Dr. Stosel is a wonderful doctor. She is kind, caring and very thorough. She always takes time to really listen and thoroughly attends to any and all concerns. I feel that my health is improved greatly under her care. She gives you reasonable and attainable goals and, also also encourages you to strive for better health. Her standard of care is very high. The office staff is also very caring and considerate. If you need an endocrinologist, she is the best! read more

Dr. Stosel herself is knowledgeable and thorough, but the office is extremely poorly run. Do not expect timely answers or follow-up. The staff is a major issue; they rarely answer the phone, fail to return messages, and frequently fail to send lab orders or prescriptions as promised. Pre-authorizations are delayed or refused, and staff can be rude and unhelpful. read more

She is kind, caring and listens. I have been going to her for years and she gets to the root of your problem with expert knowledge and experience. read more

Dr Stosel will spend the time with you during your appointments to get to the root cause of the issues you may be presenting. She cares about her patients and wants to do what is right by them and find a solution. Definitely recommend! read more

She's absolutely the best! After decades of suffering, she finally diagnosed the causes and offered treatment.

Dr Stosel is a very knowledgeable physician who listens and tries to rule out as many things as possible to get an accurate diagnosis, but this takes A LOT of time. Don't expect answers right away. It will take months, maybe a full year before you are given answers as to why you feel so lousy. The office staff is beyond help. Rarely answers the phone, doesn't return messages in timely manner (if at all), doesn't seem to care. Trying to schedule appt is difficult. Appt are several months away or not given at all and told you're on waitlist. I'm leaving this practice due to the incompetence of the office staff. read more

Just back to review Dr Stosel. The team at reception is now excellent and helpful. They are in a lovely new office and Dr Stosel is still the best Endocrinologist in SoCal! read more

Her staff is awful. If you want things done in a timely manner do not go here. I've called for weeks and left voicemails and no one ever answers the phone as noted by other reviewers. The staff will straight up tell you they are too busy to send pre-auths in for medications. Staff doesn't follow through with what the Dr tells you during your appointment. Never had this bad of experience with staff at any other Dr office. Very unprofessional staff who is not responsive and if you are lucky enough to get a call back they are rude and dismissive. Dr stosel is a good doctor she just doesnt have good staff which is who does all the paperwork. read more

I called the office after getting a referral from my doctor. No one answered for two days in a row so I left a message. They called me back and I asked to verify if they would be able to use my insurance. The receptionist told me that she would check and call me back. I've been waiting over a week so I called them back. A different receptionist answered and I briefly explained that I was calling to see if my insurance was accepted. Before I could finish my sentence she just says "NAME" and I gave it and she said "oh yeah we don't take your insurance and it'll be $300 for x and $150 for y" lol as if. I said no thank you and hung up. Super customer service lol read more

I like Dr.Stosel. But I have never encountered a more unprofessional and unresponsive staff. The staff: Does not answer the phones. Does not call you back. Loses your paperwork. Does not follow-up on any requests. Dr. Stosel, if you're read this review, please take the necessary steps to improve the quality of your administration. read more

Dr. Stosel is honestly the BEST doctor! After doing much research, I feel so lucky to have finally found someone who takes the time to actually listen to my concerns and problems. Not only is Dr. Stosel incredibly sweet, she is also remarkably brilliant and really great at what she does. Dr. Stosel really takes the time listening to me and providing me with expert guidance and information. I initially went to her with extreme fatigue and believing I have some kind of hormonal imbalance. Dr. Stosel took her time with me and discovered some other personal things with my health that truly saved me and changed my life, and I will forever be grateful to her because of that. In regards to her staff, I have been going here for over a year now and I have noticed Dr. Stosel's staff has changed (for the better). She has hired new and more people, which I noticed has helped run things a lot better. The staff is really kind and they go out of their way to help you in any way that they can. They call me back when I leave messages and they always try to accommodate me when I need to see the doctor. Overall, I wish I could give Dr. Stosel more than a rating of 5 stars because of everything she and her staff has done for me. She is the greatest out there! read more

What a wonderful, professionally run, and well-rounded medical practice! Dr. Stosel, Barbara, and the entire staff are knowledgeable, caring, and highly efficient. It is quite rare in this day and age to find a medical office where such exquisite attention is given to detail and to the highest level of professionalism towards patient care. Thanks to Dr. Stosel, Barbara, and the office staff, there is careful medical coordination to ensure that each patient is given individualized attention and unique, compassionate, and efficient care. From the kind and efficient front desk staff (Malia) to the detailed nursing care and professional medical attention, this office is well run, and from the moment one walks in they get a sense that they matter to these fine professionals. read more

