I wanted to share my experience in case it helps others…read more I was referred by a friend who also invited me to a cosmetic event that was scheduled for later in the month. I wanted to look more refreshed for another event I had planned earlier in the week and so I decided to go in early for botox. I initially had a positive first impression of this office. The doctor is a family physician who also offers cosmetic treatments like Botox and lasers. I came in specifically for Botox, and although he recommended more units than I usually receive for my crow's feet area, I agreed, trusting his judgment and hoping for good results. He even asked me to return in two weeks for a follow-up touch-up. Unfortunately, within days, I noticed no improvement at all in my crow's feet. I tried calling the office multiple times and received no response. I eventually went in person to have him evaluate the results. When I showed him the issue, he told me "not to smile so hard," which was surprising especially since during my appointment, the medical assistant had encouraged me to smile very hard for photos. At my two-week follow-up, I was expecting a touch-up as discussed. Instead, he recommended doubling the amount of Botox, and when I asked if I would be charged again, he said yes. This was concerning, as I have never needed that much product before, and my regular provider achieves effective results at a much lower cost. While he attempted to justify this with scientific explanations, my experience suggested that technique and anatomical precision, both critical in Botox, may have been lacking, rather than the amount used. What was most disappointing was that after this entire experience, there was no effort to resolve the issue or stand behind the results. Instead, I immediately received a reminder text invitation to a cosmetic event promoting additional services and products. Given the outcome of my treatment, this felt dismissive and a lack of professionalism and patient care. Overall, I left feeling disappointed with the results, communication, and handling of concerns. I would not recommend this doctor, especially for cosmetic procedures where experience, technique, and ethical standards are essential.

In 2021 I had a reasonably good experience during my first meeting and subsequent physical exam,…read morealthough Dr. Perez was rather stressed throughout. I gave him the benefit of the doubt since he runs his own practice and is only a few blocks from our home. So Dr. Perez became my primary physician for my health insurance. In 2022 Dr. Perez's office sent several reminders for my annual physical which I needed to schedule. The reason for this review is on my third visit in late 2022, I came in at 8:30am due to a very painful hand with stiches. AFTER paying for his services, discussing the 2022 physical I still needed with his friendly assistant, and then waiting ~30 minutes in increasing pain. Dr. Perez refused to help me with what was a spreading hand infection - I needed antibiotics immediately! After he refused to even look at my hand - AFTER I had paid and waited & told him how much pain I was in - I subsequently spent hours driving around looking for an urgent care that FINALLY give me the antibiotics I really needed. At this point I had puss coming out from between the stitches and my hand was burning red. Healthtopia in Leucadia came through for me! So why did Dr. Perez refuse to even look at my infected hand and provide any help (although I urgently needed antibiotics for the infection) AFTER I had already paid and met with his assitant... Because he was still unhappy ( a year later...) with his interactions and reaction with my wife during the very stressful time of COVID. I feel this doctor is not following the basic fundamental medical Hippocratic oath, "first, do no harm". When I had a spreading infection in my hand (it was burning red and puss was coming out of the stitches) and he choose to focus on his personal issues he had with my wife (from a year ago!) instead of my urgent health problem in front of him. Lastly, he said I was using him to get a quick appointment, which he did not appreciate and and another reason he would not help me with my infected hand.

I have found Drs. Etedali and Ajir to be attentive listeners and effective communicators. I trust…read moretheir specialist referrals, which resulted in diagnosis other specialists missed. Drs. Etedali and Ajir treat the whole person, not just the symptoms. I have been a patient of theirs for over ten years. NW

I had a truly terrible experience with this doctor. He was condescending and dismissive about many…read moreof my concerns, including with respect to conditions for which I have received a prior diagnosis. He routinely failed to have my Rx's filled unless I followed up with him multiple times - I've never had this issue with a doctor. On one occasion, his failure to timely call-in my Rx resulted in my having to wait 45 days to have it refilled due to a nationwide shortage (the pharmacy confirmed that had he called it in on-time, I would have had no issue). The last straw occurred most recently, in which it took 7 days after an appointment for him to call in the Rx for a medicine (for which lack of access could be life-threatening), despite following up with his office 3 times and them failing to call me back after saying they would. It wasn't until I stopped by in person that he finally filled the Rx. This office was an absolute nightmare.

Dr. Derek helped me when other doctors didn't know what to do with prostate related problems…read more Before I saw him I spent almost a year visiting different doctors and they were no help. Now I brought to him my 20 year old son who has been suffering with digestive and skin problems for a long time. Regular doctors were useles. My son is doing much better now. I highly recommend Dr. Lawrence. Milan DeMillan

Dr Derek is the most informing, thoughtful, responsible doctor. I kinda love that he's real and…read morereally THINKS through what the solutions COULD be. he's helped me solve massive gastrointestinal issues, (full gut reset) hormonal issues, mood issues. He's been there in the ways I WANT a provider to show up: tools in hand, extensive knowledge, and listening for what I want in the process. I recommend him HIGHLY. There's usually a long wait to get a new appointment - and I say - WAIT if you can.

