Got visual snow in 2020. Since then I have been on several trial meds from many doctors with unbelievable side effects in an effort to treat this enigmatic disorder. Then I encountered some mysterious brain chemistry issue. Dr. Bott took the time to understand all the things going on and took his best guess and treating the most severe issue which by the way was missed by several other doctors. Like another reviewer mentioned - what I really liked is how he explained the WHY behind the prescription. To one of the 1 star reviewers - yes this medication also made me feel like I couldn't go on - but this is known about some drugs until they have time to cross the blood brain barrier and take affect - which is 4-6 weeks on average. I stuck it out, been on the medication 3 months now and feel much better. I work in healthcare so it takes a lot for an HCP to impress me. That being said, when this man retires we will lose an extremely knowledgable and caring physician. Highly recommend. Two of the one star reviews on here have absolutely nothing to do with Dr. Bott's knowledge, experience and mannerisms. This is not a yelp site for who takes what insurance or for the front desk staffs' phone skills, it is a review for Dr. Bott's care. read more

The place needs a massive overhaul both physically and administratively. Office staff are very disorganized with paperwork and scheduling. Billing is even worse. What should have been super basic and straightforward communication and claims process is a months-long nightmare. And the provider, if/when you actually see Dr Bott? Know-it-all and zero experience/awareness of trauma-informed care. STEER CLEAR. read more

The place is weird: run down, decrepit, and super dark. Honestly, I felt like I'd walked into a coven gone bad. Staff seemed miserable or indifferent and the whole vibe to me shouted 'get the hell outta here while you can'. read more

Best neurologist/ psychiatrist in the land! So caring, patient and wicked smart. His staff work miracles to get you seen when you are in a pinch. read more

Dr. Bott is an interested and caring clinician. He spent nearly an hour with me diagnosing my condition and carefully explaining everything along the way. I feel that I received excellent care and would not hesitate to send friends and family members to him. read more

Dr. Bott is an excellent doctor. I found him to be personable and a clear communicator. He effectively steered the visit to gather all the information he needed to make the best treatment plan for me in a way that kept the appointment moving but also felt supportive and kind. Still he spent well over an hour with me and all the other staff were gone by the time we'd wrapped up. My case comes with a stack of records, and when we first sat down he thought we may not have time to cover all my issues (the schedule had indicated I was just there for help with depression). My brief concern at this statement quickly evaporated as Dr. Bott started his work. We covered all the important pieces of my medical history including both neurologic and mental health, and he also performed a very thorough neurologic exam in addition to a comprehensive mental health analysis. Unlike other neurologists I have seen, Dr. Bott then took the time to explain why he was prescribing a medication, how it works, what side effects to expect (and explained why they happen), laid out a clear plan for followup and what to expect next, and offered his contact information to reach out if I need any help with side effects or have other concerns in the interim. I feel confident that I have found a doctor who is supportive and communicative, and that makes me a lot more comfortable about trying new treatments. I am hopeful that it will help me feel better soon. read more

Happy to have made it through another year with Dr. Bott and the gals with my insurance being accepted! During the onset of SIP they stayed in communication via email and phone. They were able to set up video appointments when necessary. I've been extremely impressed with the care I am receiving from Dr Bott and his staff. Call them! read more

As far as having an EMG goes, Dr. Bott is the best there is. His technique is superb.I have had a few of these done by various medical professionals, and experienced the least amount of discomfort with him. I found him to be inquisitive, sensitive, and very thorough. It is obvious he very much enjoys working in medicine and helping people. I felt he was invested in my well-being and gave me a lot of helpful information. Dr. Bott is warm, gentle and professional in every way. He made sure I was comfortable; communicating very clearly about what to expect and checked in with me often. His assistant, Shelby, was also very kind and caring. The office is beautiful, quiet and convenient. I feel he is worth waiting for, as he is more invested in the welfare of his patients than looking at the clock. Highly recommend. read more

Optum schedule an appointment 4 weeks out. I didn't receive a call confirming my scheduled appointment which I thought was odd. Optum spoke with Susanna on 10/27 & 10/30 who confirmed my appointment. When I called on the day of my appointment I was told by Adriana that I didn't have an appointment, my paperwork was not received, she couldn't check with her coworker or check her desk. Optum has confirmation that the work order was received. Adriana refused to help me further. As a new patient this was the most unpleasant experience with a front desk worker. I would avoid using this place unless you don't care to waste your time, use up your sick leave and spend hours trying to get the situation corrected. People should take pride in their work and not use excuses. read more

