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Dr. Michael Lerner, MD

Dr. Michael Lerner, MD

Dermatology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Lerner, MD is a dermatologist in San Diego, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Lerner has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision. He graduated from Yale School of Medicine in 1981. He is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego. He is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (8 reviews)

Practice

2881 4th Ave San Diego, CA 92103
(619) 446-1549

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Lerner specializes in the area of Dermatology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Low Wait Times
    Patients are usually seen in 10 minutes or less.
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Dr. Lerner's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lerner

4.2
8 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
75%
75%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
13%
13%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
13%
13%

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Very knowledgeable and personable. Pity he retired.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Robert Hughes – Sep 29, 2022
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Experience was OK. His office decor was a little outdated, not that it impacts the quality of his work but was noticeable. We didn't have any small talk as a new patient; appt was very quick and business like. Some people might like that but I like to know my doctor a bit and feel like they know me.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
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Jul 09, 2020
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After my Dermatologist retired and Dr. Lerner took over, I switch to one closer to my home. Now I'm back. Dr. Lerner is much more attentive to my questions. He explains any procedure he is performing and gladly answer any questions I have. He and his staff are the best.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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San Diego, CA – Jan 06, 2017
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Dr. Lerner is an excellent physician that listens to his patients and makes educated decisions while listening to concerns and utilizes patient input to make his recommendations regarding treatment(s). I like his approach of reducing medication and avoiding procedures.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
B. P. A. in San Diego, CA – Jan 08, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Michael Lerner, MD is a dermatologist in San Diego, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Lerner has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision. He graduated from Yale School of Medicine in 1981. He is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego. He is accepting new patients.

  • Dermatology

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  • Yale School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1981
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Dermatology®
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Dermatology
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Locations

Practice

Dermatology Surgical and Medical APC2881 4th Ave San Diego, CA 92103
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego

    4077 5th Ave
    San Diego, CA 92103
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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