I've never met a doctor like Dr. Linzey! He is very interested in what you have to say...spends time with you, and listens ... imagine that ... a doctor that LISTENS!! He's super thorough in explaining whatever it is that you are having done or need to have done. I appreciate his caring bedside manner and that he is a faith filled man! I'm a fairly new patient, however, I feel like I've known him forever. He is gentle and kind and very easy to talk to! I also want to note that his office staff are wonderful! Very personable and friendly!! read more

i had four miscarriages before Michael and he showed such sincere care and consideration to see I had a viable pregnancy . he delivered my son ; a healthy baby and two years later Michael saved my life during delivery to a beautiful baby girl! i named her Linzey Michelle after Dr Linzey ! I will be eternally grateful to him. read more

I'm sorry this is so long, but I had a lot to say LOL. As a husband, I cannot speak higher of Dr Linzey. He delivered both of my children, as well as my niece and nephew. My wife had a hip disease that made everything she did much more difficult, and caring our babies was exceptionally hard on her. But Dr. Linzey treated my wife with the upmost dignity and respect. He encouraged Renee (my wife) and was always gentle with her hip when she was in his office. When Renee was pregnant with our son, her AFP test (I think that's the name of it) came back that my son may have a 1 in 100 chance of having Down's Syndrome and/or spina bifida. After the test, Dr Linzey comforted both Renee and I and said to just believe that all will be fine. Then when Renee's blood pressure got so high, it was time to deliver my son, who was 8 weeks early. Prior to going into the room to have a c-section, Dr. Linzey prayed with us, for my son, and for us as parents. It was so sweet. Both Renee and I cried. Thankfully, a side from being really small at birth (3.7 lbs) Garrett was healthy and had no issues! He's 21 now and is an amazing young man. When we found out that Renee was pregnant again, Dr Linzey was again very supportive. My wife gave birth (via c-section) to a beautiful little girl,who has her Momma's stunning blue eyes. Makaylen is now 18, and is a beautiful young lady. Unfortunately, my beautiful wife of nearly 30 years passed away 2 years ago. I'm not sure how to move on without her, and I'm not sure Dr Linzey even knows. Renee ALWAYS spoke highly of Dr. Linzey, as do I to this day. Dr. Linzey if you see this, I hope you know how important you were to my wife and I. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for always taking care of Nay. Greg Godsey. read more

This review is not for the doctor since I have been there over 6 times in 3 months and never even got to meet/see him. This is for his nurses. There are serious issues with this office. I went to them because of glowing reviews but my experience wasn't the same. I left their office after 3 months and my 1st trimester. 1. First time I went, I was so nauseous and ill, they checked me out then gave me the wrong prescription. They gave me the WRONG dosage of anti-nausea medications. They called me after 2 days and told me to come back. WTH, what if I had filled and taken the prescription? Thank god I didn't cause I was so sick, I was waiting for the weekend to do so. 2. Second visit, they didn't apologize about the prescription error, they called me in and the nurse started telling me about my many problems and told me about all the risks I had...and I was like what? This was my 2nd visit! How did you come to this conclusion without tests? Turns out they HAD THE WRONG CHART and thought that I was someone else. WTF!!!?? No apologies, they then just acted like it didn't happen. 3. Third visit, I kept telling them I was so ill and I needed to rest, so could they please write me a note for my workplace since I was taking time off for being ill. They put me through so much drama asking for the note, it was hardly worth it. 4. 5th visit, I asked to talk to the head nurse because the previous errors were freaking me out and I didn't want to have it happen again. The nurse was defensive and said those things happen to everyone and I was like, you give out wrong prescriptions and misdiagnose all the time??? 5. 6th and last visit, I asked the nurse taking my blood pressure if I needed to take the gestational diabetes test, and she was like no, we're assuming you have it cause you're overweight. I was like WHAT? I didn't believe her until she gave me a package and wanted to schedule me in for Diabetes classes and referred me to a clinic where I was to buy the blood drawing equipment and act like I already had diabetes, even though they NEVER gave me a test! The last straw was when I got phone calls and a letter stating that I was a BAD patient for not going to the clinic for diabetes (that coincidentally the doctor owns and probably makes money from the referrals) and that THEY WILL PRAY for me, even though I told them we were not religious. I would highly NOT recommend this chaotic office due to all the ERRORS that they make and assumptions. Other cons: you have to pay for parking...it adds up. The person they hire to do the intro classes is really bad too. She made not breastfeeding sound like it was the end of the world and kept on promoting the diabetes/nutritional clinic the doctor owns and of course her own birthing classes. I've had better time share presentations than that class. :( I've switched to Kaiser and it's so much better... read more

