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    Christopher E Salem, DO

    3.7 (9 reviews)

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    Family Care Centers - Irvine

    Family Care Centers - Irvine

    4.3
    (93 reviews)
    3.5 mi

    I think it's time to switch Provider. I've been going to Dr Bunten for at least the last 7 years…read morebut this was the first time I tried to see him since they became Memorial Care. When I tried to make an appointment it would have been 3 weeks before he had time available. I told them all I needed was to renew my prescriptions. So they told me Alison the PA could help me with that. At least she was able to see me within 5 days. And it didn't start well with her but it ended well. First of all, the chart that she reviewed before seeing me wasn't mine but she corrected it. Second, with the new Memorial Care system, some of my information was missing so I had to let her know how much MG some of my medication was...annoying. What I like about Alison was she was very thorough. She had requested all my lab test and one blood test that was the latest in testing for cancer. Today, I got my results back from Quest (which took 2 weeks), let's see if they follow up on my results. I guess no news is good news. If no one follows up I will definitely switch providers. In the meantime, I'll go on Quest website and see if I can figure it out.

    Dr. Bunten here at Family Care Centers in Irvine is the best doctor ever and the staff are all…read morealways super professional, friendly, and remember me from previous calls and visits. There's a really awesome close-knit feel that I really enjoy as a patient alongside the A++ care I'm able to receive from Dr. Bunten and the systems and equipment they have in place. Super happy with the care I'm receiving here!!

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    Chang Albert B, MD

    Chang Albert B, MD

    4.3
    (90 reviews)
    5.4 mi

    Amazing PCP and care team. Very patient and knowledgeable…read more He saved my life literally while the ex PCP won't give any attention to my concerns. I'm alive because of Dr Chang. Highly recommend him.

    Dr. Chang is a phenomenal doctor. He's dedicated, caring, and efficient. He always listens to any…read moreconcerns I may have and takes them seriously, and he never hesitates to refer me to a specialist when needed. I also appreciate that he has walk-in hours available for emergencies so you're not waiting for weeks (or even days) when you have an emergency or need to see the doctor urgently. (I've even had to schedule an urgent pre-op appointment and they worked really hard to make it work with my limited timeline and the doctor's limited availability). His front desk is also really great. If I need something, I don't need to ask for any specific person, they all know how to handle questions, cases, and concerns. Truly, they are great at what they do and they're incredibly efficient. When I ask for a referral or let them know about a concern, I know I don't have to follow-up and I will be hearing from the doctor or the office SOON. I even had a more urgent case that I wanted dealt with as quickly as possible, so I called and got the office's email and sent them the necessary paperwork before my specialist did and I had a referral and follow-up material within 24 hours. When you have lab tests, tests or xrays in general, or anything that requires your attention, someone will call and follow-up and update you on the situation and potential next steps. They may not be the gentlest about it but I prefer a straighforward approach so that I can handle whatever I'm dealing with as quickly and as best as possible. This office is kind, efficient, and very good at what they do. I've been coming here for YEARS, have gotten my family to come here as well, and hope to continue to be coming here for many more years to come. A truly fantastic doctor and office.

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    Kelly Wong MD

    Kelly Wong MD

    3.5
    (22 reviews)
    3.7 mi

    They were professional, friendly and courteous. Dr Wong listened to my concerns and made…read morerecommendations for all of them and we developed an agreed treatment plan. She gave me detailed home instructions. I left knowing I was in good hands.

    This is one of the worst front office staff ever. They tried to tell me if I speak/ask questions…read moreto the doctor when I have my FREE once a year check-up, that I automatically get billed for it. So, no questions. Ever since I went to this office, it is about how they get paid. Just to let you know, my co-pay is $25 and it does not matter to me the cost of the service, but it does matter how I get treated for the cost of service. So, I learned quickly that when I go to this office, I pay upfront and ask if there are any outstanding or extra charges to pay for. I will always pay in advance!! Well, months later, I get a bill in the mail stating I did not pay for my $25 office visit. Upon looking at the date in question, I investigated my bank statement, I saw that I had indeed paid. I copied the payment from my bank statement, and also a copy from the bill. Faxed it to them to let them know I paid in full as I always do. Well, I receive a call later, stating that the dates they had were wrong. It was another date they had in mind. When I questioned that date and validated it with payment, they came up with another date. This office is about money, not the quality of care. If you are ok with that, then this is the office for you. I would rather go to an office that CARES about the patient FIRST, the quality of care, then the billing.

