Dr. Michael Krathen, MD

Dermatology*MaleAge 44

Dermatology*

Dr. Michael Krathen, MD is a dermatologist in Needham, MA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Krathen has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision and Skin Conditions. He graduated from University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine in 2007. He is affiliated with Newton-Wellesley Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Michael Krathen, MD

Essential Dermatology

145 Rosemary St Needham, MA 02494
Telehealth availableTelehealth services available
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Accepting new patients

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  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Krathen specializes in the area of Dermatology. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
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Dr. Krathen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Krathen

3.5

25 ratings, 17 with a written review
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Betsy – Feb 12, 2025
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What could be improved
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Dissatisfied Patient – Nov 09, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
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David – Dec 19, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
5 people found this helpful
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Jun 28, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
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Jul 25, 2020
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Julie S. – Jun 20, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
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
10 people found this helpful
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Wrong Diagnosis – Mar 06, 2019
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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
1 person found this helpful
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noeller – Nov 28, 2018
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Natick, MA – Oct 26, 2018
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Sharon, MA – Apr 27, 2016
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Bruce in Weston, MA – Apr 26, 2016
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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
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Wellesley, MA – Apr 15, 2016
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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
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Newton, MA – Apr 15, 2016
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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
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Boston, MA – Mar 22, 2016
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Charlie S. in Newton Center, MA – Mar 16, 2016
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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
  • Long wait times
9 people found this helpful
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Marlborough, MA – Jan 05, 2016
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What went well
No results
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
10 people found this helpful
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Anna in Boston, MA – Nov 07, 2015
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About Me

care philosophy

From the moment you step into our office, youll be greeted and supported by a team of friendly faces who are dedicated to providing you with the best possible experience and results. No matter which questions you may have or which services you...read more

biography

Dr. Krathen is a board-certified dermatologist with over a decade of medical training and experience. As an undergraduate he studied biology and Spanish, graduating summa cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania. He completed medical school...read more
  • Dermatology

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  • Boston University / Tufts Combined Program

    Residency Hospital, 2011
  • Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 2008
  • University Of Pennsylvania Perelman School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2007
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Dermatology®
Dermatology
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Locations

Essential Dermatology

Essential Dermatology - Needham145 Rosemary St Needham, MA 02494
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  • Hours
    • Mon: closed
    • Tue: closed
    • Wed: 7:30am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: closed
    • Fri: closed
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Essential Dermatology

Essential Dermatology220 N Main St Ste 221 Natick, MA 01760
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Newton-Wellesley Hospital

    2014 Washington St
    Newton, MA 02462
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

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

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    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.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

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