Dr.Kellum was unexpectedly out of expectations great! This is how: She is gentle! She knocked…read morelightly on our door. She is patient: I did not want to tell her the reason for our visit in front of my teenage son. So she took time to find out from past doctors' notes, according to how I requested Dr.Kellum to read up on those notes. She read through two doctors' notes and was still not finding out. She is intelligent: SO she asked me if I like to tell her. I responded that I did not want to say the reason in front of my beloved son. She then offered to speak to her out side of the patient room. Yep, she got my message and returned to my teenager son to reassure him he's all taken care of and is free to go only allow her to simply listens to his heart and lungs to confirm he is healthy and gave me what I requested. Our appoinment went smoothly and afterwards I revealed to my son for the reason of visit with Dr.Kellum. He agreed he's fine with it, too. So everything is great so far regarding my son's health. It IS being taken care of! Thanks Newport Children ! Our nurse assistant who took measured weight, temperature and blood pressure was also a pleasant person: He is gentle spirited. Sai, he said his name is. When he pressed me for the reason for my visit, I also did not give him answer. But he also did not insist, simply stated that he will have to read up in the texted answer I provided in the office iPad in the front desk.

We love Dr. Cara Todd!!! We've been coming since my daughter was born 2018. Dr Todd is always very…read moresoft, kind and sweet with her. She also takes her time chatting with her and answering any/all questions we have. She's very smart and offers up friendly welcoming advice as we always have a lovely experience. The office staff is professional, organized and wait times are minimal. Highly recommended!

Very caring front desk lady and Dr Alexander Tu is amazing. I had to find a new pediatrician for my…read morenewborn and two year old. They make you feel welcome and at ease. Highly recommend this Irvine location and Dr Tu!!!!

I would not recommend Newport Children's Medical Group. Years ago we went to the Laguna Beach and…read morethe Newport office, their organization and professionalism was a struggle, so we decided to not return to this practice. Several years later, when our pediatrician sold his practice, we thought we'd give Newport children's medical group another try. Again, the Newport office is disorganization, and Dr. Kellum was truly a disappointment. There was no follow-through, the doctors and office staff do not return your phone calls, when a referral is needed, they don't get back to you, which means you can't see a specialist, because the doctor's office doesn't get back to you with the referral. I am not one to leave negative reviews, but when it comes to your child's health and safety, I will spend the time to leave a review to share my experiences.

We are so grateful to have found Dr. Vivi! From the very beginning, Dr. Aviva Alyeshmerni showed an…read moreincredible level of personal attention, compassion, and genuine care for our little one. She made us feel like our daughter was her own patient in the truest sense of the word, and that means everything to us as parents. We couldn't be happier to be new patients. Dr. Vivi is, without question, the best pediatrician in Orange County, and to our family, it's not even close! Highly, highly recommend!

As a dermatologist in Los Angeles, I have worked with many physicians over the years, and I can…read moreconfidently say that Dr. Aviva Alyeshmerni ("Dr. Vivi") is an exceptional pediatrician. She has a remarkable ability to connect with both her patients and their families, making everyone feel heard, supported, and genuinely cared for. Her dedication to preventive medicine, healthy lifestyle habits, and patient education is evident in every aspect of her practice. As a specialist, I especially appreciate her excellent communication and collaboration. She follows up on referrals, works closely with consultants, and consistently goes above and beyond to ensure her patients receive the highest quality care. I trust Dr. Vivi completely and highly recommend her to any family looking for compassionate, personalized, and outstanding pediatric care. -- Dr. Askari, Dermatologist, Los Angeles

Disappointing first visit. Dr. Kar did not examine or address the private area we came in concerned…read moreabout and most of the conversation focused on the $250 concierge service. It left me feeling like having insurance meant receiving a lower standard of care, which was frustrating and concerning.

