Michael Tomcik, MD

Dr. Tomcik brings a refreshing blend of warmth and professionalism to his practice. He clearly cares about each patient and is devoted to satisfying their very uniqie and personal concerns.
In my various dermatological issues over the years, Dr, Timcik has been willing to think outside the box to accommodate my unusual requirements and has delivered very satisfying results.
If you want a doctor who really takes a personal interest in your dermatological needs and who predictably demonstrates excellence in his medical applications, then Dr. Tomcik is the doctor for you. I can’t reccommend him highly enough!

Dr. Tomcik is by far the best Doctor I have ever had the pleasure of working with. He is extremely thorough and so knowledgable. I have seen him for everything. I had a wart in an odd place on my toe. I went to a podiatrist and she suggested a $ 100 cream not covered by my insurance which is really considered cadillac insurance, and then she said it would take months to go away. I went to Dr. Tomcik who suggested a different remedy. It was not in a place where it could be frozen off. They put something on my arm to wake my antibodies, then a couple weeks later I went back and they put something on the wart. They told me it make take a few weeks or even a couple months depending on my body’s own ability to attack it. It took just one application and it was gone. I have seen Dr. Tomcik for 35 years and he is extremely good at what he does.
I want to reply to a review by someone else about warts and he also mentioned his genitalia and that he went to another doctor who said it is not cancerous.
I have news for people. Genital warts can INDEED turn cancerous. There is all kinds of information on it on the internet.

Another baby and I’ve been blessed with another bout of chin acne. Really, really bad chin acne.
I thought I could handle it and thought it would be gone before I returned to work but it wasn’t gone on its own and I couldn’t take it anymore. So I made my appointment immediately.
This time I actually got to see Dr. Tomcik. Sorry, gotta say it, he is awesome! I love a down to earth Dr. We talked about my last visits and having babies and how horrible zits are.
Then he started looking at my moles. I’ve had this mole near my left ear for years. My family described it as a tick on my face. I have a really honest nice family. Dr. Tomcik looked at it said he could remove it and as I was hmming and haaing about its removal, HE REMOVED IT!
It was so fast and painless. The thing that was stopping me from getting it removed was the pain of it being removed and that it was so close to my ear I didn’t want to hear it getting removed either. It was so easy and painless I let him start cutting other things off of me too.
That little skin tag I’ve had on my eye lid, gone. The one on my neck, bye bye. Its was so easy. Now I’m constantly looking for things on my body for him to remove. Its addicting.
Dr. Tomcik is a great Dr. Hes cool and down to earth and is not going to BS you unless that’s something you enjoy.
I couldn’t be more happy and would recommend him any time.
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Be advised that my review will be followed by a lengthy complaint to the medical board. I’ve been seeing Dr. Tomcik for several years. I complained of inappropriate sexual references in my early visits and was promptly transferred to a female practitioner, which worked well until she left. Saddened that she left, but tempered by the passing time, I agreed to resume my visits with Dr. Tomcik.
Aside from the length of the visits (he’s chatty and a bit scattered), things went well. This changed on June 9, 2014. I had an appointment to remove skin tags (something I’ve been doing for years at that office). Despite the fact that Dr. Tomcik has seen me on numerous occasions, he immediately used a device meant to «freeze» things on my skin and casually asked as he was burning my arm if he’s used the device in the past. I promptly exclaimed in a high pitch voice that he has never used the device and that it was painful. I reminded him that I suffer from Fibromyalgia (something that he is well aware of) and could not take the pain. He then recoiled and took out the laser that has always been used at my visits. He then continued my treatment without the use of a numbing agent/​topical solution (that is always used during my visits) or ice (again, always used during my treatments). The worst part is that he went right at my skin and told me that he couldn’t «see anything!» I was horrified and advised that the tags were clearly visible on my skin.
Very long story short: it was the most painful treatment I have ever endured and at the hands of a physician that is well aware of my medical history and the long list of medications I take for pain related to several nerve conditions. Unfortunately, Dr. Tomcik didn’t have the time to listen to my complaints because he was already out of the building before I could manage to leave his office. Apparently he had a hot lunch date, which explained the hurried manner in which he botched my treatment. As a result, he managed to cause me a great deal of pain, embarrassment and expense. I’m not sure if his lack of professional prowess was a result of a bad day or diminishing capacity, but I will file the necessary complaint and update my review.
Please look elsewhere and avoid the pain and humiliation of experiencing what I went through.

