Tina Finesmith, MD

Negative stars! Unprofessional & insincere.\r
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Highly unhappy after one apt. with Dr. Finesmith and will never go back again. My visit was in 7/2014. \r
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No bedside manner, was in a rush to get me out the door and was Completely

You be the judge: waited 45 minutes, saw Dr. for 20 minutes, was charged $564 (self insured) for unnecessary biopsy and minor procedure.
Examination room untidy and ill-equipped. Would never recommend. Chose Dr. because of convenient

I liked my appointment with Dr. Finesmith. She is nice and low-key, and somehow made me feel very comfortable about doing the exam of my whole body. Dr. Finesmith thoroughly examined me, and identified my little ongoing skin skirmishes

I have been seeing Dr. Finesmith for about three years. After living in a tropical climate for many years, I am concerned about skin cancer. I have had several "spots" frozen off and a few moles removed plus a few other minor skin

Pros: No drama, No Upsell

I have been a patient of Dr. Finesmith for over 7 years, as well as my husband. I have always found her to be straight forward, and not one to add additional tests or treatments to pad her pocket. \r
I am appalled at some of the reviews

Pros: Honest, Truthful

On my last visit, I was charged $125 over the office visit because I had not been in for 2 years (gee, I didn't need to go every 6mos/year!). Even though my insurance paid the entire office call, and $24 of this "extra charge" Tina was

Cons: Extra charges for visits over 2 years

I decided to go to Dr. Finesmith mainly for her convenient location in Ballard. After reading the reviews I didn't know what to expect of my visit. Seems like people either loved her or hated her - which camp would I join?\r
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The

Pros: Friendly, efficient front office, experience Doctor, Ballard

I had a couple conditions, she explained what they were and my treatment options. She also took a culture at the infected spot to ensure an effective treatment plan. I was called promply by Dr. Finesmith with my results. I also thought she

Worst dermatologist ever! Been to many and have never felt the way I felt walking out of her office.

I thought Dr. Finesmith was mostly okay during the two examinations I had with her. A little curt during the first one, but she wasn't an ogre or anything.\r
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The reason I do not recommend using this doctor is because she doesn't take

I was recommended to this doctor by my parents' dermatologist. I was told she was trying to "build her practice." I made an appointment and I was told they only accept cash or check. I found that to mean "it's a really small practice

Pros: I got prescriptions

Cons: I have to find a different dermatologist. Like I'd go back there again.

I am a medical professional and believe that I am in a good position to evaluate the care that I have received from Dr. Finesmith. Her service is professional, straightforward, and medically appropriate. I am completely satisfied and

Pros: Scheduling, Straightforward approach, Non-intimidating office environment

Cons: Not focused on cosmetic dermatology

I was a bit nervous before my appt based on the harsh negative reviews, but they couldn't be more far off. I was seen promptly by the doctor herself (rather than sequestered to a room by a nurse for a half hour) and she was friendly and

Pros: On time, easy to find, easy parking, smart.

Cons: Cash or check only, but there's an ATM next door.

and guess what... i still itch. \r
Well, i saw "dr" tina finesmith a little over a year ago. Let's say january 2007. i had a bunch of wierd looking stuff under my armpit growing on my pit hairs.. like little colonies on every hair

Pros: ballard has a good sunday market

Cons: everything about my experience with "dr" finesmith

For several years, I have visited Dr. Finesmith for annual routine skin exams and help with occasional moles, etc. She is very professional, knows what she's looking at, and gets the job done. I prefer her professional and matter-of-fact

Pros: She's a pro, direct, I like the short appointments

I have visited Dr Finesmith's office and had very satisfactory treatment. I have also referred my sister. And my boyfried is her patient as well. We have all shared our experiences and have recommended others for treatment. I know she has

I have been seeing Dr. Finesmith for about ten years. She is professional and smart and funny and is always friendly while getting her job done. She has a sense of confidence in her work that is comforting to me. She always makes me feel

Pros: Easy parking, easy access, sometimes has free samples in her waiting room :)

my family doc referred her to me. no bedside manner to speak of. short, curt, late....sorry, but i would never recommend her. find someone that will take a sincere interest in you.

Pros: late, late, late

This doctor seems to be just concerned with the $$$-no nurse, curt attitude--a definite scrooge. I would not refer friends and family to her!

Pros: she has appointments open

Cons: bad attitude and service

After procrastinating out of fear of the results of a mysterious bump on my arm, I finally made my appt with Dr. Finesmith upon a referral from my naturopath. I was able to get an appt in a timely manner, and the staff was very nice and

I got Dr. Finesmith's evil twin sister, judging from the other reviewers, but I had a horrible experience at her office. I showed up a bit early for my appointment, and the office door was locked, and then when the doctor finally came to

I have gone to her for a variety of reasons over 5 years and all I can say is that she is fantastic and does not leave you waiting.

Pros: Close and does not charge full hour if visit is short.

Cons: None that I know of.

I once had a case of basal cell carcinoma on my arm that required surgery for removal, so Dr Finesmith concern for looking for skin cancer is reassuring. But she also understands the desire for nice skin and does not get too zealous.

Pros: good listener, concerned w/o zealous, Botox and Restylane

Tina Finesmith is frank and to the point in her care. She was conservative in her initial treatment, and I am happy to have found her.

Pros: honest, professional, intelligent

Cons: honesty can be blunt