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Highlander Dermatology & Aesthetic Center

Dermatologist · Milwaukee, WI · reviewed since 2018

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 64%94+59.7Reliability 28%92+26Replies to reviews 8%48+4Experts Score= 90Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.90SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#7 of 20 skin care clinicsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 68%
4.9 ★★★★★ 1,081 Google reviews · 24 photos
97%five-star reviews
4.91★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
1.3%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
21%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Highlander Dermatology & Aesthetic Center at a glance

Reviewers frequently praise the clinic's thorough explanations, friendly staff, and efficient care for services like skin cancer screenings, warts, and cosmetic procedures. Patients often highlight the personalized attention and clear communication provided during appointments. Common criticisms involve administrative issues, including billing difficulties, insurance verification errors, and occasional long wait times or equipment malfunctions.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 1,081 reviews (97% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 1,081 Google reviews (781 with written comments, 3 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 21% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 29, 2026.
  • Service: Skin Care Clinic serving Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Data from Google, last updated November 1, 2026.

Score profile vs other skin care clinics

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and satisfaction; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction94Reliability92Craft & service–Value–Momentum100Replies to reviews48Satisfaction: 94 (median 90)Reliability: 92 (median 88)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 48 (median 57)
This companySkin Care Clinics median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Highlander Dermatology & Aesthetic Center: 94/100 on this factor. Category median: 90.A
94
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Highlander Dermatology & Aesthetic Center: 92/100 on this factor. Category median: 88.A
92
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 96.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 90.–
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MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Highlander Dermatology & Aesthetic Center: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Highlander Dermatology & Aesthetic Center: 48/100 on this factor. Category median: 57.C
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Star ratings

1,081 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars1,05397%
  • 4 stars172%
  • 3 stars20%
  • 2 stars10%
  • 1 star81%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 781 written reviews

  • Praise1,09799%
  • Complaints91%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude47143%
  • Would recommend17416%
  • Quality & results16515%
  • Speed & response12611%
  • Communication11410%
  • Honesty & trust424%
  • Price & value141%

What customers talk about

We read 781 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Friendly staff and excellent care from Dr Straka as well as Alysa C.”
  • “I would highly recommend Highlander Dermatology and Dr Kleven!”
    “…last visit on the Waukesha office, everything was all the oposite, I don't recommend him.…”
  • “I received a thorough body check for lesions, pre-cancerous tissue, and other age-related bumps.”
    “He also helped with my horrible rosacea I was struggling with and cleared outbreaks.”
  • “She's honest, efficient and shows genuine care to her patients.”
  • “Took her time and walked me through each step of her process.”
  • “They both put me at ease and genuinely cared about my experience from start to finish.”
    “She straight up LIED to me.”
  • “I would definitely recommend them for great care and fair prices!”
    “I’m pretty sure that’s against the law to sell samples full price that have been used.”

People customers mention

  • Straka 216 reviews
  • Kleven 137 reviews
  • Nelson 22 reviews
  • Courtney 16 reviews
  • Bradley 15 reviews
  • Papp 15 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

Carmen1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 days ago★★★★★

Friendly staff and excellent care from Dr Straka as well as Alysa C. ! Very knowlegeable about specific health concerns that I have that put my nervous mind to rest.

Al13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 3 days ago★★★★★

Dr. Bradley Straka and his team are tremendous health care providers. Sun damage skin and face specialists. Great !

Karen2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 days ago★★★★★

They are very thorough in explanations and kind. They put you at ease during procedures. So glad I went there.

Марія7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★

A wonderful clinic with a team of highly professional specialists, a qualified doctor, and an individualized approach to every patient. Highly recommend!

Michele4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★

Dr. Kleven is the consummate professional. Took her time and walked me through each step of her process.

Craig3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★

I have 40 years in the sun as a construction worker... Melissa is thorough and wonderful to work with.

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 1,081 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Carmen Berte1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Carmen has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Friendly staff and excellent care from Dr Straka as well as Alysa C. ! Very knowlegeable about specific health concerns that I have that put my nervous mind to rest.

Response from the owner · 22 hours ago

Thank you for the 5-stars Carmen!

Al Thompson13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Al has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Dr. Bradley Straka and his team are tremendous health care providers. Sun damage skin and face specialists. Great !

Response from the owner · 3 months ago

Thank you!

Karen Nowak2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Karen has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

They are very thorough in explanations and kind. They put you at ease during procedures. So glad I went there.

Response from the owner · 5 days ago

Thank you for your review!

Марія Михайленко7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Марія has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

A wonderful clinic with a team of highly professional specialists, a qualified doctor, and an individualized approach to every patient. Highly recommend!

Response from the owner · a week ago

Thank you !

Michele Griffin4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Michele has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Dr. Kleven is the consummate professional. Took her time and walked me through each step of her process.

Response from the owner · a week ago

Thank you Michele!

Joseph Kapustanczek5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Joseph has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Friendly staff and quick efficient care.

Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Thank you for the 5stars!

Guy Novak2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Guy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

All of the medical personnel I spoke with and who treated me were fantastic.

Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Thank you Guy!

Craig Royske3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Craig has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I have 40 years in the sun as a construction worker... Melissa is thorough and wonderful to work with.

Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Thank you!

Joanne SmithLocal Guide · 16 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Joanne has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Tracy Nelson is the ultimate professional. I trust her with my skin needs. She's honest, efficient and shows genuine care to her patients.

Response from the owner · 6 months ago

Joanne, thank you for the 5 stars

C.M. MuharLocal Guide · 19 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews C.M. has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I received a thorough body check for lesions, pre-cancerous tissue, and other age-related bumps. Melissa explained what she was looking for/at, and treated all areas of concern. The whole staff was friendly and knowledgeable!

Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago

Thank you for the review!

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