Metropolis Dermatology | Pasadena
Laser Technology
Hollywood Spectra
Medical Director

Dr. James Y. Wang
Dr. James Y. Wang, MD, MBA is a double board-certified dermatologist and dermatopathologist. He completed his dermatology residency at UCLA and a fellowship in dermatopathology at Memorial Sloan Kettering and Weill Cornell.
Location
Metropolis Dermatology | Pasadena Reviews
This clinic has 359 Google reviews. View on Google
Metropolis Dermatology Pasadena in Pasadena, California is a multi-provider dermatology practice that earns strong marks for clinical quality. Dr. Janice Ma and physician assistants are described as knowledgeable, kind, and thorough. Facials by esthetician Alma are repeatedly praised for being effective, particularly for acne and texture.
Laser treatments are offered and mentioned positively in reviews. Sessions are described as quick and well-organized. However, a meaningful subset of reviews (roughly 7%) flag concerns: billing surprises for consultations advertised as free, rushed appointment experiences, and scheduling issues after clinician changes. These complaints are specific to a minority of visits but recur across multiple reviewers.
The facility is consistently described as immaculate and modern. Overall experience is positive for most clients, with specific providers earning strong personal loyalty.