Live
Read more

About

Summary: Optima Dermatology is a private hospitals and healthcare company headquartered in Portsmouth, NH, with 9 U.S. offices including a facility in Portsmouth. They focus on expert skin care and patient experience, offering dermatology services with convenient access and a broad footprint across the United States and Canada. If you’re seeking a dermatologist in Portsmouth, NH, Optima Dermatology represents the Portsmouth location of a larger dermatology network. For local providers, consider contacting the Portsmouth office directly or visiting their website for clinic listings, appointment options, and physician profiles.

Clinic Type

Dermatology

Address

215 Commerce Way, Suite #100, Portsmouth, NH 03801

Phone

(603) 4

Email

referral@optima.emadirect.md

Opening Hours

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

Services Offered

  • Dermatology
  • Medical Aesthetics
  • Skin cancer screening
  • Surgical removal
  • Cosmetic treatments
  • Neurotoxin injections
  • Dermal fillers
  • Facial treatments like chemical peels

Team

  • Joan Sisto, MD, FAAD — Board-Certified Dermatologist
  • Abel D. Jarell, MD, FAAD — Double Board-Certified Dermatologist & Dermatopathologist
  • Jacqueline Watts, PA-C — Board-Certified Physician Assistant
  • Jill Bickford, MSN, APRN, AGNP-BC — Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner

Insurance & Payment

Languages Spoken

  • English

FAQs

What are your hours?

Practice Hours: Mon: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Tue: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Wed: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Thurs: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Fri: Closed

Is there a call center or separate phone hours?

Call Hours: Mon-Fri 6:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Photos

What Patients Say

Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed

  • US News (Press Ganey): 5/5 (196)
  • Healthgrades: 4.1/5 (34)
  • Healthgrades: 3.5/5 (11)
  • Vitals: 2.7/5 (12)
  • Google/Forefront Dermatology: 5/5 (2)

Patients praise

  • Thorough and effective examinations
  • Professional, friendly, and attentive staff
  • Strong patient confidence and trust in clinical expertise
  • Efficient procedures and clear communication during visits
  • Successful resolution of skin conditions

Common complaints

  • Bedside manner issues including being described as cold, dismissive, or judgmental
  • Perception of feeling rushed during appointments
  • Lack of clear explanation regarding diagnoses or medication instructions
  • Administrative complaints, such as failure to share biopsy results with primary doctors

"Within 5 minutes Dr Marka diagnosed and treated my condition. So impressed on my third dose of injection dupixant today. Thank you. Dr Marka !"

Seacoast Dermatology Website

"She was rude, curt, dismissive and judgmental! She didn't ask me questions or apparently read my five page health questionnaire and jumped to conclusions after a minute saying 'I can't help you.'"

Healthgrades

"I felt rushed and there was no explanation given as to how deep the cut was (it had to be cauterized) and no instructions to help with the healing process... This was the worse encounter I've ever had with a dermatologist."

Vitals

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.

More dermatology clinics in Portsmouth

Portsmouth, NH·Dermatology

APDerm is a physician-led dermatology network based in Acton, MA, with 3 U.S. offices. They offer medical, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology services and accept most insurance plans. APDerm is board-certified and has a patient-centered approach, providing access to a wide network of dermatology specialists and family-wide care, supported by patient-friendly technology. If you’re seeking dermatology services in Portsmouth, NH, APDerm’s nearest listed locations are in Acton and Concord, MA (not in Portsmouth, NH). If you specifically need Portsmouth, you may want to check for a Portsmouth-area dermatologist or confirm if APDerm plans to open a location there. Key details: - Founded: 1992; Private, physician-led practice - Headquarters: Acton, MA; 3 U.S. offices - Services: Medical, cosmetic, surgical dermatology - Insurance: Most plans accepted - Contact: Acton HQ (978) 371-7010; Concord office also listed - Website: apderm.com

VerifiedOnline bookingSince 1992
Portsmouth, NH·Dermatology

Seacoast Dermatology PLLC is a medical practice offering dermatology services, including Mohs surgery and aesthetic treatments, with offices in Portsmouth (and nearby locations) NH. Key details: - Services: Dermatology care, Mohs micrographic surgery, aesthetic treatments - Locations: 3 offices in New Hampshire, including Portsmouth (330 Borthwick Ave, Portsmouth, NH 03801) - Contact: Phone 603-431-5205; Email contactus@seacoastdermnh.com - Website: seacoastdermnh.com - Organization: Public company with 9 employees; active status - Additional: Online appointment booking available; focuses on healthcare in Portsmouth, Dover, and Exeter Note: The specific address “278 Lafayette Rd” is not listed among Seacoast Dermatology’s Portsmouth locations in the provided data. If you’re seeking the Portsmouth clinic closest to 278 Lafayette Rd, you may want to contact them directly or verify the exact local office address via their website or phone.

VerifiedOnline bookingEmergency care

See all dermatology clinics in Portsmouth

Comparing your options?

See other dermatology clinics in Portsmouth, or search the full directory by insurance, ratings, and more.

More Dermatology Clinics