Peter S. Halperin, MD

Went to see Dr Halperin on my break while I was at work. He is the only doctor in the practice from my understanding so I did have to wait a little bit.. but once I was seen I was in and out. He knew exactly what it was and prescribed something that made it go away within 24 hours. Very pleasant and great bedside manner. Most of the staff is very pleasant as well.

Insightful, trustworthy, and decisive. If you’re looking for a talented physician who will investigate your concerns in depth while taking the time to ensure that you’re comfortable and fully informed, look no further. There’s a reason my entire family trusts Dr. Halperin — he’s thorough, he’s empathetic, and he’s excellent at what he does. One of the very best doctors (and front offices) in Manhattan.

Dr Halperin’s medical judgement is invariably correct; & he is unfailingly pleasant. He holds to high ethical standards, discouraging expenditure unless medically unavoidable; whereupon he furnishes coupons discounting co-pays. Staff are always courteous & efficient, & the clinic spotlessly clean.

Other dermatologists have been immediately cutting out tiny spots for testing. One (Binstock in San Fran, CA) called one a "pre-melanoma," which some dermatologists have never heard of. Halperin has been great, solved a slight growth/discoloration with just a cream rather than cutting. He is efficient and his staff has been very professional, so I'm surprised at some of the comments in this regard. I will go back to him now as my primary dermatologist.

I found his bedside manner to be lacking. He didn't inspire trust or make me feel like he was invested in my health outcomes.

I went back to Dr. Halperin for another cosmetic procedure. His work is subtle and perfect! I am so pleased with how great my face looks. Dr. Halperin is so incredibility talented. His is also extremely smart and caring. He answered all my questions and gave me excellent advice. Also thank you to the office staff, who alway make my visits such a pleasure.

Went for an skin cancer screening and a few other issues after being recommended. When I told Dr. Halperin about my skincare routine he rolled his eyes and said I shouldn't "rely on Google." Then he did a skin check that maybe lasted 2 minutes for my entire body.
I was given coupons for the Rx he prescribed and sent on my way. My very good insurance didn't cover any of the Rx, and after arguing with staff for alternatives I found out they were the same OTC treatments Dr. Halperin condescendingly told me not to use! He prescribed Rx that he receives commission on, not ones that

Dr. Halperin is the best of the best. In a city full of cosmetic dermatologists, he stands out as a stellar physician who addresses both medical and cosmetic issues with professionalism, knowledge, experience and compassion. Also, his office staff is great — wait time is low and they're eerily efficient and helpful in dealing with billing and insurance matters.

Was recommended by my physician, went there, didn't wait too long, very courteous did a full body skin cancer check, asked if I had any concern about anything. Told him what I was concerned about and he fixed one issue right away and give me a referral for the other, said he was very good at what he did and highly recommended him. Said if I had any other question to feel free to call the office and ask. Very polite and thorough.

I saw Halperin a few months ago. Felt uneasy when the first thing he did after entering the patient room was reading the brand label on my coat hanging on the back of the door. Why did that even interest him? The annual visit lasted less than five minutes. Gave me a smile and said "all good see you next year". That was it! I felt cheated after waiting 1.5 hours in the tiny waiting room. There are way more thorough dermatologists in Manhattan that are willing to spend time with their patients.

Dr. Peter Halperin has been our dermatologist for almost 20 years. He is a superb physician in every way. Dr. Halperin is patient, he does more listening than talking, examinations are thorough and his diagnoses have always been correct. He is a sympathetic and an utterly delightful individual. His office staff is most competent and totally patient oriented. His office is modern, and comfortable.

Dr Halperin's waiting room was quite unpleasant--dim lighting, small, stuffy, no AC, and lacking any amenities. The doctor appeared technically competent, but was rather dismissive of my concerns and showed no empathy, but only a veiled sarcasm and cynicism. I felt, on my second visit, which he requested, that he simply wanted to get me out of his office ASAP. Perhaps he was behind schedule. I waited over 45 mins in his uncomfortable waiting room! There are much better, compassionate, sympathetic doctors with up-to-date waiting rooms, who are also technically competent. Go elsewhere.

