We have a travel subsidy to help reduce or eliminate the cost of air travel. Our patients come from across the United States and internationally to obtain our expert services. Dr. Berman has treated patients from Europe, Africa, South America and Asia. The Berman Skin Institute has served over 60,000 patients, making it one of the most experienced dermatologic and aesthetic surgery practices in the world.

Palo Alto Hotels: The beautiful Sheraton Hotel is only a few blocks away from our center. The Westin Palo Alto is a new hotel just a few blocks away from our center. The Super 8 Motel is a clean favorite for many. Many Other Hotels are available.

San Francisco Hotels:
Hotel Majestic
1500 Sutter Street
San Francisco, CA 94109

Main: (415) 441-1100
Reservations: (800) 869-8966
Website: http://www.thehotelmajestic.com

We have three locations in California for your convenience:

Palo Alto, (main center, across from Stanford University Hospital). Ph: 650.325.6000
San Francisco (corner of Post Street and Van Ness Avenue). Ph: 415.771.6300
Walnut Creek (directly across from the Bart Station). Ph: 925.932.3800

Some of the procedures we perform may be "co-managed" with your local skin care provider, such as an aesthetician or other physician. This follow-up care is planned for ahead of time with a copy of your medical records and a percentage of the procedure fee provided to your skin care professional. Feel free to call us to learn more about such arrangements.

1. Speak to our patient care coordinator
2. Learn more about our doctors
3. Understand your financing options, including zero interest financing for the first year
4. Discover co-management possiblilities
5. Schedule a consultation

1. Meet our doctors
2. Have a full examination
3. Understand the risks, benefits, side effects and alternatives to treatment
4. Many patients may schedule the procedure that same day
5. Provide us with contact information for your local skin care provider

1. Undergo the procedure
2. Take it easy for the recommended time period
3. Follow-up with our doctors the next day or so
4. Return to your regular activity as directed by our doctors