Kanade Shinkai

MD

Dermatologist

Dr. Kanade Shinkai is a dermatologist with expertise in caring for hospitalized, systemically ill patients. She sees patients with all types of skin disease but specializes in complex conditions, particularly autoimmune and autoinflammatory skin disorders.

In her research, Shinkai studies immunologic and inflammatory skin diseases.

  • Education

    UCSF School of Medicine, 2004

  • Board Certifications

    Dermatology, American Board of Dermatology

  • Academic Title

    Professor

I am committed to working in partnership with each patient to meet individual needs and also to providing evidence-based treatments.

Conditions I specialize in

Where I see patients (2)

    My reviews

    4.9

    Overall Experience
    384 Ratings
    About our process
    Sep 28, 2024
    I talk up Dr Shinkai to all my friends!
    Sep 26, 2024
    Dr. Shinkai is one of the most respectful, caring and knowledgeable physicians I have ever had.
    Sep 21, 2024
    Good
    Sep 12, 2024
    She is the BEST!
    Aug 30, 2024
    I have excellent care from my care provider
    Aug 24, 2024
    Dr. Shinkai is a true physician and I don't believe her practice is easy to get into. Understandable.
    Aug 23, 2024
    Dr. Shinkai was very thorough, easy to talk with. I would highly recommend her to friends looking for a dermatologist!
    Aug 22, 2024
    Dr Shinkai is excellent.
    Aug 16, 2024
    Love dr Shinkai
    Aug 07, 2024
    My doctor listens and treats me very well and does not go overboard on treatments and is keeping me from developing serious skin cancers.
    Aug 07, 2024
    Dr. Shinkai is always exceptional in care, thoroughness and thoughtfulness. My own visit required more time, for example, for a biopsy. I strongly preferred to have this done at the same visit rather than scheduling (and delaying) for a return visit. This, in turn, meant that she was then running further behind. She is such an asset to UCSF and is not unique in always taking the time medically needed for each patient. Hoping that attention to provider feedback is also prioritized.
    Aug 07, 2024
    I appreciate it that she made the effort to order labs to help monitor me and she got back to me about it right away. I also appreciate it that she seemed thorough in her check of my body. She was pleasant and if I had more questions - would likely be willing to answer them.
    Aug 06, 2024
    The doctor was very meticulous in the examination. It was a full body exam with "no stone left unturned."
    Aug 04, 2024
    Dr Shinkai seemed to be in a rush and didn't explain the risks and side effects of the treatment even though her notes in my medical records state that she did.
    Jun 28, 2024
    Dr Shinkai is kind and listens to me, and shoes concern for my concerns
    Jun 27, 2024
    Very thorough and professional. Answers all questions patiently. I trust this doctor.
    Jun 13, 2024
    Dr. Shinkai was excellent. She took time to answer my questions & seemed concerned about my health.
    Jun 13, 2024
    Very thoughful and sympathetic and patient in responding to my questions about non medical approaches (diet/nutrition)
    Jun 13, 2024
    Very good
    Jun 04, 2024
    Dr. S is a brilliant and caring professional. She should be giving lessons to some others in Dermatology. Superior care from this fine Doctor.
    Jun 03, 2024
    The treatment for my problem was new to me. The doctor spent a lot of time explaining the options and why she recommended this particular treatment (a powerful topical cream). When I picked up the prescription & read the accompanying detailed information on how to use it, it tallied PRECISELY with what the doctor told me.
    Jun 01, 2024
    One of the best experiences I've had with a doctor. She came prepared, listened and was thorough.
    May 24, 2024
    Dr Shinkai is tops.
    May 24, 2024
    Love Dr shinkai
    May 23, 2024
    Dr. Shinkai is the best.
    May 06, 2024
    I see Dr. Fox regularly, but loved my appointment with Dr. Shinkai.
    Apr 26, 2024
    Absolutely amazing
    Mar 26, 2024
    Excellent care!
    Mar 21, 2024
    Dr. Skinkai is amazing
