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Coastal Skin & Eye Institute/Grossmont Dermatology
4 specialtiesLa Mesa, CA • 3 locations4.46
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Wait time
4.63
Bedside manner
4.94
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Coastal Skin & Eye Institute/Grossmont Dermatology
8860 Ctr Drive, Ste 300, La Mesa, CA 91942
Insurances accepted
99% of patients have successfully booked with these insurancesBlue Cross Blue Shield of IllinoisMedicareUnitedHealthcareAetnaAnthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
3 office locations
Coastal Skin & Eye Institute / Grossmont Dermatology (1 of 3)
489 Saxony Place, Suite 101, Encinitas, CA 92024
Coastal Skin & Eye Institute / Grossmont Dermatology (2 of 3)
5550 Carmel Mountain Rd, #206, San Diego, CA 92130
Coastal Skin & Eye Institute / Grossmont Dermatology (3 of 3)
8860 Ctr Drive, Ste 300, La Mesa, CA 91942
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Coastal Skin & Eye Institute/Grossmont Dermatology
Experience the best of skin and eye care in a personalized and caring environment. We provide medical, surgical, and cosmetic care for a variety of skin and eye conditions. Our team consists of board-certified dermatologists, ophthalmologists, optometrists, physician-assistants, and registered nurses who graduated from the nation’s top institutions. With our collective training, we are experts in evaluating and treating a variety of skin and eye conditions such as skin cancer (Mohs and surgical excisions), acne, skin growths, alopecia, cataracts, diabetic eye disease, macular degeneration, glaucoma, blepharitis, dry, and more. We also provide personalized cosmetic care to achieve natural-looking results to help you look and feel your best. With offices in Carmel Valley, Encinitas, and La Mesa, we provide expert care near you.
INSURANCE:
We are in network with Medicare and PPO medical insurances. We are also in network with some vision insurances. To confirm we are in network with your insurance, please give us a call.
If you have an HMO or you are a cash patient, please call our office for pricing before scheduling.
Please note - we have a $50 cancellation/no show fee if your appointment is not cancelled within 24 hours of the scheduled date and time.
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.46
Wait time
4.63
Bedside manner
4.94
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The welcoming team weee super nice!!! The nurse/technician was very pleasant. She had me laughing!
October 10, 2024Derrol Julian J.Verified patient
Dr. Chris Crosby is the best. Very knowledgeable and easy to talk to.
October 17, 2024Orva H.Verified patient
Extremely nice and friendly! Explained all my questions and listened!
February 28, 2024Gwendolyn B.Verified patient
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January 8, 2025Joseph T.Verified patient
I couldn't be more pleased with my experience. Both Dr. Crosby and the entire staff were incredibly friendly, making me feel calm and relaxed throughout my visit. Their professionalism and care truly inspired trust. I enjoyed the experience so much that I will definitely be returning and recommending this clinic and Dr. Crosby to others. Thank you for such excellent service!
October 18, 2024Gerardo C.Verified patient
I thought the office staff was great. Alyn ( the front office girl ) was great and patient with me. Maritza the technician was great as well. Staff seems happy and Dr. Crosby was great. Good listener and knowledgeable and not aggressive as some dermatologists I have seen. Thank you
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I highly recommend Kira Tellache. She listens, she is professional, she is approachable, and very nice!.
February 26, 2026Nancy S.Verified patient
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AMAZING experience, very good bedside manner, very careful inspection of all my moles and a few biopsies. Very good care!
July 16, 2025Lauren S.Verified patient
Amazing provider with a great attitude and work ethic. Explains everything with compassion and intelligence.
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This is the second time I have seen Kira and she is always on time and thorough in her exam. Would highly recommend.
May 28, 2025Dana Q.Verified patient
Kira is extremely professional and thorough. She takes her time and answers any questions.
December 21, 2025Michael P.Verified patient
Very nice PA. Thorough. Understanding. Addressed all my concerns. Would definitely recommend and will be returning.
March 27, 2025Robyn S.Verified patient
Kera did a fantastic job today for my annual exam. She was extremely thorough and explained any issues I had along the way.
