She recommended pregnenolone which caused me to have a 2nd breast cancer. My 1st breaat cancer was…read moreestrogen receptor positive. Pregnenolone is counter productive to ER+ breast cancer. I now have metastatic breast cancer thanks to her negligence. I am suffering terribly due to her incompetence.

I have been a patient of Dr Sghiatti for over 30 years, His diagnosis is very accurate, His meds…read morecure my disease in a short time. He knows the questions to ask and spends the time determining the cause of my problem. It helps when I can see him on short notice---- sometimes the same day.

8/10/2023 I am almost afraid to write my review here as I…read morewant to keep Dr. Shafipour to myself. I moved from my previous G.P. a couple of years ago and it is night and day. Dr. Shafipour is absolutely amazing. He is extremely easy to connect with when you are having a problem and is the kind of doctor you can only dream of having. I have not felt well for many years and it has never been diagnosed so I am constantly bugging him for suggestions as to whom to see next. He is extremely patient with me and does his utmost to find answers. He once said he likes to treat his patients as he would like to be treated. Well he would certainly be treated well. There aren't enough stars for this doctor.

The services I received from Doctor Pouya Shafipour is excellent and the staff are friendly and…read moreensure that I am properly informed about my health. I am so glad that I choose Doctor Shafipour and would highly recommend him. He's an excellent doctor and he is a great person Thank you again for all your help and support

This staff is amazing...always have the answers, and my Primary Doctor, Dr. Alan Lee, always…read moreremembers who I am, and why I'm there!

Very disappointing. Sahar Askarinam could barely give us time of day, sent to 8 hours of ER, she…read morenever read the charts after we left her office. Went back to ask her to review and she left office at 430. Terrible experience

For the parking. Vallet is $16. You can try your luck to get street parking. Don't go to nearest…read morepublic parking cause it cost $17 for 30 minutes and $35 for whole day. (-_-) A good size and decent seats for waiting room. No drink and food in the area. Nurses on recovery floor are extremely attentive and kind. Thanks.

My mother has now had two surgeries at UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center over the past three years,…read moreand both experiences have been outstanding. Every single staff member we have encountered--from the physicians and nurses to the technicians and support staff--has been first rate. The level of professionalism, knowledge, and attentiveness throughout the hospital is truly remarkable. The teams are incredibly thorough, compassionate, and accommodating, and it's clear that patient care is taken very seriously at every level. During stressful moments, the staff consistently took the time to explain things clearly, check in frequently, and ensure my mother was comfortable and well cared for. It genuinely feels like the "A team" works here. The coordination between departments and the overall attentiveness of the staff make a difficult experience much easier for patients and families. I can absolutely see why UCLA is considered the number one hospital in California. Our family is deeply grateful for the exceptional care my mother has received here.

Wanted to pull my review of Dr. Sorotzkin from 2009 into this listing since she's moved practices…read more While they are below (I think), the most pertinent part is: _____ "Dr. Sorotzkin is my primary physician and has been for eight years. She's been nothing but caring and practical, in addition to being a great diagnostician. She's gone the extra mile a number of times, and once in particular when I went in with severe abdominal pain and she "nailed" the diagnosis, called ahead to the ER with instructions, checked in that night and was persistent in getting me the surgery I needed when the on call surgeon was attempting to delay the surgery to the next morning (presumably because she wasn't wanting to stay later than expected). Dr. Sorotzkin's persistence paid off, and I got my surgery within the hour (around midnight). I'd recommend her to anyone. I rarely write reviews but when reading these (just found them after searching to verify the address) I was prompted to register and post because they are so at odds with my experience (see her at least three times a year for eight years). I think it's great how for common illnesses, they will work you in that day to see a physician's assistant who can do a basic exam and write prescriptions - or bring in a doctor if it's more serious. I've recommended her to others, all of whom had similarly positive results. I hate to see anyone like her get a bad rep - I've had many doctors in my life, in many parts of the country, and I'd rate her among the top."

I'm glad that Susan L wrote that review about the front desk not being professional. My last visit…read morethere, I had experienced the same thing, but now they're paying attention to the patients instead of laughing and chatting high-pitched at that front desk. Today I was treated very well and professionally by the woman at the right side of the desk. They previously were my only complaint about the office, and now I can focus on how fabulous Dr. Ruth Sorotzkin is! She reads the notes carefully from all the previous visits I've had, offers suggestions for preventative care, listens well to my input and quickly follows up with an Rx or an Imaging Request. She's fun, she's funny, and she's clever on top of being a thorough primary care doctor. I'm proud to have her as my PCP.