    Mar 21, 2024
    Dr. Shinkai is "the best"!!!
    Mar 10, 2024
    Great
    Mar 07, 2024
    Provider is efficient and quick but she was a bit in too much of a hurry
    Jan 09, 2024
    Dr. Shinkai is excellent.
    Dec 29, 2023
    Could not have been better and more informative,
    Dec 29, 2023
    Dr Shinkai is N excellent physician
    Dec 22, 2023
    Dr. Shinkai is a super star! The best dermatologist I have ever had the privilege to have overlooking my skin care.
    Dec 16, 2023
    Outstanding physician!
    Dec 14, 2023
    Dr. Shinkai was excellent. Very professional & had a lot of patience.
    Dec 05, 2023
    Dr Shinkai is the best. Competent and trustworthy. At the top of her field. And, caring, relational, respectful, reassuring. I feelSo fortunate and grateful to be in her care
    Dec 05, 2023
    Exceptional care
    Nov 30, 2023
    Great
    Nov 09, 2023
    Dr shinkai is exceptionally caring, informed and treats me like a partner in my care. I always leave my appointments with her feeling so grateful she's my doctor.
    Oct 28, 2023
    Clinician very professional but arm engaging and excellent exam she manner. Painless biopsy. Next day feedback on results and plan
    Oct 28, 2023
    My doctor was very professional, knowledgeable and supportive
    Oct 13, 2023
    Dr Shinkai is outstanding
    Oct 05, 2023
    Amazing support from care provider. One of the most caring physicians I have ever seen
    Oct 05, 2023
    Great experience with the entire team, especially Dr Shinkai.
    Oct 03, 2023
    My overall experience with Dr Shinkai has been excellent
    Oct 01, 2023
    My physician visit was very quick. Not a lot of time examining or discussing options.
    Sep 29, 2023
    Dr. Shinkai is awesome. No ands ifs or buts.
    Sep 14, 2023
    Excellent
    Sep 14, 2023
    Dr Shinkai is a star! Feel very lucky to have her involved in my care.
    Aug 31, 2023
    I had an excellent experience From the moment I arrived.
    Aug 31, 2023
    The physician showed significant knowledge about my condition as well as the significance of the medication I take that can exacerbate my condition. I feel like my physician understands my concerns, understands how to treat me, and I left my appointment feeling like I was in expert hands.
    Aug 24, 2023
    So respectful
    Aug 17, 2023
    Extraordinary professional
    Aug 10, 2023
    Dr Shinkai always listens, discusses my issues, always seems to have ideas/options for sunscreen, etc. Such a calm demeanor
    Aug 08, 2023
    She's the best I've seen in your clinic
    Jul 24, 2023
    Dr. Shinkai has been an excellent doctor for me. I credit her with helping keep skin cancer at a low level for me over the years I have been her patient.
    Jul 13, 2023
    Dr. Shenkai was excellent in her careful examination, and expertise, her kind sympathy, and gentleness careful instruction, warning, and friendliness.
    Jul 01, 2023
    Dr. Shinkai is warm, friendly and very efficient. I feel she is very knowledgeable and up to date.
    Jun 15, 2023
    Dr Shinkai was very knowledgeable about my condition and her diagnosis and prescriptions were perfect.
    Jun 15, 2023
    Dr. Shinkai is an excellent physician, in every regard.
    Jun 13, 2023
    Simply the best!
    Jun 03, 2023
    On time, great doctor, radiates competence, friendly, provides good information and good communications.
    May 20, 2023
    I noted a significant rash.discoloration On returning from appt that had not been covered in exam. I sent photo to MD who promptly replied that it had been noted and did not need treatment. I would have liked a name for this and how to get rid of it cosmetically if not medicallythen I could look into it further
    May 18, 2023
    Kanade Shinkai is AMAZING.
    Apr 18, 2023
    My doctor was the best I have ever had anywhere
    Apr 13, 2023
    Very happy with the care
    Apr 13, 2023
    A few non-prescription OTC recommendations were made, I did not take notes, and didn't receive follow up on what those OTC medications were. It would be helpful to have received a note summarizing those, or perhaps having them entered into my patient portal.
