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Essex Dermatology is a private, board-certified dermatology practice in Essex, CT, offering medical and cosmetic dermatology services. Established in 2000, the center serves Middlesex County from two offices on Saybrook Road (Essex, CT). With over 25 years of experience, they are noted for consistently ranking among the top shoreline dermatology offices (2022–2024). The practice has a small team (3 employees) and provides a blend of medical and cosmetic treatments, supported by affiliations and sourcing from notable dermatology organizations. Core details: - Location: Essex, CT (two offices listed at 20 Saybrook Rd, Essex, CT 06426) - Services: Medical dermatology and cosmetic dermatology - Experience: 25+ years; highly rated on the shoreline (2022–2024) - Contact: Phone numbers (860) 767-9161, (860) 767-9998 - Website: essexderm.com

Clinic Type

Dermatology

Address

Essex Dermatology, Essex, CT

Phone

860-767-9998

Email

Opening Hours

Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.

Services Offered

  • Medical Dermatology
  • Cosmetic Dermatology
  • Laser Treatments
  • Hydrafacial
  • Chemical Peels
  • Acne Scar Treatments
  • Microneedling
  • Fillers
  • Sofwave
  • Clear + Brilliant
  • Hydration/facial services

Technology & Equipment

  • Clear + Brilliant
  • RF Microneedling
  • Sofwave
  • Laser
  • Chemical Peels
  • Hydrafacial
  • Acne Scar Treatments
  • Fillers
  • Alpha/Beta Hydroxy Acids
  • Hyaluronic Acid
  • Microneedling with RF? (implied)

Team

  • Dr. Virginia Maher-Wiese, Board Certified Dermatologist; Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology — MD, FAAD

Insurance & Payment

Languages Spoken

Current Offers

New Patient Special

Awards & Accreditations

  • CT Magazine Top Doc list
  • 4-time first place winner of Best Dermatology Office on the Shoreline

Social Media

Photos

What Patients Say

Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive

  • Healthgrades: 4.5/5 stars (based on 50 reviews) (50 ratings)
  • BestProsInTown: Not explicitly specified (43 reviews) (43 reviews)
  • Facebook: 100% recommend (9 reviews) (9 reviews)

Patients praise

  • High level of clinical competency and professional expertise
  • Caring and compassionate demeanor from providers and staff reported by many patients
  • Professional, welcoming, and comfortable office environment
  • Effective treatment for serious skin conditions

Common complaints

  • Reports of long wait times for appointments
  • Concerns regarding perceived lack of bedside manner or personal interaction by some patients
  • Frustration over accessibility, including reports of not accepting new patients and perceived rudeness in phone inquiries

"I have been going to Essex dermatology for around 20 years and I can not say enough about Dr Mayer Weiss and Ann. They have always provided me and my family with top notch service and care."

LocalityBiz

"I was told she is the best. Waited almost a year to get in for my yearly exam. She flew in. Barely introduced herself. Never shook my hand."

RateMDs

"Website very misleading--the office is not accepting new patients, and they don't expect to be any time soon apparently... felt compelled to post something so other people can be spared the cold and unkind treatment."

LocalityBiz

Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].

Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.

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