Dr Kuluva has been amazing helping my wife and Inas we deal with a Traumatic Brain Injury we got…read morewhen hit by a car several years ago. Top notch.

I wrote a review about Dr. Kuluva a couple of years ago that didn't get posted for some reason. At…read morethe time, Yelp said they were going to review it, but then never posted it. Since it never got posted, here goes another try. The reason I'm posting this is that I'd like to 2nd Kristin K's experience with Dr. Kuluva. While my experience was not as awful as her's, I also found him to be pretty dismissive. At the time that I was his patient, I was a graduate student in NYC, and was referred to him via the campus counselling center. At that point in my life, I was dealing with a good deal of depression for a variety of reasons. However, he was often dismissive of the things that I would bring up with him - so much so that I found myself censoring myself during our appointments. In fact, I often left my appointments with him feeling worse than when I came in because he made me feel stupid and whiny. Not exactly a great recipe for building trust with someone. Being an adult child of an alcoholic parent who was also often dismissive of me, this really was an especially lousy way to work with me. After several months, I finally got fed up with seeing him, and quit making appointments. If you give him the benefit of the doubt, I believe he was a doing his residency at NYU Medical Center during the time when I was his patient; and for that reason, my understanding was that he was often dealing with patients with far greater psychological issues than run-of-the-mill depression like mine. As a result, I could see how my issues at the time would pale in comparison. Still, I think it's poor practice to make any of your patients feel worse than when they came in, regardless of how severe their issues are. For those who have had success working with him, all the power to you and God bless. My experience with him, however, was lousy and I could never recommend him to anyone.

I was very pleased with my visit to Dr Wrubell's office on August 28. The office staff were very…read morehelpful and efficient. Dr. Wrubel listened to my concerns and gave me helpful advice. I truly appreciated his attention and care.

It is rare in today's medical landscape to find a physician who not only possesses an exceptional…read moredepth of knowledge, but also takes the time to treat each patient with the kind of thoroughness, respect, and continuity of care that Dr. Bradley Wrubble provides. I have had the privilege of being under Dr. Wrubble's care since 2009, when he diagnosed me with multiple sclerosis (MS), a life-altering moment that he helped me face with compassion, clarity, and empowerment. What set Dr. Wrubble apart from the very first appointment was how meticulous and informative he was in his approach. He didn't rush the diagnosis or rely on assumptions--he explained every test, every symptom, and every treatment path in a way that made me feel not just heard, but truly understood. He laid out the roadmap of what MS could look like in my future and gave me access to resources that helped me not only understand the disease, but learn how to live with it. These weren't generic handouts or boilerplate instructions--Dr. Wrubble offered personalized, real-world guidance that helped me transition into this new chapter of my life with a sense of direction and control. Over the years, he has remained consistently current with the latest research and evolving treatment options in the field of neurology. He doesn't just prescribe a medication--he explains why it's being prescribed, how it interacts with the body, what to expect, and what other paths may be available if things change. That kind of transparency and education is invaluable, especially with a complex and often unpredictable condition like MS. Despite changes in insurance networks and medical group affiliations, I have continued to see Dr. Wrubble--paying out of pocket--because I simply have not found anyone else who provides the same level of care and depth of understanding. That alone speaks volumes. Many physicians are skilled, but Dr. Wrubble combines skill with a personal commitment that inspires confidence and loyalty. If you or a loved one is dealing with a neurological condition, I cannot recommend Dr. Bradley Wrubble highly enough. He is a rare breed of doctor--intelligent, meticulous, compassionate, and unwaveringly dedicated to the well-being of his patients. Choosing him was one of the best medical decisions I've ever made, and I will continue to place my trust in his expertise for as long as I'm able.

Highly recommend Dr. Brian Richardson. After a not-so-great experience with another neurologist, he…read moretreated me for concussion & head injury. He was compassionate, professional, and knowledgable. My case was not as straightforward as others are, but that did not deter him. While assessing the state of my symptoms over the course of multiple visits, he worked diligently to determine the right combination of medication and referrals to other specialties that would get me back on the road to being functional again. Based on my experience, he is worth the wait. Very grateful to him and his team!