    Apr 02, 2023
    I was so very impressed with the care and interest in finding andwers to my problem
    Apr 01, 2023
    My care provider was thoroughly professional and knowledgeable and made me feel confident that I was receiving the best care possible.
    Mar 30, 2023
    Dr. Shinkai is an exceptional physician. I travel a considerable distance (5 hours each way) to see her for my dermatology care. I am extremely confident in her care and treatment plans.
    Mar 29, 2023
    One of the best experiences I've ever had with a physician
    Mar 21, 2023
    I may have asked about topical medication in lieu of visiting a cosmetic dermatologist or over-the-counter drugs. Did not get my question answered. I was hoping that the lesions I was concerned about would be frozen/burned/treated on the spot. Instead, I have to go to another provider for care.
    Mar 18, 2023
    Very knowledgeable, very professional
    Feb 27, 2023
    Dr. Qas going to call me with biopsy results but I have not heard from her, somewhat disappointed.
    Feb 10, 2023
    I have only seen this care provider once so it is hard to evaluate whether I would refer them to others.
    Feb 08, 2023
    All of my concerns were listened to and addressed to my full satisfaction.
    Feb 07, 2023
    I would sing her praises from the rooftop but no one could get an appointment
    Jan 31, 2023
    dr. Shinkai is one of the best doctors I've had at UCSF. She is excellent at what she does. She is caring and keeps an eye not only on her area of expertise but overall health.
    Jan 27, 2023
    Thank you Dr Shakai, I will return for sure!
    Jan 24, 2023
    Dr Shinkai is an excellent physician.
    Dec 31, 2022
    I am very grateful for being attributed to this provider. Not only did she took the time to explain me my condition so I can manage better it on the long run, but she also took the time to treat something that I hadn't planned to bring up and hadn't thought was important. Thanks to her my issues have improved within two days of our appointment!
    Dec 29, 2022
    Terrific bed side manner and wonderfully informative.
    Dec 22, 2022
    We have been trying to eliminate my disabled daughter's rash that started around her GTube since last spring and most treatments didn't work. Some worked briefly but did not entirely clear it up. The 3 ointments Dr. Shinkai prescribed (telling us to mix them together just before applying them) have cleared up almost all the rash in less than a week. We are so relieved and thankful. My daughter is more comfortable than she has been in many months.
    Dec 19, 2022
    Dr Shinkai is a great listener. We have great conversations regarding my treatment progress, or lack of. She answers all my questions and we discuss potential options and we choose what's we feel is best to pursue.
    Dec 10, 2022
    Dr Shinkai is the best!! The insurance or UCSF rules about a 10 minute visit are ridiculous. It is impossible to get a full body check by the dermatologist in 10 minutes. She needs to have more time to look at you and evaluate your condition. I feel that she was pressed for time and gave the best exam she could, under the time limit.
    Dec 07, 2022
    I like that she fully explains the pros and cons of options and why she is deciding to pursue one course of treatment
    Dec 01, 2022
    She is so professional and so friendly, Thanks so much!
    Nov 24, 2022
    I was in great discomfort and was so glad that my doctor was able to connect me with this wonderful dermatologist.
    Nov 24, 2022
    I have already referred others to Dr. Shinkai and will continue to do so.
    Nov 22, 2022
    Dr. Shinkai answered all my numerous questions, for which I was grateful. She also gave me a referral to a derm surgeon for a problem that was bothering me. Excellent visit.
    Nov 19, 2022
    Dr. Shinkai is always very efficient, to the point, with ease of my understanding recommendations for treatment and follow up visits.
    Nov 17, 2022
    Dr. Shinkai was very professional, thorough, a good listener, and answered all my questions.

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