This review is from my experience with Dr. Shawn Bissonnette at his practice in San Diego 17 years ago. I was in my early 20's and I took my then-one-year-old to Dr. B to be seen for a respiratory illness. During the appt, I mentioned that I, too, was feeling under the weather. Dr. B offered to also take a look at me while I was there. I considered it a kind gesture and agreed. Instead of listening to my heartbeat over my clothing, or on my back, Dr. B reached up under the front of my sweatshirt with his bare right hand. He was holding the base of the stethoscope in his fingers, and slowly moved his hand up past my belly button and slipped his right hand under my bra with the stethoscope, cupping my entire left breast in his bare palm. He continued to cup my breast in his hand as he held the base of the stethoscope on the outside edge of my left breast. I felt violated and embarrassment and I left immediately without saying anything. I could not shake the sick feeling days after, so I consulted with two nurses from another practice to explain what happened. They both encouraged me to file a complaint. But I was young and scared and didn't know what to do. And never did. A week later, I called Dr. B's front office to let them know my son would not be returning. When asked why, I got emotional and started to cry as I explained the incident. Without asking, the receptionist put Dr. B on the phone. I confronted him, but he played dumb. He responded by saying he was "used to working with babies" and listened to my heartbeat the "same way as he does with the babies." At that point, I became angry and said point blank that he "knew exactly what he did." He was quiet, then asked if I was going to file a complaint. When I responded no, he simply said "thank you." I hung up. That was the last time I spoke to him. It's been 17 years and I can still feel the sick feeling that I felt that day in his office. I'm tired of carrying this and I'm leaving this review as closure. Hopefully this was an isolated incident. read more

We only had him as a doctor for almost a year back in 2019 since we had to move and I wish we didn't have to because he is such a great dr. He is very knowledgeable and kind, and his staff are the same way which is very hard to find nowadays. Big plus too is that they are located near MCAS Miramar and so we don't need to be seen at Balboa which is far away and busier compared to this clinic. Highly recommend! read more

We just switched insurance and Dr. Bissonnette is now my daughters primary. Honestly I couldn't be happier. His office got us in right away when she was hurt. And he handled her with care. His staff are so friendly, and he has such wonderful bedside manner. He made her laugh when all she wanted to do was cry. And when we went back, he made he feel like she mattered. So thankful for the attentiveness as well as her healing process Based on his treatment. 10 out of 10. read more

I am really impressed with Dr. Bissonnette. He truly takes his time in getting to know your child. I never felt rushed during any office visits. My child had a pretty severe case of reflux as an infant and he asked so many questions and really tried to get to the root of the problem and came up with a great plan of action. He really seems to care about his patients. He has taken the time to return my calls personally and discuss my concerns. What really blew me away was the phone call I received today. Unfortunately, we switched insurance companies and could no longer see Dr. Bissonnette. I should have let him know at the time, but we got so busy I forgot. That was about 7 months ago. Today he called (yes, you read that right, Dr. Bissonnette personally called, not his secretary) to check in. He had assumed we switched doctors, but wanted to see if I wanted records faxed to our new doctor. He then spent several minutes speaking with me about my child. I could not believe the level of service he provides. I only wish we could switch insurance plans and return to him. I highly recommend taking your child to see him. You will definitely be in good hands! read more

I will never take my son to another pediatrician. Dr Bissonnette is the real deal. He doesn't work in a cookie cutter assembly line practice where each patient gets only 5 minutes of his time and could possibly be double billed if you ask more than one question. Dr Bissonnette bends over backward to get you into his office as soon as you call. He makes you feel like a priority to him and will sit and answer and reassure you that you are choosing the correct method of treatment. I appreciate that he listens and truly cares about my child. We have an ally in our corner with Dr Bissonnette. And we aren't going anywhere else. I love his accommodating staff and their "no problem" attitude they all share. This is my kind of doctor. Now, I need to find a Dr Bissionnette for me. :) read more

I cannot say enough amazing things about Dr. B. I was his patient my entire life (I am 22), my older brother (25) is still in contact with him since we started seeing him when I was 6 months old. I am now seeing a new doctor only because I have too. If Dr. B switched to adults I would still be seeing him to this day as I trust him with anything and everything. I hope that he is still practicing when I have kids! read more

