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Sakeen W. Kashem
4.8 out of 5 (125)
Sakeen W. Kashem

Sakeen W. Kashem, MD, PhD

Dermatology

Dermatology at Bayfront
520 Illinois St.,
San Francisco, CA 94158
+1 more location
4.8 out of 5 (125)
Virtual visits available
4.8 out of 5 (125)
Virtual visits available
Dermatology at Bayfront
520 Illinois St.,
San Francisco, CA 94158
+1 more location

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Dr. Sakeen W. Kashem cares for adults with skin conditions or concerns, including aging skin, skin infections, inflammatory or autoimmune skin diseases, skin cancers, and conditions that cause itching or pain. He also cares for veterans with skin diseases at the San Francisco Veterans Affairs Medical Center.

Kashem's research explores the connection between the immune system and how we experience itch and pain. He also studies how the nervous system influences our immune response and ability to fight off cancer. His team has a particular focus on understanding how these interactions change as we age, aiming to improve treatments for skin diseases and quality of life for people who have them.

Kashem earned his medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School. He also has a doctorate in immunology from the University of Minnesota. He completed a residency in dermatology at UCSF and is currently a postdoctoral research fellow in neuroanatomy. In addition to patient care and research, he takes pride in educating future dermatologists.

  • Board Certifications

    American Board of Dermatology, Dermatology

  • Residencies

    UCSF Graduate Medical Education, Dermatology

  • Internship

    University of Texas Southwestern Medical Ctr GME, Internal Medicine

  • Degree

    MD, University of Minnesota Medical School

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Where I see patients (2)

    My reviews

    4.8

    Overall Experience
    125 Ratings
    About our process
    Nov 03, 2025
    Dr. Kashem has consistently been great to work with, as have his team members.
    Sep 11, 2025
    My doctor was very thorough and thoughtful throughout my visit. He explained his rationale for doing the biopsies and was very reassuring about the potential results. I've already recommended him to my co-workers and adult sons.
    Aug 28, 2025
    Dr. Kashem was very good!
    Jul 10, 2025
    Dr. Kashem listened to my concerns and answered all my questions without rushing me. I was so impressed since in the past other doctors at this practice were not so thorough. I highly recommend Dr. Kashem. He is an asset to the practice.
    Jul 05, 2025
    This Dr was very patient and approachable, with no pressure of any time constraint. I felt like his only patient, and came home with information and suggestions to improve my condition.
    Jul 03, 2025
    Extremely efficient, informative, professional in every way. Just what I would hope for in this kind of visit.
    Jun 05, 2025
    Dr was great! Made me feel good about the condition of my skin
    May 23, 2025
    He gives me hope to find a definitive diagnosis on my medical condition.
    Apr 07, 2025
    Dr. Kashem is the best best best best!!
    Apr 03, 2025
    I was very pleased!
    Mar 13, 2025
    I was incredibly impressed with my provider! He also made me feel very comfortable and heard. I felt like I was in good hands, and like I am finally making the right progress in my health journey. Very kind, attentive listening, I didn't feel rushed and felt very cared for and involved in my treatment. I couldn't recommend him enough!!
    Mar 13, 2025
    Dr Kashem is the absolute best. One of the kindest and most knowledgeable doctors I have ever experienced.
    Feb 01, 2025
    Doctor Kashem was friendly and efficient. He made me feel my treatment was important to him. I appreciate him being on time too!
    Jan 23, 2025
    Excellent experience extremely thoughtful, knowledgeable, compassionate. I felt in good hands
    Nov 21, 2024
    I would rate the provider more than "5" if I could.
    Nov 07, 2024
    Great " bedside manner".. I felt he cared and/or was interested.
    Nov 01, 2024
    He knew my issue and listened
    Oct 19, 2024
    Dr. Kashem has a calm caring manner and generally seems interested in my total well-being. Despite the whack-a-mole situation with my skin lesions, I look forward to seeing him.
    Sep 26, 2024
    Everyone was absolutely lovely, from the front desk staff to the nurse/ assistant to the Dr.
    Jun 28, 2024
    I have been so appreciative of how respectful and intelligent this physician seems to be, and I leave every appointment feeling very cared for and with some hope that I will be able to get better
    Jun 15, 2024
    It was a pleasure to meet Dr. Kashem. He was in my estimation, an excellent doctor. He was very thorough, and very well-informed in his expertise. He explained things to me in a way I could easily understand, and seemed very caring as well. These are high attributes which Dr. Kashem surely deserves. I was very pleased to have met him and to be the recipient of his kind assistance.
    May 23, 2024
    The provider's interest in my comfort and well being was superb and solutions were worth extra effort on his part.. My gratitude for being heard.
    May 09, 2024
    The nurse was really nice and the doctor was great. I put his contact in my phone and will definitely call him next time. I need a dermatologist.
    Apr 20, 2024
    He said he could do nothing about growing moles, or cherry angiomas. I was disappointed to hear that. He said they were "signs of wisdom" though. He did address the KP by calling in an RX of Amlactin, and the seborrheic dermatitis with special shampoo, also called into the pharmacy.
    Apr 20, 2024
    Very good experience from start to finish with Dr. Kashem.
    Apr 18, 2024
    It felt rushed. My provider was already standing up and getting ready to leave as I was asking questions.
    Apr 04, 2024
    100% great care.
    Mar 08, 2024
    Dr Kashem is the absolute best. His extensive knowledge combined with his very empathetic Disposition makes him an exceptional physician.
    Mar 08, 2024
    Knowledgable, considerate and friendly

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