Dr. Joshua Tarpley is not accepting new patients…read more Called to set up an appointment for some lab work and to establish care with a great doctor as we just moved to South Bay, but no luck for us!

This is an honest review so bare with me - too often in today's medicine things are dictated by…read morebottom line numbers with insurance and meds. We all know that most docs that take insurance are all stressing about making sure they see and take care of their many patients. Not always an easy task, especially when docs themselves have bosses to answer to. The whole health system can be hard to navigate for all of us. As such, I did have a miscommunication with Dr Tarpley, through no fault of either of us - just one of those miscommunications that can happen to us all, despite best intentions. Much to his credit, when he was alerted to my concerns he took the time out of his weekend and a special family celebration to call me and we were able to discuss my medical issues. He also made sure that from here on out I know exactly how to get in touch with him. He did not "need" to call me as promptly as he did, but he made the time. That is the type of doctor you want to have. He has a very kind way about him and is a gentle soul.

Horrible. Just horrible. I am not feeling well, I desperately need to find a doctor in my area and…read morefast and today, after reading the reviews I decided that Dr. Kissel sounded like the type of doctor I could trust to really find out the source of my headaches and get me back to normal. Well, I did not even get past the person who answered the phone! She picked up the phone like she was answering her phone at home! Not only that I could barely hear her, so I did not even realize someone had answered! I said "hello" just to make sure someone was on the line because all I noticed was that the recording had abruptly stopped. I said hello again because I thought I heard someone respond but I was not sure since again, the voice was was muffled. She practically yelled at me, definitely snapped at me and said HELLO CAN I HELP YOU!? I said "Oh hello, sorry I did not know if someone was there I can barely hear you" I can't recall what she said but her tone was abrasive and she was not helpful, she just sounded like a miserable front desk clerk that hated her job and just wanted to get through with the day! Well, I am a person who is unwell, the last thing I need is a rude person as a gatekeeper to the improvement of my health (I called at 3:14 on May 7th in case the business would like to try to track down who this person is) this definitely had a chilling effect on me and I doubt I would even care to try and call again. I really don't care to deal with mean people, especially if I DO like the doctor, since then I would have to deal with this person more!! I actually asked the person on the phone "why are you speaking to me this way? you sound like to are trying to get me to hang up and all I said was that I could barely hear you." she just said she was only trying to help and she immediately tried changing her voice to a friendly tone. I just hung up. I don't have time for games. This is my health. To the business: I just want to point out that I used to work in a VERY busy, VERY successful doctor's office for almost a decade and the people who answer the phone are integral to the success of a practice! If you need to pay someone more, give them more benefits, FIND SOMEONE ELSE that is possibly younger, fresher and more pleasant who appreciates their job, so be it, it's worth it. The demeanor of the secretary or receptionist is the first thing patients will encounter besides these reviews. It's unfair to this practice to have unpleasant people ruining an experience before it begins. I want to hear an inviting voice, I want to see a smiling face and I want to feel at ease. Wouldn't you?

My 89 year old father and I have been seeing Dr Kissel for 30 years…read more He saved my fathers life in the early 90's by recommending exploratory surgury after two ER visits and hospital stays found no reason why he was losing blood to point where he would pass out. Dr Kissel actually went with my father to the surgury. They found internal bleeding. Dr Kissel is a great doctor! He will NOT tell you what you want to here, he'll tell you the truth. I have always joked that I need to find a fat doctor who drinks and smokes to tell me I'm OK! But, I want to live. Thank You Dr Kissel.

I'm a new patient to Dr. Ellis and was blown away by the care I received during my first visit…read more The facility was nice, clean and had plenty of parking. When I arrived the staff was actively sanitizing everything, I felt very safe. Two things stood out the most during my appointment, Dr. Ellis genuinely cares and wants the patient to understand what he is saying. He was very thorough and respectful with my physical examination. He took the time to walk through and explain my blood work, not just tell me everything is okay but actually explain why everything is okay. To me, it was obvious by Dr. Ellis mannerisms that he really cared. Whenever I spoke he stopped what he was doing to truly listen to what I was saying. They had a little mental health questionnaire for each client to fill out, I thought this was a nice touch. Part way through my appointment he stopped to ask how I was and if there was anything I wanted to talk about, he genuinely meant it. Although he doesn't specialize or deal with Mental Health I really respected that his office had an emphasis on it. I highly recommend Dr. Ellis. He is an overall great man and doctor.

Poor front desk staff , Dr Ellis was not honest with me about one prescription during my physical…read more he stated he ordered-it and did not . Call today and front desk staff should not work in healthcare period. I will not refer him new people patients..

