internship in Preliminary Internal Medicine
- University of California, Berkeley (Bachelor's)
Awards and publications
- Gulati A, Lincoln V, Rosenfeld D, Seth R, Knott D, Park A, Saylor D. Non-melanoma skin cancer outcomes in Mohs micrographic surgery in young persons and trends during the COVID-19 pandemic. Submitted to Dermatologic SurgeryMay 2022, currently under review.
- Tang X, Chang C, Guo J, Lincoln V, Liang C, Chen M, Woodley DT, Li W. Tumour-Secreted Hsp90α on External Surface ofExosomes Mediates Tumour-Stromal Cell Communication via Autocrine and Paracrine Mechanisms. Sci Rep. 2019; 9(1) 15108.
- Lincoln V, Cogan J, Hou Y, Hirsch M, Hao M, Alexeev V, Woodley D, Chen M. Gentamicin induces premature termination codonreadthrough and restores laminin 332 in Junctional Epidermolysis Bullosa Cells Harboring Nonsense Mutations. Proc Natl Acad SciUSA. 2018; 115(28) E6536-E6545.
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1366003170
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.74
Wait time
4.68
Bedside manner
4.84
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The office staff was friendly. Doctor was pleasant, caring and reassuring. All in all, a good experience.
March 5, 2026Monty B.Verified patient
Very quick, easy, and communicative. Explained everything to me in detail.
March 23, 2026Mikah L.Verified patient
Really friendly Doctor enjoyed my visit. Definitely would recommend him.
March 19, 2026Vincent D.Verified patient
Have been doing fillers on my lips for 20 years. Never have had such success. Got gorgeous natural looking lips with no pain at all (he did "dental block"). Such a skillful doctor. Will come back for laser treatment.
March 18, 2026Victoria G.Verified patient
Dr Lincoln was friendly and knowledgeable he explained my condition and throughly answered all my questions. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a dermatologist!
March 15, 2026Sally M.Verified patient
I had an absolutely wonderful experience with Dr. Lincoln. I’ve been suffering from redness on my cheeks and a vascular growth on my lip for YEARS and Dr. Lincoln quickly diagnosed both conditions, and treated me with laser therapy on the same visit. It’s only been a few days, but there is already incredible improvement!! I can’t wait to see him again in a few weeks for more treatments! Absolute miracle worker!!!
March 11, 2026Charlotte R.Verified patient
Great doctor to think out of box with sensitivity to other medical conditions that may be related. Thorough friendly considerate! 5 star
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My 17-year-old son recently had an appointment at Schweiger Dermatology Group with Dr. Lincoln, and we had an incredible experience. Dr. Lincoln took the time to really listen and answered all of our questions thoroughly. My son especially appreciated that Dr. Lincoln spoke directly to him and made him feel like his voice and concerns truly mattered. The visit was informative, respectful, and reassuring. We left feeling confident about his care and are grateful for the attentive and thoughtful care he received.
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I was absolutely blown away with Dr. Lincoln. I went in feeling a little skeptical seeing that he had so many appointments available with such short notice. I asked him why that was and he explained to me that he was new to this office. He took so much time with me and his bedside manner was so caring and authentic. I feel so blessed to have found him on a whim. We highly recommend Dr. Lincoln and will definitely be going back.
February 5, 2026Linda C.Verified patient
I had a great experience seeing Dr. Lincoln for my skin concerns. From start to finish, the appointment was smooth and professional. Dr. Lincoln was attentive, knowledgeable, and took the time to listen carefully to my concerns. He explained everything clearly and made me feel comfortable and confident in the treatment plan. The office staff was also friendly and efficient. I truly felt well cared for and would highly recommend Dr. Lincoln to anyone looking for a dermatologist.
February 4, 2026Initials hidden
Super friendly staff and clean office. The intake nurse asked a lot of relevant questions and I was seen almost immediately. Doctor was very thorough and explained details that made it easy to understand (no medical jargon). Felt seen and understood, which I haven’t at other dermatologists. Would definitely recommend!
January 27, 2026Bethany A.Verified patient
I had a great experience with my visit with Dr. Lincoln. He took the time to listen carefully to all of my concerns and answered every question thoroughly. What I appreciated most was how clearly he explained the reasoning behind each recommendation and the treatment plan. He walked me through every step of how to take the medications and what changes to expect over time, which made everything very easy to understand. I never felt rushed and felt confident and comfortable following his guidance. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and attentive dermatologist.
January 21, 2026Pegah B.Verified patient
Dr Lincoln was outstanding with his professionalism and clear, thorough communication, explaining everything in depth about the procedure. I highly recommend other patients to Dr Lincoln.
In addition, I was extremely impressed with the front office staff as well.
January 13, 2026Susan S.Verified patient
Front office is friendly. I did have to wait a little bit. Doctor was also very friendly.
Office could present more organized, and cleanly.
Also, the staff could present themselves a little more of the same as well.
Less than 3 months agoInitials hidden
I had a very disappointing experience with Dr. Lincoln. His bedside manner was lacking from the start, he questioned whether I even needed an annual skin exam based solely off my age and seemed to make instant assumptions before actually listening to my concerns. When I answered his questions honestly, his responses came off as sarcastic and dismissive rather than professional. During the exam, after noticing a concerning growth, he did not apologize for his earlier comments about my need to be there and instead said he “stands corrected.” It felt condescending. The exam felt like it was done reluctantly and only because I was already there. I left feeling uncomfortable and unheard.
December 19, 2025Michael D.Verified patient
No waiting great dr.
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They were clear and upfront about cost and treatment as I was paying out of pocket. They found a possible solution to my situation and helped me feel better about my overall visit. Dr. Vadim Lincoln was thoughtful and accommodated a tricky situation with grace and acceptance. If I have any persistent issues I will contact them again.
November 26, 2025Adam R.Verified patient
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November 22, 2025Ralph L.Verified patient
My provider was very confident that he could help me with a very difficult skin problem. I'm very excited to finally be done with it!
November 19, 2025paul S.Verified patient
Dr. Lincoln is clearly the professional we expect with people that we trust our healthcare with. Not only was he able to diagnose my symptoms quickly, but he also made sure that I understood and walked me through his differential diagnoses. He made sure that all of my questions were answered and that I was satisfied with the outcome of my visit. He is highly scientifically analytical and not quick to jump to conclusions. He asked questions to make sure he understood my entire situation and that my treatment was appropriate. He even double checked on an item that he was not so familiar with during my visit to ensure I was getting the best possible treatment for my complex diagnosis. For a discerning patient who doesn’t just want to take medicine without knowing what it is for, he is definitely well prepared to inform his patients. The staff there was also very friendly and were able to answer all my questions and schedule my next appointment. Thanks for the wonderful experience team!
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What practice does Dr. Vadim Lincoln work with?
Dr. Vadim Lincoln works with Schweiger Dermatology Group.
Where is Dr. Vadim Lincoln's office located?
Dr. Vadim Lincoln has 3 office locations, including in Encinitas, Vista, and Alameda, view full addresses on Dr. Lincoln's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vadim Lincoln have?
Dr. Vadim Lincoln is certified by American Board of Dermatology and Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery (American Board of Dermatology).
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Vadim Lincoln?
Dr. Vadim Lincoln frequently sees patients for Acne, Allergy Consultation, Annual Skin Screening, Dermatology Consultation, and Hair Loss. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Vadim Lincoln on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Vadim Lincoln speak?
Dr. Vadim Lincoln speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Vadim Lincoln in reviews?
50 patients have reviewed Dr. Vadim Lincoln. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.74/5. They have a 4.84/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.68/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.