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    Irvine Internal Medical Group

    Irvine Internal Medical Group

    3.9
    (66 reviews)
    5.4 mi

    This doctor is by far the worst. What kind of doctor doesn't look into a patients health concern…read morewhen it runs in his family? Not to mention his staff and him were too lazy to even to type out a linki shared with them that had my health records. This doctor and his staff actually told me they "can't copy and paste" the link because their portal doesn't allow it. They didnt even try to type out the link on the browser or anything because never got a notification that someone was requesting access to the link. They just looked at the link and said no come in with a hard copy we're not going to bother with the link. Rudest and most inconsiderate response and handling of a patient records. I have never had a doctor so lazy and ignore my health needs like this doctor. And his staff are extremely rude and condescending and rush you off the phone every time. This doctor didnt look at the blood work at all. Other doctors saw my blood work and recommended things based off my family history because they saw things that concerned them. And when I went back to ask him about it and to look at my labs again and order extra testing because of this condition that runs in my family, he literally dropped me as a patient and said "there's a problem with our doctor-patient relationship." This guy is joke and he doesn't even answer questions. If god forbid you have a question, he actually gets annoyed if you ask him too many questions. He is very impatient, lazy, not thorough, and gives off an atmosphere that he hates his job. The 5 star reviews in here are fake trust me.

    Pompous attitude, dont care attitude, 2 min wonder!! Weird atmosphere. Its not a medical group, one…read moresolo doctor

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    Elaine King, MD

    Elaine King, MD

    4.8
    (5 reviews)
    4.9 mi

    I, didn't feel that Dr. King was rushed during my visit with her. She was actually very thorough…read moreand spent enough time with me for my routine physical examination. She addressed 100% of my questions and was personable enough. She seems knowledgeable and very professional. She is the type of doctor that tests before she pushes a drug which puts her at an advantage to other Doctors in my eyes. I don't like the trial an error method that many physicians use when treating their patients. It's dangerous and careless. Dr. King did thorough testing before she diagnosed and prescribed. Specifically, she discussed respiratory problems and fertility challenges. I felt that she met and perhaps exceeded my expectations of my office visit. I visited her at Irvine Odyssey, so perhaps it is fair to also give feedback on the office as well. It's clean, modern, warm, and most importantly efficient. I don't think I waited more than 5 minutes. I hate that awkward feeling that you get when you're in that uncomfortable hospital gown, the waiting room is cold, and you just keep wondering if you should take your socks off too?... there wasn't too much of that during my visit. It was easy to make any appointment. Although the front desk was busy, which made for a less warming welcome- you can tell that they work like the old school type offices where the doctor interacts with the staff and everyone keeps informed and on the same page. I should've given this review 3 weeks ago after my initial visit... but it wasn't until now that I got the chance to. I just called today because I needed information about allergy testing and Dr. King talked to me on the phone. She sounded rushed- which makes sense because she didn't make me wait while I was in the waiting room, others shouldn't have to either. I would've liked to have finished my sentences- but I appreciate her taking the phone in the first place. I would recommend you seeing her- and if you're the type of person that requires extensive time during an office visit, ask the front desk to schedule you during one of the SLOWEST times of the week. That's what I would do! As for me, I usually prepare a list of questions- do research at home- and I show up prepared to listen to the Dr. and learn.

    I grew up in Irvine but have since moved to London for many years. Because of my situation, I don't…read morehave health insurance when I'm visiting family back at home in Southern California. One year in particular, I flew back from Thanksgiving and caught a nasty flu on the flight over. Not sure what to do, I went to the walk-in clinic (at Dr. King's old location) she was incredibly helpful and also understood my non-health insurance (meaning potentially expensive) situation and she was incredibly helpful. She also helped write a few notes for my local GP (UK doctor). Since then, I have visited Dr. King once more in her new offices and they look great. I've seen other Yelpers comment that she has a nice staff, which is true as well. I recommend Dr. King and her practice. Good luck and feel better!

    Christopher E Salem, DO - surgeons - Updated July 2026

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