I have four sons aged 12 to 18 and Dr. B has been the only Dr. they have ever seen. I met him when I was pregnant with my first and a few months ago Dr. B did that son's sports physical before he headed off to college. So rare these days to have the same Dr. your entire life as my boys have had. He is a special Dr. who takes the time with every patient. At times that might be a bit frustrating as you are waiting in the lobby for your appointment, but I think that's much better than being rushed in and our so quickly you feel you don't have time to get your questions answered. My boys love Dr. B and he seems to have a wonderful rapport with all of his patients and parents. For the first 16 years we went to him he had the same wonderful nurse as well, so it really gave a sense of familiarity when you went for a visit. You would be lucky to have Dr. B has your child's Pediatrician! read more

I have three kids and so a good, trusted pediatrician is very important to have. Dr. B is, by far, the most personal, attentive, and devoted pediatrician our family has ever had. He operates a private practice (which makes a BIG difference) in a new building just at the end of Mira Mesa Blvd. The location is minutes from our house and there is always somewhere to park, albeit parking is meant for people who drive small cars and not minivans. We're always able to get in to appointments, the staff is amazing- and they even have made follow-up calls asking how my kids were after an injury! Wait time is usually pretty decent- though I can always call and find out how the schedule is looking that day to find out if they are running late to save myself the wait. Dr. B is always interested in answering questions, always interested in hearing my observations, and has never contradicted my philosophy of minimal medical intervention. It seems like it's so hard to find a doctor in California who doesn't give a hard time about home birthing, individualized shot plans, and homeopathic remedies. He has been the one doctor who doesn't immediately whip out the prescription pad when I say my kid has been sneezing or drooling snot for a week. What a relief to finally meet a doctor who is concerned that parents go through all the homeopathic options first before writing up a presciption for antibiotics. He is great with the kids and my little ones never are scared of him or of going. This is saying a lot, since doctors' offices are the ones who give shots almost every visit for the first two years of their life! The only trouble we've ever had with their office was the one day Dr B. was out and a sub doctor was in. I don't even remember her name, but she wasted my time by making me wait an hour and a half before seeing her, and then wasted it completely by not listening and not helping at all; she was also pretty rude. Needless to say, I will NOT go to a sub doctor next time. Anyway- Dr. B. is amazing and the best pediatrician we could recommend to anyone who has children. read more

I switchd my child to Dr Bissonnette following a negative experience with his prior doctor who refused a strep throat test, we then went on with our planned holiday, only to end up few days later in ER in Mexico right for the same suspected cause. I am grateful that my child is cared by Dr. Bissonnette, and given the recent medical issues that my child is going through I can only praise Dr. Bissonnette for his patience and true dedication to his patient answering my many and sometimes repetitive questions, for which I feel guilty yet he managed it with outmost respect and care at all times. And for making the right recommendations with specialists for next steps. We've encountered many doctors along our journey through different countries and based on those experiences Dr. Bissonnette ranks the highest. THANK YOU Dr. Bissonnette for being my child's Pediatrician. read more

There is a certain reassurance when you are at an able doctors office....you feel a sense of harmony and reliability.. I felt the same, even before I met Dr B. Of all the doctors, a pediatrician has two patients...a child and his parents...you have to understand the concern of a parent and the condition of the child.. Dr B carries a lot of ease around children...my child freaks out at the very sight of a hospital, and that he remained calm for majority of the visit...is a sign that he connects with kids... He asked all pertinent questions, a correct question is a key to a correct diagnosis and treatment...he listened patiently to all our questions...answered them ...and he was not rushing through it..I met a lot of doctors and they want you out of the office as soon as possible....and you end up forgetting all the questions you wanted to ask... as much as I wish not to see any doctor..I hope I get to meet Dr B if I ever have to... Totally recommend him.. read more

Dr. Bissonnette was recommended by a friend and a nurse who was the Scripps Memorial Hospital tour guide when I was pregnant with my first child. I now have three children and Dr. B's been so wonderful and caring. Wish I had a pediatrician like Dr. B when I was a child. read more

Great doctor, we love going to him, very caring and takes special and direct interest in each child. Because he is a single practice he knows us well. It's very personalized service! read more

We have been taking both of our daughters to Dr. B - The elder one is 3 now and the younger one is 6 months old. I think we have been receiving the best child care available. Dr. B is very clam and accommodating . He listens to us and answers to all of our questions come what they may be. I highly recommend him provided he is accepting new patients. read more