He had completed a couple biopsies and told me it would be ready in two weeks. Two months went by so I called and asked, and he called back with… «I am afraid to tell you that you have cancer.» I hardly ever see this cancer in people young. But you should not be worried even though this is really rare. Then proceeded to ask me if I had questions and if I was worried. THere was no plan to take care of it even though i asked what we need to do. His plan was to watch it, but he said” I cut out most, but will not be surprised if they come back. I know you tried to treat this by freezing it, but that will not take care of this problem.
Dr Tomcik brags about education accomplishments, his practices all over the US, good looking features, and worldly travels. He also was very inappropriate. I brushed it off at first because I am pretty liberal when it comes to people being themselves. But after a conversation about gentile sizes I was very uncomfortable.
We then set up a follow up appointment for 3 – 4 months out. When he did the biopsies he did mention he was going to do this biopsy even though he knew it most likely was not cancer. Also he said after the lab checks the biopsy he double checks it. Being in my early thirties and scared, I wanted a second opinion. I went to another doctor who wanted to see the results and the slides. Dr. Tomcik would not release my records to the other doctor. I had to physically go down and get them. Then I noticed that the documents had a bunch of pencil scratch on it, and dates written in pencil.
As it turns out these were warts. Not even close to cancer. But when it came down to skin diagnosis 101 he didn’t come close to getting it correct. Everything points in the direction of manipulation. I he was building got the impression he was trying to keep me coming back. Maybe trying to get more money from insurance. I do not know, but al the chain of events points to something fishy going on.
I spent 4 months of my life thinking I had cancer, and it could be serious. he did a good job, in striking fear in me, and trying to coax me into believing there was nothing to worry about so I would not talk to anyone or get a second opinion. I just don’t want someone and their family to stay up worried, talking about it, confiding in relatives, and concerned for their kids well being, over what is warts and not cancer.
There are people out in the bay area I have spoke to through internet, and in person that have seen him and don’t agree on his practices.

I love this place. Mimi is wonderful. I get Microdermabrasion from her. I went to other places, she is by far the best. I have been going here more then ten years. I go once a month sometimes every other month. I always get Complements on my skin.

I made an appointment to be seen for a very common skin condition. I just needed a higher dose of cortisone cream. The amazing Lisa Alder, the NP I used to see, is no longer with the office so I had to see Dr Tomcik himself. Appointment started right on time and we talked about my condition. He seemed knowledgeable enough. After discussing the new prescription, he said that since I hadn’t been there in over a year, he would do a skin cancer/​mole check. No problem with me. So I took off my shirt and he began to check out my skin.
As I’m standing there completely exposed, he says, «Now I don’t want to offend you, but you would benefit greatly from lipo». WHAT!!! Didn’t want to offend me??? He then starts pointing out all the spots that need it. As if I’m not already self-​conscious enough. After about 20 minutes of showing me a binder of pics, detailing what he thinks I need and even going so far as to write down a quote for me (Thanks A-​Hole!), he starts in on my face and the botox and restalyne I need. I finally cut him off and said I’m not injecting anything into my face. He chalked it up to me «not understanding injections». I asked for my prescription and got the eff out of that hell.
I don’t have a perfect body or a lineless face. I’m aware. I don’t need anyone’s unsolicited advice. I’m reminded when I look in the mirror.
I will NEVER go back to this office. If I want an elective procedure, I will seek it out. I don’t need to be told what I need to do, especially when it’s simply cosmetic. I would NOT bring your teenage daughter to this office, as I’m sure she’d be scarred for life by whatever comes out of Dr. Tomcik’s mouth.

