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Golden State Dermatology
4.8 ★★★★★ 548 Google reviews · Tummy tuck surgeon in Merced, California
Plan your consultation
- Board certification confirm this surgeon's certification directly with the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Check the ABPS registry →
- Financing payment plans / medical financing (e.g. CareCredit) offered — ask what monthly options they accept
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 209-722-7801
- Website goldenstatedermatology.com — book a consultation and see their before/after galleries
Hours
| Monday | 8:30 am–5 pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30 am–5 pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30 am–5 pm |
| Thursday | 8:30 am–5 pm |
| Friday | 8:30 am–4:30 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
About this practice
What patients say again and again
“He took his time during the appointment, thoroughly explained everything, and answered all of our questions without making us feel rushed.”
From the reviews
Had a community care consult from Department of Veteran Affairs and am happy that I was able to find a local dermatologist. I was able to get in to be seen just a week after my referral. I showed up a little early and they were able to bring me right back. Dr. and staff were down to earth and didn't make it awkward.
Hector Rodriguez, PA seems very knowledgeable, works efficiently. I had a procedure done and he communicated about what he was doing so I would be ready for a shot or a suture. The communication kept me at ease throughout the time. He is very professional and able to determine a good plan for treatment.
Hector was Fantastic! He coached me through the whole procedure and helped me to relax. He was very professional and informative about my sebaceous cyst. The staff were kind, friendly and efficient. I left smiling 😃 with No Pain! Thankful & Grateful.🤗
I recently saw Briana Suarez PA-C in Dr. Pilkington's office for the 3rd or 4th time. She is very friendly, so nice, and spends time with you discussing your concerns. She's great.
Researching a tummy tuck?
A tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) is major surgery with real risks and a recovery that usually runs several weeks — this page is a starting point for finding a surgeon, not medical advice. The most useful next step is a consultation, where a surgeon reviews your health history, examines you, talks through your options, and gives a personal quote. Bring questions and don't rush the decision.
Questions worth asking: Are you board-certified in plastic surgery (and can I verify it)? Where would you operate, and is the facility accredited? Can I see before-and-after photos of your own patients? What are the risks and the realistic recovery timeline for me? What's your revision policy if something needs adjusting? Whatever a listing says, always verify certification directly with the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) at abplasticsurgery.org, and discuss your candidacy, risks, and recovery with the surgeon.
