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Coastal Skin & Eye Institute/Grossmont Dermatology
4.49
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Overall rating
4.49
Wait time
4.61
Bedside manner
4.94
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Coastal Skin & Eye Institute/Grossmont Dermatology
8860 Ctr Dr, Ste 300, La Mesa, CA 91942
Insurances accepted
99% of patients have successfully booked with these insurancesUnitedHealthcareAnthem Blue Cross Blue ShieldCignaAetnaBlue Shield of California
3 office locations
Coastal Skin & Eye Institute / Grossmont Dermatology (1 of 3)
489 Saxony Place, Ste 101, Encinitas, CA 92024
Coastal Skin & Eye Institute / Grossmont Dermatology (2 of 3)
5550 Carmel Mtn Rd, #206, San Diego, CA 92130
Coastal Skin & Eye Institute / Grossmont Dermatology (3 of 3)
8860 Ctr Dr, 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
4.49
Wait time
4.61
Bedside manner
4.94
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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
Very friendly and efficient. Answered all my questions and provided excellent care. I'm very happy I chose this provider!
July 22, 2025James G.Verified patient
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
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
Amazing provider with a great attitude and work ethic. Explains everything with compassion and intelligence.
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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 is extremely professional and thorough. She takes her time and answers any questions.
December 21, 2025Michael P.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
Kira was professional and thorough. Would highly recommend to others. Very satisfied with whole experience.
February 25, 2025Martin D.Verified patient
Kira knows her stuff, communicates beautifully and projects kindness.
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Kira was nice and friendly! She asks questions and listens and responds appropriately
December 18, 2025Katelyn S.Verified patient
Very thorough! Also great “bed-side manner”! She explained things very well and was friendly and professional!
October 31, 2024Dan C.Verified patient
Helene is the perfect blend of personable, knowledgeable and happy to answer questions. I highly recommend her!
June 20, 2026Mary M.Verified patient
Very well organized but helpless as far as parking problems. Front office not interested in parking problems.
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Dr Jolley is thorough and has a lot of experience and expertise! I always trust her!
August 12, 2026Mary H.Verified patient
She was knowledgeable, wise and caring. She did an excellent job taking care of the problem I was having.
January 29, 2026Barbafta B.Verified patient
The support staff staff were attentive, the provider asked appropriate questions and addressed all issues.
June 4, 2025Ana Rosa P.Verified patient
I had to cancel my second appt because I was sick. I rebooked another one.
May 18, 2026Barbara W.Verified patient
I was extremely happy with my appointment and Helene was very professional and knowledgeable.
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Always a great experience. Helene is professional but listens to my concerns. Perfect cosmetic advice always.
February 28, 2025Rebecca B.Verified patient
wonderful experience, knowledgeable professional got me in and out without any problems recommend highly
May 1, 2025Christine W.Verified patient
I would recommend Dr. Nickerson to any patient looking for dermatology care. He is knowledgeable, caring, and friendly.
Roy C.Verified patient
Excellent experience. Dermatologist (Dr. Nickerson) is very knowledgeable and personable. Staff is great!
April 7, 2026August C.Verified patient
Dr Nickerson and his staff are first class. Very professional, friendly and a pleasure to be treated by.
January 28, 2026Kevin K.Verified patient
Thorough check up. Very personable provider. I will be recommending him to my family!
June 30, 2026Armelle F.Verified patient
Dr. Nickerson has a great bedside manner. He's calm, funny, and knowledgeable. I would absolutely recommend him to others.
April 10, 2025Kathleen R.Verified patient
Dr. Nickerson is everything you want in a doctor: knowledgeable, informative, decisive. A great experience all around.
April 16, 2025Travis R.Verified patient
Dr Nickerson is very detailed and lets you know what can be done or not. He is a very caring doctor and am glad I found him
October 29, 2024Bridget R.Verified patient
Dr Nickerson is a wonderful doctor. Our whole family goes to him.
July 26, 2026Nina P.Verified patient
Nice office, friendly and capable staff. I would definitely return for other dermatology and vision related appointments.
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Dr. Nickerson treats both my girls and husband. He’s very attentive and a great doctor.
November 25, 2025Bria P.Verified patient
He was in there for 5 minutes, did a quick check, and said I was all good. I would not go back here for any future treatment.
April 1, 2026Victor Z.Verified patient
Dr Austin was very friendly and assessed and got a biopsy very quickly. Tammy was so nice too.
June 24, 2026Mary S.Verified patient
Great experience with Dr. Austin. The doctor was kind, professional, and explained everything clearly.
April 21, 2026Mai B.Verified patient
Everyone was so amazing in this office.
Will be back in six months for another check up.
June 12, 2026Shani M.Verified patient
Great experience, answered all of my questions and took his time- highly recommend this provider!
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Dr. Austin Ambur and his staff we very prompt, friendly and knowledgeable. I look forward to my upcoming appointment.
Bryan B.Verified patient
Very little waiting time to be called. Dr. Ambur was competent and very friendly. I'll be returning for routine care.
February 3, 2025Gary S.Verified patient
Dr Austin Ambur is easy to talk to and very knowledgable. I look forward to seeing him and Tami in the future.
May 20, 2025Jacki S.Verified patient
Dr. Ambur is so kind. He was very thorough in his explanations and listened to all my needs. Cannot wait to see him again!
September 20, 2024Edwin S.Verified patient
Dr. Amber was timely, thorough and efficient. Office staff was very friendly and efficient.
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It was great to meet and be seen by Dr. Austin. I will go back to him and I will recommend my friends and family to him.
July 20, 2024RAFAEL P.Verified patient
Wonderful doctor and staff. Genuinely caring and answered all of my questions.
April 22, 2026Keith B.Verified patient
Exceptional Dr. Would highly recommend. Very thorough and knowledgeable. Spent more time with me than most doctors.
November 8, 2024Edward T.Verified patient
Very professional, knowledgeable, efficient and friendly, Will recommend to family and friends.
November 3, 2025George A.Verified patient
10/10 I went there to have one little thing done and left confident I would go back for all my skincare needs.
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Dr. Maya was professional and friendly. Described my diagnosis and treatment clearly and concisely.
July 30, 2026Veronica P.Verified patient
so friendly and helpful! and office is new and clean and the staff are amazing
July 8, 2026Sawyer V.Verified patient
super friendly and helpful. great listener and provided me with solutions!
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