Update: I wanted to come back and update my review because I've noticed a real improvement in my experience with the office. Dr. Wadhwa has always been great. He's attentive, thorough, and caring, and I've always felt good about the internal medicine care I receive from him. My previous concerns were with the office experience, not with Dr. Wadhwa. More recently, my interactions with both the front desk and medical assistant have been much more positive. They've been helpful, courteous, and professional, and the overall experience feels noticeably better. I purposely waited before updating my review because I wanted to make sure I wasn't basing it on just one good visit. I'm glad to see the improvement and think it's only fair to acknowledge it read more

I had a very disappointing experience with Dr. Wadhwa and will not be returning. From the start of the appointment, he repeatedly interrupted me while I was trying to explain my symptoms (lower back pain) and my recent urgent care visit. Before allowing me to finish, he dismissed my concerns and stated, "I'm not a back doctor, I can't help you." When I attempted to provide context, including a prior back injury and medical records I brought with me, he refused to review them and instead insisted--multiple times--that my pain was solely due to my weight. He did not examine me, ask follow-up questions, or consider my medical history. His tone was dismissive, and at times he appeared to roll his eyes when I tried to speak. When I shifted the conversation to the reason for my visit--discussing my treatment plan and medication (Mounjaro)--he again interrupted me and incorrectly insisted that the medication cost was $300. I explained that my pharmacy quoted $1,300 and offered to show proof, but he dismissed my input and continued to argue rather than listen. Throughout the visit, I felt talked over, disregarded, and disrespected. I left without my concerns being addressed and without any meaningful care or guidance. Patients deserve to be listened to and treated with respect--this experience did not meet that standard. I would not recommend this provider based on my experience. read more

I'm in recovery from having my gallbladder out because Dr Wadhwa made me go to Torrance Memorial a few days ago to get images and I was told to come to the emergency. Now I'm alive and in a bed at Torrance Memorial. Thank You Dr Wadhwa. You saved my life! read more

Worst Dr I have ever had the displease of meeting. Didn't read test results completely. Attributed a whole array of ailments to low thyroid function. Two encounters were enough to convince me he is a quack. After seeking treatment elsewhere I was told from two different friends that they too had decided to find competent treatment elsewhere. read more

Raju Wadwha has been our families primary care physician for over 20 years. Forget self diagnosing and go see Dr. Wadwha. He is knowledgable, intensely concerned with your health. You won't be sorry you went to see a great doctor and a truly good guy. read more

Dr. Wadhwa has been my GP since 1997. When I moved to California to start my law practice, a colleague recommended him. For going on 30 years, Dr. Wadhwa has taken care of me, witnessed me get married, start and raise a family, and experience many health-related issues. Throughout that time, he has been a doctor, a friend, and a trusted advisor. I practice health care law. I know doctors. I know medicine. I've never met a more devoted man to medicine. He is equally devoted to his family, his patients and his staff. I trust Raju with my life. He doesn't tell you what you want to hear, he tells you how it is, and he tells you what to do about it. I simply cannot say enough good things about this very good man. read more

Dr WadhaWas my pcp for over 20 years. After retirement, I switched to a doctor closer to me. It's been a disaster switching. It's when you realize what a great PCP I had all these years. read more

I went to ER last week and they recommended to follow up with my primary physician. My primary physician wouldn't be available until July, so they offered me an appointment with doctor Wadhwa. I asked if I had to bring anything or send my ER exams upfront and they said no. The day prior my appointment someone from their office called me and asked to bring my current prescriptions bottles and again, didn't have to bring anything besides that. When I got there the doctor REFUSED to see me as I didn't have the printed ER results, they asked to send through email, I sent and and the doctor still refused to see me as had to be printed or sent through fax (who still uses fax???) so I questioned the assistant as I was told 2x on the phone I didn't have to bring anything and the answer was "it was not me that picked up the phone and we have a lot of new hires". How is that my fault? The doctor simply refused to see me while I was there in pain. I would not recommend to anyone as there's clearly a lack of communication between the staff and the doctor is extremely arrogant. read more