I have been a patient of Dr. Bott's for over 20 years. I went to him initially for migraines which were and are successfully managed. I also see him for a treatment resistant mood disorder which he diagnosed and treats. He has been and is a patient, persistent, and kind clinician working with me to find the right combination of medications. He addresses all of my concerns with side effects. He also helped me through a serious bout of sciatica. Including neurological exams and advice on surgery and other options. I have worked with a number of physicians for a variety of ailments. None have the knowledge, experience, and compassion of Dr. Allen Bott. I give him my highest recommendation. read more

Dr. Bott is a brilliant and caring doctor who I would recommend to anyone who needs a neurologist or psychiatrist. His knowledge of the minutia of every neurological condition and medication in existence is second to none, and his ability to diagnose and treat atypical conditions is remarkable. He has helped me tremendously, including with the physiological pain from a neurotransmitter imbalance when no other doctor could figure out what was wrong. He takes the time to really listen to everything I am experiencing and carefully explains what he thinks is going on, how to manage treatment, and what I can expect. The trick to managing appointments with Dr. Bott is to call before you travel to his office and ask if he's behind, and if so, how far behind time he is. The receptionist provides a good estimate of when he'll actually be ready for you, and you can arrive accordingly and only wait a few minutes. Remember, if he is behind it's because he takes the time that each patient needs to answer all their questions and explain everything thoroughly, and he'll do the same for you. read more

I adore him... it's a privilege to have such a marvelous physician. [He loses one star (just barely) for always being late.] read more

Dr. Bott nearly did me in! He had me on multiple medications for migraine headaches. These were very powerful medications, and they changed the way I was thinking and behaving. My behavior became so unacceptable (hypomanic), I was put on disability from a job I'd had for 12 years! I got down to 76 pounds. Dr. Bott kept telling me "You never looked better." I became suicidal on that medication and had to go to another doctor for help. I used to see so many elderly people in his waiting room, waiting forever for him. I wouldn't take my worst enemy to Dr. Bott. He completely missed a pituitary tumor in my head. read more

Be aware that Bott's practice DOES NOT take Covered California. In setting up the appointment weeks in advance I was assured my insurance (Blue Shield Silver PPO, Covered Cal) was valid. But when I took off the morning from work and came in, I was flatly told they could not see me. Waste of time, money and had to reschedule all my other appt's that followed up from this one. My referring physician is as stunned as I am -- why don't these people have a better communications system? So now I continue to wait for a new EMT test while the nerve damage in my leg gets worse. A microcosm of everything that's wrong with health care in this country. read more

Dr Bott treated my Mom with patience, empathy and a willingness to keep adjusting her medications until she was as comfortable as possible. He's extremely knowledgeable and spends enough time with patients to understand their symptoms and needs. Mom felt heard and respected as did I as her caregiver. His staff can be a little off at times which is my only limited complaint. I highly recommend Dr Bott. read more

Dr. Bott is truly a lifesaver. Not sure what I would have done without his help. Great doctor. Expect long waits though! But well worth it.

I love Dr. Bott, I have trusted him with my life for the past four years and he hasn't failed me yet. When I first met him I didn't want to believe his diagnosis. As time went by I grudgingly had to admit he may be right. Dr. Bott has saved me from much anguish. He is also very kind, brilliant, persistent, he spends time with you unlike many other doctors who you are lucky to get five minutes out of. The only thing with Dr. Bott that I really can't complain about is his persistent lateness lol. However besides that he is absolutely wonderful and if you find yourself in his care consider you're self lucky. read more

Dr. Allen Bott is the best I have seen many doctors. He takes time to make sure that I am the one who guides my day to day treatment. He is well known in his field and most people don't want to wait months get to see him, he gets those patients in who in need right now. That is most likely the back up. I took me five months to get in the first time. read more

I've been going to Dr Bott for years. Yeah, sometimes it's a little difficult to get an appointment and he definitely tends to run late. But, all that said, he is absolutely worth seeing. After going to several doctor's he was able to manage my situation. And, believe me, results are all that matters. read more

