Best Dermatologists in Wichita, KS (2026): Compared

Finding the best dermatologist in Wichita is one problem. Getting an appointment with one is a second, harder problem.

The best dermatologist for you is board-certified, treats your specific problem, takes your insurance, and can see you in a reasonable time. This guide compares the best dermatologists in Wichita on those points, using facts each practice publishes.

Below, you'll find how we compared the practices, a side-by-side table of the five most visible Wichita practices, how to check a dermatologist's credentials, and what to do when the practice you want is booked for months.

How did we compare Wichita dermatologists?

We compared practices on board certification, services offered, published prices, insurance information, and availability. No practice paid to appear. Google ratings and new-patient waits are still being collected by phone, so they're marked as pending rather than guessed.

Star ratings alone don't tell you much. One Reddit thread on choosing a dermatologist separated "positive reviews" from real "success stories" and put credentials and specialty first. We agree, so our criteria, in order, are:

1. Board certification of the physicians, checked against the certifying board.
2. Services that match what you need (skin cancer, Mohs, children, cosmetic).
3. Availability: accepting new patients, and how soon. Not yet verified
4. Price transparency: does the practice publish its fees?
5. Insurance: does the practice say which plans it takes?
6. Reviews, weighted by review count. Not yet verified

Which are the best dermatology practices in Wichita?

Five practices lead Wichita's search results: Wichita Dermatology & Aesthetics, Heartland Dermatology, The Dermatology Clinic, P.A., U.S. Dermatology Partners, and Wichita Skin & Mohs. All five offer medical dermatology. They differ on Mohs surgery, published prices, and insurance details.

Sorted by prominence in Wichita Google results, not a ranking of the best dermatologists. Sources: each practice's website and provider pages; Heartland price list; checked September 2026. Board status stated in bios still needs checking against the certifying boards.

Wichita Dermatology & Aesthetics

Two Wichita offices, east and north-west. The team lists 7 clinical providers plus 2 estheticians. Landon M. Johnson, MD, FAAD, is board-certified in both dermatology and Mohs (micrographic) surgery. Services run from skin cancer and Mohs to lasers, injectables and miraDry for sweating. Phone: (316) 682-7546.

Heartland Dermatology

A regional group whose website mentions 17 locations across the region, with east and west Wichita offices. Heartland is the one top Wichita practice that publishes a fee list, with new-patient visits at $122.47 to $289.56. Jace Rickstrew, MD, performs Mohs surgery. Phone: (316) 612-1833.

The Dermatology Clinic, P.A.

In practice since 1932, with 2 Wichita offices and a Derby office. The clinic's site states it accepts "Medicare and most major insurance plans," the clearest insurance statement among the five. It offers medical, surgical and cosmetic care, plus phototherapy. Phone: (316) 247-6451.

U.S. Dermatology Partners Wichita

Part of a national dermatology group, at 3730 N Ridge Rd. Its Wichita page advertises that it's accepting new patients. Kristen Ochsner, PA-C, is listed for cosmetic care such as Botox and fillers. Phone: (316) 500-7207.

Wichita Skin & Mohs

A practice on N Amidon offering medical, cosmetic and Mohs dermatology for the whole family. Hours are Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. Phone: (316) 400-5090.

Which Wichita dermatologist is best for your situation?

Match the practice to your problem. For skin cancer on the face, pick a practice with a Mohs surgeon. For price certainty, Heartland publishes fees. For Medicare, The Dermatology Clinic states it accepts it. For children, confirm the provider sees kids before booking.

When people search for the best dermatologist in Wichita, they often want a woman dermatologist or a provider experienced with darker skin. We cover both, with named providers, in our guides to female dermatologists in Wichita and skin of color dermatology.

How do I know if a dermatologist is good?

Check three things: board certification, experience with your specific problem, and how the visit feels. A good dermatologist asks about your history, examines the skin in question, explains the diagnosis, and gives you a plan with a follow-up. Read reviews for detail.

How do I check a dermatologist's board certification?

Look the physician up on the certifying board's site. MDs are certified by the American Board of Dermatology, and DOs by the American Osteopathic Board of Dermatology. "FAAD" means a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology.

Physician assistants (PA-C) and nurse practitioners (APRN, FNP-C) aren't dermatologists, but they see patients at every Wichita practice above. Their credentials are checked through the NCCPA (for PAs) and the Kansas State Board of Nursing (for nurse practitioners).

How do reviews help you find the best dermatologist?

Read reviews for specifics: "thorough," "explained everything," "not rushed," or the opposite. A 4.9 from 20 reviews tells you less than a 4.7 from 800. Look at how the practice replies to complaints.

What if the best dermatologist in Wichita can't see you for months?

Call several practices, ask for the earliest opening with any provider, and join every cancellation list. Waits are the most common complaint about Wichita dermatology. Your primary care doctor can mark a referral urgent if a spot is changing or a rash is spreading.

A post on r/wichita sums it up. Someone asked for a good dermatologist who can see them within 2 weeks. A commenter suggested Heartland; the reply was that new-patient visits there weren't open for months. Another commenter said it had taken them six months to get in.

What helps when the best dermatologists in Wichita are booked:

• Ask about PAs and nurse practitioners. Their schedules often open sooner.
• Name your problem. A changing mole is triaged differently from a routine check.
• Try every office of a practice, not just the closest one.
• Look outside the city. See our Derby dermatology guide.
• Ask what the first visit will cost. Our dermatologist cost guide lists Wichita fees.

Can a dermatologist treat eczema?

Yes. Dermatologists diagnose and treat eczema, from creams and moisturizing routines to light therapy and newer prescription medicines for severe cases. Every practice in this comparison treats eczema. For treatment options and what to expect, see our eczema treatment guide.

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