Dr Wadhwa is my PCP. He is the best doctor I have every had. Hi is very knowledgeable and is a very caring doctor. I highly recommend Dr Wadhwa. read more

today was my first visit and was very pleased with my consultation.the entire office staff was ver nice and helpful. my husband and I were very impressed and had to share. read more

First time (last year), I requested for an appointment as I had fever and cough, and urgently needed doctor's appointment. As mentioned in my insurance card, he is my primary care physician. Appointment team said next available appointment after 2 months. I had to visit another doctor. Second time (this year), I requested for an appointment as I had infection in my leg. They said the available appointment after 1 month. I had to visit another doctor. Third time (this month), I requested for an appointment for annual health check up and got an appointment. I was just 5 minutes late. He told to reschedule the appointment. read more

My husband and I had our annual Wellness check with Dr. Wadhwa yesterday. It was as always a positive experience. He explained our results in details with us and made good suggestions. We are blessed to have him as our PCP. We did not feel rushed. His explanations were simple and easy to understand. Maria is also wonderful, helpful and very kind. read more

GREAT DOCTOR! Dr. Wadhwa always takes the time to explain, ask questions and listen. He is very thorough and provides the "why" behind whatever he is recommending. When I was ill, he called the next day to check on me -- great "old school" service! His staff is super nice as well. My whole family goes to him and have referred friends too! read more

Dr. Raju is a wonderful doctor by profession and a good human too in treating a patient. He listens peacefully and accepts our specifications and does whats really best for everyone. I strongly recommend him for his peace, encouraging words and right treatment to a patient. read more

Dr Wadhwa has been my doctor for over 20 years! He is amazing! He is to the point! He tells it to you like it is! But in a very very nice way!!! He is the best! I moved to Downey now but I still make the 45 minute trip to come see him. read more

I have nothing but high praise for Dr. Wadhwa. He has been professional and warm, always with a smile and a bit of advice. And an exceptional surgeon... almost no scars at all. Truly the best. read more

Dr Wadhwa is very good doctor. My whole family goes there. He takes time and discusses the issue in detail. He is very knowledgeable and gives a straight forward advice even if it's rude but he will tell the fact which in a long run is in our favor. The waiting time is not very long unlike some other doctor offices. read more

Dr. Wadhwa himself is a very knowledgeable, caring & nice dr. However, the receptionist who answers the phone is rude & unfriendly. She should really change her attitude & welcome the patients with a little more gratitude. Her tone is not what you want to hear when you call the office. Other than that we have been going to Dr. Wadhwa for over 15 years & do not have any complaints about him! read more

Dr. Wadhwa is the best!! Such a knowledgable, caring, informed and wonderful Doctor. I am so grateful to have found him, he was so helpful when I went in with some medical issues. He was so thoughtful, kind and had such a good beside manner. Immediately I felt at ease with him. He is a caring family man who looks out for the patient first. Most doctors rush you, they are lured in by the Politics of Insurance Companies, and you feel like cattle. Not Dr. Wadhwa. He took his time, did a comprehensive exam and TOOK HIS TIME EXPLAINING EVERYTHING TO ME!!! Not many doctors do that anymore. He is different from every Doctor I've met here in Los Angeles. I really appreciate Dr Wadhwa, he made me feel like a member of his family. I recommend him 100%!!! read more

No disrespect intended to previous reviewers, but my experience with Dr. Wadhwa could not be more contrary to theirs. I find Dr. Wadhwa to be a very knowledgable physician with excellent medical and interpersonal skills. He is extremely wise, communicative, asks intelligent and meaningful questions and I trust him implicitly. He's as good a family physician as I've ever experienced and I strongly recommend him to others. read more

My entire family has been seeing Dr Wadhwa as our PCP for several decades now and we have no interest in switching docs until the day he retires. Even after my parents retired and moved states they continued to see Dr Wadhwa thru tele-health. Dr Wadwha is very honest and straight to the point while still having compassion for his patients. To me that's as ideal as a doc can be. I can see some other reviewers don't appreciate his direct-ness and have taken it the wrong way - but wouldn't you prefer a doc who gets straight to the point than one who can't seem to give you any definitive answers? Everytime I leave his office I have 1) answers, 2) relief, and 3) more knowledge as he always educates his patients with valuable facts and anecdotes. He's a great family doc, especially in this busy world. Office is clean, quiet, and you get in and out in minutes. Thanks dr wadhwa, Sylvia, and all the other nurses and staff - you are all fantastic. read more

