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Dr. Joshua Wharton, MD

Dr. Joshua Wharton, MD

Dermatology*

Dr. Joshua Wharton, MD is a dermatologist in Guntersville, AL. Dr. Wharton has extensive experience in Cosmetic Skin Procedures and Skin Cancer & Excision. He is affiliated with Marshall Medical Center South. He is accepting new patients.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Practice

2307 Homer Clayton Dr Guntersville, AL 35976
(256) 571-8770

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Wharton specializes in the areas of Dermatology & Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Wharton's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Wharton

3.6
22 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 star
59%
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4 star
5%
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3 star
5%
5%
2 star
5%
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1 star
27%
27%

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Best Dermatologist!
Dr Wharton and staff are the absolute best!
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
Helpful
Feb 20, 2024
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Does Dr. Wharton exist?
I, and my GP, grew concerned by a 'spot' on my arm. I decided to seek the advice of Dr. Wharton's office. After 3 visits (and a biopsy) I had yet to see Dr. Wharton. Apparently office visits are conducted by his CRNP...including any preliminary visit. How well versed in dermatology are his CRNP? Incidentally I have since conversed with 3 other patients of Dr. Wharton who also had NEVER seen Dr. Wharton. Forget this guy and find another Dermatologist in either Huntsville or Birmingham.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Dec 23, 2023
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Good Doctor-bad staff
I have used his services for many years . Recently, his staff must have changed. I go at least twice a year because of several bouts of basil cancer. Staff did not contact me back after getting the biopsy. I called them after not hearing back, and the office staff(not nurse) read it to me over the phone. I asked to have an appointment to see about mohls surgery, and I had to call back-several times. I have tried to coordinate mohls surgery with Dr. Wharton and repair with a plastic surgeon-something I have done before in the past with little difficulty. They will not contact the other doctor. When I contacted Dr Wharton's office today to try to get them to coordinate surgery, they said I could try to leave a message with Dr. Warton's nurse, that she had people lined out the door and no time to do it. Also, Dr Wharton's office will not even send a biopsy to the plastic surgeon. I really like Dr Wharton. However, I am not sure what has happened with his staff.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Was a Client – Jan 05, 2023
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Very friendly, answered all questions. Did wonderful work.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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May 22, 2020
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Dr. Wharton makes you feel like you are the only patient he has, takes time to explain each detail, very caring person... I have had 4 skin cancers that required office surgery, all healed perfect. I have a 6 month check up yearly.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
5 others found this helpful
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Joe Baggett – Sep 14, 2019
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Dr. Wharton always takes time to answer questions. He has treated me for several minor issues with very good results. He makes an unpleasant trip to the doctor bearable. Very thorough and exceptional calming demeanor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
5 others found this helpful
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Amy in Guntersville – Apr 20, 2018
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I would not recommend this physician under any circumstances. It takes forever to get appointments. I have been going there for several years now and have never seen the doctor. Two weeks ago I called during office hours to get an appointment. The call went to voice mail. I left a message stating that I needed an appointment and left my name and number for them to call me. I have not heard from them. I will not be going back.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
7 others found this helpful
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Thomas Howell in Albertville, Alabama – Apr 16, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. Joshua Wharton, MD is a dermatologist in Guntersville, AL. Dr. Wharton has extensive experience in Cosmetic Skin Procedures and Skin Cancer & Excision. He is affiliated with Marshall Medical Center South. He is accepting new patients.

  • Dermatology

  • Dermatologic Surgery

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American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Dermatology®
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Dermatology
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Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Marshall Medical Center North2307 Homer Clayton Dr Guntersville, AL 35976
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Marshall Medical Center South

    2505 US Highway 431
    Boaz, AL 35957

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

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