Dr. Wagner is sharp and stays on top.of things. I have never had a doctor send in my blood work…read morerequest (I use Quest Labs) and also give me a copy. Quest will then notify me if they do not hear from me to set up an appt. He sets up follow up appointments before you leave the office which gives you ample time to get your blood work done. Thete is no rushing around because of his organization skills. When Dr. Wagner determines our next step in getting me to feel better, he normally gives me options. We can do A or B and he allows me to give feedback as to what Option I would like to try. He's a busy doctor. Call as soon as possible to get an appointment.

I wanted to transfer to a different oncologist because I didnt jive with Dr Wagner…read more The calls go to a call center, not the office ( a big problem for me). 6 calls asking my records to be transferred over a 3.5 week period. She claimed the fax wouldn't go through and sent a disc WITHOUT TRACKING ON IT. That was 10 days ago and it was never received. It's crazy how badly run this practice is. Wasn't having cancer bad enough?!

Dr. Colleen Coleman was recommended by three friends independent from one another (including two…read moredoctors whom we know) to tackle my wife's bilateral neck dissection for metastisiced thyroid cancer. We were absolutely terrified at first, but knew we were in good hands. Dr. Coleman spends the necessary time with her patients and often has to deliver difficult news, so there can be a wait. Must surgeons would just rush you through. Getting through this surgery was of course emotionally and physically demanding, so this was important. The surgery went smoothly. Dr. Coleman set us up with an oncologist and endocrinologist whom are also each at the top of their game. Nine months post-operation, my wife's cancer is under control due to Dr. Coleman's follow-ups. High-dose radiation took care of the thyroid cancer in her lungs, which is showing no signs of recurring, and the slim surgical scar across her neck is fading fast. Dr Coleman's skill is evident in how faint the scar is and continues to fade over time. There are no signs of any cancer remaining in her neck. We feel like we received the best care possible and are forever grateful for Dr. Colleen Coleman for saving my wife's life.

Dr Coleman is incredible and very bright and thorough. She even called me at home herself to give…read moreme my results.

I couldn't have asked for a better surgeon for my husband than Dr. Areo Saffarzadeh, MD, along with…read morehis physician assistant, Abraham Gadelov, PA-C. Both were exceptionally helpful and kind throughout a very stressful process. Dr. Saffarzadeh put our racing minds at ease from our first meeting, explaining everything in detail and outlining the expected outcomes. We left that meeting confident that my husband was in good hands. His staff is equally kind and supportive, always addressing our concerns without making us feel like an inconvenience. Everything went according to plan, and we had the best possible outcome. From the moment we met Dr. Saffarzadeh, we felt a sense of calm and assurance that everything would be okay, and it was. Dr. Saffarzadeh is not only an outstanding surgeon but also a compassionate human being. His expertise in robotics allowed him to remove my husband's tumor with precision, making his recovery much smoother. Dr. Saffarzadeh exceeded our expectations in every way. Before the surgery was over, his hospital staff called to let me know that they were almost done and everything was going well, so I wouldn't worry. Thirty minutes later, he personally called me to say the surgery was finished, all the tumor had been removed, and my husband was recovering well. I've never met a doctor as detailed and caring as Dr. Saffarzadeh. I highly recommend him. If you need a thoracic surgeon in Orange County, CA, give his office a call. Orange County Thoracic & Cardiovascular Surgeons - Orange 1310 West Stewart Drive Suite 503 Orange, CA 92868 Phone: (714) 997-2224 We left his office feeling confident and informed. I can't thank Dr. Saffarzadeh and his wonderful staff enough for their care during what could have been the most stressful time of our lives. I wish I could give them a million stars because they truly deserve it. Thank you, Sherry Kirakosian

(I'll start by talking about Dr. Saffarzadeh's office & staff, because I'd like to allot the rest…read moreof the write-up to him...The office & staff are wonderful & kind. They are on it, & they get things done, simply put. They know what's going with each patient. For example, when we were undergoing the surgery scheduling process which has multiple steps, whenever we requested a follow up, the staff knew what was going on, & they took steps to make sure everything was being done in a timely manner. They treat us with kindness in every interaction.) On Dr. Saffarzadeh - He saved my mother's life. His expertise & skill got my mom successfully through a precarious surgery, & in no time, she & our entire family were back to our normal lives...Which is all the blessing we could ask for. Dr. Saffarzadeh gave us that - more precious time with my mom & each other. We have the utmost confidence in Dr. Saffarzadeh. He explained the treatment plan in detail & in a way we could understand. He answers & even elicits questions from us. He knows my mom's case such that every time we see him, we feel that her care is continuous, almost as if she's the only patient he has. He gets things done quickly, including speaking directly & right away with other physicians whose care was also needed to get my mom's surgery & treatment plan accomplished as quickly as possible...With right away meaning, now, right during our visit. We are so gratefully amazed by this. He even provides contact information such that we can contact him anytime. Dr. Saffarzadeh also embodies the other part of being a great physician, which is compassion. We felt it from the very first visit. We know his field must be so demanding & busy, but we never feel that from him. We can feel that he cares every time we see him, that he is giving everything he has to do what's best for his patients. We are so grateful to Dr. Saffarzadeh. In truth, I get teary-eyed in gratitude whenever I think of the profound help he has given to my mom. The community & his patients are blessed he is here & that he chose this profession of healing people. We are blessed to have him as my mom's surgeon. We have personally told him, but I hope everyday he carries with him the knowledge that he absolutely helps people & makes their lives better. We are forever indescribably grateful.