I started seeing Dr. Wadhwa about 6 years ago and was happy, thought he was a good, thorough Dr. & even recommended him to friends & family. In Feb this year, I went in for a visit and he was not only rude but MEAN & said things I never thought a Dr would say to his patient and I left there in tears. Recently, I was hesitant about seeing him again but had an earache and also needed to find out why he wasn't refilling my Rx that he had been refilling for over a year and he again was rude and MEAN and said he was not refilling my prescriptions anymore. He made false accusations to me accusing me of lying about an earache to come in for a Rx refill. The prescriptions I was on are not the type that you should be taking off and on and now I am out until I can get in with a new IM. I am so shocked and disappointed that ANY Dr. can act this way towards a long time patient, and decide whenever he wants without any notice that he is cutting my Rx off. I'm not sure if he is going through some personal issues or perhaps is in trouble with his practice so he is acting out but I would not recommend anyone seeing him. I have NEVER experienced this type of treatment by someone who takes an oath to put their patients health & wellness as their priority and to treat patients. I have never left a Dr. office in tears, TWICE. read more

Been my doctor for years. Dr. Wadhwa is the best. Knowledgable on Pharmacology like no other. Extremely compassionate and thoughtful. I read the other review and it is describing a physician that in no way refers to Raju Wadhwa, md. read more

I am visiting my daughter here from India. After my arrival, I got sick and was facing high palpitation and by monitoring at home, we observed that i had high systolic mostly. we thought of seeing a doctor, an internal medicine one to begin with. We took an appointment with Dr Wadhwa. At the hospital, on my turn, (after more than an hour of my appointment!), first the assistant measured my BP and left the room. Then the Dr arrived and took my BP 3 times shifting from left to right to left arm and told that I had a heart murmur, which is a congenital heart condition and it can show its symptoms at any time in life ( I am 60 years old). I really got nervous and it must have shot up my BP further. At this, my daughter asked him that why was he declaring this in front of the patient, without taking due care of her condition at the moment. He told us that this was mandatory in the USA, and he had to tell it to the patient directly. He advised me to go asap for an angiography, and if this was confirmed, i will have to undergo a heart surgery. I was at high risk and if not attended urgently, I could drop dead anytime under a severe attack. Obviously, my daughter was concerned and she started planning to take me for angiography asap. I thought about it for a while and talked about this to my son-in-law and conveyed that I was not convinced with the doctors' advice for the following reasons- 1. I have been a sports person as a student, why this congenital condition did not show up earlier in my life? I am still very active, do yoga and walking to keep fit. 2. The doctor refused to give me some medicine to stabilize my BP for the time being till I got further treatment, the reason given was that was risky too! Then, how could he advise me to get angiography done by just writing it on a slip of plain paper (not his letterhead) ? 3. If he does not specialize in cardiology, he should have rather asked me to see a cardiologist! Thank God, my better sense prevailed, and instead of going for an angiography straight we took an appointment with a cardiologist. The doctor there, did all my heart tests very systematically to establish the cause of my disturbed BP and all my test reports are normal and say that my heart is perfectly healthy. The reason of my condition could have been something else like change in environment/climate etc. By this time, I have a normal BP and no palpitation. But from the time I met dr Wadhwa till I could get an appointment of a cardiologist, it was really tough for me. The other things at the clinic, how good they may be, are immaterial as long as the patient is not satisfied with the treatment and comes out of the place in a worse condition. But i must add here, the doctor is nice otherwise, and gives enough time to the patient while attending. The place is very clean and staff polite. read more

Dr. Wadhwa is a good doctor, his receptionist is a very rude and unprofessional . I have called the office many times with issues, most of the time she tells me to go to the emergency room, where I will sit for many hours and fill out several forms. Never sure if he is actually getting my messages, he should be calling me back not her. read more