Dr. Richardson was recommended to me by One Medical Group for my concussion. Front desk staff did…read morea fantastic job balancing being kind and empathetic and professional and also efficient with the backlog of patients in the waiting room - my appointment started about an hour and a half late. The exam itself included taking down notes of my concussion and symptoms timeline, and administering a 30-point evaluation that included knee-hammer-reflex-test and some very easy cognition assessments. At the conclusion he agreed with my PCP's diagnosis of post concussion syndrome, said I passed 29 out of 30 points of his evaluation, and come back in a few months if I'm still not feeling better. When I pressed for anything else I could do, he referred me to cognitive therapy (which was helpful in identifying that I needed to see a vision therapist instead - look up UC Berkeley Optometry School Concussion Clinic at Tang Center, they're amazing!). Dr Richardson gave me a copy of his notes after the exam, and I noticed several inaccuracies (saying "patient does not" when I do have something, or "patient does" when I don't have something). Many months later I was seeing a vestibular therapist and when she asked if I'd seen a neurologist and I mentioned my experience, she asked for the name of the neurologist I saw and on learning it was Dr. Richardson, the vestibular therapist said she'd had another concussion patient who had a very similar experience with Dr. Richardson. If you have a concussion, you probably won't have a terrible experience seeing Dr. Richardson, but you probably won't get much help either.

We initially met Dr. Arnold when my dad was staying at a Summit Hospital for a neurological issue…read more Dr. Arnold was great in that he took the time to explain everything clearly and calmly. We had a lot of questions given our unfamiliarity in these new conditions my dad was developing. Dr. Arnold had a lot of patience and compassion when clarifying our concerns and also responded promptly as well when something new came up. My dad sees Dr. Arnold on a regular basis now and we highly recommend him for any Neurological needs.

Ok doc, terrible communication skills. Sorry, but I need a doctor who's office returns calls and…read morefollows up.

Everything went well Dr Stuffmann and staff were perfect machine for great outcome.read more

I was not completely happy with my experience with Dr. Stuffman relating to a shoulder injury and…read morediagnosed as a torn rotator cuff tear. Although he correctly diagnosed my problem and my need for physical therapy, he declined to refer me to a physical therapist office. Fortunately, my health plan has a good physical therapist office available for referral and Dr. Stuffman did provide a general order for the therapy. The therapist was very competent and requested that I obtain an ultrasound exam from Dr. Stuffman for aid in understanding my injury and providing the right physical therapy. This required another visit to Dr. Stuffman. For the purpose of thoroughness in making his diagno-sis, I think Dr. Stuffman should have performed the ultrasound (a 15 minute exam) in my initial visit with him. Dr. Stuffman also provided no prognosis for my injury, albeit the physical therapist recommended that I no longer do my upper body workouts with 5 lbs. weights or more for fear of aggravating the torn rotator cuff. On the plus side for Dr. Stuffman, he provided a online video for doing physical therapy and this video mentioned "easy" may be better in doing physical therapy weight lifting. This advise was very helpful because I tend to do too much sometimes

Dr. Shen has moved his Oakland office to 5700 Telegraph, so this office is closed. However, Dr…read more Shen (at any location) is wonderful. He has really cared about managing my chronic back pain.

My pelvis is fractured, broken. X-ray makes this clear. Shen should have passed on his steroidal…read moreinjection and sent me up the ladder to a surgeon. The shot was utterly ineffective. The negative side effects of this drug are myriad. But this is what Shen does. Instead of recognizing a condition well over his head, he wanted more injections, like a Bandaid on a ruptured artery. Not impressed by has diagnostic acumen.