Dr Kar is an incredible pediatrician. We've been seeing him for both of our kids since 2021 and I…read morecannot say enough good things about him. He really takes his time with each of his patients and you can tell he genuinely cares about each and every family he sees. We opted into the concierge program and it is the best decision we have ever made. The ability to text Dr Kar when we have a medical concern after hours or on weekends is invaluable. It is worth every penny and has come in handy countless times. Our son had a life threatening illness in 2024 that multiple specialists overlooked, and Dr Kar is the only reason he was able to get admitted and into surgery. He was a critical voice for us at CHOC when we needed an advocate to push for treatment, coordinate care among specialists, and get prescriptions and home health services figured out. I genuinely do not know what would have happened had we not had Dr Kar on our side. No one ever wants to be in a situation where their child has a life threatening medical condition but if you find yourself there like we did, Dr Kar will be in your court 100%.

An exceptional experience from start to finish. The care and service provided by Dr. Openshaw,…read moreAndrea, Madison, and the entire team are truly top-notch. It brings such peace of mind knowing that expert care is only a phone call or text away, even after hours. The office is clean, beautifully designed, and, most importantly, there's no crowded waiting room experience. Dr. O takes the time to sit with you, explain everything thoroughly, help you understand what's normal and what's not, and guide you through the many questions and concerns that come with parenting. Her knowledge, patience, and genuine care really shine through. We are so happy to trust our little daughter's care to Dr. O and her wonderful team!

You will not find better care anywhere else! Dr. O is a true gem. She's genuinely invested in your…read morefamily. She picks up the phone, responds to texts, and goes out of her way to make you feel seen, safe, and heard every step of the way. She's both a pediatrician and a lactation consultant, which was a game changer for us as new parents trying to figure everything out at once. She caught things we didn't even know to look for and walked us through every challenge with patience and real expertise. She's also incredibly well-connected in Newport, which meant we always had the right referrals and the best possible care at every turn. Our daughter is thriving and having Dr. O on our team has been such a relief. Cannot recommend enough!

Dr Gunay saw my baby post delivery in the hospital and for our baby's first office appointment…read more She has a gentle bedside manner, i did not feel rushed, and all my questions were answered. I'm glad I found her.

Dr. Gunay is the best. My kids have been with her over 14 years and she has been awesome. She…read morewas a referral from a friend who had his kids with her for about 20. She is a straight shooter and no BS kind of Dr. I can't say enough good things. She typically is on-time and is excellent in communicating with us non-medical folks. She as a great memory, recalling any personal details you give her. I find that she has contemporary knowledge with a conservative approach to treatment. I feel blessed that my kids have her as their Pediatrician.

My family has had the most incredible experiences with OCEAN PEDIATRICS…read more Our forever doctor is Dr. Steven Abelowitz, and we love him. My daughter is always excited to see doctor Steve, for both well visits and sick visits. She says, "doctor steve will make everything better. I want to go see doctor Steve, and only doctor Steve." He is patient, kind, thorough, communicative and very knowledgeable. We feel so confident in his care and are so grateful for how he has gone above and beyond for our family. He has been there for my daughter since birth, and has helped us navigate through major health issues. You never know how great your doctor is until you have an emergency, and we feel blessed to have had our daughter, Allison, under the care of Dr Abelowitz during those difficult times. He has always made sure my child has received the best care, also referring us to excellent specialists when necessary. He has followed up with the referrals and made sure that everyone treating my kid is on the same page. I cannot recommend this office enough. I know my daughter has always received the best care with doctor Abelowitz. In addition to everything stated above, The practice is very organized and I have been very impressed with the ability to make same day appointments and are generally able to see our favourite doctor, Dr. Steven Abelowitz. This review is longer than most as I want to repeat : he is with OCEAN PEDIATRICS. If you're curious as to WHY he is not at Coastal kids (they're to blame for the negative reviews, in my opinion) kindly read this article: https://www.latimes.com/socal/daily-pilot/news/story/2024-08-02/newport-beach-pediatrician-sues-hedge-fund-he-partnered-with-alleges-managers-put-profits-before-patients Don't believe the negative reviews as coastal kids and those running it are the ones who are at fault (this is my opinion, and my opinion alone). The hedge fund currently running coastal kids (Steve's old practice), are putting profits over patients. They forced him out for putting PATIENTS FIRST. This hedge fund in particular seems to NOT care about your child at all, and only focus on the big P: PROFITS. This is why non-professionals (like the entity running coastal kids) should *never* be allowed to partner with professionals. It compromises professional integrity and puts profits over people. Attorneys and doctors are prohibited from partnering with non-attorneys and non-doctors for exactly this reason. Maybe some hedge funds have gotten around it by having doctors as partners. New legislation needs to be passed, prohibiting any organization with a single non-professional partner from this kind of activity. I have been WAITING for Steve to open up a new practice, and am so happy OCEAN PEDIATRICS is OPEN & accepting new patients. My daughter was one of the first- I got her in their system on the day they opened as I completely trust Steve and his amazing staff. That said, If you're want your child to receive the BEST care, call OCEAN PEDIATRICS and make an appointment with doctor Steve Abelowitz.

