My appointment was right on time. Dr Schultzel was very nice and explained to me what his…read morerecommendation to fix my issue would be. Staff is nice and very patient with all my return phone calls with questions. I will be seeing him again for a follow up prior to my surgery. (which I am dreading) but Dr Schultzel is listed as one of the best Colon/Rectal surgeons in Southern California so I feel confident he k owes what he is doing.

Dr Schultzel's office is busy. Waiting room usually full with people standing, but usually no more…read morethan 45min. At least the visit time with Doctor is quick, maybe 5-10min. Don't let the rushed feeling prevent you from asking the questions you need to make a well-informed decision. You are your best advocate.

I wanted to share my experience in case it helps others…read more I was referred by a friend who also invited me to a cosmetic event that was scheduled for later in the month. I wanted to look more refreshed for another event I had planned earlier in the week and so I decided to go in early for botox. I initially had a positive first impression of this office. The doctor is a family physician who also offers cosmetic treatments like Botox and lasers. I came in specifically for Botox, and although he recommended more units than I usually receive for my crow's feet area, I agreed, trusting his judgment and hoping for good results. He even asked me to return in two weeks for a follow-up touch-up. Unfortunately, within days, I noticed no improvement at all in my crow's feet. I tried calling the office multiple times and received no response. I eventually went in person to have him evaluate the results. When I showed him the issue, he told me "not to smile so hard," which was surprising especially since during my appointment, the medical assistant had encouraged me to smile very hard for photos. At my two-week follow-up, I was expecting a touch-up as discussed. Instead, he recommended doubling the amount of Botox, and when I asked if I would be charged again, he said yes. This was concerning, as I have never needed that much product before, and my regular provider achieves effective results at a much lower cost. While he attempted to justify this with scientific explanations, my experience suggested that technique and anatomical precision, both critical in Botox, may have been lacking, rather than the amount used. What was most disappointing was that after this entire experience, there was no effort to resolve the issue or stand behind the results. Instead, I immediately received a reminder text invitation to a cosmetic event promoting additional services and products. Given the outcome of my treatment, this felt dismissive and a lack of professionalism and patient care. Overall, I left feeling disappointed with the results, communication, and handling of concerns. I would not recommend this doctor, especially for cosmetic procedures where experience, technique, and ethical standards are essential.

In 2021 I had a reasonably good experience during my first meeting and subsequent physical exam,…read morealthough Dr. Perez was rather stressed throughout. I gave him the benefit of the doubt since he runs his own practice and is only a few blocks from our home. So Dr. Perez became my primary physician for my health insurance. In 2022 Dr. Perez's office sent several reminders for my annual physical which I needed to schedule. The reason for this review is on my third visit in late 2022, I came in at 8:30am due to a very painful hand with stiches. AFTER paying for his services, discussing the 2022 physical I still needed with his friendly assistant, and then waiting ~30 minutes in increasing pain. Dr. Perez refused to help me with what was a spreading hand infection - I needed antibiotics immediately! After he refused to even look at my hand - AFTER I had paid and waited & told him how much pain I was in - I subsequently spent hours driving around looking for an urgent care that FINALLY give me the antibiotics I really needed. At this point I had puss coming out from between the stitches and my hand was burning red. Healthtopia in Leucadia came through for me! So why did Dr. Perez refuse to even look at my infected hand and provide any help (although I urgently needed antibiotics for the infection) AFTER I had already paid and met with his assitant... Because he was still unhappy ( a year later...) with his interactions and reaction with my wife during the very stressful time of COVID. I feel this doctor is not following the basic fundamental medical Hippocratic oath, "first, do no harm". When I had a spreading infection in my hand (it was burning red and puss was coming out of the stitches) and he choose to focus on his personal issues he had with my wife (from a year ago!) instead of my urgent health problem in front of him. Lastly, he said I was using him to get a quick appointment, which he did not appreciate and and another reason he would not help me with my infected hand.

Dr. Stewart Wilkey is not accepting new HMO patients so why doesn't his website say so? Why didn't…read moreAlignment Health Plan know this and assign me a new patient? God help you because the system is screwed up. There should be no excuse in this age of communication.

I'm so happy I found this practice! If you are looking for…read morea provider that is down to earth and so helpful and that listens to your healthcare needs, look no further. She is here. Morgan Knowles PA-C knows how to give the very best care with a smile that will light up your day. Thank you, Morgan, for getting my health back on track.