Five stars isn't enough for Dr. Freese and her team…read more I first met Dr. Freese when I was uninsured and looking for answers. At the time, I was experiencing symptoms that many others had attributed to anxiety, migraines, stress, or random bad luck. Dr. Freese and the other volunteer physicians listened, took my concerns seriously, and looked at the bigger picture instead of dismissing what I was experiencing. Eventually, I was diagnosed with a stroke in my right cerebellum, along with atypical seizures and ongoing neurological issues. Living with the aftermath has been challenging, but Dr. Freese has always approached my care with compassion, patience, and a genuine curiosity to find the underlying cause rather than simply treating symptoms. More recently, she has continued to help me navigate the lasting effects of my stroke, including muscle fasciculations, seizures, and chronic back pain. Even when things become stressful or confusing, she continues to advocate for me and help find solutions. What stands out most isn't just her medical knowledge. It's that she listens. She treats you like a person instead of a problem to solve, and for someone living with chronic medical conditions, that means more than I can adequately put into words. I know that whether I send a message, make an appointment, or need help during a difficult situation, Dr. Freese and her team will treat me with kindness, professionalism, and compassion. I'm incredibly grateful to have her as my physician.

I was very happy with Dr Melamed, and once she left, the other providers were not to my…read moresatisfaction. Dr Melamed is courteous; she listens attentively and does not preach to you. She has excellent bedside manners, and she really cares. The office staff is ok but needs to improve.

Unprofessional staff. I needed a BP CHECK and was being forced to see their physician. You don't…read morerequire a MD for a BPCheck. I'm am established patient, with a follow up scheduled for the next day. I walked out! Providence is the worst here in Santa Monica! They provided no care!

Urgent Care Review Only…read more How I spent today. Sunday. Allegedly "Funday". Fun? Not so much, seriously, not so much. Three days ago my hubby complained of fatigue, left sore throat pain, left ear pain. Against my admonishment, he continued to go about his business pure pluck until it wasn't. Immediately rapid Covid tested both of us. Negative two days in a row. Hey, he breathes where I breathe. Sunday, allegedly "Funday" would it be mimosas or urgent care? The latter. He kept telling me he went to UCLA urgent care. I Yelped it. Uh huh, nothing there. Finally, he found a business card in his Rolodex for here. (Yeah, who has one of those? He does.) Since we're both in the St. Johns' Providence system, I recommended we go to urgent care here today (no forms to fill out, etc.) since at the beginning of the pandemic lock down with zero home testing available, he was sick. He went here. Was it a cold or was it Covid then? Cold. Praise be! "Call them from that Rolodex card!", I yelled to determine if care is available on Sunday. It is. M-F: 8:30AM - 7:30PM Saturday & Sunday: 10:00AM - 2:30PM (Doors promptly lock at 2:20PM). Arrived at 11:30AM. Processed and seen by noon even with a few folks ahead. Vitals (A-OK), Covid, Strep test taken, negative. GREAT doctor! Professionalism with a capital "P". Sent home with OTC med Rx and to return or contact primary physician, or EMS if symptoms worsen. P.S. Photos and videos are prohibited! Couldn't even snap a pic of the flyer saying so without getting in trouble...

She does not accept PPO or any insurance, per front desk. I've never heard of a doctor have to pay…read morecash for an appointment. I never saw her or made an appt for that reason, but I think others who wish to see a doctor using insurance should know this.

Dr Ross was incredible! Three of my friends recommended her when I was in a situation where I…read moreactually needed imitate attention and surgery . She was not only there in a pinch but was constantly checking up on me before and after to make sure I was ok. It was such an easy procedure for her and so effective for me plus her manor was so healing and kind. I feel so lucky I found her and I would highly recommend her to anyone. I completely trust her - she is such a pro. I am only writing this because I just recommended her to a dear friend and said all of this to her and realized that if I was looking for a great Gynocologist in LA I would want to hear from someone who actually had experience. Dr Ross, if you are reading this I know I thanked you after the fact but I still so appreciate you!

Wonderful doctor. He makes you feel seen and REALLY listens to you. If I could rate more than 5…read morestars I would.

Dr Nikoukari has been my Primary Care Physician for years. He listens. He cares. He works hard…read more Sometimes I have to wait a bit for my appointment, but I know he is probably listening to another patient who may need more care than me at the time,so I am patient. He truly is in this profession because he cares about his patients. At this time he is not taking new patients.

I arrived early for my son's appointment and decided to read his YELP reviews. I almost fell out my…read morechair! They were pretty terrible and I began second guessing why this Doctor was the place to be. We were seen at our appointment time and Dr. Hopper came out to escort us to the exam room. He thoroughly went over the questionnaire I filled out on my son's behalf. I am writing this review because I did not experience any of the tings the other Yelpers were talking about. I'm not denying these things took place but Dr. Hopper took his time with us, answered all of my questions, and shared some tips. He was courteous and professional. Ultimately, it was a positive exchange. The real frustration was trying to find the place. There are two locations with this address; one in Venice and Santa Monica. Calling for clarification proved to be a no-go. Rather than being informed of the building name, I was told that they were by a Chik-fil-A. No specifications beyond that. There are two Chik-fil-As on Lincoln. Surely, any frustration I had is understandable. All in all, I appreciate the doctor's matter-of-fact way. No complaints with regards to that here.

Horrible service. Do not go. Office could not complete the simplest of tasks and resulting in a…read morewasted trip to the lab (they failed to alert the lab and provide wm with proper paperwork) and required I change my surgery date.