After the passing of my longtime GP of over a decade, I was understandably anxious about finding a…read morenew doctor I could trust. I'm very grateful that my insurance referred me to Dr. Gaytri Manek. From my very first visit, Dr. Manek and her staff made a wonderful impression. Everyone was warm, welcoming, and genuinely attentive, which immediately put me at ease during what could have been a difficult transition. Dr. Manek took the time to listen carefully and approached my care thoughtfully. I especially appreciated her conservative approach to prescribing medication--it gave me a lot of confidence in her judgment and reassured me that she prioritizes patient well-being over unnecessary treatments. Instead, she strongly encourages healthy habits like proper nutrition and regular exercise, which aligns perfectly with the kind of care I value. I left my appointment feeling heard, respected, and confident that I am in good hands. I would absolutely recommend Dr. Manek to anyone looking for a compassionate and knowledgeable general practitioner or kidney specialist.

Dr. Vo is highly experienced, patience, and take the time to explain things clearly. What stands…read moreout most is how well he listens. I have always felt heard and respected. He is also willing to support and give the best treatment for me. Thank you Dr. Vo Doctor Nhat Vo is awesome. Highly recommend!

I highly recommend Dr. Katneni. She takes the time to truly…read morelisten and makes you feel heard and cared for. I really appreciate that I get to see the doctor herself, rather than a PA. She is extremely knowledgeable, down-to-earth, and has such a calm and reassuring presence. I always feel comfortable and confident in her care. Patty, the office manager, couldn't be more helpful and accommodating. She is quick to call back (a rarity these days), friendly upon entering the office, and always has a smile.

My family and I cannot say enough wonderful things about Dr. Ratnaja Katneni. When my father became…read moreseriously ill, he was weak, lethargic, and simply not himself. We were deeply concerned about his health and his future. From our very first appointment, Dr. Katneni's knowledge, compassion, and attention to detail gave us confidence that he was in the best possible hands. As a board certified nephrologist and internist, Dr. Katneni took the time to thoroughly evaluate his condition, explain everything clearly, and develop a treatment plan that addressed the underlying issues, not just the symptoms. She listened carefully, answered every question with patience, and genuinely cared about his well being. The results have been nothing short of remarkable. In just two weeks, my father went from being very ill and lethargic to energetic, engaged, and back to his old self. Seeing such a dramatic improvement has been an incredible blessing for our entire family, and we are profoundly grateful for the exceptional care she provided. I also want to recognize Patty in the office, who is absolutely wonderful. She is kind, professional, organized, and always willing to help. She made every interaction with the office pleasant and stress free, and her warmth and efficiency truly complement the outstanding care Dr. Katneni provides. If you are looking for a physician who combines exceptional medical expertise with genuine compassion, I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Katneni. She has made a tremendous difference in my father's life, and our family will always be grateful for her dedication and outstanding care.

DR VAHABZADEH is a mind blowing GREAT Dr. My mother was a…read morenew patient to Dr V ... Had an initial review apt with Ellie NP ... had not yet met Dr V when on Thursday night she was admitted HOAG Hospital emergency ... Guess who showed up drove to emergency room AT NIGHT & arrived @ my mothers side DOCTOR VAHABZADEH ! He introduced himself & took control of the emergency staff getting my mom admitted & started on required life saving protocol! My mind is blown ...what a KIND, BRILLIANT, human being. I am beyond grateful... Dr V continued to appear at my mother's bedside MULTIPLE Times a Day for the duration of her entire stay ... slowly but surely my mom got better ....every inch of the process Dr V was on top of it ... Dr V & DR ANGELAKIS & Dr Benvenutti made a great life saving TEAM .... Dr V is who U need when saving life is at stake No joke ...Thank U Dr V ...4ever grateful...kg

One of the best doctors I've ever had. Exceptionally kind and extremely knowledgable in his field…read more This doctor saved my life when my kidneys were failing. The office staff get along great and are very helpful when you arrive. They are all great people.

I have visited Dr. Dang for many years and Dr. Dang always went thru my lab results with me and…read moreexplained in details for any questions that I had in my every visit. Besides that, all my messages thru MyChart got replied back quickly by his staff/nurses. Cecilia always took great care of any paperwork/forms that I needed from their office. Just really appreciate what they have done for me in the past.

Dr. Dang is a very nice person, is knowledgeable and is a good doctor. However, getting a response…read moreto any question from him or Balboa Nephrology Group is well nigh impossible. He says that he doesn't use the patient portal that Balboa provides to communicate with the doctors so that they can read the messages and respond at THEIR convenience and that I should call. However, when I call, either the office staff never forwards the message or he never responds, I am not sure which. If you are satisfied with just going to the office for your visits and never have concerns or questions outside of those visits, then I am sure that Dr. Dang will be great.

