Dr. Ballin has been my primary care doctor for almost two decades. I give him most of the credit for keeping me in good health. I never feel rushed or unappreciated. When a referral to a specialist is required, I have been completely satisfied with his choices. read more

Dr. Ballin became my Primary care physician a few years ago when I decided it was time I broke down and got a thorough physical exam by an internist, having previously just been getting yearly well-woman checks for many years. Since I work in the medical field myself, I am privy to who the great doctors are in the area, who the merely good doctors are and also who the not-so-good doctors are. Across the board, both the professional and layperson opinions of Dr. Ballin were always the very best. I find him to be thorough and extremely knowledgeable and I've always felt listened to during my visits. I've never felt rushed and have always felt well taken care of. I whole-heartedly recommend Dr. Ballin to any patient desiring a top-drawer internal medicine physician. read more

I've been a patient of Dr. Ballin now for about 7 years. I have never felt rushed or improperly cared for, and I am the worst kind of patient who usually calls last minute, for a walk-in appointment when something is really bad (once every other year or so) Now that I am turning 40, and playing the back 9, I promised my wife I'd go in for annual physicals. He is a 5 star doctor. That being said, I miss the office staff he once had. Josie his current receptionist has a dismissive and condescending attitude for which I docked one star. read more

Dr. Ballin is not only the best, kindest and smartest doctor I have ever known in my 61 years, he is also a wonderful person with a kind heart and a caring personality. If you want an attentive doctor that really cares about you, your health and family, please go see Dr. Ballin. read more

Grossly overcharges vulnerable, unsuspecting patients and illegally inflates the actual time billed. Seriously, $681 an hour + $483 for IN-HOUSE screenings, neither of which will even come close to being compensated by even the best insurance coverage. They are only in it for the money, will treat you like a second class human being and then slam you with an outrageous bill at the end. Even my attorney, who I am now retaining to file suit, doesn't charge these racketeer rates. My records were released to a referring doctor PRIOR to my consent and this gross over billing are just a few of the discrepancies we have documented. Do yourself a favor, go see Dr. Bruce Steinberg right down the road in Encino, and I promise you will have a much more pleasant experience!!! He and his staff are absolutely the best! read more

Dr. Ballin has been my physician for over 25 years. He and his staff are comforting, gentle and care! Dr. Ballin always returns calls and takes the time to explain and go over any needed options. If you want a Dr. with all the best qualities I would have him check you out!! read more

Hands-down the best doctor around he personally calls you back when you need a recommendation for a specialist when I thought I might've had Covid and couldn't leave to get an anti-nausea medication he literally dropped it off at my driveway on his way home from work an old fashion doctor kind you don't find anymore they go out of their way to personally make each patient feel that they're not just a number! read more

I was a patient of Dr. Ballin's for several years (about 3). I was somewhat satisfied with his service - not thrilled, not dissatisfied. I generally just have to go in once a year for a check up. I finally got fed up with the horrible treatment from his front office staff. They are uncaring, at best. I called one day and left a message because I was running out of my thyroid medication that I must take daily. I asked for a return call that day (Friday). No one called back. I called again on Monday and got a machine. No one called back. When I finally got a hold of someone on Tuesday, she didn't apologize for not calling me back - I was told they were "busy." There's more to this story, but in an nutshell, I wasn't particularly pleased with Dr. Ballin, but I wasn't displeased enough to go through the hassle of finding another doctor - but his front office staff (specifically Melissa) is rude and uncaring. I drew the line when they didn't call me back when I had an emergency, and then didn't seem to think it was a big deal that they failed to do so. If you are looking for a doctor, why settle for THIS? Keep looking! I found Dr. Gold at Cedars- Sinai. Sure, it's a bit of a drive for me from the valley, but he's NICE and accessible and experienced and his staff was exceptional - worth the drive! Dr. Richard Gold 8631 W. 3rd Street #815E Los Angeles, CA (310) 657-9277 read more

The individuals at the front desk are extremely rude. They treat you very poorly. I read other reviews about this doctors office that were unfavorable but I thought I would go to the office and see for myself first hand. I would stay away from this office. This was my experience and hopefully this will help others making a decision to have this doctor as their doctor or not. I am staying away!!!! read more

Dr. Ballin has been my doctor for 20 years and I only have great things to say about him. He takes his time with you and is very thorough. I appreciate his kind and sensitive demeanor and know that I'm in good hands. read more

My first and only visit to Dr. Ballin was a new patient visit. I scheduled it nearly 3 weeks before....because new patients are given much more time. This was frustrating. Once in the office, the staff was friendly and helpful. I waited about 30 minutes. Dr. Ballin was friendly enough. He uses a tablet to make notes. He stops often to make notes so he doesn't forget things. He dictates the information while you sit there with questions and he doesn't like to be interrupted. I mean, he was clearly finished with one note and I started to ask a question. He stopped me and said he had to finish or he would forget. He would forget. That was interesting. Forget what? So, I listened carefully to his next note. It was my treatment plan. He would forget my treatment plan. This made me nervous. Also, he did forget to attend to a few issues I had inquired about during our discussion. He clearly is disgusted with insurance in general. He mentioned this a few times in response to my comments. I was not that impressed with Dr. Ballin. Since he was the third doctor I was trying in the Encino area, I decided to ignore this and see how he cared for myself and my husband. My husband won't be going. When I called to add my husband to my appointment date, I was told he could not be added because he would be a new patient. The first available new patient appointment was 3 weeks after the phone call. I asked the girl "What if my husband has concerns that are not an emergency or don't even need urgent care? What is he supposed to do?" Response: "If you don't like the scheduling, you can always find another doctor." Your advice was taken! We found a new doctor. read more