Normally, I don't know that I'd leave a review like this, but I really don't know what to think of this doctor and her staff. I was referred to her and I saw her once and the the pandemic hit. But when things began to open up, and I was having blood sugar issues, I reached out. I find it very hard to communicate with this doctor and her staff, as phone calls were generally not returned. If I called when they first opened, and if I was lucky, I would catch the front office person. I called once and the doctor was not even in yet. But several phone calls were not returned, two appointments were not kept by them, not even a communication that they would not happen, and I was put on a medication that actually raised my numbers to a dangerous level, yet the doctor kept saying I needed to stay on it. I didn't. I have a new doctor now.... read more

I was very ill and getting worse until I met Dr. Stosel! I suffered frequent bouts of extreme lethargy with very slow recovery, and was bed-ridden during each episode. Other specialists tried to help me, but failed. Today, my condition has been reversed and I feel 'normal' again. NOTE: It began by Dr. Stosel 'believing' me that I was actually sick. Many of you reading my review know what I mean. In addition, the medical and administrative staff have OUTSTANDING customer relations skills and professional efficiencies. Do yourself a favor and visit Dr. Stosel - you will thank me! Respectfully, John P. Biancardi, patient. read more

I actually really like Dr. Stosel and find her to be an extremely intelligent doctor, but a terrible business owner. I have decided I will not be returning and will be looking for a new endocrinologist due to her deplorable office staff. I stopped in to her office without an appointment this morning because after trying to call for several weeks with no answer and no return phone call, I only have one week left on my one prescription without any remaining refills. If the front desk person had told me immediately that there would be no way for her to see me, I would have been okay with that and would have scheduled an appointment for the future. However, she kept me waiting over an hour and then finally informed me that I would have to come back. Not only have I dealt with the staff's incompetences, two other patients I have referred to Dr. Stosel, one of which is a doctor herself, refuse to come back for the very same reason. I was prescribed a name brand prescription that requires special authorization from my insurance company, otherwise the out of pocket cost is over $3000 a month. I went back and forth for over a month between my insurance company, the pharmacy and Dr. Stosel's office (when they actually answered the phone) and never got anywhere or the medication that I needed because her office never followed through on what they were supposed to do. The excuse I got from everyone at her office is that they are understaffed. I've personally ran two doctor offices at least the size of hers, if not larger and I did it by myself so that excuse holds little weight with me. I hope they can actually get it together for the sake of their patients because it's absolute nonsense for people with health issues to have added stress caused by their doctor's office that is supposed to be helping them. read more

Dr. Stosel is an adequate Doctor. I have been a diabetic for 62 years and she really did nothing to tweak or better my condition. She gives you only 20 minutes of her time and then pushes you out the door. On top of that her staff has been a revolving door of lazy non-caring individuals. They do not return phone calls, correctly fill prescriptions and do not understand patient care. I have seen Stosel for 5 years and returned religiously every 3 months for those 5 years. I recently asked the Doctor to refill a non medical prescription which she refused to do instructing me to make an appointment in order to receive the prescription. Really, this is modern medicine all about the money. Her staff instead told me that over the past five years I had canceled 4 appointments. I made new appointments to replace the appointments so what her staff is talking about is beyond me. Instead they made me feel like some deadbeat who had never seen the Doctor. Stay away from this Doctor she is all about the money and has little concern for patient well being. By the way whatever policy Dr. Stosel refers to in her reply, it is a secret policy one she never tells her patients. Imagine if you needed life saving medication and your doctor said no you have to visit me! read more

The receptions never answer the phone. I called for 2 weeks and left 3 messages no call back. I prefer my dr office to answer their phone when you call. And if you leave a message I would expect a call back. read more

My primary care doctor referred us to Dr. Stosel and we were so grateful she was accepting new patients. We took my husband to see her and had a wonderful experience. Her staff is very responsive and extremely helpful. Her first new patient appt was about 6 weeks out. However, they had us on a cancellation list and called with a much earlier appt. They really try to work with each situation. His numbers were very bad and she put him on meds and monitoring right away. After three months his numbers dropped significantly. We were thrilled. I decided to make an appt for myself as it had been a few years since my numbers were checked. I am a cancer survivor so follow up is important. As soon as my tests are back, Dr. Stosel will work with us as a team to help plan a food lifestyle that works for both my husband and I. So grateful for her team looking out for us. They are extremely detail oriented and covered all the bases (and then some) in regards to testing. Highly recommend this office if you need an excellent and thorough endocrinologist with an efficient, helpful and personable staff. Their follow up is always spot on also! Thank you all. I am grateful we found you. read more