It is with deep sincerity and immense gratitude that I submit this long-overdue recognition for Dr…read more Eric Wechsler, Nurse Aline, and the exceptional team at Southern California Kidney Associates. Over the past decade, Dr. Wechsler has been the cornerstone of my mother's healthcare journey. Providing consistent, high-quality care for 10+ years is a feat in itself, but doing so for a patient who is admittedly stubborn and historically resistant to medical intervention requires a level of patience and dedication that is truly rare. The transformation in my mom's perspective is a testament to their extraordinary bedside manner. While she once dreaded medical visits, she has truly become their "biggest fan." This shift is a direct result of the time Dr. Wechsler and Nurse Aline take to explain every clinical detail with precision and care, proactively ensuring she feels empowered and secure in her treatment. Their commitment to her well-being has never been confined to the office. During her three separate hospitalizations, including the most recent 30+ day stay due to a stroke, they checked on her daily, providing a continuity of care that gave our family immense peace of mind. The seamless coordination within this practice is remarkable. On behalf of our entire family, we want to thank Dr. Wechsler, Nurse Aline, Dr. V, and Dr. Ozuzun for working collectively to provide such a high standard of advocacy. Also, a huge thank you to Kristi, Jessica, Christine for the many years of stellar service they've provided. This team exemplifies the highest standards of patient-centered care and represents the very best for their compassionate service.

I used the physician assistant Aline who was very knowledgeable and answered all my questions…read more Glad i am using this facility

Dr. Ajit Sawhney is extremely thorough, taking 2 hours to go over my entire medical history (not…read morejust kidney) on my first visit. I appreciate that because the body works as a whole and should be treated as such. He doesn't let you talk much and when you do, he can be quite curt. If you can get over the personality clash, and also advocate for yourself, he seems like a good doctor.

I just confirmed with my primary care Dr. Swahney was supposed to do the referral to someone else…read moreif he can't handle it...ignored twice on that.... And my primary believes a cyst on a kidney is not what the urologist handles... It's a kidney doctor!!!! Dr swahney tells me to see the urologist for that!! Just wow!

Getting old sucks. I've never had any medical problems until I hit 40, and unfortuantely I…read moreinherited my mom's bad genes, not my dad's healthy ones. Sigh.... In my last blood work, my doctor noticed some abnormalities, so she referred me to this place. The staff here are friendly and professional, but not overly chatty. I was asked to arrive early to complete a pile of paperwork (mostly standard looking forms) which included my medical history, lists of medications, and such. The visit with the doctor was on time, went rather smoothly and she spoke to me in layman's terms the steps she's going to take to verify my original doctor's diagnosis. I'm to come back in 3 weeks, after taking new medication, an ultrasound (off site) and a new set of bloodwork to compare with my old labwork. Sigh.. it sucks getting old(er). This office is located next door to St. Josephs/ CHOC on the 6th floor of the Providence Medical Building. There's a parking structure located across from the building, and the office validates 90 minutes. Arrive early for your visit, as the parking situation can be a pain. Plus, there's 2 elevators, and they're small and painfully slow.

My husband has been a patient with this facility for several years and mostly had great care and…read moreattention. He was disappointed when Dr. Dang left, but has been super pleasantly surprised with the wonderful experience he got when consulting with Dr Glenn Chiang for the first time. He was greeted and welcomed by the Nurse Practitioner, Joyce Chung, who was marvelous and beyond excellent. Joyce was so sweet, understanding, a great listener and everything one would wish for in a doctor. She had obviously done her homework on my husband's history and came more than prepared to the consultation. She was so knowledgeable about medications and other factors that could influence or impact the kidneys. She explained the results of blood work, line by line, with essential and helpful comments and suggestions. We were both so impressed with her expertise and the compassionate way in which she answered questions and handled the visit. Joyce is the kind of health care provider that people recommend to friends and family!! Once she had completed her side of the appointment, Dr. Chiang saw my husband to oversee everything. This is what proper patient care looks like. They were also on time and provided great patient service.

Dr Kevin Pham is such a nice dr very caring easy to understand very likeable considerate enjoy…read moretalking to great dr and the girls at the front desk are so nice especially Patti she knows her stuff great job everyone

Dr Kevin Pham of Corner health urgent care is a most wonderful caring dr. Has helped my husband…read moretremendously! His staff- SOPHIA -amazing! She is so helpful caring and kind. Got referrals done lightening fast plus just genuinely sweet along with Stephanie, Terry and the rest of the staff were so kind during this difficult time I know we are in excellent hands with Dr Pham and his staff! HIGHLY RECOMMEND 10 STARS!! This office is in Costa Mesa and I'm positive it's just as great in his other locations

I don't care what any of the other reviews say -- Dr. Tu Thuc genuinely changed my life…read more I'd been dealing with back issues that slowly built up over six months, and my previous primary care doctor wasn't helping at all. I felt like I was screaming and no one could hear me. I finally gave up and switched to Dr. Tu Thuc, and it was the best decision I could've made. He actually sat with me, listened to what I was saying, and helped me figure out what I needed. After months of getting nowhere, he guided me to the right tests and the right care. Because of him, I finally got answers, started physical therapy, and I'm now getting better. Without him, I would still be stuck in pain with no direction. I'm on the road to recovery because he took the time to care. He's a doctor who truly listens, and I can't thank him enough.

He's very precise and takes walk-ins. He is very helpful in my condition and goes far and beyond…read morewith communication.