We highly recommend Dr Issvoran. His approach to medicine is unique, in that he truly wants to…read moreinvestigate health issues his patients come in with, identify the source of the problem and resolve the issues vs throwing yet another life-long prescription drug at patients to mask the symptoms. He listens, considers many possible approaches, welcomes input from his patients and determines what he considers the best route towards resolving whatever is ailing his patients.

It was refreshing to find a functionalDoctor who actually believes…read moreIn looking at all the tests available to see where you can improve health. He also is one of the few doctors that gives you time.

Just called to enroll (almost no one in the Monterey area will touch TriCare, BTW) and am told this…read moreis a "membership-based service". See, you get to pay an annual membership fee, AND they bill your insurance. Sounds like someone's due for an audit.

Dr. Wesley is an exceptional doctor who has an active interest in your medical care. She will…read morespeak honestly, show common sense, and establish short and long range goals for you. I think it is worth the extra cost to have a caring medical professional when most local doctors have both hands tied their back's by the insurance company and CHOMP. Should you need to check into the hospital, unlike most doctors on the peninsula, she will be able to follow you there. Check with your doctor whether they have hospital rights at CHOMP. You will probably be surprised.

I just read in the "Monterey Herald" that Bergstrom is out of prison. I assume that the revocation…read moreof his medical license was "for life" but just in case Bergstrom is ever allowed to practice medicine again, I'm posting this quote from the January 25, 2013 "Monterey County Herald" "Immediately after the conviction, Bergstrom gave up his medical license in California...just as California's Medical Board took steps to revoke his license because of the case." "The board cited several additional reasons for the revocation based on audio recordings of Bergstrom, including jailhouse phone calls that indicated he was practicing medicine while in Monterey County Jail." "According to court records, Bergstrom once inadvertently left a dictation machine running in his office that recorded him offering to sell cocaine or trade it for sex. He admitted at trial that he traded prescription drugs for cocaine." At one point, Bergstrom was my elderly parents' doctor. Bergstrom did not have the patience to care for geriatric patients. Bergstrom may have been good with tall, thin, young, leggy blonde gals BUT I cannot recommend him for senior citizens.

Dr. Cindy Lee is one of the best physicians, bar none. She is knowledgeable, dedicated and has an…read moreincredible bedside manner. Her attention to detail, follow-up, and compassion make her easy to work with and provide care during routine and acute illnesses. Our family has known and been patients of Cindy's for more than 25 years. In fact, we were among her first patients when she began her private practice. If you are looking for a doctor who will anticipate your needs and then meet them, you won't find a better doctor that Dr. Cindy Lee.

I was going to try and go to this Dr. as she got a good review and was featured in Coast Weekly…read more When I called, they asked about my insurance, which I have. They then moved on to ask about my age. I said 54, and was told that she wasn't accepting patients over 50. Now, she is not a pediatrician, so I'm kind of flabbergasted. I wouldn't want to go to her now anyway, but am posting this so others over 50 don't waste time....

I love Dr. Nuttall! I've been going to him for over 30 years. He is a phenominal Internal…read moreMedicine doctor. I like it that he really listens to you (imagine that)! He tells you what treatments are available for the medical issues you have and recommends sensible/effective treatment. I like it that he won't just write a Rx for antibiotics if it is a viral infection. He responds quickly and will help you in need. I once had a bad kink in my neck with painful bad spasms and could not turn my head on one Christmas eve (I have documented herniated discs in my neck) and he called me back quickly and was able to renew my Rx that day. He will squeeze me in for pressing issues. He is the old fashioned great practioner who thinks of patients first and he is up to date on latest studies. He will also refer you if needed.

Dr Nuttall has been my mother's doctor for thirty years and she trusts him completely. The office…read moreladies are very nice and friendly. When I call them they also are nice and respond to my concerns. The fact both my parents picked Dr. Nuttall and have stayed with him all this time says a lot. You can depend on Dr. Nuttall.

Dr Goldmans professionalism and genuine care for his patients really shows; I've sen this in him…read moreand heard this review from other fellow patients. I wonder what the metrics are on how many lives he has literally saved with his treatment as an addiction specialist; I certainly count as one. I have been going to him for four years now and I love this doctor to the max. Thank you, Dr. Goldman!