I can't say enough about Dr. Bott. Yes, he runs late, but good doctors in demand do. I have been under his care for approx. 7 yrs. and have done so well. He's kind, attentive, and quite brilliant. Best kept secret!!! JG read more

Dr Bott has been my physician for ten years now and I can't begin to describe how much help, support, kindness and professionalism he has shown. He is the only doctor I have ever encountered who always takes the time to explain and discuss what is a complex condition. He is not just my doctor now but a friend also. Oh...and he has wonderful office staff. read more

Unfortunately this review is only for Dr. Bott's overall staff and scheduling. I made an appointment at least one month out and then the office staff called week-of to cancel my appointment. I called back within 24 hours of my call to try and reschedule and they informed me they did not get back to me. Overall, I had to call four times to try and reschedule, just to be told he could not see me until the following month. Very frustrated and disappointed that I now have to start the process over with another doctor, who hopefully will be able to see me sooner. read more

I just had an appointment with Dr. Bott to evaluate whether I have carpel tunnel syndrome. He is not only a really nice person who is very knowledgeable about diagnosing and treating this condition, but in the testing portion he will tell you what to expect so that there are no unpleasant surprises. He's caring, witty and thorough and I was lucky to have asked the staff to be called in case there was a cancellation. I called on Wednesday and was seen on Friday. Although I had to wait an hour, he gives you his undivided attention and seems genuinely interested in your ultimate welfare and will not cut short your appointment. The wait was well worth it. read more

My experience with Dr. Bott lasted a little over 3 months, which I feel was probably three months too long. I was referred to him by my pain doctor, for my psych meds. This guy had "GOD COMPLEX" since day one! He told me that the meds that I had been taking to manage my back pain was actually causing the pain, and if I left my pain doctor and allowed him to treat both my pain and my psychiatric issues, he "would have me healed in a few months!" Um, WHAT??? You can actually heal a major back injury that I have been suffering from for over 5 years in 3 months? Really! During my three months under his care, I never knew what to take, being that he would give me a prescription of about 4 different medications, and then give me a sample bag full of other things that he also wanted me to try at the same time. He would chicken scratch cryptic notes on the samples regarding what to take and when, and when I questioned him about taking so many meds at the same time, his only explanation was that was the only way that we would find out what will work. This guy bashes other professionals and gave me the feeling that he really didn't care about me for any other reason than to be his crash test dummy. I found someone else to help me with my psych issues, and since leaving Dr. Bott, moving on from him may have saved my life. Don't take a chance with this guy. read more

Dr. Bott has put me on medication for depression for the last two years. In this time I have come to see that medication is his specialty and therefore solution to my problem. If one isn't working, then another one is put on the table, or a cocktail of drugs. Not taking medication isn't something he would recommend. I was a little concerned that his approach to my condition essentially involved an educated crap shoot, where I take drugs and if they don't work then throw some more at me and see what happens. However, I would regard him as doing his best given his particular medical expertise. I believe him to be sincere, well-informed, and generally as helpful as I could expect from a Doctor. On the other hand, expect to wait at least 30-45 minutes from the appointment to see him. I suspect this to be due to overbooking patients, but that's just speculation to be fair. I also find his secretary to be rude and unpleasant to deal with, and you will have to deal with her unless you have an official appointment with Dr. Bott. Getting in contact with him directly seems impossible unless I agree to pay for an appointment, even for simple questions. At this point in my treatment I am dependent on potent antidepressants, still depressed, and feel stuck with him and the drug. read more

I found Dr. Bott to be very incompetent, arrogant and patronizing. I went to see him when my regular neurologist was on vacation. I saw him for a neurological condition that has been diagnosed by 3 separate physicians. Dr. Bott immediately argued that the diagnosis was incorrect and then had me take an evaluation for a psychiatric condition, which had absolutely nothing to do with my neurological condition. He also mentioned some things to me about his personal life and about his own experience taking psychotropic medication, which I thought was inappropriate. Overall, seeing Dr. Bott was a strange and somewhat disturbing experience. read more

