Dr. Huie has been my PCP for a few years. He's all the things a doctor should be and none of the things doctors these days have become. When you call his office (during office hours) someone picks up on the first or second ring. When you arrive you are given the most minimum paperwork which is a huge relief. He's always on time and you are never kept waiting. Most doctors talk to you while staring at your chart or typing into a computer and barely look at you. Dr. Huie gives direct eye contact right away and is present with you the entire time. You get his full attention. He asks enough questions but doesn't pester you with irrelevant ones. He gets quickly to his suggestion and doesn't overly explain things once you get it. He has a great network of folks he refers you do and somehow even has their phone numbers memorized. The office sends you easy to understand bills and is easy to work with. Doctors like these are a dying breed. I hope he never retires. read more

Updated the star rating because overall, Dr.Huie's qualities a doctor outweigh the inconvenient way his office operates

I guess no one is exempt from Yelp reviews - not even your hometown family doc. Dr Huie is a compassionate listener, caring person and skilled physician. While he's clearly a brilliant man, a visit to his office makes you feel cared for as you would visiting a family member. You're able to really talk because Dr Huie isn't judging you or speaking from atop his Physician's Pedestal. He's a smart human, there to help. His office staff go out of their way to make sure you feel welcome. They deal with pharmacy and insurance glitches. They are the kind of people you can hear smiling through the phone. The compassion Dr Huie shows is echoed by his lovely office staff. read more

Dr. Huie is the best internist I've ever had. His examinations are practical, done with skill and not with a goal of driving procedures. He keeps current on research and does not recommend drugs just because the pharma industry says he should. He has a great network of specialists and refers when appropriate. He does not push maintenance drugs or rush appointments, which I greatly appreciate. The most I've waited to be seen is 5 minutes. He's very smart, a generally good person, and I love his casual manner. His office staff are great. read more

I hesitated to write this review but can honestly say that Dr. Huie may be guilty of malpractice. My husband was his patient for years. My husband, a fit, athletic man went to Huie a couple of months ago with abdominal pain. Huie requested an ultrasound which showed expanded liver, spleen etc with lesions. Huie then referred my husband to a non-network oncologist and for a CT scan. My husband spent hours trying to get these appointments and to his dismay they were at least six weeks to more than two months out. He called Huie multiple times for help and there was no answer at Huie's office during regular business hours. No follow up by Huie, nothing. I took my husband to ER and, that same day, he was diagnosed with Stage IV pancreatic cancer. The ER doc appeared shocked that my husband's "primary care" (Huie) didn't recognize the urgency of the situation. I urge anyone considering Huie or currently a patient to switch docs as soon as possible. It could be a matter of life or death. Huie is a quack. read more

After a visit to urgent care and John Muir hospital my son was still poorly a week later. A trip to Doctor Huie, a sound diagnosis and appropriate antibiotics and he is feeling better within 18 hours. Thank you again Dr. Hui! read more

I saw Melvin Huie for many years and posted a negative rating here. There used to be many other negative ratings here from former patients but they have all been removed. Rather than address the negative ratings, like other Yelp businesses, it seems Melvin has paid to have them removed. Stay away. There are so many other great internists in the area. Also, go with a medical group, rather than an individual provider like Huie so that there is some accountability. My previous post was appreciated by Yelpers, and mine and others should not have been removed without any accountability. read more

Dr. Huie is the best! I want a small town, thoughtful, non-rushed primary care physician, and I found him. I recommend Dr. Huie to all my friends because I want him to stay in Orinda and have a thriving practice. His medical care is great and he doesn't order unneeded tests. His nurse, Sue, is professional and efficient. Sue does a great job juggling all the balls that end up in the air of a doctors office. I have no tolerance for those members of the public that are unable to respect an office manager, receptionist, or nurse. It should be noted that Dr. Huie donates a great amount of his time as a team physician for many sports at Miramonte high school. So many children in our community benefit from Dr. Huie's expertise. Melvin Huie is a local treasure and should be treated as such. read more

