We've been seeing Dr. Radhika Varma as our primary care physician for over four years now, and I…read moretruly can't imagine going to anyone else. She has that rare combination of deep medical knowledge and genuine empathy. Her bedside manner is incredible--calm, attentive, and always respectful. She takes the time to really listen, never rushes through appointments, and explains everything in a way that's clear and balanced. Dr. Varma doesn't withhold information or make assumptions--she gives you the full picture and helps you make informed, thoughtful decisions about your health. Her advice is always reasonable, grounded, and personalized. You walk away feeling heard, respected, and cared for--not just treated. We feel incredibly lucky to have found her and will continue to see her for as long as she's practicing.

Dr varma is awesome she's been my doctor for years highly recommend very knowledgeable and…read morecompassionate. Video calls and in house visits she does it all

I've had migraine headaches for 5 decades. When an MD retired , I looked for someone new. This…read moretime I hit the jackpot. Dr. Akers is a very careful, compassionate listener. She knows a great deal about migraines plus new medications, side effects and insurance coverage! A caring listener, she also assured me that if one drug did not work, there were others to try. And try we did!! Her positive determination and knowledge gave me confidence that she would find a solution. And she has. Professional and caring, she is a gem.

I cannot recommend Dr. Akers enough. From the very first appointment, it was clear that she is not…read moreonly extremely knowledgeable but also deeply compassionate. She takes the time to listen carefully, explains everything in a way that's easy to understand, and never makes you feel rushed. What impressed me most is how thorough she is--she looks at the whole picture rather than just one symptom. Her approach made me feel confident that I was in the best possible hands. She balances professionalism with warmth, which is rare and so appreciated, especially when dealing with something as important as neurological health. I also want to mention Nurse Chris, who is absolutely amazing--kind, attentive, and always quick to follow up. Together, Dr. Akers and Nurse Chris make such a caring and supportive team that you know you are truly in good hands. It's not easy to find a doctor who combines intelligence, patience, and genuine care for their patients, but Dr. Akers truly does. If you're looking for a neurologist who will treat you like a person, not just a chart, she is absolutely the right choice.

I am on the same page as Erin K. I was scared to get a new doctor but I felt I needed a change and…read moreI'm so thankful I found Dr. Pabla. She was welcoming, caring, and very knowledgable. I loved how she was very thorough in going over my lab results line-by-line with me and how she looked back at my past history as I had questions. She welcomed my questions and I felt confident that I can now take control of my health with better eating habits and exercise. I also loved how she let me know of the resources available such as a therapist if I needed one. I felt my mental health needed a little more attention since the pandemic and for her to let me know how I can access that, I was loving my decision of having her as my new doctor.

This is my first review ever.....Dr. Pabla is truly phenomenal. She is kind, caring, genuine, and…read moreso easy to talk to. I am one of many women, that have been a bit scared to go to a doctor, after many years of not going. Dr. Pabla was understanding, with absolutely no judgement. And simply said, it's ok, and I am glad you are here. Dr. Pabla set up all the tests and referrals I needed at that moment, walked me through each one, and explained the reason for the referral. I feel so lucky , I landed with her. She is new to the practice, and I am new to seeing a doctor again. Thank you Dr. Pabla!

Dr Hala H Ali, your compassion and professionalism are deeply appreciated. Thank you for always…read moregoing above and beyond. Thank you for being such an amazing doctor. Your Care and attention mean the world to me. Your genuine concern for your patients is truly heartwarming . Best Regards, Cathleen Klement

Qualities I seek in a primary care physician:…read more 1. Holistic care - a doctor who asks about all aspects of my health and takes the time to process the information as a whole so that I can improve my overall health. 2. Sensitivity - a doctor who asks about my health & wellness philosophy and attempts to work with me to honor my wishes, someone who does not make assumptions, and does not make biased remarks regarding health or lifestyle. After meeting with Dr. Ali, I can only recommend her on the basis of her friendliness (and that of all other office staff.) Friendliness aside, she doesn't seem to have the crucial qualities that I'm looking for in a doctor. There are quite a number of reasons I wouldn't return to Dr. Ali, but to name a few: Though I explained that this was my first visit to a doctor in a long time and I mostly wanted to talk about my health, Dr. Ali seemed unprepared to have an in-depth conversation. Instead of initiating a conversation about various elements of my health, she immediately asked me about my list of health questions/complaints and rushed me through them. Several of my questions related to diet, blood sugar, weight gain/loss and I felt that they warranted a longer conversation and recommendations beyond various blood testing. Dr. Ali failed my queer-friendly sensitivity test, asking me about oral contraception during a conversation about acne, and immediately launched into statistics about condom failure before I could edge in, "Um, I'm a lesbian." (And we were talking about my SKIN.) Dr. Ali replied "Well, that would have been my next question." All doctors, but especially doctors in the Bay area, should have a conversation with their patients about who they sleep with (and various risky practices they might engage in) before talking about birth control and STD prevention. Because sometimes it's not relevant to talk about contraception to someone who isn't sleeping with men, or is perhaps looking to get pregnant. Which brings me to the last hurrah: Later, when talking about potential ovary issues I might be at risk for, Dr. Ali remarked, "Well, I guess it won't matter since you won't be trying for children." !! Perhaps Dr. Ali is aware of a new law that prohibits gay women from conceiving children? Why would anyone assume that I won't be making use of my ovaries just because I happen to shack up with a lady? Just plain ignorance. So, I'm still on a search for a whole-body-minded practitioner who is hip to the ways of baby-less but maybe someday baby-wanting lesbians. Please send suggestions my way; I won't be back to Dr. Ali.