I feel vey fortunate to have had Dr. Lui as my primary care doctor for the past 13 months The…read morequality of care that she and her staff have provided is flawless. She is always prepared, is generous with her time and her follow up is always timely. The advice that Dr. Lui has given me has changed my life. I've lost 18 pounds, improved my BP by 10-15 points and my labs have improved significantly. I thank her every time I have the chance! I'm pleased to add another 5 star rating to all the rest. Bob P

Dr. Lui is absolutely wonderful. She is kind and thoughtful and cares for three generations of my…read morefamily including myself, my mother and my daughter. We all have very different needs and Dr. Lui and her staff support each of us with thoroughness and warmth. The office is communicative, proactive and above all kind. We are so grateful for Dr. Lui's outstanding practice.

I drive 45 minutes to Dr. Mellman's office not because I like driving but because it is the most…read morecomfortable, pleasant, polite and efficient office I have ever seen. Both Dr. Mellman and Physician Assistant Rebecca Pestle are knowledgeable and, what is so important for me, act as my professional advisors, not bosses. They hear me out, check out my symptoms and complaints and kindly suggest the course of action. Today I had an additional pleasant experience, drawing blood, which I am normally terrified of. Nurse Angie made the ordeal painless and uneventful. (See attached photo). I can wholeheartedly recommend this office to anybody who wants to get kind and competent medical care.

Dr Mellman is a fine doctor, but I have had nothing but disagreements with the receptionist, who…read moredo not listen to the patient and want you to see the physician's assistant. Now I have found another doctor, as it became impossible to deal with the receptionist; I have been trying to get my medical records for 3 weeks, and as of today, I still don't any anything positive to say, they say they mailed the form, and I never received, I called again today, and she told me, it was mailed yesterday, I asked her if I can ask one question, she doesn't let you speak. She hang up on me twice. Doctor Mellman needs to hire someone who is respectful to the patients! I still don't have my records to go to a new doctor.

After our good Primary Doctor advised that he is retiring, we were forced to look around for his…read morereplacement. The change of health group to Torrance Health IPA, we decided to get Dr. Carmen Morales to be our Primary Doctor. Our first meeting with would be after March as she is fully booked. We need to see a doctor for a regular checkup and to take care of the refills of our medication, so we agreed to see Dr. Jason Alvarado instead. Our meeting with him will pass for the saying "first impression is lasting".We found him to be soft spoken, very knowledgeable and very understanding especially for my wife who is suffering from Vascular Dementia. He took care of our medication refills after a thorough routine physical check and a referral for my BPH concerns. He spent enough time with us which is very satisfactory. I would personally recommend him to anyone looking for their Primary Doctor. Nilo and Aida Zanoria Carson, California

The office experience has always been excellent. I started being a patient in 2023 at his El…read moreSegundo location. Dr. Alvarado is the utmost professional and from day one was very receptive to my concerns. He is excellent at explaining diagnosis and complex systems. Always willing to listen and never dismisses any thoughts. I went to him for knee issues, but have stayed because he's the best.

I have had a couple of bad doctor experiences recently with older, more close minded doctors who…read morerushed to push meds without even finding out what the real problem is. It can be hard to find a good doctor when you have an HMO and have to commit to a doctor before knowing their bedside manner, but I have to say that I was pleasantly surprised after my first appointment with Dr. O'Bryan. She took the time to make me feel like I was being listened to, she asked more questions than any doctor I have ever seen before, which made me feel like she was being very thorough. I highly recommend her and after just one appointment I can tell that we are a great match and I look forward to being under her care as a patient.

Dr. Meagan O'bryan is amazing. I had to wait six weeks to see her and it was well worth the wait…read more She really took time to address my concerns. I did not feel like she was in a rush to get me out, like other doctors are. If you looking for a new doctor she is great. Her practice is with Health Care Partners of South Beach.

Oh my goodness! I recently switched to this medical office from another one in the same system. I…read morehad liked the other one, but my doctor's schedule had changed, so on some recommendations, I booked an appointment with Dr. Mejia's office. I LOVE the office and the doctor! I was greeted by everyone in the office warmly. The office was super efficient and everyone was clearly playing on the same team to ensure great care for all patients. The nurse/medical assistant who works with Dr. Mejia was also awesome, and followed up with me at the end of the visit to make sure I had any follow-up or prescriptions the doctor had mentioned. Everything was timely, efficient and just kind and respectful. I can't recommend the doctor and this office more highly!

Dr. Mejia, is an excellent doctor. He listened to everything I asked and shared his knowledge and…read morewisdom to help guide me down the path to fix my issues. I'm really lucky and blessed to have Dr. Mejia as my doctor. Thank you, so much