I work at St. Joseph Hospital and have heard nothing but amazing things about Dr. Linzey and his staff. So far everything's true! He even has a facebook following! Dr. Linzey is such a kind man with a truly gentle demeanor. Every appointment is special and very personal. His office staff is well-seasoned and know every detail about delivering at St. Joseph Hospital and what the process is. They are extremely professional and have made this otherwise overwhelming process very easy! I deliver in June and am 100% positive I'm in the best of hands! read more

We were fooled into staying with false hope that Dr. Linzey will come back from his leave. It's been 9 months and he isn't coming back! We realized they are just luring patients in and giving them false hope based on Linzey stellar reputation. Now we are stuck with Dr Fiorentino who I do not really like. He's a nice enough guy but not good enough for me to feel comfortable in delivering my first baby or obliging to my birth plan. He made it very clear during my first appointment that he wasn't on the same page as me regarding my delivery preferences. He made it sound like he knows best and I haven't done my research to make a smart decision. I know my body best and I want what's best for my baby, a good OB should know this. In addition, they always treat my husband like a criminal over the phone and in person. Like he isn't welcome there at all just because he isn't the one who's pregnant. This mistreatment is disgusting because my husband deserves the same level respect as me and my baby. If you cannot understand that we come to you as a family then you don't deserve our money. My last appointment I showed up 15 minutes early and expected the usually 30-45 min wait. It was exactly 2 hours before the nurse called us in. This is simply unacceptable! The only good things left about this practice are Dr Linzey's reputation, Janine the NP, and one of their nurses (forgot her name) but she has dark hair, light complexion and always greets you warmly. I'm making a last minute switch to another Dr. because I just do not have the confidence in this new doctor. read more

I waited for so long to write this review. My friend recommended dr Linzey when she knew I was pregnant. I didn't even search around and decided to go see him. Dr Linzey is amazing. He is one of the nicest doctor I have ever met. He is so good at what he does. He is sincere and he is just an amazing doctor and person. I was lucky that he was at the hospital when I had my baby girl. I'm so thankful that I was under his care. My insurance paid his office a total amount of $3000 for a normal vaginal delivery. We also paid about $80 out of pocket for the ultrasound. The only reason I don't give his office a five star is because of the long wait, the staff's attitude and billing issue. I always make appointment in advance so I can come in early in the morning or after I leave work. Morning appointments were fine. The wait was less than 10 minutes but the wait in the late afternoon was always 40 minutes. I always ended up paying for parking because the visit lasted for more than 1 hour. My postpartum follow up was the worst. I waited for 40 minutes to see a nurse practitioner. After that I had to wait another 30 minutes in exam room. I was breastfeeding at the time so I was leaking so much when laying on the exam table without my bra to wait for the nurse. The receptionist tend to be rude on the phone. I think they know that nobody is gonna do anything about it since they all have been there for so long. The last thing is that I asked them to fill out my disability paperwork with the state of California. I got a bill of $30 for that. Also I had to extend my leave by two weeks due to a postpartum depression. This time the office charged me another $15. I think they should have waived these fees since my insurance already paid 3k for this whole service. And it is for DISABILITY. Overall, I would still recommend this office since dr Linzey is so awesome. However you just have to suck it up while dealing with the other stuffs, read more

I highly recommend Dr. Linzey. I was hospitalized for high risk pregnancy for approximately 4months. I was told that I was at risk of loosing my twins. However, Dr. Linzey helped me through this ordeal and made sure that I was taken care of every step of the way. He is very professional and always listened to my needs. I trusted his care and was blessed with my twins. In fact, I trust his whole staff. I've seen a few of his PA's who have always treated me with exceptional care. Just as well as Dr. Linzey himself. As for appointment wait or emergencies... I've never had a long wait. Unlike some places I've been to. read more

Dr. Linzey is the best doctor I have ever known! He really listens to you and answer all your questions thoroughly and in detail. I really wish he coule b my childs pediatrician and my primary care. However he only specialize in obgyn. The office is very clean. I love how they set up all my pregnancy appointments all at once. Also, the staff is very friendly. The office can get crowded but its okay. I will definately go to Dr. Linzey for all my pregnancies! (You should too! I really dp recommend him!) read more

We are SUPER excited that Dr Linzey will be handling the birth of our second child, he was so AWESOME with our first.