A Doctor Who Truly Cares About Her Patients I came to know…read moreDr. Ling through my husband. At the time, I wasn't having a good experience with my previous doctor's office, so my husband suggested that I ask to see Dr. Ling. I'm very grateful that Dr. Ling was willing to accept me as a patient. From my experience, Dr. Ling truly cares about the individual health of each of her patients. She doesn't just treat a test result or prescribe medication and send you on your way. She takes the time to understand the issue, orders the appropriate tests, reviews the results, and develops a plan to address the problem. One example is my blood pressure. It had been difficult to control, and several doctors had tried different medications. Some of the medications caused unpleasant side effects. Dr. Ling patiently worked with me, trying different medications and combinations until we found an approach that works. Today, my blood pressure is under control and, importantly, I'm not experiencing the side effects I had before. Another example is my bone health. I needed treatment that involved injections, but I really don't like shots and was also concerned about the cost. Instead of simply telling me that injections were my only option, Dr. Ling was willing to discuss a pill alternative and let me try it. If it works for me, it could save me both the inconvenience of injections and a significant amount of money. I really appreciate that she considers both my health and my concerns. Recently, I also needed a special lab test because of a hereditary health issue in my family that could potentially affect me. I brought the request to the office, and they were able to schedule me for an appointment the very next day. When I arrived, I waited less than 10 minutes, and Dr. Ling reviewed the request and signed the lab order right away. The office staff are also very thoughtful--they routinely ask whether I need any medication refills when I'm there. The office staff are friendly, helpful, and responsive as well. One time, my husband and I discovered that our online pharmacy had significantly increased the price of one of our medications. We asked the office to change the pharmacy, and they took care of it right away so I could get my refill the same day. They even allowed me to keep one particular medication at a different pharmacy because it was much less expensive there. Overall, my husband and I have had a wonderful experience with Dr. Ling and her staff. What stands out most is that we feel like real patients, not just numbers. Even though the office is busy, we never feel like Dr. Ling is simply trying to rush us out the door. She listens to our concerns and genuinely wants to find solutions that work for us. With all the stories we hear these days about how difficult it can be to find a good primary care doctor, we feel very fortunate to have Dr. Ling as our PCP. Knowing that we can see her in a timely manner for regular checkups as well as unexpected health concerns gives us tremendous peace of mind. Thank you, Dr. Ling, for taking such good care of us!

I believe Dr. JL is excellent based on her profile; however, try to get past her front desk staff…read morewho give attitude and create issues when things are simple to become established as a patient. If you are Asian and speak Chinese you will be treated better than if you are a non-Asian/non-Chinese speaker. You never have the chance to speak with JL directly as everything is filtered by staff who miscommunicate and misunderstand the situation in English.

Dr. Sakamoto is a true professional. He is kind and caring. He looks at every aspect to help heal…read moremy neck. I highly recommend him. You will be happy to experience his services. Thank you!

I understand why Dr Sakamoto has such mixed reviews, because he is truly a case of Dr Jekyll and Mr…read moreHyde. I have been seeing him for some time now, and at my last visit, I got the Mr Hyde version, and it was truly awful. I was there for a critical follow up visit and had many concerns, all of which Dr Sakamoto dismissed. It wasn't just that he dismissed my concerns, it was the manner in which he dismissed them - he was extremely curt and cold. Given that he never followed up with me after my initial hospitalization and then ended back in the hospital with a much more severe condition later, I would have thought that he would take my concerns more seriously. That day, he clearly did not care to alleviate my concerns or that I left distressed.

Happily I have another doctor now! I was happy with her at first, but problems cropped up, ending…read morewith an intolerable one - I wanted to return to my previous dose of a med I'd been taking for 20 yrs, and she wanted me to make an appointment for this med change. She wanted a description of why I wanted the change, and I eventually dredged up a word to describe it, which she translated into 'medical' word I didn't identify with. We had a brief incomplete chat about a couple of my relatives and their diagnoses, ending before the end of my info - and she changed MY diagnosis based on this brief incomplete chat about my relatives - AND she didn't tell me what more severe diagnosis she had changed me to, based on this feeble evidence - AND she resisted changing my diagnosis back to what it had been for 2 decades! Maryjane is great. I'd happily continue with her.

Great doctor. She spends a lot of time talking with you and really listens and gives great advice…read more Called me at home to tell me about a condition. Very sweet disposition. True, the office staff needs a little lesson in customer service, but the last time I went there, they were a lot nicer.

Dr. Dalal saved my life in a rare life-threatening situation (cecal volvulus). I was about to work…read morea flight back to my base on the east coast, it was a total random emergency. Yet I was blessed that everything aligned for Dr. Dalal to be my surgeon. Even if this were a planned surgery I would've picked her. My family and I were incredibly comforted to talk to her after the surgery, she has an amazing presence that you know you can trust. I am 6 weeks post op, I feel amazing. I did research on her and she has had an incredible background. When she was deployed in Afghanistan I think read she saved a 10 month old life, despite many factors of that situation that made it difficult. She does amazing, life-saving work, I am so grateful she was my surgeon and I am alive and well today because of her.

dr. Dalal is one of the finest sturgeons and physicians I have ever met. She operated on me for…read morepancreatic cancer and saved my life. I owe her my life. Not only is she and superb surgeon. She is a very patient oriented physician.. kind, thoughtful, considerate, and takes the time to listen to any or any issue you have regarding the surgery or your personal life. She is exceptional, human being, surgeon, and my friend. Ronn Zien