I am a snow bird and live in Oceanside for 6 months every year. My neighbor recommended I see Dr…read more Curran and I am glad I did. He took time to go over my health records and went out of his way to talk about each one. Now it has been 4 years I see him every winter and always get the help I need. When I came down with a couple different problems he saw me right away and recommended Physical Therapy which greatly helped me. My husband became his patient as well and we are so glad we found a doctor that knows what is best for us. The Garcia's

My husband has been a patient here for a few years. The doc and NP are ok but the staff suck. Our…read moreappt was at 10 and it's now 10:50. One guy was waiting when we got here. Another two women came in and one was called in first, then the guy and then a lady that walked in five minutes ago gets called in. WTH? And this is only one experience. If you complain the female staff gets nasty and vindictive. The doc does nothing. I really think this totally is inappropriate. So we asked and were told there are two docs here but not specifically if those people that came in are attached to which doc. The girl who handled us puts all calls on hold while she types away and sings to herself and either then answers the call on hold or they hang up. Who knows. If my 100% disabled vet spouse wasn't on so many meds AND on dialysis, I would find another doc. I hate how the medical industry gets people over a barrel like this!!

Darn good Family Practice doctor. Unusual in that he's not in a "group" practice. Good service,…read moreexcellent skills, qualified staff. My 92 year old mother loves him and thinks he looks like CNN's Anderson Cooper. He listens, which is most important, and his time with you is with you, not somewhere else. Something I value in a health care provider. His main nurse, Ursula, is extremely patient with everyone and is charming as well. No visit to the doctor is without uncomfortable moments, but I've always left his office knowing I'll be back if necessary.

I had been seeing Dr. Stephenson for almost two years. A Job change forced an insurance change so I…read morecalled the office to discuss my options. I told them I was considering trying an hmo as I've been ppo for years and asked if they'd accept. They said no issue with that so I selected hmo. Today, I called to make an appointment and was told they wouldn't accept me because of the insurance change. I need care and can't access it right now because they won't accept my insurance even when they said they would when I explicitly discussed with them, very frustrating.

Dr. Tagdiri is an amazing physician. He takes the time to listen and clearly answers your…read morequestions. He is extremely knowledgeable, compassionate, patient and astute. I've been his patient for at least 35 years, and remain grateful for his precise diagnoses and personalized treatments. The ladies at the front office are also amazing and very quick to respond to messages and assist in any way possible. I also appreciate the welcoming feel of the front office; it truly makes a difference!!

About two years ago, I joined Dr. Tagdiri's practice as my primary PPO provider after my long-time…read moredoctor in Newport Beach retired following 35 years of care. I've had two annual physicals with Dr. Tagdiri's team, and both experiences have been thorough and personable. My most recent visit was with Sara Mihalko (PA), who clearly took the time to prepare for our appointment. She walked me through each aspect of my lab results with care, asking insightful questions about my overall health. Sara also provided thoughtful recommendations and clear action steps to help optimize my health, all while ensuring I never felt rushed. The front desk staff has also been excellent, with clear communication and efficient billing. It's refreshing to have a local, neighborhood practice rather than a large, impersonal clinic. If you're in search of a reputable internal medicine practice, Dr. Tagdiri, Sara, and their team are truly the best

I've been seeing Dr. Evangelista for over ten years for back issues. He is the most…read morecaring and empathetic Dr I've ever seen. He is patient, listens and hears everything you say, and he truly wants to help you do what is best for you and to relieve your pain. I have never felt rushed by him - he will spend as much time as needed until you get all of your questions answered. I've seen many other dr's for consultations on back surgery and Dr. Evangelista's opinion is the only one I trust.

I've had a few serious sports injuries over the years, from herniated discs in my neck and lower…read moreback, to ankle sprains and more. I was referred to see Dr. E from friends, particularly for my neck injury, and my experience from the first visit on has been phenomenal. When you have an injury that requires you to go to the Doctor, you're not usually stoked, but if you have to go, Dr. E is the man to see. From the start, the staff are super friendly, the office itself is clean, with modern yet beach style decor, and a good vibe. Checkin was easy, and each visit since the first, my paperwork was pre-filled out, which made it even quicker and easier. Dr. E is a really cool, super nice guy, and impressively knowledgeable. He's walked me through all my injuries, and helped me understand what was going on, answered all my questions, and worked with me to form a plan to heal. He has never rushed me out of office, he's always given me his full attention and I've always left feeling like I had a comprehensive plan of attack to fix my injuries. From the visits, to getting imaging done (I've gotten multiple X-rays, MRIs, etc), to consulting about results, scheduling follow ups, you name it, everything has been easy and painless! I highly recommend Dr. E and his team!

Very good doctor, He has been my primary phusician for years. He is very thorough and is willing to…read morespend a lot of time talking about my medical issues.

Gregory Smith has taken care of my Mother for 3 years. My Mom is 95 years Old. We love their…read moreoffice, and so much Appreciate their love, concern, and medical care we receive. We feel like they have done a good job!