What a shame. My whole family( cousins included) have been patients of dr a below it's for 25 some…read moreodd years. Back when it was one office in Newport Beach. The corporate greed and lack of care has officially taken hold here. Multiple offices, revolving doors with staff and doctors, obviously unhappy staff that can care less about their jobs or their patients. I should have known better then to continue as a patient. I am the patient that just left the credit card on file, with insurance or not, I trusted. BETRaYED. They are not in the business of healing, they are in the business of steeling. Keep your receipts, record your phone calls, document your visits. They say the bill insurance and they don't. Every time I go I get a bill above and beyond what I am supposed to pay( office visit 1761 dollars), ya right!!! Then try to get a hold of someone's and when you do you at spoken down to. Then the mistake is found, no apology, just "we will call you back, then the bill magically turns to zero Ya. You can keep your slimy greedy business model for yourself. No longer patient centered. Again. What a shame. Dr abelowitz, though your probably too busy to notice, or read this message, I know medicine has changed, I know I can't expect more then 5-10 minutes after waiting for an hour for a appointment that was made weeks in advance. Why do you continue to grow your business if you are not really trying to be a health care provider anymore. The lines have been blurred for sure. For the prospective patients, do your research, try to see the same Doctor twice, you can't. You will Likely see a PA because that's all they will give you, because they care so much about your kids Try to get strait forward billing, you can't , because they don't know what they are doing either. It's like the blind leading the blind.

If I could give more than 5 stars, I would. Kena Gunter has been seeing my son Arlo since he was a…read morebaby, and I truly can't imagine trusting anyone else with his care. She is more than just a provider she is an essential part of our lives. This amazing woman has the depth of knowledge, compassion, and intuition that surpasses anything I've ever seen in healthcare. Honestly, she knows more than most doctors I've come across. She listens, she cares deeply, and she always goes above and beyond. She's not just incredible at what she does--she's a gift. We're beyond grateful to have her in Arlo's life.

Shout Out To Coastal Kids…read more I selected our pediatrician by finding this picture. She was even better than I perceived her to be. Dr. O'Connell is retiring she shared with us today at my son's 18 month old appointment. My boy wanted to follow her out as she closed door. He fell to the floor and cried. He is a feeler too. Believe it or not I had an iota something was up before she told us. It speaks volumes about her character that she relayed this in person. She loves what she does and even jokes that she's not sure she can stay away in retirement. I had an especially great reception at the front today. The girls were engaging and laughed at my jokes. Angus, the sweet and cool nurse was so sweet and helpful. She administered my boy's shot like the pro she is! And cooled my babe out like a doll face. It was so inviting of her to tell us that our usual nuse Zorina says hi. It's all about the vibe for me. I need it to be on. Happy to share this goodness here. Peace and love. Happiness too.