Best doctor! Amazing staff! Clean office! Love it! Dr. Linzey is out on disability and Dr. Fiorentino is taking or for the mean time. Both are GREAT!!!! The office staff is extremely helpful. The PAs are amazing!!!! read more

Linzey E Michael MD - View of St. Joseph Hospital - Obstetricians & Gynecologists Near Me

I agree with you. In 1998 I gave birth to a Still Born baby boy...........due to the negligence of Janine. Highly recommended by a friend to see Michael Linsey and not once was I examined or treated by him. The ONE and ONLY time I saw him was when I had to RTC as a walk in patient. Mr Linzey cold heartedly told me that my "baby was dead" and presented "no heartbeat". Michael had the nerve to ask if I wanted to be induced and to go home and wait until I was ready to deliver. Excuse me........would he accept this heartless treatment plan for his wife or daughter? I think not! I told him absolutely not and that I wanted to be admitted to prepare to deliver my stillborn baby. This was in the presence of my then 9 year old daughter. Reason for my walk in visit was because the staff failed to hem me after I told them my baby stopped kicking me. Staff told me to drink orange juice and lie on my left side until I felt my baby kick. I fell asleep waiting. Tired from calling countless times without proper Triaging........I decided to walk in. I was full term and weeks shy of delivering. In retrospect, the day we learned the sex of our baby boy via ultra sound .......the tech acted extremely peculiar and would not tell me why she perseverated on a particular aspect of my baby. She called in one if the specialists and when I expressed my concern as to why she seemed worried.......they covered up their concern. Early on my pregnancy I distinctly remembered that Janine had given me a script for a vaginal cream. I expressed my hesitation in fear of harming my baby. She insisted I take it. Janine should have her license revoked. She is extremely negligent. I would NEVER recommend anyone to this NEGLIGENT and disorganized practice. I filed a complaint with the board of nursing but Linzey covered up for her. Grateful that my 2 beautiful healthy granddaughters were not delivered by this practice. One day Michael Linzey and Janine will stand FACE TO FACE WITH GOD and they will have to answer to Him .........the negligent and evil things they have gotten away with on this side of heaven. ******The nurse at the hospital (not Linzey's staff) was amazing. God blessed me with an amazing angelic nurse who had walked in my shoes and had so much compassion. This lovely nurse explained everything to me and had ENOUGH SENSE AND COMPASSION to gave me deliver in the area where women had hysterectomies and other procedures so that I would not be surrounded by crying babies during my time of grieving the loss. I have assurance that I will see my baby Daniel Joseph one day in heaven. We visited the hospital soon after the experience to pay our respects and show gratitude to this beautiful nurse. May she be tremendously blessed for being a faithful servant. read more

Dr. Linzey and all Nurse Practioners are great....its the Front Desk that needs lessons on Privacy and Professionalism.

If you are looking for a caring, compassionate, experienced, highly competent and spiritual doctor, he is your man! I have been a patient of Dr. Linzey since 1996. He has sucessfully delivered all four of my children via ceasarean. Each prenatal visit was a good experience and he took the time to make sure all of my questions and fears were addressed. His staff is very competent and they have been with him for years. Wish everyone could have a boss like him :) Also, Dr. Zepeda whom he rotates on-call shifts with at the hospital, is an awesome doctor as well. Suffice to say, you will be in great hands if you're lucky enough to become a patient of Dr. Linzey read more

I had endometresis and had severe cramping and pain during my periods. I was literally bedridden. He gave some good advice how to help elevate the pain. I could not take the medicine he prescribed. He refused to help me or prescribe medication for this horrible periods. He wanted to prescribe the depo shot which I had and it caused me a great deal of severe health issues. He is nothing further to help. He also failed to diagnosis endometresis. By the time I saw a obgyns that was not a quack it was so severe I now I am always in pain. read more

I had a great experience ,the Dr,and staff are amazing and friendly since you walk in the door..I would definitely recommend family members ... read more

Dr. Linzey was wonderful to me but I do have to confess that getting through to his office is a nightmare and that not all of the other people on the staff have been as good. I hear he is still on leave, which is too bad.Finding a good doctor is tough and the staff make a tremendous difference. I'm beyond baby-bearing age but wish others well. read more

Dr Linzey was a great doctor. Too bad he is on a leave of absence.

