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Josephine Kallah, PA

Physician Assistant (Dermatology)
401 Hackensack Ave, Ste 104, Hackensack, NJ
4.87
“Josephine was great! She has great bedside manner and is lovely. She is very attentive and easy to talk to.”
Ashley S.November 13, 2026

Highly recommended

92% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars

Excellent wait time

98% of patients waited less than 30 minutes

New patient appointments

Appointments available for new patients

In-network insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Emblem Health, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare

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Tue, Nov 17 – Mon, Nov 30

About Josephine Kallah

Josephine Kallah is a Certified Physician Assistant at Schweiger Dermatology Group. Her interest in dermatology was driven by a personal journey navigating the challenges of acne. Intrigued by the complexity of dermatological conditions that may present as external manifestations, she is dedicated to creating treatment plans tailored to each individual patient. She is passionate about aesthetic medicine such as laser treatments, micro needling, PRP injections and chemical peels to achieve optimal results. She received her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Montclair State University and obtained a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from St. John’s University. Josephine completed three years of Physician Assistant school, which consisted of both didactic and clinical studies and did various rotations in medically underserved communities, making her more effective in providing compassionate care. Her elective rotations were dermatology and plastic surgery. After graduating, she began her career by completing Schweiger Dermatology Group’s Advanced Practice Provider Training Program, which combines rigorous academic and extensive hands-on training from top dermatology providers with rigorous academic oversight and instruction. This allowed her to gain extensive experience in medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology. She is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants. Josephine enjoys practicing in all fields of dermatology, specifically cases that involve hands-on procedures such as injectables, excisions and repairs.

In-network insurances

99% of patients have successfully booked with these insurances

Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Emblem Health
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare

Popular visit reasons

  • Acne
  • Annual Skin Screening
  • Cosmetic Dermatology Follow Up
  • Dermatology Consultation
  • Hair Loss
  • Melasma / Chloasma
  • Rash
  • Scar Treatment
  • Acne
  • Annual Skin Screening
  • Cosmetic Dermatology Follow Up
  • Dermatology Consultation

Practice

Schweiger Dermatology Group

Schweiger Dermatology, founded by Eric S. Schweiger, M.D., a Board Certified Manhattan dermatologist, is a state of the art dermatology facility that uses cutting edge medical technology and procedures to effectively treat a multitude of skin disorders. Common skin problems treated include acne, eczema, hair loss, psoriasis, rosacea, skin cancer and warts.
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Office location

Schweiger Dermatology, Allergy, & Asthma – Hackensack Riverside
401 Hackensack Ave, Ste 104, Hackensack, NJ 07601
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Education and background

Board certifications

  • National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

Education and training

  • St. John's University, Master's in Physician Assistant Studies
  • Montclair State University (Bachelor's)