Dr. Tomcik is a fantastic dermatologist and extremely knowledgeable. I have been a patient for years. My esthetician Mimi is amazing. She is always very welcoming, professional and knowledgeable when it comes to my skin care. I can’t say enough about this state of the art office. The entire staff are friendly and pleasant. I love the skin care line that Dr. Tomcik has and been using it for years. I always get complements about my skin.
I was very honored to attend the open house event last week at Dr. Tomciks office. Absolutely just a amazing office. I got to tour the office and talk with the staff to learn about skin care products. I even got to sit in on Dr. Tomick doing a Restylane injection demonstration. His explanation was very in depth and clear. He was extremely personable and was happy to educate us all about the procedure the product and what to expect start to finish. I was very impressed
Doctor and his staff will get you on the right skin care path. I highly recommend Dr. Tomcik and his amazing staff.

Mimi is amazing! I’ve seen many estheticians and she is the best. I’ve had horrible skin by entire life and its finally getting better. She also never pushes products on you like other places. She really cares and it shows.

Dr. Tomcik has been my dermatologist for several years and at 56, I’ve never looked better. Thank you Dr. Tomcik for your kind and expert care. The staff is great and I’ve never waited more than a few minutes to be seen. Dr. Tomcik has removed numerous moles and growths from my skin and all were practically painless. The same is true for botox and fillers. Painless, perfect results. I highly recommend him provided you don’t mind his casual style and sharp eyes.

I have been to see Dr. Tomcik many many times and each time I leave I wonder why I would ever come back. I have hated every visit yet i kept coming back for some ridiculously expensive things that he was doing to you while he was telling about his travels around the world. How inappropriate. God forbid you have any thing to stay. You wont be doing any of the talking. He told me that I need liposuction done once. i was mortified. The worst of all though is that he is NEVER on time for his appointments. I am always left waiting while I am completely stressed out and have a very busy schedule. Well… never again:(

I’ve been coming here for almost 20 years for microdermabrasions. Mimi Jacoby is wonderful, and I return here frequently not only because she is great at what she does, but also because she is extremely client centric. I’ve had my share of trying out new places but no one beats Mimi. After all, if you’re paying almost $ 100 for a procedure, you should be happy with your results. She always makes sure you leave as a happy client. I have friends who go to her as well and they are extremely pleased with her services. I wouldn’t dream of going anywhere else for my esthetician services.

I’m almost embarrassed to write this as I’m an ER Physician and should have known better. I went to Dr. Tomcik for the CO2 Fractional Laser treatment. One thing I noticed was that I always seemed to be the only patient in the waiting room. Dr. Tomcik talked extensively about himself, his personal life and his travels which was odd as I was there for a consultation. However, I elected to go through the procedure although I had my misgivings. Afterwards, I was in severe pain but had to return to work regardless. On one of my shifts, the pain was so bad that one of my nurses brought me some Silvadene cream to put on my face. It’s a well known fact amongst doctors that Silvadine is the recommended treatment for pain related skin burns. When I spoke to Dr. Tomcik about my experience the next day and told him I had to use this cream, he stated that he had never heard of it! At that very moment I realized I HAD BEEN HAD by a smooth talking quack and shame on me. btw. Other than suffering through a horrible facial burn there was ABSOLUTELY NO CHANGE IN THE APPEARANCE OF MY SKIN! However, there was a change in Dr. Tomcik’s bank account to the tune of $ 5,000. HAVE ANOTHER NICE VACATION AND PHOTO OPS DR. TOMCIK. Mrs. Peter S.