Dr Daryl Pearlstein is an AMAZING Thoracic and Lung Cancer Surgeon in the Orange County, California…read morearea, specifically with offices in Newport Beach and Irvine. I was referred to Dr Pearlstein by my Sports Medicine Doctor for my Thoracic Outlet Syndrome(TOS). I was diagnosed with severe bilateral nTOS and vTOS. I was hesitant about surgery as first because I joined these FB Groups to read about everyone's experience and majority were talking badly about Robotic Assisted Surgery. However, none of them had ever gotten Robotic Assisted Surgery and was spreading false information and scaring a lot of members who go online to read reviews and experiences. I am so GLAD I went through with surgery especially with Dr Pearlstein! When I woke up from surgery, I immediately felt relief from First Rib removal, Scalenectomy, and Neurolysis of brachial plexus! I am 4 weeks post op and can feel the difference between the right side(had surgery on) compared to my left side. I can't wait to have surgery on the left side in a few months! Dr Pearlstein and his team, Desiree, Regina, and Erin are absolutely THEE BEST! Regina responded to a ton of my emails because I was a nervous wreck! Erin spoke to me on the phone going over pre-op stuff and she really did try to calm my nerves, as well! Desiree came into the hospital the day after surgery with Dr Pearlstein to remove my chest tube and did it so smoothly and quickly! I didn't feel a thing! I read how painful it was online but it was not, at all! I can't say it enough, Dr Pearlstein and his team are truly, the "Dream team"! I appreciate them so much! Years of pain and just like that, I feel so much better, already! Thank you Dr Pearlstein for working your talented skills on me! Will see y'all in a few months!

After my last review of Dr Pearlstein things got worse. UCLA did a good job implanting the damaged…read morevocal cord which Dr Pearlstein damaged during the unnecessary surgery. But the implant doesn't work quite like my own. So now I get winded and the pulmonary breathing test indicates I can not blow into the tube like before. And of course the damaged diaphragm doesn't help. I feel my quality of life has been irreparably damaged. Whatever this doctor tells you my advice is get a second opinion and if possible check UCLA medical. I truly regret allowing this doctor do this unnecessary surgery .

I have been seeing Dr. Stebel for many years, and she has always gone above and beyond my…read moreexpectations, both as a medical professional and also as a caring human being. Not only is she well-educated and compassionate, she is on top of the most current procedures, including genetic testing. I had this done because of a history of breast cancer in my family.  She is extremely accessible and answers all of my questions thoroughly. For those of you who cannot even get through the telephone prompts to speak to your doctor, I would highly recommend this doctor who actually answers the phone herself and is willing and able to schedule an appointment with speed and flexibility.

The words you have breast cancer suck the oxygen out of the room. If the first person I was treated…read moreby after that diagnosis was Dr Stebel my outcome would have been so much different than my reality. Thorough in her engagement on your healing journey. Brilliant and simply the best!

My family has been coming to this Dr for life-extending treatment and care for almost 10 years. The…read moreVascular surgery and quick response to concerns are impeccable. I actually use the care he gives as a measure to judge other Medical Doctors in excellence. The staff is caring as well. I'm thankful that this Dr was available for my family member's care and now consider them as family. I recommend the services of Dr Nashinian to anyone who may need a vascular surgeon.

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.

I have not been this impressed with a Doctor and his staff in a long time. I called 4 different…read moreInfectious Disease Specialists in the area and none of them were taking new patients. I was starting to panic, I am 12 weeks pregnant and during my last OB appointment they discovered that I have skin infection. I was very concerned this would affect the child that I am carrying. I left a message at Dr. Sarafian's clinic and within 20 minutes I received a call from Mary. She was very helpful and went above and beyond to get the records from my OB to get the ball rolling. She was able to schedule me with Dr. Sarafian 2 days later! She was so efficient and communicative. When I told her that it is hard for me to get much time off work, she emailed me the paperwork to fill out right away and even called to confirm that I got it. The level of customer service totally exceeded my expectations! I had my appointment with Dr. Sarafian today and he was Fantastic. One of the most sincere, compassionate and attentive doctor's visits I have ever had. I know he must see dozens of patients per day, but I felt that the interaction was personal and that he truly cared. That is all that I can ask from a Physician. He answered all of my questions, provided me with a treatment plan that he assured will not harm my baby in any way. Literally 15 minutes after the visit I received a call that my medication was ready at the pharmacy. If you need an Infectious Disease Specialist, I highly recommend the Orange County Infectious Disease Clinic. Thank you Dr. Sarafian, Mary and Dawn. I truly appreciate all that you have done to make this a very positive experience!

Dr Sarafian and his Nurse Mary are two of the most efficient caring people I have ever met , They…read morewould not quit . They are the reasoning will be around many years to enjoy my Grandchildren, God bless these two fine professionals