Dr Hal;perin is a very competent physician. On two occasions, during routine screenings, he found melanomas on my body. They could have killed me. I am grateful for the close care he provides. He is also an extremely nice person. I would recommend Dr Halperin without reservation.

I visited several dermatologists in NY before being referred to Dr. Halperin. I had been in pain for more than 6 months and nobody was able to treat my dyshidrosis. When I first met Dr. Halperin I noticed right away that he did not rush at all. He took the time to listen to me. He gave me a medication and in one week I was all clear with no more pain. I see Dr. Halperin every year for skin cancer check, had done a small biopsy last year and do not agree with reviews that says he rushes through things. In fact, it's the opposite. He does not rush at all. I consider him an excellent and extremely

Brilliant and decisive! I spent the last two to three years trying to find relief from a painful and nagging dermatological condition, but had no luck until I was referred to Dr. Halperin by my (very famous) cardiologist. Dr. Halperin determined (after an exhaustive examination) the source of my problem (which happened to be primarily neurological and which was something an army of prior dermatologists never considered). He prescribed something that has brought me almost complete relief, for which I'll be forever grateful. His office runs smoothly and on time, no doubt because of the friendly and

Dr Halperin is a genius. He was able to solve my skin problem after I unsuccessfully saw several other dermatologists. He takes his time, is very thorough and answered all my questions. Besides that, he discussed my concerns and was very supportive. He is a sincere, excellent Doctor.

Dr. Halperin's office waiting room is very small, has rather poor dim lighting, and, when I was there, it was very hot and stuffy. It was very crowded, and there were no amenities--no music, no television, no AC. I found the doctor to be technically competent, but rather dismissive of my problem. He sort of poked fun, and refused to take my issue seriously even though I was quite worried. He was not in the least empathetic, and seemed to consider me as a joke! Go elsewhere!

I have been going to Dr. Halperin for many years. I find him to be a thorough, conscientious, helpful, informative and excellent physician.

His office was deceptive about the billing practices. The office staff informed me they took my insurance but after seeing Dr. Halperin and having a small lesion sprayed with a hand held liquid nitrogen tank for a few seconds I was billed 300 dollars. When I complained , Robin, the billing coordinator said it was cryosurgery and I had to pay my deductible. I was not told that freezing a lesion was surgery and would never have assumed it would be. Robin, the billing coordinator's response was that "I am responsible for knowing my insurance coverage". Even if I did, I would

I called the office today upon the recommendation of a co-worker. I have never been spoken to so rudely by his receptionist. She barked at me and then hung up on me. After getting other recommendations I've decided to go elsewhere. If you look at some of the physician review sites you can see many
many people have complained about his staff. If the doctor is ignoring the feedback then I'm sure somewhere in NYC there is a doctor who actually gives a hoot about how his potential and current patients are treated.

Headline here is that this doctor was not thorough in his skin cancer screenings, to the extent that I went to see another doctor months after my last visit, who found something I believe dr Halperin should have caught, maybe much sooner.

This doctor was always nice and relatively patient. Probably fine for some of your needs, but I would discourage anyone from going for routine screenings for sure.

Dr Halperin comes off as an expert in his field, he clearly explained the nature of my skin issues and why they happen. He prescribed two medications for dandruff and itchy skin with enough refills and both were very effective in the long run.

Not just a fantastic dermatologist (he knows what he's talking about), but the office is super helpful in getting whatever you need done, done. Haven't been in recently enough to get that refilled? We'll get you a sample in order to make sure that you're okay in the short term, schedule an appointment with you immediately next week, and if you give me the name of your pharmacy I'll call them right now.

This is unheard of at any other dermatologist or doctor that I've ever been to. Absolutely wholeheartedly recommend.