I am wanting to thank Dr. Tomcik for what he did for my mother, she was feeling really self concision and just needed a little self esteem booster and that’s basically what Dr. Tomcik offers to people. My mother is running around happier than ever and shes even went out on a few dates in the past months it makes me very happy to see my mother happy so once again thanks Dr. Tomcik for for helping my mom out

I know Dr. Tomcik well. The fact that Dr. Ting left on bad terms is the first clue. His complaint was of the greed in that office. Indeed, Tomcik’s main concern is to pay off his building and oceanfront home in Kauai. He is a general dermatologist who has been poorly trained with the laser. As of his dermatological skills, they are poor to fair. I have the scars to show for it. On the positive side, the décor in his office is lovely. On the negative side, his office staff is rude and incompetent, as led by his wife with whom he has a difficult relationship (per Dr. Tomcik). That means all women should be aware of his wandering hands. And his second floor built as a surgical area for Dr. Ting sits empty. Maybe another doctor is reluctant in associating with him.

Sad to say, but I too have been a vicitm of the «male breast fixation» talk with Dr. Tomcik. After my appointment, I told my husband, «He seems to really know his stuff, but he is a bit of a pig.» That is the long and short of it: very talented but a bit creepy and self-​absorbed.

Went to Dr. Tomcik once. Will not go back, nor do I recommend him. I spent 1 &½ hour in his office for simple Botox injections. He spent the first 45 minutes or so congratulating himself on his many years in practice, his teachings at UCSF, and complaining about Kaiser’s dermatology department (my former provider.) Then the remaining time he spent talking war, religion, women’s anatomy and sex. I was completely blind sided and unfortunately sat there like a dunce. I mean how do you respond to a Dr. whose supposed to put needles near your eyes when he’s telling you your face isn’t important because men look at your breasts? I felt violated and embarrassed.
Oh and by the way, it wasn’t Botox he injected as I asked for. It was Dysport, which is cheaper and doesn’t last as long on me– the reason I asked for Botox in the first place.

I am a patient of Dr Ting and got all my glycolic facials from Amy the esthetician. I think I’ve been seen over 30 times in five years and never had any issues. Never waited longer than five minutes in the waiting room.
When I was 14 weeks pregnant and had a 13 month old with me, I was out of my facial products and came to buy more. The whole office was closed because they were doing a major remodel. Dr. Tomcik wife knew me and let me buy product from a closed office, in the middle of a construction zone. Another reason to give them five stars. They really take care of their patients,
On another note, Dr ting saved my life, he found skin cancer where another doctor at kaiser told me it was a wart. Bull crap! That’s why I don’t do kaiser anymore… They would have left skin cancer sit on my eyebrow. Dr ting said he wanted to biopsy it, just to be save. Can’t thank him enough. I have zero scar from the removal too. He did a great job.
Facials were awesome! Amy always gave me tons of samples to try and set me up on a great skin care routine.
My skin has never looked better and if I keep up with these peels and glycolic’s I’ll be looking like I’m 14. Haha!
Love this place and the staff.

Don’t stand behind there Botox treatments $ 350.00 per section highest I’ve ever paid they made me a follow up appointment for two weeks didn’t keep it because Botox was fine, of course, by 6 weeks It was gone, they wouldn’t honor there work said I should have kept my two week appointment, I’ve been getting Botox for ten years never had a problem, I feel ripped off. I give them a 0

I have been a patient of Helen Petros for years, and of course I am following her to San Ramon so she can continue to do my annual exams and treatments. Check out her reviews at Dr. Pessoa practice in Berkeley California. Being from Southern California and Hawaii with all the sun exposure, I have seen many dermatologist over the years. Helen is by far the best. On my last visit I found out that she has an extensive background in medicine, over 30 years. That explains why she is so professional.
I see several scathing reviews here regarding Dr. Ting, who I hear is no longer with this practice. All I know is that Helen is a great provider and you won’t have to worry about her overcharging for treatments or prescribing medications you can’t afford.