Been going there for years. Phone systems do not work…read more Even hard for doctors to call their own office! Hit and miss with good providers. Better than nothing. The other clinic may be a bit better.

I was sad to see 3 1-star reviews for the Health Center, and surprised. Yes, there are problems…read morewith ALL clinics these days. A major issue is the shortage of GPs. Doctors spend a fortune becoming doctors, and the only way they can pay that money back is to specialize; so too few become general practioners. Additionally, the computerization of our records was an essential step in appropriate care, but some doctors then spend their patient visits with their heads in the computer & not listening much to their patient. All that having been said, I have never been treated with anything but kindness and patience by the staff at NCFHC. Sometimes, someone might be having a bad day and not smiling, but their care has been efficient & their sadness or grumpiness has not rubbed off on me. It does take WEEKS to get in to see my doctor, and that's a negative; but it isn't the clinic's fault. Alternatively, they have a staff of urgent-care folks who can see walk-ins, so the disadvantage is ameliorated if my need is more immediate (though it doesn't work for refills! -- see below). My one agreement with other reviewers is how long it sometimes takes to get a refill on a controlled substance. I understand the need to "control" such prescriptions, but if you need to be seen before the 'scrip can be refilled & you can't get an appointment for weeks (always longer than a month now), then you will surely run out before you can be seen. Drugs that are supposed to be taken every day, consistently, are not helpful if you have to go off them while waiting for the 'scrip to filled again. You may go through a form of withdrawal, however mild it might be, and then a period of acclimating when you start up again. This sucks! Especially when it happens repeatedly. There must be a better way. On the whole, I like the service I get at the clinic. We're on "the Coast", peeps. It ain't like bein' in the Big City. And that's why we like it here. Generally.

My first appt with Dr. Young was better than I expected. He not only was prepared for my appt,…read moremeaning he had actually reviewed my medical records ahead of time, he also listened to my history and asked excellent questions He has a very good bedside manner and seems to be very caring. My experience with two other pain management doctors and their offices in Lakeport and Santa Rosa was not very satisfactory. I would highly recommend Dr. Chang.

From the owner: Pain is one of the number one reasons people seek medical attention today. If you suffer from pain…read moretheres hope and healing that can come from the proper diagnosis and care. Our pain management team will help prescribe the right treatments to get you the relief youre looking for.

Dr. Brown and his staff Dahlia are amazing! I moved here 10…read moreyears ago from Bay area, where my doctor had me on such high levels of painkillers.. and more it was hard to function and come to find out with the help of Dr.Browns office the meds my previous doctor had me on were making me sicker. Since then with there help I am so much healthier and only take one medication for pain and it is a very small dose now I feel amazing and all the illnesses and problems started to melt away. I am so grateful for Doc Brown and Dahlia for taking me on as a new patient and helping e get back into my normal active life! So friendly and accommodating and kind !

I saw Dr Brown for three years. He had me on percocet, an opioid for chronic pancreatitis. Opioid…read morepain killers are the only recommended treatment for this condition. Suddenly and without warning, he cut me off and wanted to stop seeing me as a patient. So even knowing I was likely dependent on that narcotic, he didn't care. I just think it is evil for a doctor to deliberately inflict pain seemingly without reason. It seems as if overnight he became a horrible and irresponsible doctor. He got cancer and hasn't been the same since. He's cut his office hours to four mornings a week, and should probably just retire. His head is no longer in the game. Save yourself lots of grief and move on from this guy.

Awesome time with Skyler Thomas and my acupuncture sessions. He is kind, considerate and actually…read morelistens and very professional.

Some of the medical providers are really good, others frightfully incompetent. I had a rash of my…read moreleg, the doctor looked at, shrugged his shoulders. Didn't have anything to say other than I don't know. I started moisturing my legs at the suggestion of a friend and the rash disappeared. My PCP is great but his office, the admin, and I guess their referral department are non-communicative in the literal sense. I was promised a referral to a cardiologist and after three weeks and four phone calls, I don't have one and no one has even bothered to return my calls. I had given up on the Adventist clinic for the same reasons and am now giving up on this lot. I found a Sutter PCP in Healdsburg. Sutter is a well-oiled machine. I recommend it to anyone distressed about the lack of care on the Mendocino Coast.

I've had to visit this ER twice in less than six months…read more First time I had a suspicion of an undiagnosed condition that I've been trying to get figured out with my primary care physician for over a year (they figured it out!) they were fast with checking me in, They took the time to listen to me, they did exactly what I asked to get a diagnosis and they sent me home with a surgeons referral. If you know the anxiety that comes with chronic illness the you know finally having answers is a win and weight off the shoulders. Second visit again was just as great as the first. I was treated for my pain. I had different nurses and doctors this time . They were all wonderful, treated me with kindness and care. I've never felt like I was being mistreated or dismissed here.

If you're looking to save your health or help a loved one DO NOT GO HERE! My relative was sent out…read moreof there today after a quick what was called an evaluation and left the hospital passed out and was diagnosed with pneumonia and upper respiratory distress at another hospital. They sent her home to die basically. Telling her if it doesn't get better to come back tomorrow to pay them more money for the job they didnt do the first time. What if there was no tomorrow because she drowned in the fluid that was built up in her lungs and died. My relative was NEGLECTED in the Emergency room and refused the X-Ray she requested. Was thay even a doctor? Stay clear of Howard Memorial, the hospital that doesn't care and is NOT thorough. Santa Rosa is the only place you can get proper treatment and care. Not with Adventist health. Save yourself the grief.