October 17, 2024Scott S.Verified patient
Kira was nice and friendly! She asks questions and listens and responds appropriately
December 18, 2025Katelyn S.Verified patient
Kira was professional and thorough. Would highly recommend to others. Very satisfied with whole experience.
February 25, 2025Martin D.Verified patient
Kira Tellache, PA and her assistant were Amazing! Polite and beyond efficient! I will definitely return to see her!
October 22, 2024Patricia R.Verified patient
I thought the whole office was great. I would recommend for Family and Friends. Dr was great.
June 23, 2025Laura B.Verified patient
Very professional, Excellent bedside manner- Answered each of my questions. I did not feel rushed.
May 29, 2025Hilda D.Verified patient
Very thorough! Also great “bed-side manner”! She explained things very well and was friendly and professional!
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She is very knowledgable and was able to answer all my questions and explain procedures in detail
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Friendly, caring, and thorough patient care, providing ample time for patient questions and concerns.
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Kira was great! She made me feel comfortable and was extremely knowledgeable. Would highly recommend her.
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Kira is so kind and professional, so knowledgeable and compassionate. I highly recommend her to anyone!
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Kira is a fabulous practitioner! She is very thorough, a great listener and communicator. Highly recommended
August 8, 2024John S.Verified patient
Kira is great! Kira and staff are knowledgeable, friendly and kind!!
December 28, 2025Kim S.Verified patient
Beautiful office. Prompt greeting. Quick turn time from being placed in a room to Kira coming in.
December 9, 2024Mark L.Verified patient
So lovely! Listened to my needs and set up a game plan to help tackle my acne. Can’t wait to go back!
September 24, 2024Sawyer G.Verified patient
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Kira was a great listener and very up to date about new treatments. I really appreciated her!
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January 16, 2026George D.Verified patient
Yes I plan to return to see Kira for more treatment. I even told my GF she should go see her!
September 20, 2024Jolene E.Verified patient
Kira is amazing , knowledgeable and very friendly
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The whole experience was great. Easy
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Kira and her staff were incredibly kind and informative and took extenrly good care of me!
September 26, 2024Beverly J.Verified patient
The experience was wonderful information was given clearly, and the care was excellent! ?
July 9, 2024Karen H.Verified patient
Love this provider! She is professional, kind and knowledgeable.
August 4, 2025Heather D.Verified patient
Extremely kind and understanding! Super confident in what she was talking about too!
September 12, 2024Julia S.Verified patient
Competent. Engages in conversation about your issues and overall well being.
December 17, 2024Dale R.Verified patient
Excellent treatment, great style and explains things well.
May 19, 2025Dale R.Verified patient
Kira is a great PA which is why I always schedule my appointment with her.
August 31, 2024Patrick H.Verified patient
She was wonderful! Strong communicaton & helpful with any questions I had.
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She is competent, personable and thorough. Knows what she is doing.
August 23, 2024Dale R.Verified patient
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January 10, 2025Tony B.Verified patient
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August 8, 2024Aurora G.Verified patient
Been coming here for years. Really like everything.
April 7, 2025Belinda R.Verified patient
Amazing doctor! So attentive and caring. Highly recommend.
January 16, 2025Tanya A.Verified patient
Very helpful, and explained the situation clearly.
March 22, 2025John P.Verified patient
Fantastic experience, will be following up in 3-months!
August 5, 2024Daniel Z.Verified patient
She was extremely thorough, thoughtful and professional. She explained everything and listened and answered my questions. I would definitely recommend her!
March 24, 2026Joan T.Verified patient
Kira is skilled and professional. Also it is clear that she actually cares about medical outcomes for her patients. Kira is brilliant.
Thomas L.Verified patient
This people are great and really make you feel welcomed and they take great care of you. They also explain everything really well.
March 17, 2026Leonard D.Verified patient
Kira is excellent. I have seen her multiple times. She is extremely friendly, knowlegeable and confident in what she is doing. I highly reccomend her to anyone looking for detmatological care.
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