I was sent here for a detox program using NAD IV for 10 days. I felt no effects from the NAD but it…read morestill cost thousands of dollars. I was treated with negligence: 1) not given my SSRI meds for almost a week "by accident" and suffered SSRI withdrawal 2) was given an IV meant to last for three days and it wasn't replaced for an entire week 3) was prescribed Mirtazepine, wasn't allowed to google the side effects of the drug, gained literally 50 lbs until I saw a competent psychiatrist who informed me that Mirtazepine is known to cause weight gain. Attached are photos of the weight gain while under Doctor Milgram's care. Doctor Milgram lost his practice by being caught in a car crash with a needle in his arm. He's a nice man, but should not be practicing medicine.

Dr. Milgram is a wonderful practitioner who goes out of his way to treat his patients with the…read moreupmost care and professionalism.

Very personable and actually listens to patient concerns. A talent not favored by many doctors!read more

My wife and I both have Dr. Burzell as our Primary Care doctor. We both love him! He never makes…read moreyou wait long at appointments and spends QUALITY TIME with us to go over all of our health needs. If your looking for a GREAT doctor, look no more. THANK YOU to Dr. Burzell and his team for several years of OUTSTANDING care! We greatly appreciate all of you! :)

I have been coming to this office for many many years.Front desk representatives are rude and lack…read moreempathy and are often on their cell phones. Hello office manager! When I call to make an appointment I sometimes can't get through, recently it took me almost 3 hours. Then I just drive down and amazingly was able to make an appointment. Surprisingly I must say. When I arrived the tv was so loud I forgot I was in a doctors office. Anyway I had my yearly physical recently with Dr. Wong. His compassion has also diminished. My physical exams seem to be less and less through as the years go by, Not sure if he has his hands tied since Optum took over but the quality of his care has been going down year after year. I go to a doctor for care while not often but depend on my annual physicals. On a positive note Lourdes is very compassionate and caring. She always seems to make me feel special when I visit.

Since my last review, Optum has taken over this office. The admins are all new and kind…read more Dr. Wong though I've unfortunately discovered through my visits only prescribes prescription meds with no reference to any natural remedies to supplement. I have hypertension. He never recommended me to a nutritionist either to assist me in losing weight. His best advice was for me to eat healthy and excercise more; stuff I should already know he says. All this doctor does is prescribe medication after medication. I've also taken blood work as to their recommendation and I never hear back from them nor are the results discussed with me by Dr.Wong when I go into my next visit. His nurse, Lourdes, wasnt pleasant for me to deal with as she always had something snarky to say right before measuring my bp. My results of course would be high but that's the number used for Dr. Wong to increase my dose or recommend another medication added on to what I was already taking My overall experience with Dr. Wong has been an overall disappointment. If medications don't work, he's got nothing else to give. There could have been more and better attention given to my visits and blood work results but there wasn't. I'm only relieved to part ways

I have been having ongoing stomach issues and today I saw Carly Gooding, a PA at the Perlman clinic…read moreon Carlsbad Village Dr. She was very friendly, professional and compassionate. She really listened to me and was very proactive in getting me the help that I need, including a referral for a gastroenterologist close to my home. I finally feel like my issues are being addressed and hopefully resolved soon.

The new Perlman Clinic in on Carlsbad Village Drive is convenient and easy to get an appointment…read more I saw Carly Gooding, PA today and she is very knowledgeable and thorough. I'm very happy with the care at Perlman Clinic.

I got recommended to dr sobel by my therapist and wow can I say I would never recommend this guy to…read moreeven my worst enemy. His patients are clearly going to him for help because they are desperate for some help! Anyways I wish I would have researched and not taken my therapists recommendation but here we are. I even paid $420 out of pocket too see him! He is very condescending and rude, who does that to patients that are struggling with mental health! If you even dare ask any questions about medication he will belittle you and try to tell you you are dumb basically. I feel so much worse after seeing him and lost hope in "doctors" like him. This guy needs to retire before hurting any other patients.

After a couple appointments two things have become abundantly clear about Dr. Sobel and his…read morepractice. The first is that he is a very intelligent and knowledgeable psychopharmacologist and the second is that the social skills of both he and his secretary are extremely poor. He is a very conceded, insulting, and demeaning man to speak with and his secretary is dismissive, unmotivated, and downright rude. In conclusion if you're looking for a doctor who is personable and knowledgeable look elsewhere, but if you don't mind dealing with a bad attitude and are just looking for a very knowledgeable doctor look no further. Edit-And I didn't read a single review before writing this in order to be unbiased, but many others seem to feel the same way.

Dr. Edward Spencer is very professional and takes his practice very seriously. He listens to you…read moreand dives into helping you with what issues your having. I walk away always feeling better after talking with him. So far the best therapy I've ever had.

Dr. Edward G. Spencer Phd Psychologist has moved to a new office across the street at 2945 Harding…read moreStreet suite 104 located in the center courtyard.

Incompetent and biased, lacks objectivity and tact, ignores important medical facts about her…read morecustomers and acts defensive when confronted about it.

She did my psychosocial assessment and she was wonderful. She really made me comfortable when…read moresharing my answers with her. She is very competent when conducting her assessments and was very spot on in her formulation.