Great Dr, very professional but down to earth. He gave me a lot of great info and gave me the prescription I needed. Staff is very friendly. I would recommend this dr in a heart beat. read more

Very busy office but scheduling has improved over the years. I love Dr Fiorentino and trust his medical expertise greatly. The nurse practitioners are thorough, careful and extremely thoughtful. He takes precaution when necessary but doesn't sweat the small stuff when it comes to pregnancy. My husband and I would recommend him to anyone seeking prenatal care! read more

PLEASE do NOT go to Dr. Linzey for your gyn care. He is not monitoring his nurses and his nurse Jeanine Henderson is especially negligent. Their negligence caused ovarian cancer in my friend which will probably take her life. After chemo she has numb feet and legs and cataracts and will probably not live to see her children get married or have babies thanks to Dr. Linzey's negligence. If you value your health go to a doctor who is not too busy to offer good care because Dr. Linzey "raped" this friend with his negligence. read more

By the pictures all over his office, you can tell Dr. Linzey has been in the baby business for quite some time. I don't know about the rest of y'all but thats something I look for in a doctor.To me, that means that there is nothing going on with me that he hasn't seen before and when I go into the delivery room, nothing is going to throw him for a loop. I like an old school doctor, not someone who is going to tell me to eat chia seeds and cut out gluten or some other ridiculous new age mumbo jumbo ;just back to basics sensible pregnancy guidelines. I had GD, I went to the clinic & they are super supportive and hands on. Dr. Linzey's office has seen me through one early term miscarriage and the subsequent pregnancy and birth of my daughter. I was lucky enough to give birth on a day Dr. Linzey was there at St. Jospeh's and I'm happy to say the whole process went off without a hitch. (except for the mean admitting nurse named Brooke which is a whole other Yelp review!) read more

If you are still thinking in going to see this doctor, go! He is the best doctor. I'm very blessed that God put this doctor in my path. My own doctor didn't even deliver my baby but I was lucky enough he was at SJH that day. I had gestational diabetes, I was concern the minute I arrived to the hospital and found out my doctor was not going to be there I felt worry but all the nurses and staff told me Dr.Linzey was one of the best doctor and that he even deliver their first baby so I was relief. He came to see me at my room, took his time to listen to my concerns and answered all my questions without getting angry if I disagree with him. I pushed for 2 hours and the baby didn't come out and he said "you work so hard I'm not going to do a C-Section without trying something else" so he use the vacuum to help deliver naturally. He even waited to see the baby again until I was in my room and checked on me the next day. Wow I had the best experience with him. My next child I will go with him even if I have to pay. My first baby best doctor ! Thank you! read more

Dr. Linzey was an amazing Dr. for my son 2 years ago and extremely great with our concerns and looking into things or allowing us to make our own decisions as well. He was encouraging, reassuring when we were nervous with our first, and prayed over our son before and after he was born. We loved his as our Doctor. In fact, we stayed in CA a little bit longer for him to deliver our second baby. Sadly, he went on leave. Dr. F. did a good job taking over, but he was trying to fill BIG shoes. I give him props for as well as he did taking over. I know he made a lot of sacrifices with switching over. They did many things the same. We missed Dr. Linzey for delivery though! Heal up soon! read more

I only saw Linzey once in the 6 years that I have "been a patient". He took on way to many pregnancies to deal with pre or post menopausal women. I really like the 2 Nurse Practitioners I have seen so I have continued to go there. It sounds like Linzey will not be practicing again. The BIGGEST complaint I have is the staff. They are the rudest bunch of women I've encountered yet. Linzey seems like a very nice kind man. It is beyond me why he would allow the attitudes of the females he employs. read more

Highly recommended, and you can't say that much about an OB. You will run into people all over, at the park, pre-schools, your own dr, that uses Dr. Linzey. His staff is awesome, his office is on top of everything, is comforting, and they have a nurse that is on phones each day to solely answer questions. amazing amazing experience with the births of my children, as well as many many many friends and colleagues who have had the opportunity to use Dr Linzey. Call asap since most times he is capped out and can't take new patients. good luck and congrats to anyone who is his patient read more