Dr. Robert Strimling, MD
Laser Technology
Discovery PICO
Cooling
Zimmer Cryo
Medical Director
Dr. Robert Strimling, MD
Board-certified dermatologist with over 25 years of experience. Fellowship-trained in Mohs skin cancer surgery, dermatologic plastic surgery, and cosmetic laser surgery. He's been awarded Castle Connolly Top Doctor every year from 2019 to 2026, and voted Best Dermatologist in Las Vegas by Seven Magazine for 6 years straight. Education: B.S., University of Nevada, Reno (1982-1986) (Honors – Phi Kappa Phi, Alpha Epsilon Delta) M.D., University of Miami (FL) (1986-1990) (Honors – Alpha Omega Alpha) Surgery Internship, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN (1990-1991) Dermatology Residency, Washington University at St. Louis, MO (1992-1995) Dermatologic/Mohs & Cosmetic Laser Surgery Fellowship, Boston University (1995-1996)
Hours and Location
Reviews
4.5
out of 5
Based on 123 patient reviews
Customers consistently describe Strimling Dermatology as highly professional with a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. The practice maintains efficient operations with minimal wait times, often under 10 minutes. Patients express strong confidence in the clinic's expertise and frequently recommend the practice to others, with many returning as long-term patients for over a decade.
Dr. Lionel Handler, MD, is frequently praised for his extensive knowledge and strong interpersonal skills, with patients trusting his expertise for over 20 years. Physician Assistant Alyssa Caparelli, PA-C, receives consistent recognition for her professionalism, thorough listening skills, and ability to diagnose problems quickly. Dr. Strimling is noted for being thorough and attentive to patient concerns, though he appears less frequently in patient feedback.
The front desk staff consistently receive praise for being friendly, efficient, and helpful throughout the patient experience. Check-in processes are streamlined, often handled via text messaging, though some patients find the computer registration system cumbersome and recommend arriving early for staff assistance. Most patients report feeling well-cared for, though one customer experienced concerns about payment handling and treatment protocols that made them feel uncomfortable.
Patients report minimal to no pain during procedures, with several specifically noting "zero pain" during treatments including skin cancer removal and cyst excisions. The medical staff appears skilled at keeping patients comfortable during procedures, with many expressing surprise at how painless their treatments were. Staff members are described as putting patients at ease throughout their appointments.
One patient noted the clinic's fairness in billing practices, specifically mentioning that no copay was charged when a referral was needed instead of treatment. However, detailed pricing information and payment structure details are not extensively discussed in patient feedback.