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Dr. Tian Hao 'Henry' Zhu, MD

Dermatologist
20400 Lake Chabot Rd, Ste 202, Castro Valley, CA
4.48
“It took 47 minutes to be seen by the doctor. They were understaffed which is an understandable delay, however, the wait time was not communicated to me and probably most of the room full of other waiting patients. According to the medical assistant who was very apologetic about the delay after hearing how exasperated I was—she told the front desk to let the patients know about the delay. I informed her that was not the case.”
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About Dr. Tian Hao 'Henry' Zhu

Tian Hao (Henry) Zhu, MD is a board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs Micrographic and Reconstructive Surgeon specializing in the management and treatment of complex and high-risk skin cancers. A Bay Area native, Dr. Zhu obtained his bachelor’s degree in molecular biology and immunology from University of California, Berkeley. He went on to attend the University of Southern California, Keck School of Medicine, during which time he spent a research year at UCSF Psoriasis and Skin Treatment Center. Dr. Zhu completed his internship at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, followed by residency in dermatology at Albert Einstein College of Medicine in Bronx, NY. While at Albert Einstein, Dr. Zhu worked with world-renowned experts in cutaneous oncology and complex skin diseases and was the recipient of various academic awards and distinctions. After residency, Dr. Zhu completed a rigorous fellowship in Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Cutaneous Oncology at University of Virginia. Besides gaining expertise in skin cancer removal and facial reconstructive surgery, Dr. Zhu is highly committed to patient care and prioritizes the special needs of each person to provide the best possible outcome. During his free time, Dr. Zhu enjoys playing basketball and tennis, running, and hiking. He’s an avid NFL and NBA spectator, but occasionally can be spotted at college games.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Benign or precancerous skin growths
Benign or precancerous skin growths

Other popular visit reasons

  • Acne
  • Annual Skin Screening
  • Dermatology Consultation
  • Dermatology Surgery
  • Hair Loss
  • Pediatric Itching
  • Rash
  • Scar Treatment
  • Acne
  • Annual Skin Screening
  • Dermatology Consultation
  • Dermatology Surgery

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

California Skin Institute, part of SDG - Castro Valley
20400 Lake Chabot Rd, Ste 202, Castro Valley, CA 94546
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Education and background

Board certifications

  • Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery (American Board of Dermatology)
  • American Board of Dermatology

Education and training

  • Medical School - Keck School of Medicine of USC, Doctor of Medicine
  • University of California, Berkeley (Bachelor's)
  • Santa Clara Valley Medical Center (Internship)
  • Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Residency in Dermatology
  • University of Virginia, Fellowship in Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Cutaneous Oncology

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1033640537

Patient reviews

Overall rating
4.48
Wait time
4.46
Bedside manner
4.15
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I’m always very pleased with my visit to Dr., Zhu’s office, he and assistant and entire staff are very welcoming and helpful.
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MD very calm , friendly and professional. Knowledgeable, gave recommendations and expectations.
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Been going there for couple years; always good. Like Dr. Shu and Anthony and a few others whose names I do not recall.
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Great,thankful for the doctor’a attention,problem resolved. Thank you
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Great visit, doctor listened to my concerns and gave me prescriptions to help me with my problems
Yes. Very professional. The visit instilled a high level of confidence in the care I will receive.
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I was very impressed with the service friendly staff and clean office!! Thank you very much!
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Very efficient. Dr. Zhu was knowledgeable and assessed/diagnosed the problem quickly.
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Excellent and thoughtful provider. Will be utilizing additional services in the future
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Professional and fast. Really enjoyed the whole experience
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I’ve been to this clinic many times, and it’s been an OK experience. Not great, but also not bad either. This last visit was unpleasant. While I was waiting to be called, there seemed to be a situation happening in the receiving area between a male employee and female employee. The male employee was trying to talk about something with a female, but she was clearly not interested in engaging. He followed her to the room behind the reception desk, and the 2 women in the front kept telling her to leave her alone. He seemed very irate and insistent. It made me feel very uncomfortable and unsafe to the point where I almost left without being seen. The man finally walked away, and things calmed down so I stayed. My visit with Dr. Zhu was mediocre at best. He didn’t express any sympathy for my symptoms, and he didn’t provide any concrete suggestions for how to many my symptoms. He simply said what I have is untreatable. He didn’t care that my symptoms are affecting my daily tasks.
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It took 47 minutes to be seen by the doctor. They were understaffed which is an understandable delay, however, the wait time was not communicated to me and probably most of the room full of other waiting patients. According to the medical assistant who was very apologetic about the delay after hearing how exasperated I was—she told the front desk to let the patients know about the delay. I informed her that was not the case.
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Dr. Tian Hao Zhu is very friendly and professional. The office is clean and all the staff members are very polite and friendly.
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Dr. Zhu was straightforward about what to expect and the healing time. He was quick, efficient, and professional; just the way I like my appointments.
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great
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I was treated at the time I made an appointment, and there was no waiting. Dr.Zhu was kind and answered all the questions I asked nicely. I recommend Dr.Zhu.
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Very thorough and efficient.
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This the my 2nd visit to this Medical office(last time was in 2023). The physician I saw in 2023(Doctor Crockett) was rather 'mean',arrogant and unpleasant....(the front desk personnel is very unfriendly too..!). Which is why It took me until this year to go back(there is not much choice of Demartologist in the area..). This visit was with another physician(Dr. Zhu). Beautiful smile(like Crockett's on Zocdoc). But this Dr Doctor was just as arrogant and unfriendly!! The front desk staff was just as 'cold' as in 2023. Perhaps it is my insurance? The physician assistants are friendly and professional...If that helps?
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Very professional and curious.
Appointment was a breeze. I was unfortunately 10 minutes late then had to fill out paperwork but even with that I still didn’t have to wait that long. Do prepare to fill out the same paperwork though even if you submitted paperwork through ZocDoc.
I would definitely come back!
Friendly, clean, felt good when I left
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I didn’t feel like my concern was addressed. My gut feeling was that I probably had an allergic reaction but once I was seen I felt like nothing was addressed. Accutane and all other drugs were the only option I had. Which thankfully I didn’t listen to. 5 days later without any of his suggestions, my skin irritation went away on its own. Glad I didn’t take the drug route.
Reading the other reviews of Dr. Henry Zhu, MD made me nervous, because I already don't like going to the doctor, and the prospect of a 3/5 bedside manner was a source of anxiety. Especially because I had to undress. But upon entering the room, he greeted me, we talked about the problem, he recommended very helpful solutions, and listened to me when I gave a preference against something and didn't force it on me, and was overall very respectful of my privacy. This man is a gentleman and a good doctor, I don't know what everyone else is talking about. He just isn't jovial and overly palsy-walsy, he was truthful and to-the-point, which I kind of prefer in a doctor anyway.
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Zhu has poor bedside manner. Not exactly rude, just not good at conversation. Did not check my scalp or buttocks during full-body check. Very friendly and warm office staff and nurse - exceptional. Spotless office with easy parking. Zhu is only in office 1 day a week. I don’t get the feeling he’s invested like my other doctors are that are local. It’s simply this kind of business model and I’m not ok seeing a nurse practitioner with my skin history. I authorized my file transfer but now I’m second guessing.
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