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Dr. Carol Trakimas, DO

Dr. Carol Trakimas, DO

Dermatology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Carol Trakimas, DO is a dermatologist in Goldsboro, NC and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Trakimas has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision. She graduated from PHILADELPHIA COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE in 1992. She is affiliated with UNC Health Wayne. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 42 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (42 reviews)

Forefront Dermatology - Goldsboro

2613 Hospital Rd Goldsboro, NC 27534
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Trakimas specializes in the area of Dermatology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews
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Dr. Trakimas' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Trakimas

3.9

42 ratings, 26 with a written review
5 Star
67%
67%
4 Star
2%
2%
3 Star
5%
5%
2 Star
7%
7%
1 Star
19%
19%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 22, 2025
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Mar 08, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 31, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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July 2024 annual checkup. – Jul 24, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Elaine – Apr 26, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 17, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Oct 05, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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R.Rogerson – Jul 28, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Linda Wells – Mar 30, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Susan Bossert – Feb 01, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 17, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 16, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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May 27, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
John Sproston – Oct 07, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
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Feb 19, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 28, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Jim – Nov 04, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
May 25, 2019
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Raleigh, NC – May 24, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Suzanne in Raleigh, NC – Dec 30, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

I cannot live without holistically caring for patients and making a significant impact on their lives. The gift of practicing dermatology allows for detecting skin cancers, diagnosing difficult life-altering rashes, and enhancing the appearance...read more

biography

Dr. Carol Trakimas is a medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatologist with over 20 years of experience. Dr. Trakimas specializes in acne care and complexion blending, skin cancer detection, and treatment as well as the diagnosis and management...read more
  • Dermatology

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  • Nat'l Capital Consortium|walter Reed Army Medical Center

    Residency Hospital
  • Walter Reed Army Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1993
  • Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Dermatology®
Dermatology
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  • North Carolina Dermatology Association, Member

  • Association of Military Dermatologist, Member

  • American Academy of Dermatology, Fellow

  • Clinical and Histologic Findings in Temporal Triangular Alopecia, 1993

  • Temporal Triangular Alopecia Acquired in Adulthood, 1999

  • Coin for Excellence: Presented by the Supreme Allied Commander Europe: General George Joulwan, Mons, Belgium, 1994

  • Army Achievement Medal: Lukavac Bosnia: For meritorious achievement while serving in Operation Joint Endeavor., 1996

  • Top 3 Dermatologist of Raleigh Award, 2016

  • Top Dermatologist USA, 2013,14

  • Doctor’s Choice Award Top Dermatologist, 2015

  • Outstanding Young Woman of America Award/Scholarship, Buffalo, NY, 1983-85

  • New Beauty Magazine Top Beauty Doctor., 2016,17

  • Teacher of the Year: Presented by the Family Practice Department, Woman Army Medical Center, Ft. Bragg, NC, 2000

  • Full Scholarship and Stipend for Graduate Studies at the Roswell Park Memorial Institute, Buffalo, NY, 1984-85

  • Excellence Award from Upjohn Pharmaceutical Company for Scientific Research, creation of the first directory of research activities of Osteopathic Medical Schools, Philadelphia, PA, 1993

  • William H. Dickerson Memorial Award: Excellence Aware for Exceptional Competence in Infectious Disease. Philadelphia, PA., 1993

  • Army Commendation Medal: SHAPE Health Care Facility: For meritorious duty while serving at the SHAPE Health Care Facility., 1993-95

  • Army Achievement Medal: Walter Reed Army Medical Center: For meritorious achievement for receiving the highest overall score for clinical rotations in the Intern Class of 1993., 1993

  • Expert Injector Award New Beauty Magazine, 2016

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Locations

Forefront Dermatology - Goldsboro

Carol Trakimas, DO2613 Hospital Rd Goldsboro, NC 27534
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UNC Health Wayne

    2700 Wayne Memorial Dr
    Goldsboro, NC 27534

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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