Dr. Helen Stosel is a true professional. She listens carefully to your concerns, orders only those tests that are necessary for a thorough analysis of your health, and exercises compassion in her administration of all health services. read more

Dr. Stosel got my life back on track and I can't thank her enough. She is attentive and caring, as is her staff! I am reading about how the staff is "unprofessional"...well, I've never experienced that in the last year and 1/2. Are they busy, yes...are they unprofessional...NO! This is a thriving office and not surprising as Dr. Stosel and staff are amazing, and they do their best to be friendly and please the patient. And sometimes when we need to be with amazing, there may be a slight delay (and sometimes not) as in every Dr's office. Would you rather go to some quack who takes your money and sends you on your way? Not this girl! We all want our time with Dr. S., that goes for everyone. Maybe one has to wait a bit...but it is worth the wait when it is your time to be seen. And really it's not that long like other Dr. offices that lag behind an hour or more. Not here! Then Dr. S. really takes her time...invests in YOU alone...to help with what ails you. I mean, who could ask for more? SHE CARES! I mean that...she does care! I cannot praise this office more. And if you want help...FANTASTIC help for your health...Dr. Stosel is the ticket. I say...good things come to those who wait. Thankfully, I have never waiting too long...but even if I had to, well my health means more to me than minutes on a clock. Dr. Stosel and her staff are one of a kind. Thank you...thanks to all of you for helping to heal me! read more

The most unprofessional front office for a medical practice ever. Go somewhere else. I was without a life changing medication for over a week due to the incompetency of the front office, blood work was never sent over to my Primary, even after begging to speak to the doctor I received no return phone calls. After reading all reviews apparently this has been going on since 2015. The stress I experienced with this office is not worth it. I am happily moving on and found a grown up Endo. Get it together Dr. Stosel. read more

Thank goodness the staff problems are history! Dr. Stosel has great staff now; the office run professionally and efficiently again. Dr. Stosel is an ABSOLUTE GEM. I am a huge fan, and am so grateful for her. She is supremely intelligent, compassionate, and always really LISTENS to me. We work together -- her practice is a beautiful balance of alternative (supplements, diet, lifestyle) and traditional medicine (tests and prescriptions). She routinely stays on top of medical research and info, and is years ahead of my other doctors. She is so in-the-know on anti-aging . For example, she's been testing my Vitamin D levels forever, even before my insurance would pay for it, and now it's the thing with all my doctors. Dr. Stosel saved my quality of life by diagnosing a thyroid problem other doctors had missed. I knew there was a medical issue, but several doctors told me it was all in my head. One doctor said, i neede "to learn to manage my life" and referred me to lifestyle management classes. As if. Fortunately I found Dr. Stosel; she sleuthed as she does, and diagnosed and treated me in a snap. Saved my quality of life! Years later, my weight is great, my energy is great, and I am living a healthy life because of Dr. Stosel. I am so grateful for her. read more

I have been seeing Dr. Stosel for over 20 years. During that time, she and her staff have managed my health care in a professional and empathetic manner. Dr. Stosel is not only knowledgeable but she treats me like a friend and I always receive that same treatment from Alexis and the rest of her staff. Alexis has handled all of my prescriptions, appointments and questions in a professional and timely manner. I truly appreciate Dr. Stosel, Alexis and the entire office staff. Thank you all for your help and support. read more

Dr. Stosel is a gem! She is very personable and listens to her patients. I have Graves Disease and my last 2 endo's have pushed RAI treatment and I specifically told them I would like to do everything I can to avoid RAI as long as my liver blood tests come back fine. Dr. Stosel was the only one that agreed with me and wanted to treat me based on what I wanted of course with consideration to my blood test results. I have been on PTU (allergic to methimazole) for 7 months now hoping to go into remission. My liver numbers have actually gotten better so that is a plus and a good sign as I can continue on meds. Her bedside manner is an indicator that you are not a number but a human with wants and needs! I highly recommend her. read more

Dr Stosel is a lovely person but her staff lacks the knowledge and willingness to be courteous and effective. I have been called 3 times by the front office staff wanting to schedule a follow up appointment. This is after I very clearly communicated the same staff member that due to never receiving a call back after leaving several messages and the office not having results of my exam more than once I would no longer be a patient of theirs. I'm also still waiting for my super bill. read more