I have never been treated so badly by a doctor in all my life. He is continually late seeing patients and when asked about it he says to go see another doctor, that he is always late. Thanks, because I did everything I could to get here on time to respect your time. My 80 year old father suffers from depression and this has been a difficult time, we do not receive any sympathy and I one point I was told to 'shut up' by Dr. Bott because I was questioning why he doesn't return emails. He took no responsibility that maybe he should have just said 'sorry', it goes a long way. read more

I am definitely a fan. I had suffered from migraines since childhood and tried many, many doctors and medications to no avail. Dr. bott took the time to do a careful diagnosis, and prescribed a medication that has pretty much gotten rid of my migraines altogether. I also saw him after a rather serious concussion, and he was very knowledgeable and caring about treating the after-effects. I agee that he runs late ALWAYS and this is annoying, but this is partly because he takes the time he needs for each patient. He is worth waiting for. read more

Dr. Bott is a caring physician with a specific bent on health care that solely looks at brain chemistry. I had a liver infection that my priamry doc could not diagnose that was leaving me exhausted and pale with mental difficultiy and headaches and atrial fibrilaltion.. The diagnosis was bipolar disorder. I mostly cured my "bipolar" disorder by doing a 10 day course of colon hydrotherpay followed by a liver cleanse at a place called angel farms in Hawaii.. All in all he is a good doc but watch out for the billing department. I had to move house a couple of times while I was sick and billing left me a message to call. I returned the call and left a message and the next thing I know I've been sent to collections. I would not be suprised to find out the office staff are taking the meds themselves. read more

After seeing 3 different Medical Doctors for chronic migraines and "trying" out several different medications to no avail, Dr. Bott was the ONE doctor who actually took the time to listen - imagine that, about my experiences. He prescribed a medication which has helped greatly. Where I was experiencing migraines monthly, now after 3 years, I've only had 4 migraines. He's personal, down to earth, and overall just GREAT! I do agree with the other person. I'll knock off one point. He runs late... read more

Besides running behind almost an hour late every time, He could improve his listening skills and not be such a tool for the pharmaceutical companies. He's very judgemental of what any patient has to say. I'm pretty sure you don't just give a patient with TBI some meds and tell them to be on their merry way because there is much more involved in dealing with TBI. Going to find a second opinion. read more

seeing the doctor for over 8 years - he saved my life and my relationship with my family. I hope he lives forever!!

I have Dr. Bott to thank for my first psychiatric hospitalization. I started on his recommended concotion of psychotropic meds, but when I started having severe side-effects (ridsperdal, an anti-psychotic drug was causing me to haullucinate as well as made me very nauscious), I just had to stop. Dr. didn't like this. He then wanted me to take Wellbutrin, which made me super anxious and impulsive. I was constantly calling his office to talk to him or to get into see him when I started to notice the alarming side-effects from the Wellbutrin and was looking for some guidance, but he was too busy. An assistant would call me back instead. The day I ended-up in the psych ward, I was calling his office begging for help and Dr. Bott got on the line and reprimanded me for not taking Risperdal. I told him I couldn't due to the side-effects. I was never psychotic before Risperdal (prescribed to help me sleep is all). The Wellbutrin just made me way too anxious. So, poof! I had to go the ER. Terrible. This doctor is inaccessible: if you need to see him quickly, you're out of luck. He'll be glad to squeeze you in, though, as long as you can wait 6-8 weeks. He sees himself as a psychotropic drug God. Stay away from him; he relies too much on medication as the way to mental health, when in fact, I think he likes to overmedicate. with some potentially dangerous drugs. read more

One thing about narcissists is a lack of insight into how they come across and to their own true strengths and weaknesses. I found Dr. Bott to be condescending, narrow-minded and more enamored with hearing himself speak than with listening to or considering the patient without rushing to a diagnosis that may be inaccurate. That he gets "paid quite handsomely by seven different pharmaceutical companies" that transport him to various dinners is fine, kudos to him for padding his income, but that should not be the focus of a conversation with a patient. Privacy of patient information wasn't prioritized in my case, as well. Sometimes the more insecure one is, the more they bulldoze in their communication style and self-inflate. One's accomplishments will become evident in his behavior, without having to tout them. This is more a review of his style and possible shortcomings, not of his competence; for those who have received help from him, that is wonderful. Just be aware if you are a first-time patient. read more