I was 'seen' by Dr. Goldman in the Clinical Decision Unit of CHOMP's main hospital on Holman…read moreHighway 2+ months ago. Let's begin with his treatment. He spent 15 seconds with me, was dismissive, rude, condescending and a general 'doddering' old fool. I have since read his notes and his in-person 'visit' behavior was extended to his notes. He did not review recent blood work, thought that I was walking around with my IV because the treatment was helping - NO, I was walking because the beds are insufferable for anyone with a back problem and they had to move me from room to room, and pretty much indicated that I had no idea what treatment I was receiving. The notes 'generated' by Dr. Goldman appear to have been derived from the mind of an old man who has lost his faculties. I need to receive another treatment and have asked CHOMP/Montage if he is scheduled for the date of my planned visit. If so, I will reschedule with my wonderful doctor, who works in the ER. Then, let's discuss his 'office'. I keep receiving notices from my SECONDARY insurer indicating that they will NOT pay this claim as it has been denied by Medicare. I have almost an inch of paperwork on this so-called 'visit' by Dr. Goldman. I have called CHOMP, Medicare, and my secondary insurer and among the three of us, we have been given at least 8 phone numbers for his so-called 'billing' department. In total, I have expended at least 8 hours of effort on trying to get this bloody idiot paid. A COMPLETE waste of my time! Most of the numbers provided indicated that he only works 4 hours at their location on a periodic basis and that they have NO responsibility for his billing. I finally found a bill from a FABULOUS nurse practitioner who had worked in the same capacity as Dr. Goldman the week before I saw him. I called their billing number and yes, they do bill for Dr. Goldman - at least while he is doing one of his periodic stints at CHOMP. After much hemming and hawing, they told me that they had resubmitted my claim to Medicare on November 3rd. I spoke with Medicare on November 30th, and they told me that the claim had been denied due to a coding problem. I was able to obtain the correct code from Medicare (thank God Medicare negotiates for about 10 cents on the dollar of the billed amount, which for Dr. Goldman's services would be EXCEEDINGLY generous) and wanted to provide it to the 'agent' from his billing office. Well, he had spoken with the 'coding department' and they were in the process of resubmitting the claim - I think that will now be 6 times. However, the agent, who was very nice, could 'neither confirm nor deny' whether they were using the correct code, which I provided to him. I have informed Monterey Bay Observation Medicine (Goldman's sometime-billing office) that, should I receive an invoice for them when I have both Medicare and Supplemental Plan F (time of the line) insurance, I will dispute it to the high heavens. And, should they attempt to ruin my credit score, the wrath of God shall be visited upon them. My entire experience with Dr. Goldman has led me to believe the man should RETIRE!!! To the woman who has been helped in the last year, perhaps he should stick to addiction therapy rather than Emergency Medicine as, based upon my experience, he is NOT well-suited to this type of work. In fact, I plan on having my chart noted that I REFUSE treatment from him! Rather die from natural causes than his intercession.

I was hopeful that having a "concierge" doctor would allow for both time and attention for…read morereoccurring medical issues that in some practices might take months to be seen by a doctor. I was disappointed with the apparent inability for this doctor to actually listen to my concerns and respond appropriately. This became readily apparent after a "wellness" report was prepared that had statements on it that did not pertain to me. In other words, it appeared to be a cut and paste rendition of a report that had statements that were attributed to me that were never made or even broached with the doctor or his staff. I wrote the doctor with a detailed letter explaining many, though not all of these discrepancies, and did not get any response. I also contacted MDVIP, the group to which this doctor works with, to advise them that I was no longer wanting to be in the practice and would not be paying anymore quarterly fees for the service. The only response I have gotten from MDVIP is an unexpected phone call while sleeping at 6 a.m., at which time I reiterated that I was no longer a part of the practice. Even though they dialed my number with a Monterey area code, and have my home address in their system, I was told by the caller that she was unaware that I was in the Pacific coast time zone. Now I am receiving email requests from MDVIP for further payment. I do not recommend this medical practice or any association with MDVIP.

Access to Dr Sholeff is always available. Appointments are always appropriate. Quick when needed…read moreand convenient when appropriate, such as a Physical. He listens, and is on target with solutions, suggestions, and explanations. I have never felt delegated to or set aside or dismissed no matter the seriousness of the issue I present. He takes the time necessary to resolve or take steps to result in resolution with focus, empathy and ability. In addition he may bring up a discussion on something he sees and thinks you should know about as a preventive measure. This is really reassuring to feel like he is really listening and thinking about my overall well being not just the problem at hand.

Dr. Ravalin always makes time for me when I come up with a sport injury. He takes his time…read moreexplaining exactly the issue and what it'll take to recover. I highly recommend his services and respect his diagnosis and professionalism.

Dr. Ravalin is outstanding. He operated on both of my shoulders. He was great. He's funny and has a…read moregreat bedside manner. Lisa and Jeanne in the office are the best. They are kind, helpful and so knowledgeable about the details of surgery and insurance. It's an office I look forward to going to. I highly recommend Dr. Ravalin. He knows his trade.