Dermatology Clinic at UW Medical Center – Roosevelt
Dermatology • Seattle, WA • Since 1959 • 2 (UW Medical Center – Roosevelt buildings: 4245 and 4225 Roosevelt Way N.E.) locations
About
Dermatology Clinic at UW Medical Center – Roosevelt Seattle - Part of the University of Washington Medical Center system, a nonprofit, nationally recognized hospital network based in Seattle, WA. - The Roosevelt location-specific dermatology services are within UW Medical Center, Montlake campus network, offering access to university-affiliated specialists and a wide range of medical services. - UW Medical Center has a history of innovation in patient care and includes comprehensive oncology, radiology, NICU, and other specialties, supported by a large staff and multiple clinics on campus. - Contact: multiple phone lines available (general UW Medicine/clinic lines may connect you to dermatology or appointment scheduling). Note: The provided page emphasizes UW Medical Center broadly (Montlake campus), hospital network scale, and general specialties; it does not include a separate, distinct dermatology clinic page for Roosevelt Seattle. If you need appointment specifics, eligibility, or dermatology services exact to Roosevelt, please specify and I can refine or seek the exact clinic details.
Clinic Type
Dermatology
Address
4225 Roosevelt Way NE, Fl 4, Seattle, WA 98105
Phone
206.598.4067
intrpsvc@u.washington.edu
Opening Hours
Open: Closes at 12:00 am Mon-Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Sat Closed Sun Closed
Telehealth
Dermatology | Telehealth services
Emergency Care
If at any point your symptoms worsen or you feel like you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or proceed to the nearest emergency room.
Services Offered
Team
Insurance & Payment
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American Express, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, Google Pay, Apple Pay
Languages Spoken
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FAQs
Accepting new and returning patients?
Tomoko Akaike, MD: Accepting new and returning patients. Anna Cogen, MD, PhD: Accepting returning patients only. Dermatology | Telehealth services: Accepting new and returning patients. Many entries show returning patients; please book via MyChart.
MyChart / online booking
Returning patients with MyChart: Sign in to book online.
Where is the clinic located?
Dermatology Clinic at UW Medical Center – Roosevelt, 4225 Roosevelt Way NE, Seattle, WA 98105 (in the Roosevelt buildings).
What services are available at this location?
Dermatology treatments for hair loss, nail disorders, skin conditions, phototherapy, surgical procedures for benign and malignant skin conditions, and telehealth options.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Yelp, Apple Maps, TrustAnalytica: Approximately 2.5 to 2.8 out of 5 stars (aggregate across third-party platforms like Yelp) (Varies by platform, generally around 17-21 reviews cited on individual sites)
- UW Medicine official patient surveys: 4.9 out of 5 stars (specific provider reviews) (504 ratings, 71 written reviews (for individual providers))
Patients praise
- High quality of medical care and expertise from specific physicians
- Thorough examinations and clear explanations of treatment options
- Empathetic, kind, and professional bedside manner from many doctors and staff
- Responsiveness to patient questions through eCare and phone communication
Common complaints
- Long wait times for appointments and while at the clinic
- Administrative and billing issues
- Perceived lack of attentiveness or care from some staff or providers
"Dr. Compton has been my primary care doctor provider for dermatology for my skin cancer for about 8 years. He is thoroughly professional, knowledgeable, and shows empathy and care and concern for any questions I might have... I reserve my highest praise for Dr Compton!"
— UW Medicine Patient Review (Dr. Nicholas Lee Compton)"After months of doctors visits and referrals, I finally feel SAFE and HEARD and SEEN in Dr. Kalus' office. Give her and her staff each their celebrity crush."
— UW Medicine Patient Review (Dr. Andrea Kalus)"Waited over an hour to be seen for a 15 min specialty appointment in December 2022 that was scheduled in June 2022. Then had a return visit in May 2023 that was billed erroneously by the physician."
— Publicly shared patient complaintSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- A rare skin cancer diagnosis requires a balancing act between suppressing and boosting the immune system - Fred Hutch — Dec 12, 2025
- Supporting Strategic Growth in Seattle: Pūr Skin Clinic Opens in South Lake Union - Advanced Medaesthetic Partners — Apr 14, 2026
- Frontier Dermatology to Bring Expert Skin Care to the Issaquah, WA Community - Frontier Dermatology — Apr 23, 2026
- Juvederm in Kirkland & Edmonds - PUR Skin Clinic — Aug 19, 2025
- IV Therapy in Kirkland & Edmonds - PURSkin Clinic — Aug 22, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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