Dr. Huie has been my doctor for over 15, maybe 20 years (this elephant forgot). He is a friendly, warmhearted, and knowledgable doctor. I can only recommend him. read more

I've seen Dr. Huie once and he seems competent enough; however, his front office staff is lacking. Every time I call I get the "why didn't you call earlier?" I'm calling now and that's what's important! It's unfortunate when a front office staff affects a Dr.'s office rating, but after several calls with the same attitude, I'm changing doctors. Additionally, many front office staff are helpful in verifying insurance information - not the case here. If you are used to this type of customer service quality -- look somewhere else! read more

Dr Huie great. I have seen him pretty much my whole adult life! I recommend him to everyone! Staff is always helpful, and I've never had any problems. I am thankful their one employee Sue is no longer working there, she wasn't so great, but Sandy is the best. Always helpful and cheerful! Dr Huie was also honored by Brown and Toland, he was among the top rated and recommended MDs in the area according to their survey! 5 stars for Huie read more

I have been a patient of Melvin Huie for 8 years. He is fantastic. I don't remember ever getting any pushback from the front office. I'm reading the reviews ripping Sue. I just called his office and spoke to a nice young woman, her name was not Sue but I forget what it was; she was very professional and accommodating. I've recommended Melvin to family and friends and will continue to do so. He's great. read more

The office staff through the years and the current office staff is a huge disappointment. Evidently Sue has moved on and is now being rude to others elsewhere. The office is small. Sue is/was very loud. Her abrupt, loud, rude treatment to patients and lack of hygiene had to be heard and noticed by Huie. Disappointing that patients had to put up with her. I was not aware that arguing with patients was part of her job description. The degree of care given was okay for simple ailments, definitely not excellent. If you need a letter for insurance purposes, you need to pay for an office visit. I was told he was in business to make money, not give away his time. I have never had this happen in any other physician's office over the years. If you want a referral to another physician, you better ask if Huie has any personal knowledge or interaction with the referral because most likely he doesn't. Each referral I got was from a group he belongs to. He did not personally know anyone he ever referred me to. Unfortunately, I found this out too late. Would I refer anyone to his office? Not a chance that will ever happen. I am hugely disappointed with the treatment through his office, with the individuals he employs, with the manner in which HE runs his office. The individuals he hires do what they are instructed to do. Thank goodness I have found a physician with an excellent, helpful, supportive staff and have left this unprofessional, uncaring, unknowing, nightmare of a medical office. AGAIN, WOULD I REFER ANYONE TO THIS OFFICE? NO, I WOULD NOT. read more

I really think when it comes to physicians, it all comes down to how proactive you want to be in your health. Dr. Huie is very laid back and not pushy, so you have to be the proactive type to benefit from his expertise. For me, it is a perfect fit because he will give me options to pick from in terms of care and is very thorough in explaining pros and cons to every decision. As for reception, I've not had any issues. Keep in mind, it is a small private practice, so things are more informal and there are less resources. read more

My wife, kid and I have been seeing Dr. Mel Huie for several years; he is very personable with us and extremely knowledgeable about medicine. He reminds me of a time when your doctor took the time to get to know their patients versus visiting the BIG hospital-doctor practice model where you see a non doctor for annual exams, the staff can't remember your name, or maybe get 5 minutes to speak to a real doctor. His staff have always returned my calls and try their best to get me an appointment that fits my schedule. Before I visit him for my annual, I ask the staff to send me a laboratory request; I get my urine and blood work done ahead of my visit. At the visit Dr. Huie will go over my lab studies, perform the exam and I am done pretty darn fast. I highly recommend his practice to anyone who wants to be treated as an individual rather than a patient number. BTW, I work for a very large health care insurance company and Dr. Huie rates at the top of network providers. If you have a problem with Dr. Huie, it is probably YOUR problem and not his. read more