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Optima Dermatology offers comprehensive dermatology and medical aesthetics services across its network, including a Scarborough, ME location. They emphasize world-class clinical care, an exceptional patient experience, convenient scheduling, and advanced facilities. The company operates 9 offices in the United States, with Scarborough being one of their Maine locations, and is headquartered in Portsmouth, NH. Services span general dermatology, cosmetic procedures, medical spa offerings, and related skin-care treatments.

Clinic Type

Dermatology

Address

71 US Route One, Suite J, Scarborough, ME 04074

Phone

(207) 770-5621

Email

referral@optima.emadirect.md

Opening Hours

Mon: 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Tues: 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.; Wed: 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Thurs: 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Fri: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Services Offered

  • Medical Dermatology
  • Cosmetic Dermatology
  • Skin Cancer Treatment
  • Full-Body Skin Checks
  • Acne
  • Eczema
  • Psoriasis
  • Neurotoxin Injections
  • Dermal Fillers
  • Chemical Peels
  • Mohs Surgery
  • Dermatology Research
  • Medical Aesthetics

Team

  • Daniel Cuozzo, Board-Certified Dermatologist — DO, FAAD – Board-Certified Dermatologist
  • Virginia Barton, Board-Certified Dermatologist — MD, FAAD – Board-Certified Dermatologist
  • Jamie Piacentini, Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner — NP-C, APRN, DNP – Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • Rebecca Houlihan, Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner — MSN, APRN, FNP-BC - Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • Kieran Lombard, Board-Certified Physician Assistant — PA-C - Board-Certified Physician Assistant

Insurance & Payment

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Languages Spoken

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Current Offers

New patient specials (not explicitly listed)

FAQs

What services are offered at Scarborough Optima location?

Medical dermatology, cosmetic dermatology, skin cancer treatment, full-body skin checks.

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What Patients Say

Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed

  • Birdeye: 3.5 stars (25 reviews)
  • Yelp: Not specified (11 reviews)

Patients praise

  • Highly professional, compassionate, and skilled medical providers
  • Welcoming, clean, and modern facilities
  • Effective, high-quality clinical and aesthetic results
  • Personalized treatment plans and clear communication during procedures
  • Concierge-style or efficient office experiences for many patients

Common complaints

  • Difficulty contacting clinics via phone and long response times
  • Challenges scheduling new patient appointments or significant wait times
  • Frustrations regarding billing processes and misapplied payments
  • Perceived dismissive customer service interactions

"Dr. Cuozzo and his team did a fantastic job with our son. ... in one visit, they accurately diagnosed and removed it pain-free without needing an OR visit."

— Optima Dermatology website testimonial

"Instant bad taste in my mouth. I called to ask if they were accepting new clients and to get a cash price range for a consultation. The woman who answered was short and dismissive."

— Northeast Dermatology Associates review

"I had such a wonderful experience at Baskin Aesthetics, especially as someone new to aesthetic treatments. From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed and genuinely cared for by the entire staff."

— Baskin Aesthetics website testimonial

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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