Dr. Halem is the founder and medical director of the of The New York Dermatologic Surgery Cosmetic Laser Center. She specializes in dermatologic surgery, Mohs surgery, cosmetic and laser procedures.

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

4.71

Wait time

4.23

Bedside manner

4.80

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Dr. Halem is wonderful. I took both of my daughters to see her and she made them feel very comfortable. Her team is lovely.

May 16, 2016Grace M.Verified patient

Dr. Halen was by far one of the most pleasant, yet professional, doctors I have been to. Can't recommend her highly enough.

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Incredible professional from skin screening to vein removal to anything skin related. My whole family sees Doctor Halem.

January 22, 2020David S.Verified patient

Dr. Halem was very pleasant and easy to talk to. She made sure I left her office educated and not confused. She's great!

June 5, 2014Charisma H.Verified patient

I felt comfortable and confident, it was very professional and my issues were attended to. It was a pleasant experience.

July 22, 2014Ashraf R.Verified patient

Dr Halem was very thorough and patient. I appreciated her willingness to discuss multiple medical and cosmetic questions.

January 27, 2013Initials hidden

She is just a perfect doctor, I really enjoying going there. She is so compassionate and just great at what she does.

February 20, 2017Eric R.Verified patient

So caring, supportive and warm. The visit was comfortable. The staff is all competent and welcoming. Highly recommend.

December 8, 2017Gina P.Verified patient

Very nice and knowledgeable. She has her own product line but isn't pushy if you aren't ready to buy skincare from her.

December 8, 2015Initials hidden

The office is super nice and the staff is very friendly. Dr. Halem is very kind and thorough. I highly recommend her!

September 8, 2020Erica G.Verified patient

She’s fabulous, and took her time to listen to my concerns. Great staff as well. Looking for award to my next visit.

Charlisse C.Verified patient

The office was beautiful and the staff could not have been more pleasant. The doctor had a very nice bedside manner.

May 2, 2013Initials hidden

It was my 12 year old daughter's first visit to a dermatologist, and Dr. Halem really made her feel very comfortable.

May 8, 2013Jeffrey D.Verified patient

Dr. Halem was excellent- warm, knowledgeable and thorough. The wait time was frustrating but I'd definitely go back.

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I was very satisfied with my visit, she seemed very knowledgeable and gave me alternative solutions for my problem.

August 17, 2018Daniela C.Verified patient

She was really nice and give me all informations, treatment that I needed. Explained everything with the patience.

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There was a situation with another patient, the staff was very friendly and made the wait comfortable as possible.

April 8, 2015Kimberly E.Verified patient

Liked her very much and staff was great too. Just the waiting time was 1 hour. They were very apologetic though.

January 30, 2015Initials hidden

Excellent, except for the long wait. I arrived 15 minutes early, as a new patient, so I was there for a LONG time.

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Dr. Halem is such a nice yet professional doctor, she made me feel at ease from the moment she introduced herself!

July 12, 2014Janet J.Verified patient

Dr. Halem was so professional and she took the time to listen to my concerns and was truly attentive to my needs.

Lauren A.Verified patient

Office was clean and beautiful. An hour wait time. Dr. Halem was kind, but literally only saw me for 5 minutes.

January 25, 2020Initials hidden

Bad experience, poor treatment. Possibly did not do enough research when seeing me. I will not be going back.

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I liked Dr. Halem very much. She has a good bedside manner and explained everything to me and was informative.

December 23, 2014Sharon B.Verified patient

Office space was beautiful. The staff and doctor were very attentive and helpful! I would definately recommend

May 14, 2014Deja S.Verified patient

Kind and caring doctor and wonderful staff. I would absolutely recommend or refer friends or family to her.

November 19, 2013Initials hidden

Dr. Halem the best. She's extremely knowledgable and has a wonderful bedside manner. I highly recommend her.

October 14, 2013Initials hidden

Always professional, knowledgeable, warm and comforting. I always feel like i'm in the best hands with her.

January 22, 2018Nicole B.Verified patient

Dr. Halem is warm, knowledgable, and explains everything. She is a pleasure to work with on prevention.

October 11, 2016Genevieve G.Verified patient

Dr. Halem is a wonderful and caring doctor who took her time with my daughter and I highly recommend her!

September 28, 2015Initials hidden

Such a comfortable environment. The staff and doctor were all very kind. I will reccomend people to her!

January 13, 2014Ashlee D.Verified patient

Great experience. She is very kid friendly and thorough. I would definitely recommend her to any friend.

October 30, 2013Emily B.Verified patient

Everything went as well as could be expected. Even better, my prescription has already been filled.

March 11, 2022Frederick D.Verified patient

Knowledgeable and informative. I felt the requirement to pay up front was unheard of and unnecessary.

November 28, 2014Initials hidden

Dr. Halem obviously is a skilled cosmetic dermatologist, however I would not recommend her for hair loss

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As always, Dr. Halem and her team were attentive and addressed all my concerns for summer skincare.

May 16, 2015Ryan M.Verified patient

As usual, Dr. Halem and her staff were both helpful and courteous. I will definitely be returning.

April 3, 2015Ryan M.Verified patient

As lovely as the reviews said she would be! Beautiful office space and very kind and professional.

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The best at everything. Feel so confident in her. Tells it like it is but so reassuring. Love her.

June 25, 2015Jane A.Verified patient

She was amazing. Friendly. On time. Funny. She listens and gives advice. Would highly recommend her

August 20, 2013Ashley A.Verified patient

She was so nice and comfortable to talk to. She listened and was so calming! I would recommend :)

January 10, 2020Initials hidden

She's the sole reason I no longer have scars from cystic acne. Wish I had found her 15 years ago.

August 16, 2016Megan D.Verified patient

First time visit with Dr. Halem and very pleased with the overall experience and the outcome.

September 18, 2022Bruce T.Verified patient

My entire family has had their yearly check up with Dr. Halem. She and her staff are wonderful.

January 4, 2016Megan M.Verified patient

She's very sweet. Had to wait a bit when I arrived but once I was seen they were very efficient!

July 16, 2014Emily P.Verified patient

Place is beautiful , staff is very nice. And dr. Halem was extremly nice and very proffesional

June 26, 2015Yaara K.Verified patient

Brief, but very professional. Easy to carry on a conversation, quick without seeming rushed.

October 5, 2017Thomas S.Verified patient

too early to tell will be going back for some treatment and after a few times will know

March 18, 2014Isaac P.Verified patient

Always a pleasurable experience. A wonderful physician, great staff, and lovely office.

September 18, 2017Brian B S.Verified patient

Dr Halem was incredible- very friendly and very informative- would highly recommend her!

September 30, 2014Jimmy K.Verified patient