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Dr. David Gaston, MD

Dr. David Gaston, MD

Dermatology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. David Gaston, MD is a dermatologist in Pensacola, FL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Gaston has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision. He graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in 1988. He is affiliated with HCA Florida West Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 25 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (25 reviews)

Medical Center Clinic

8333 N Davis Hwy Pensacola, FL 32514

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Gaston specializes in the areas of Dermatology & Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews
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Dr. Gaston's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gaston

4.7
25 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 star
92%
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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Dr Gaston is compassionate and knowledgeable
Dr. Gaston is so compassion and knowledgeable. He has given me the option of radiation over MOH’s surgery twice. He explained the outcomes of both and let me make the decision of which way to proceed. His bedside manner is equally fantastic. Even though my issues are minor in the big scheme; he treats me as if I am as important to him as a patient.
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 15, 2025
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Dr. Gaston was very personable. He was thorough and answered all of my questions. Office staff was friendly and very helpful.
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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Mar 11, 2025
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Excellent doctor
Dr Gaston is very friendly and personable. I have gone to his clinic over 15 years now. I have total trust in him.
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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Feb 24, 2025
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Above & Beyond!
In addition to my husband‘s scheduled MOHS procedure, Dr. Gaston observed another couple of spots that just needed freezing, so he took care of those, too. Many doctors would’ve required us to schedule a separate appointment just for that! Dr. Gaston truly cares about his patients. Later that same day, near the end of his office hours, he, and a couple of staff members stayed longer, so he could take care of my husband who ended up bleeding more than expected from the MOHS site. They knew we had to drive all the way back to his office from Pensacola Beach, whereas most doctors would’ve said, “ You’ll need to take him to the emergency room.” ( That has actually happened to us several times!) But NOT Dr. Gaston… He cared enough about his patient, my husband, to stay longer just to attend to my husband’s urgent medical needs. Dr. Gaston is one of those rare doctors who is more than willing to go above and beyond!!!
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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“Coach” & Kim G – Feb 22, 2025
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He does outstanding work!!
Telehealth
Everyone is so kind and helpful.
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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Wayne Glass – Dec 31, 2024
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Very courteous. Explained everything.
Felt relaxed between procedures. Options for dining, etc. , explained. Courteous and helpful staff.
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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Dec 31, 2024
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I Highly Recommend Dr. Gaston and Team!
I went yesterday to Dr. Gaston and his team, to have cancer removed from my face. Naturally, I was nervous, but everyone's professionalism and kindness there gave me peace of mind. I knew I was in great hands!! So, if you have a spot you think may be cancerous, give Dr. Gaston's office a call. Get it over with. Don't put it off like I did. You will be in great hands!
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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Sheryl M. Franks – Nov 13, 2024
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All employees are very professional and friendly. Dr. Gaston is absolutely the best! I’m
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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Major W.T. Farrow USMC ret – Oct 22, 2024
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Best surgeon.
After removing the cancer Dr G. took great pains to skin graft the site. This was my third time and his care and attention to detail is amazing. His nurses are kind and reassuring at what is a scary time.
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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Sep 25, 2024
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I have never been to a doctor's appointment where the doctor actually performed the services on time. Most of the time, I sit for well over a half hour before being seen. Today I was 23 minutes late. The office allows a 15 minute "grace period" so with that period, I was 8 minutes late. The doc refused to see me and tried to reschedule. I said "no." What is good for the goose is good for the gander. Docs constantly overbook and expect their patients to suffer due to their overbooking.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Irvington – Oct 14, 2017
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He is very knowledgeable in kohls procedure. I would never question his experience but he misunderstood me and asked me " do you not know that I know you have had a biopsy, I read your chart you are confusing me he stated". I felt insulted and if course I apologize. I will see him for my six week follow up, but I hope to not see him again. I will stick with mark brown
What went well
  • Office environment
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
2 others found this helpful
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Atlanta, GA – Jun 07, 2017
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About Me

biography

David Gaston, MD

Medical School: Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN

Internship: Internal Medicine Medical College of Virginia, Richmond, VA

Residency: Dermatology University of Missouri Columbia,...
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  • Dermatology

  • Mohs Micrographic Surgery

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  • University Of Missouri Health Sciences Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1997
  • University Of Missouri Health Sciences Center

    Residency Hospital, 1996
  • Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 1989
  • Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Dermatology®
Dermatology
Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery
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Locations

Medical Center Clinic

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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Medical Center Clinic

Office8333 N Davis Hwy Pensacola, FL 32514
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • HCA Florida West Hospital

    8383 N Davis Hwy
    Pensacola, FL 32514
    Recipient of 10
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

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