Professional memberships

  • American Academy of Physician Assistants

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1063287894

Patient reviews

Overall rating
4.87
Wait time
4.83
Bedside manner
4.91
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Experienced and knowledgeable provider. Would recommend them to anyone who’s looking for a great experience.
Verified patient
Josephine was great! She has great bedside manner and is lovely. She is very attentive and easy to talk to.
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Staff was very friendly, very clean office and and most importantly I was in and out no long wait or anything
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Friendly and professional staff. The office is bright, welcoming, modern, and clean.
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It was very good experience, fast service ( didn't wait longer than 10 minutes.
A lot of time was taken with my concerns. All my questions answered. Will be going back to this office.
A very kind and professional doctor, she was thorough and made me feel comfortable throughout. Will be a return patient!
Clean office, nice staff, was seen almost immediately. Appt was quick and easy!
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Provider and staff are extremely friendly! Place is beautiful and clean. I definitely recommend!
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Highly highly recommend. Josephine was kind, professional, thorough and took the time to answer my questions/concerns.
Love Josephine so much. Amazing doctor! Did a great job with my baby and teenage daughter
Great experience with this doctor She heard my issue and was able to get right help for me.
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Very friendly and attentive. Spent a lot of time correcting my issue.
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Josephine is the best I trust her with everything! Couldnt ask for a better provider
The office staff was very friendly and the doctor was nice, unfortunately the procedure didn't really help
Very quick and direct. Everything went smoothly and fast.
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Clean and well maintained and very professional mannered.
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Positive experience. Friendly staff and efficient.
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My first time at the office very satisfied with the doctor and the staff
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I was seen right away and my questions were answered concisely and honestly.
Smart doctor who diagnosed and treated me immediately and cleared my rash. Highly recommend.
Josephine’s the best! Always listens to me & provides solutions.
I’m soooo happy I found this Doctor! She is patient, professional & very knowledgeable!
Cannot wait to visit Josephine again for a follow up!
Great practice, with personable, well-trained staff.
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I hate finding doctors, dealing with scheduling, etc….this was easy.
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Professional,knowledgeable and friendly.
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Amazing team! The office is clean beautiful, clean and always a pleasure to visit. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful as well. One of the best experiences I have had!
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There was an extreme amount of medical history covered before seeing doctor. Don’t think the doctor even had time to go over it. Still filling out history on iPad while being led to examination room
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great
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I was so happy with my visit I felt comfortable to be vulnerable and speak about my skin insecurities. The bed side manners were amazing, I felt very understood and cared for. Everything i brought up, there was a clear explanation and great guidance for what would be my best treatment plan. I highly recommend.
Verified patient
Josephine Kallah is truly one of the best providers I have ever seen. She is incredibly kind, patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely takes the time to listen to her patients. I never feel rushed when I see her, and she always makes me feel comfortable and confident in my care. She has such a warm and reassuring personality, and it is clear that she genuinely cares about the people she treats. I always leave my appointments feeling like I was actually heard and that my concerns were taken seriously. I would absolutely recommend Josephine to anyone looking for a provider they can trust. She is exceptional at what she does, and I would not want to see anyone else!
Josephine is wonderful! She took time to address my concerns and weigh the risks and benefits of each treatment offered. I’ve always been self-conscious about my skin so it helps to have a provider like Josephine who is passionate, knowledgeable, and stays up to date on the best treatments for her patients depending on skin type.
Verified patient
ZocDoc continues to amaze me. This appointment was perfect. Beautiful clean offices. Great office staff and great knowledgeable doctor! 10/10 stars!
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I can’t say enough wonderful things about Josephine! She listened attentively to all of my concerns, took the time to answer my questions, and created a thoughtful, step-by-step treatment plan that made me feel confident and hopeful. It’s been just one month since my initial appointment, and I’m already seeing noticeable results. I’m so grateful for her expertise, compassion, and genuine care. I highly recommend Josephine to anyone looking for a provider who truly puts their patients first!
Great experience! The dermatologist was very professional, attentive, and helpful. I felt well cared for and would definitely recommend this practice.
Verified patient
Josephine is by far the best provider I’ve ever had. Within seconds she knew exactly how to treat me. Not to mention how kind and positive she is. You will truly feel cared about once she steps foot in the room. Without a doubt you will be in good hands.
One of the best healthcare experiences I’ve ever had. Dr. kallah took more time with me than many doctors I’ve seen, listened carefully, explained everything clearly, and genuinely cared about getting the right diagnosis and treatment. Too many people focus on titles instead of competence and patient care. In my experience, this PA was more thorough, attentive, and knowledgeable than many physicians I’ve encountered. I left feeling heard, informed, and confident in my treatment plan. Highly recommend.
I had a wonderful experience with Josephine Kallah. She was professional, knowledgeable, and took the time to listen to my concerns and explain everything clearly. Her attention to detail and compassionate approach made me feel comfortable and confident in my care. The office was welcoming, and the entire experience was efficient and pleasant. I highly recommend Josephine to anyone seeking high-quality dermatological care.
Josephine was so helpful and made me feel so comfortable with all my questions!! Definitely recommend. She also went into depth with exactly on what I need that will be good for my face. Truly one of a kind!! So excited for future appointments and better improvements through her!!!
I had such a great experience with doctor Josephine Kallah, and her assistant. Everyone was friendly and helpful from the moment I arrived, and I did not have to wait long even though I was a new patient. Josephine was kind, patient, and professional. When she learned that I speak Arabic, she spoke to me in Arabic, which made me feel comfortable. Her assistant was also very kind and always smiling. They also helped my daughter even though she did not have an appointment. Doctor Josephine listened to my concern, helped her right away, and added her to the system during the same visit. They truly care about their patients, and I highly recommend them!
Verified patient
Greatly appreciated NP Josephine’s patience explaining the procedure. She took good care of me and provided skillful service. Highly recommend.
Verified patient
My experience was great the office looks very clean and modern. The front desk staff gets you ready for your appointment quick, seemlessly, and are very professional. Once you see Josephine she is quick and to the point offering detailed solutions for your condition and shes a good listener.
Verified patient
Josephine was absolutely amazing. She was incredibly kind, patient, and thorough throughout my appointment. She took the time to listen to all of my concerns, explained everything clearly, and made me feel very comfortable. You can tell she truly cares about her patients and wants the best outcomes for them. Her professionalism and warm personality made the experience so positive. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and compassionate provider!
Excellent
Verified patient
This was first appointment with Josephine, took the time to fully explain the details of my procedure and answer all my questions. Put my mind to ease and made me feel like I’m in very capable hands. Very patient and knowledgeable. The office provides a wide range of services many are covered by insurance. Highly recommend you contact her.
Verified patient
Doctor was great! But afterwards was iffy. I had to call 5x to sort of my prescriptions and of course it’s more frustrating when you have to deal with AI prior to speaking with a human.
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Great doctor- experienced
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Very knowledgeable staff. Friendly and efficient.
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Excellent wait time, attentive and nice staff. Josephine was very thorough and we didn’t feel rushed. She listened to our concerns and provided gentle solutions especially the patient being our 5 month old baby girl. Thank you so much!
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