Dr Young has been seeing me for 5 years now. I'm writing to give my highest recommendation for Dr…read moreYoung . First the backstory: I have lived with chronic pain my entire life, literally from the day I was born. I have a congenital birth defect that was not diagnosed until I was 55 years old. Rather than making my pain better, the surgery they did to remove the mass they discovered in my pre-sacral body cavity turned out to dramatically increase it. During this time period, I was treated by the pain clinic at Stanford Hospital. They were excellent, and I felt Based on my experience that they deserved their reputation as one of the best pain clinics in the country. Still, my pain worsened Along with my PTSD and I ended up having to move from the congested mid-Peninsula Town of Palo Alto to Ukiah. I was referred to Dr Young and after literally Decades of seeing pain doctors either did not understand, did not deeply listen, or did not have their focus on me. Dr Young has helped me get off of methadone-It has been 3 years now. He has worked with me to find the most effective medication for procedure for me that has the lowest side effect and risk profile. He is always willing to offer me new ideas and possible solutions to my predicament. Perhaps the greatest thing he has given me is Hope. At one point I had an accidental overdose. When I woke up in the emergency room the first face I saw was Dr Young at my bedside. He reached over and gave me a deep long hug. Not the kind of thing a doctor does. I start to cry when I think about it now. He stayed within healthy doctor/patient boundaries yet managed to give me a level of support I did not receive from anyone in my family.

Dr. Young began seeing me through referral in 2013. It's now 2021. We've been through a lot, trying…read moremany procedures, surgeries , medications and have built up a trust I've only had with just one other doctor & I'm 67 years old now. He actually pulls his chair closer ( before C19) to talk to you, so you really know he listens. He continually expands his knowledge in the field of pain management, networking with colleagues (friends) from even Japan for me. He's brilliant and wants to work with you not just for you. If he, or I, had to move, I'd drive to wherever he is for appointments . He works 24 hours a day I think. You become a team for your health & if you are willing to put the work in you will get better. He has told me I should have been in a walker or more years ago. I told him I'm too stubborn for that. Some days it is hard to get out of bed I'min so much physical pain whereupon, I've called him on weekends or after hours and he has never derided me for calling & always supportive and caring, wanting to help. If you are really a team player, get a referral if he is still accepting. Get ready to not just take pills...

Dr. Damara Hale is an excellent physician. You couldn't do better. She is highly skilled in her…read moreprofession and very knowledgeable. I feel so blessed to be under her care. She takes the time to listen and to explain things in a manner for which one can understand. She is a kind and compassionate person who genuinely care cares for her patients.

I can't recommend Dr. Hale highly enough. She is a warm, caring person and a consummate physician…read more Don't be fooled by how young she looks. In my 83 years I don't believe I've ever had a better doctor. I feel extremely lucky to have found her.

This is Avery good Dr., I worked with him in the past in Eureka CA…read more He really does listen to his patients, he's very attentive.

Dr. Ramchandami has been seeing my wife for about a year or more and he always remembers my wife…read moreand her case. It makes me know she is in good hands. When choosing a pain provider you understand that you want someone compassionate and understanding and smart. That is him. Plus his sock game is beyond this world.

Dr. Mulvilhill is a fantastic surgeon. I had my left hip replaced by him last year and it went…read moreawesome. Very little time to recover. This year I had him replace my right hip and again in 10 days I was walking without a cane. The home care therapists are excellent and I would highly recommend using Dr. Mulvihill to replace your hips. I am 73 years old and can now get around without any pain. He has an awesome bedside manner and listens to all your concerns.

I went to Dr. Mulvihill in 2025 to get a second opinion regarding a Total Knee Replacement that…read morewasn't healing after 2 years. He had me take a Bone Scan & CT scan. The scans showed the prosthesis was loose. Dr. Mulvihill discussed that he would have to open Knee up to see what's going on & fix the issue. I felt very confident that Dr. Mulvihill would be able to repair/ fix my Knee. Dr. Mulvihill is a highly skilled Orthopedic Surgeon who made me feel comfortable & confident that he could repair my damaged knee. He clearly explained what needed to be done to repair Failed Knee Replacement. I feel truly blessed to have received surgical care from a standout Orthopedic surgeon. He is compassionate, soft spoken, kind, caring & informative. The way he fixed my knee will always be remembered with gratitude. The commitment i received as your patient is nothing short of inspiring. My best compliments for your exceptional care for making a huge difference in my life. My activity level has excelled since Revision knee replacement. Im ecstatic. I'd also like to thank the staff & surgical team as well. They were great. I wouldn't think twice about choosing Dr. Mulvihill to do any further surgeries for me. He's the best in the business .

Dr. Harris is a wonderful GP. She is knowledgeable, takes her time to get to know you and your…read moregoals, and goes the extra mile to see that you are effectively cared for. I highly recommend her.