Re the office of DR Daryl Ballin @ the Cedar Sinai Medical Group Tarzana, CA location. I switched doctors due to changing insurance and service at this office over 1 year ago. I requested my medical records which were never sent out. I had an issue with my right arm while seeing DR Ballin. I had a x ray done and he prescribe me a type of cancer medication. My insurance denied this medication. He never prescribed me any other type of medication or did any follow up with my arm. While seeing my new DR she requested my file to compare with the new tests and x ray she had done. My files were never received. I left message for Sylvia the Doctors assistant. She doesn't take calls or returns calls. I called the office and spoke to the rude inconsiderate office manager name Maha Aukamp Ur Dump and once again requested my files. She claimed they were sent. I raised my voice at here and also the office girl Sheneikka. In return Maha Aukamp Ur Dump sent me a certified letter stating they would no longer see me as a patient. It was stamped with DR Ballins name. HELLO- MSMaha Aukamp Ur Dump Dump- Please note I HAVEN'T BEEN A PATIENT AT THIS OFFICE FOR OVER A YEAR. This office is a joke. You are a joke. Your customer service, your response to patients are a joke. read more

I almost died under Ballin's care. I went to him because he is an addiction specialist. I had been taking methadone for quite a while at a high dose and wanted to detox from it. Dr. Ballin told me to stop taking the methadone either 3 or 4 before he would perform Ultra Rapid Detox (a procedure now documented as deadly by the City of New York.) I was thrown into hard core, cold turkey withdrawals by day three and was found semi-conscious on the floor of my guest room. When I finally got to the ER, my BP was so high that I was in range of a stroke. Fearing to even transport me, I was administered meds in the lobby of the hospital. When I told Ballin of this horrific experience, his response was his usual hyper mellow low-key, non-response, as if I had just told him, "Today is Tuesday." This was a long time ago, but I will never forget it. read more

Dr. Ballin has been my primary care physician for about 5 years. I am extremely happy with the care I have received and actually feel lucky that I found him. Every issue I've had over the last few years has been handled professionally and in a very caring manner. The best primary I have had over the last 40 years. read more

As Yelp states regarding 5 stars: this is as good as it gets. Dr. Ballin is thee best, sharpest, considerate and knowledgeable Internist I have ever been to. I have known him since childhood and have been a patient of his for over 10 years now. Some may find it weird going to a doctor you've known since you were kids but I have to say, he is so amazingly good at what he does and is such a wonderful person, with such a kind bedside manner that I just don't care. He is the best. You need to call the office and make an appointment today :-) read more

My boss recommended him and i'm glad he did. Hes very attentive and caring and the girls are super nice. I'm very happy here being that is the first actual REAL doctor i've ever been to since I now have insurance (: HE'S GREAT read more

I have been a patient of Dr. Ballin for almost 15 years and have had nothing but excellent and attentive care. I concur with the other reviewer that for a GP he has a very broad range of knowledge in all areas and he has an outstanding network of specialists. Over the years his office has referred an opthamologist, chiropractor, ear/nose/throat doctor, and I've been pleased with every one. Dr. Ballin has a friendly, low-key demeanor and has always had the time to be thorough and answer any of my questions. read more

For a general practitioner, Dr. Ballin knows more than most specialists and I recommend him without hesitation. My son and I each sustained concussions in separate hockey games and the treatment provided by Dr. Ballin was better than that given by the neurologists we consulted. Dr. Ballin is skilled, competent, thoughtful and caring. read more

I was unhappy with my current doctor and switched to Dr, Ballin. He is very thorough, very nice and knowledgeable. I will definitely recommend him to the rest of my family. My only complaint is his office staff, very unaccommodating. Very sad to have someone that does not match the kindness of the rest of the staff. read more

I never write reviews but felt the need this time. Dr Ballin is an amazing doctor, he takes his time with you and is extremely knowledgeable. He is very down to earth. He also has a wonderful back office girl Kristin she always has a smile on her face she is so nice and very very funny. I have the worst veins and she get my blood 1st try every time. That being said I made the hard decision to find a new Dr. Because of Dr Ballin's front desk person Melissa she is the rudest person I think I have ever met. It seems she has the worst life and brings it all to work. She doesn't even try to fake being nice. I would tell this to dr ballin and he seemed not to care. I found out that is his sister. I wondered how on earth she could continue to work. Now I know. Good news though I became sick and reluctantly went in to see Dr. Ballin. The office is now peaceful Dr Ballin told me Melissa is gone!!. They have a new front office girl I don't remember her name but she is very nice and helpful a little hard to understand on the phone but I can deal with anything as long as Melissa is no longer there. I advise anyone needing a primary care dr to see Dr ballin.. read more

he deserves five stars one of the best doctors I have ever met but his staff is sooooo nasty and he is at fault for hiring such b_tches!!!!!!!! read more