Mercer Island Dermatology offers comprehensive medical and aesthetic skin care and is conveniently located in the downtown business district. We strive to provide a welcoming and caring dermatology office that cares for a diverse variety of conditions affecting the skin, hair and nails. The practice was started in 2008 by Allison Hughes MD, PhD, a board certified dermatologist with a passion for general dermatology and an interest in cosmetic dermatology.The practice sees patients of all ages and addresses a broad spectrum of family skin care issues from eczema to acne and mature concerns for adults from skin cancer to facial rejuvenation.
Services
Neuormodulators such as Botox and Xeomin are FDA approved treatments to temporarily improve both moderate to severe frown lines between the brows, crow's feet, forehead, droopy corners of the mouth, lip lines (smoker's lines) and neck bands. Neuormodulators essentially reduce muscle activity so you'll notice a visible smoothing of lines.
The Juvederm collection of fillers are injectable gels made from modified hyaluronic acid. Over time, your skin loses elasticity. This natural process, plus genetics and environmental factors like sun exposure, can cause moderate to severe lines and folds. Juvederm delivers natural-looking and long-lasting results from 12-24 months (depending on the filler and injection site) before the body gradually and naturally absorbs the particles.
Radiesse is an FDA approved injectable implant made of tiny calcium-based microspheres which are suspended in a natural, water-based gel. Radiesse is a volumizing filler and provides an instant lift, filling wrinkles and folds to help restore a more youthful appearance to your skin. It also continues to work with your body by stimulating the natural production of collagen.
Belotero is a dermal filler which is indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as nasolabial folds, smile lines, vertical lip lines and chin wrinkles. With Belotero, you can replace lost hyaluronic acid caused by the natural aging process. Once injected, it plumps the skin and smooths the lines and wrinkles on your face.
Reviews (8)
Keri Thompson
May 19, 2022
Dr. Hughes is the best dermatologist that I've ever had. She listens carefully to all of your concerns and is always upbeat, professional and very personable. I am very confident and secure in her knowledge and experience. I trust Dr. Hughes and the team completely to help me care for my skin. I feel Mercer Island Dermatology is top rated.
John Chyan
Mar 11, 2022
Beware! They are extremely unprofessional and irresponsible and it was a nightmare seeing her. They made all sorts of mistakes and recommendations. We talked to several other physicians, and all of them think Mercer Island Dermatology recommendation is wrong and unprofessional. Here's the detailed experience: My family member is having several hair falling issues.
The first time, we saw them mid-last year, the doctor seems to care much our the patient and said everything was fine, and told us to leave. However, after several months, the hair loss problem got worsen. We went back to them again, and they said everything was fine. Nothing needs to worry about. We insist to do a test. The test result came back with severe issues, but they again said everything was fine and gave us a cream to put on her head. However, after applying the cream, not only did the hair falling issue was not resolved, it got worse again.
We saw them again, and they told us everything was fine. Not a big deal. They refused another blood test. We questioned several times why the hair falling issue worsen, and we insist on a blood test again. They finally agreed and when the 2nd result came up, there were even more severe issues with the blood report. Then they told us that they will refer us to the gastroenterologist at Seattle Children's Hospital.
They told us that the referral will be processed immediately, and we can contact Seattle Children's Hospital in a few days. It was 2/2 when the referral was sent, and it has been 25 days and we kept calling Seattle Children's Hospital, but in the end, no referral was done. They are just very unprofessional and irresponsible. After calling them several time and waiting on hold for over an hour, their staff Dylan Nelson was able to help me and check with Seattle Children's Hospital. However, the gastroenterologist doctor at Seattle Children's Hospital told us it was "strange" that they would refer a hair loss patient to them, and refused to see us.
We went to see another physician, and the new physician said the recommendation provided by Mercer Island Dermatology was completely wrong and unprofessional. After spending almost 6 months dealing with Mercer Island Dermatology, we are left with nothing but a more severe hair loss problem. And they are charging us over $200 for less than 20 min and consultation (and completely wrong recommendations!). Moreover, the physician doesn't have the Dr. title, and I don't even know if she has the proper license to see patients.
Please be aware! -- Update: The referral they told us about went into a Black Hole, we've never heard back from Seattle Children's Hospital. I don't think these people are honest people.
The first time, we saw them mid-last year, the doctor seems to care much our the patient and said everything was fine, and told us to leave. However, after several months, the hair loss problem got worsen. We went back to them again, and they said everything was fine. Nothing needs to worry about. We insist to do a test. The test result came back with severe issues, but they again said everything was fine and gave us a cream to put on her head. However, after applying the cream, not only did the hair falling issue was not resolved, it got worse again.
We saw them again, and they told us everything was fine. Not a big deal. They refused another blood test. We questioned several times why the hair falling issue worsen, and we insist on a blood test again. They finally agreed and when the 2nd result came up, there were even more severe issues with the blood report. Then they told us that they will refer us to the gastroenterologist at Seattle Children's Hospital.
They told us that the referral will be processed immediately, and we can contact Seattle Children's Hospital in a few days. It was 2/2 when the referral was sent, and it has been 25 days and we kept calling Seattle Children's Hospital, but in the end, no referral was done. They are just very unprofessional and irresponsible. After calling them several time and waiting on hold for over an hour, their staff Dylan Nelson was able to help me and check with Seattle Children's Hospital. However, the gastroenterologist doctor at Seattle Children's Hospital told us it was "strange" that they would refer a hair loss patient to them, and refused to see us.
We went to see another physician, and the new physician said the recommendation provided by Mercer Island Dermatology was completely wrong and unprofessional. After spending almost 6 months dealing with Mercer Island Dermatology, we are left with nothing but a more severe hair loss problem. And they are charging us over $200 for less than 20 min and consultation (and completely wrong recommendations!). Moreover, the physician doesn't have the Dr. title, and I don't even know if she has the proper license to see patients.
Please be aware! -- Update: The referral they told us about went into a Black Hole, we've never heard back from Seattle Children's Hospital. I don't think these people are honest people.
Brooke Weitz
Mar 10, 2022
Megan Cosgrove
Mar 05, 2022
I was diagnosed with BCC at this dermatologist, and although shocking, the team has gone above and beyond to help with my endless questions. Special shoutout to Christine, Dylan and Dr. Hughes. I've had two surgeries now and Dr. Hughes has done so much as to give me an after hours phone number she promptly replies to whenever I am anxious about the healing process.
If you want a warm fuzzy doctor, or a more straight-shooter, you will find both here with Dr. Hughes. I go to this practice an several family members, friends and acquaintances do too. Thank you!
If you want a warm fuzzy doctor, or a more straight-shooter, you will find both here with Dr. Hughes. I go to this practice an several family members, friends and acquaintances do too. Thank you!
Sofia Onishchenko
Feb 13, 2022
Came in a few days ago to remove a mole on my nose with laser. I was so nervous beforehand but it was a piece of cake! Dr. Hughes and her team were assuring me it would be painless and fast and that's exactly what it was. They were very thorough & also some of the nicest people I've met! my experience with them was amazing. Recommend them to everyone!
Steve Browne
Jan 03, 2022
Katie Jagow
Dec 26, 2021
Emily McHugh
Mar 15, 2021
The BEST dermatology experience I have ever had! Dr. Allison Hughes is so intelligent, compassionate, talented and truly passionate about her field. This was my first visit and I felt very comfortable as well taken care of. Every member of the team took time to answer questions thoughtfully and confidently. I am excited to go back and feel so fortunate to have found this medical office for care!