Dr Stosel is an outstanding Dr. ana an A+ person. Her front office has been greatly improved with the addition of Alexis. She is very competent and works hard to see that this small office runs smoothly. read more

Dr. Stosel is brilliant, patient and thorough, and her staff mirrors her in every way. Alexis is always positive, very detail-oriented, timely returns my calls and never fails to follow up so that I am always on the same page as Dr. Stosel. So grateful for Dr. S and her team. read more

Dr. Stosel is amazing! After years of struggling with a range of symptoms, and feeling distraught over them, I found Dr. Stosel. On our first appointment, she spent over an hour listening to me and asking questions. I have never met a doctor more intuitive and caring. She ran a range of tests and got to the bottom of all the symptoms I have been experiencing. I went to her for my thyroid, but she helped me much beyond just the thyroid- she is integrative and concerned about wellness within the whole body. I'm so thankful to have found Dr.Stosel. I highly highly recommend her! Her staff is great too! read more

UNPROFESSIONAL!!! This office is highly unorganized. I had blood work done over 7 weeks ago, and I am still waiting to hear back with the results! I've called over and over, left messages three times with no return phone call. On top of all that I get a $787 bill for lab work - and the lab says Stosel's office never submitted my insurance card. I've never had a doctors office display such unprofessional behavior! If you're looking for answers, and expecting professional treatment, this is definitely not the place to go. read more

I went in and she was nice enough. But, the office is very unorganized. They wanted me to do blood work and come back in. They said they would call with instructions, they never called. I called them twice with no return phone cal. read more

Dr Stosel is a wonderful Docter. Really know's her stuff. She has a great personality and seems to really care. Staff members need to keep up on improving organization. read more

Dr Stosel is amazing and thorough in her evaluation. She really dives into the what really is "normal " range. One quick suggestion : call your insurance to make sure she is in network. read more

Dr Stosel has been very helpful in figuring our why my blood work is out of whack. She is very professional and treats you as a person and not a number. Her staff has been very helpful also. I highly recommend Dr. Stosel if you are looking for a endocrinologist. read more

Dr Stosel is a great integrative medicine doctor. After years of seeing doctors with no results, Stosel examined my entire health history and all symptoms. She listened to all of my concerns and diagnosed and treated me. I am finally feeling better after 10 years of feeling misdiagnosed. After changing my medications, I came back to my follow up appointment and said "Wow! Is this what normal people usually feel like? This is great!" read more

I had the same experience as JB H below, which is ultimately why I decided to find another doctor. The billing can't be trusted, the front office is disorganized and doesn't regularly answer the phone or return phone calls, and at times you'll find yourself waiting around for your appointment (1/2 - 1 hour after the appointment time) simply because no one has checked you in for one reason or another. read more

Office is unorganized, unprofessional. The doctor is great, but I had to go over the same things over and over again at each visit with her because of not reading my chart before coming into the exam room. It has been over a week and I still can't get my prescription filled! The pharmacy called me and said they have faxed over the request three times and have called twice and left messages because no one ever answers the phone! Hard to book appointments because no one answers the phone! read more

I highly recommend Dr. Stosel. My sister and I have been seeing her for over 10 years. She is welcoming, kind, knowledgable, and always learning and educating us about new advances in medicine. She only prescribes medicine when needed and encourages lifestyle changes first. She is easy to talk to and understand all of our concerns. Her office staff is great too! read more

Dr. Stosel is the thyroid whisperer! I had 2 Doctors tell me my thyroid was fine, and she discovered I had Hashimotis. I've never felt better. She treats me as a whole person and believes everything is connected. Her staff is nice and they spent time on the phone with me explaining med side effects and just helping me understand. Love this Doctor and am so glad I found her. read more

The Best Endocrinologist ever! Helen Stosel, MD is the endocrinologist doctors go to for their own health concerns because they know who's good. In the eighteen years I have been going to Dr. Stosel as my primary physician, she has given me the highest quality of care, with the greatest insight and genuine concern to win my battle with diabetes. She always takes the time necessary to listen and explain, as do Shelley, her office manager, Christi, her nurse and Nick, the phlebotomist. I always get the newest medicines, and the most comprehensive evaluation and treatments. Most people go into some form of denial when they get diagnosed with diabetes, some lash out against their own doctor, I know because these were obstacles I had to overcome 18 years ago when I was diagnosed. Diabetes is all about management, and Dr. Stosel and her caring staff have given me the support and tools to fight this deadly disease. read more