Dermatologist
Skin and Cancer Institute - Bakersfield (California Ave.)
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What AI says about Skin.1
We ask the assistants the questions customers actually ask, and record what comes back — quoted verbatim, dated, with the capture kept as evidence.
ChatGPT
Not named
Asked “best dermatologist in Bakersfield”
ChatGPT answered with other businesses. Skin and Cancer Institute - Bakersfield (California Ave.) was not mentioned.
Checked July 16, 2026
Perplexity
Named ✓
Asked “best dermatologist in Bakersfield”
“Completed 3 steps Skin and Cancer Institute - Bakersfield (California Ave.) 4.7 Advanced Dermatology & Cosmetic Care 4.7 California Dermatology Institute 4.7 Bakersfield Dermatology 4.1 Bakersfield Acne Care (by appointmen”
Checked July 22, 2026
Gemini
Not named
Asked “best dermatologist in Bakersfield”
Gemini answered with other businesses. Skin and Cancer Institute - Bakersfield (California Ave.) was not mentioned.
Checked July 16, 2026
Named by 1 of 3 assistants as of July 22, 2026.
Reputation
What they’re known for.2
Drawn from live Google search results — the searches this business surfaces for when people look nearby. What its customers say is a separate read, below.
The Skin and Cancer Institute is best known for its effective dermatology services, with a strong reputation for patient care and thorough treatment options in Bakersfield.
What people keep saying.3
Every review this business has, read and distilled — the mood, the consistent praise, and the recurring complaints.
Patients often appreciate the attentive care provided by Dr. Alan Lien and Dr. Carmelo Díaz, noting their clear communication and empathy. However, experiences can be marred by long wait times and issues with front desk staff, leading to frustration among some visitors.
Consistently praised
Recurring complaints
The bottom line: The Skin and Cancer Institute is known for its skilled dermatologists but struggles with front desk service and appointment management.
The score, explained
Why 48.4
Eight signals make up the AI Score. Weight is how much a signal counts; the score is how this entry measures on it. The same method for every business — never for sale.
Leads all 7 dermatologists in the registry.
Scanned July 16, 2026
What’s holding this entry back: ai visibility and speed & mobile — the signals dragging the score below where the rest of the record sits.
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The facts
Today (Mon) · 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Monday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- SaturdayClosed
- SundayClosed
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Questions
About Skin and Cancer Institute - Bakersfield (California Ave.).
What are the operating hours of the Skin and Cancer Institute - Bakersfield?
The clinic is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and is closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
Does the Skin and Cancer Institute - Bakersfield accept reservations?
The clinic does not accept reservations; patients are seen on a walk-in basis.
What is the address of the Skin and Cancer Institute - Bakersfield?
The clinic is located at 5600 California Ave Ste 103, Bakersfield, CA 93309, USA.
Is parking available at the Skin and Cancer Institute - Bakersfield?
Yes, there is parking available for patients at the clinic.
What services is the Skin and Cancer Institute - Bakersfield known for?
The clinic is known for providing excellent dermatological care, with a focus on clear communication and empathetic treatment from their staff and providers.
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