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    3 years ago

    These are caring people so hard to find in Kona anymore. Recommend them whole heartedly. They do bother to listen !!!

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    Pekala Richard A MD

    Pekala Richard A MD

    3.7(3 reviews)
    2.0 mi

    so here's the thing, I'm biased: dr Pekala saved my life…read more I wasn't about to die, exactly, but dr Pekala gave me my life back, and I will be forever grateful. I no longer 'stay Kona,' but lived on the big island a number of years ago. while off island on a camping trip, my husband and I *both* got Lyme disease. we had identical symptoms: fever, malaise, brain fog, etc., but no tell-tale bullseye rash. there is no Lyme disease on hawaii island, and hubby's doctor told him he probably had the flu and to go home and rest up. dr pekala, meanwhile, told me to start taking antibiotics immediately and sent me out to get a test the following day. I said 'isn't that the wrong order?' 'not if I'm right. if I'm wrong, you take antibiotics you don't need for a few days while we wait for test results. if I'm right, you want to start taking them immediately.' he was right. I remember sitting in his office, in tears, wondering if I'd ever feel normal again. he said it would take time, and promised I would. I shared my antibiotics with my husband while we waited for test results (and for his physician to get on board). we both took antibiotics for SIX WEEKS and the lyme eventually went away. had he missed this diagnosis, we both could have ended up with chronic lyme, which is--apparently--miserable. I'm thrilled to report that I have no idea what that's like, as we were both cured, thanks to dr pekala. who would have guessed that a doctor on an island in the middle of the pacific would correctly identify a disease that doesn't even exist on that island? 'karen, infectious diseases are my hobby.' thank goodness they are, and thank goodness for dr pekala. 10/10, would go back.

    I have been looking for a Doctor's office like this since moving here. From the minute I walked in…read morethe door I had a good feeling. Everyone there makes you feel like you are welcome there and not like you are interrupting their busy schedule. Having worked in the medical field myself I know that is not easy to do. The receptionist was friendly and efficient. The medical assistant was great and seemed happy to do her job. Dr. Pekala was knowledgeable and down to earth. What impresses me the most is that he took time to listen to my concerns and made me feel very comfortable to talk to and important. I don't usually leave reviews on yelp or anywhere else but I am really impressed!

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    Hawaii Family Physicians

    3.1(23 reviews)
    1.4 mi

    I was scheduled to receive a tetanus shot and was given the Covid vaccine by mistake. When I filed…read morea complaint with my insurance company I got a letter from Hawaii Family Physicians stating I was discharged from their practice. Two days after my discharge letter, I received another letter discharging my daughter as well. Hers was accompanied by a demand for payment on a 12.00 copay from an office visit we had less than a week prior. I called to inquire about the charge as I made a cash payment in the office at her visit however I was only able to leave a message for the finance person. Three days later, no return call I received a letter saying my daughter's account had been turned over to a collection company. I believe my insurance company is in the process of an investigation that may include some sanctions against the practice. The agent handling my claim implied this was not the first mistake of its kind reported from their practice.

    The thing I especially like about Dr Arthurs is that he reads and questions studies about various…read moremedications and how does it fit into the lifestyles of his patients. He is impressive to me and I look forward to my visits with him and his opinions as well. Dr King is fine for sure but Dr Arthur's is closer in age to me so we relate better !! My wife and I came from the mainland and now reside here in Kona. We had to wait to become patients and it was worth it. I have some medical training and I can tell you that Hawaii Family Physicians and their staff are a pleasure to work with and they r at the top of their game. All in all they are a first class medical operation that we are proud to be a part of as patients. They are also aware of alternative Eastern medicines and therapies. Definitely they r open and informed of what is new as well as time tested medicines and procedures. Shelly and Jamie Goldner

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    Claudia Christman, MD - Malama Pono Health Care

    Claudia Christman, MD - Malama Pono Health Care

    4.2(5 reviews)
    0.9 mi

    Dr. Claudia Christman has been helping me with my very annoying menopause symptoms by putting me on…read morebioidentical hormone replacement therapy. Dr. Claudia Christman fully explained what is entailed with bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, side affects and possible outcomes. Now my many symptoms have lessened to a very manageable level after 6 weeks. There will be more lab tests done to see where my hormones levels are now and then she will adjust the medication doses so I will continue to get better and feel like my old self. I highly recommend Dr. Claudia Christman for all women suffering from menopause, who need help with hot flashes and myriad other related symptoms. She is very down to earth, funny and easy to talk to. Don't sit there in a pool of sweat, go see her now!

    Dr. Claudia is the most caring Doc I have ever met. She takes time to really understand what…read moreissues you have... and addresses each... with genuine care and knowledge. Now almost 70 yrs. old, I have been taking Bio-identical Hormones for a few years and have amazingly regained part of my youth.. originally she prescribed these because of Osteoporosis, and result was incredible... in 2 yrs. I have grown back bone and no longer have osteoporosis in my spine ... like a miracle ! Also, youthful benefits include more energy, fast growing hair, nails and skin, and rejuvenated sex life...at 69 yrs. old and I was out dancing Salsa tonite... She can rejuvenate your life ... your attitude...!

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    Alii Health Center

    2.1(52 reviews)
    3.1 mi

    I changed to this place on the suggestion of my vein clinic man. I need a cardiologist and Dr…read more Sarcon is just up the road. Well I finally got an appointment with Dr. Sarcon, who referred me to a couple of other doctors and then disappeared. The office replaced my appointment with her to one with a nurse "practioner" and didn't tell me. They also didn't send out the referrals in a timely manner When I finally called three weeks later, they blamed it all on the other people. It was only after a conversation with the other doctors' staff that I realized the referrals had not been sent out until that day. Doctors who disappear and a lackadaisical staff. I think I'll drive the 100 miles round trip to see my previous cardiologist, if he'll take me back.

    Needed to get into this ortho surgeon. Left three voicemails on three consecutive days plus sent…read moretwo appointment requests via the patient portal. No one ever returned my voicemails and I could see that my portal messages were being viewed by staff but no one bothered to contact me. I had to physically go into their office to get someone to respond to me and put me on a waitlist. Their excuse was they get over 300 voicemails a day and can't respond to all of them. They couldn't provide an excuse as to why no one responded to my portal requests after FIVE days even though they obviously viewed my messages. Pitiful patient support!!!

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