"Dr. Tang refers to himself as a "spine surgeon". He is not. Violating basic principles in placing…read moretitanium anchor screws in bone; his treatment is doomed to failure. He operated on my spine after consulting with me and discussing what I hoped to gain from the surgery. I wanted to stand for various activities without the need to sit, or lie to avoid the pain on standing. I wanted to walk without pain and finally, to stop the spontaneous lower back pain that haunted me throughout the day. Dr. Tang said, the best alternative would be a "spinal fusion". I accepted his recommendation and proceeded with the surgery. I improved and could stand and walk without pain. Several months went by and the pain returned with a vengeance. He recommended another, limited surgery which I went through. It didn't help. I lived with the pain on standing and walking hoping it would get better. After several months, I returned to see him and discuss the results of a recent lower spine x-ray. I'd seen the x-ray as well as the radiologist findings. The screws were loose in the bone noted by the radiologist. Looseness was indicated by radiolucencies, dark areas surrounding the screws. I'm a dentist and familiar with reading x-rays. I asked Dr. Tang if radiolucent areas concerned him. "No, the screws are not that important in your case." At this point, I couldn't help but ask how often screws he placed didn't integrate with the surrounding bone? "About 20% of the time". Then I asked him about getting an M.R.I. of the lower back because it would better show the soft tissue. He responded saying "There is no need. I already know what it would show." I reminded him that I continued to be in pain. He had nothing more to say. As soon as I returned home, I made an appointment at the UCSF Medical Campus Spine Center. They ordered an M.R.I. and when I met with a neurosurgeon, he had bad news for me. The previous surgery was failing. I would need an extensive back surgery. He, Dr. Nima Allen, was ambivalent about my going through with it. By now my pain had substantially worsened. I went home and wondered what I should do? Two weeks went by when I received a call from a spine surgeon's (Dr. Shane Burch) assistant reaching out to me to consult with Dr. Burch which I did. He felt the surgery would remove most of my pain and provide a normal curvature to my spine. A week later, the pain progressed to an intolerable level. I called Dr. Burch and gave him the go ahead. Fast forward to now, almost 4 months post surgical. I no longer have any back pain. I can stand for as long as I desire and I stand straight, no longer leaning to one side. Three surgeons participated in my care, a spine surgeon, a neurosurgeon and a vascular surgeon. Gordon Tang could not hope to handle my case, nor others like mine. I assume he is a competent neurosurgeon, but he is not a spine surgeon; although he claims to be one. I urge anyone reading this who might require spine surgery, to get another opinion. In fact, it's in your best interests to visit the UCSF Spine center. Stephen Kane

This was 17 years ago, Dr Tang came to my father's bedside talked to us dad's CT of brain reports,…read moreI can never forget that moments, he said to us using a not only unprofessional but horrible wording told us " dad's brain was like you dropped A uncooked egg on to the ground, it's totally smashed ". Up to today, I still can not believed also can not forgive him- as a doctor by used such languages to described a patient's medical conditions. No, I 100% not recommended Dr Gordon Tang.

Dr.Thomas Peatman,Hip Resurfacing Surgery.... I was in so much pain with my hip. I thought I would…read morelose my mind.. I was referred to Dr. Peterman by another orthopedic surgeon in the same building. She told me I needed a total hip replacement. I had been reading a magazine in the waiting room concerning knee resurfacing surgery.. I said too bad they don't do this for hip replacements. She said" There is hip replacement surgery. I just don't perform them, but Dr. Peatman is qualified to do hip resurfacing surgery". She called his office and I went straight to his office.. was the kindest doctor full of knowledge still very young at the time, he put me at ease and explained everything about the surgery. Having hip replacement surgery was the best decision I've ever made in my life. I've had absolutely no pain in the hip., the morning after my surgery, I hesitated to put weight on that leg for fear of the pain that would happen in my hip. The nurse encouraged me go ahead. It'll be OK,I put my weight on the leg, in total amazement,I had absolutely zero pain deep in my hip. I had forgotten what it felt like to have zero pain in my hip. It was and still is to this day, amazing to be without pain. I love my hip-still to this day love my hip resurfacing surgery. I am so thankful for Dr Thomas Peatman. It goes without saying Dr. Peatman has and always will have his own special place in my heart. His office staff were also wonderful to me. I will add I was his first Hip Replacement Surgery. Talented wonderful surgeon. Yes I know. I'm just a little prejudice,after all, he gave me back my life he gave me back movement dancing ,walking even setting pain-free.

I have been very fortunate over the last twenty years to have been treated by a family doctor who…read moreis connected to a network of fantastic specialists. This is the reason I travel almost 200 miles to be treated by Dr. Peatman. The Webster Orthopedic Group is a class act. Every person I have dealt with has been friendly, polite and professional. Calls are answered or returned promptly, waiting room time for appointments is almost non-existent, Dr. Peatman and his staff are efficient and respectful of my time. Often, they get me in early and out quickly due to my long drive. All my crazy requests are handled efficiently with 5 star customer service. I have never been made to feel I'm asking for too much or wasting the staffs time. Dr. Peatman is a confident but not cocky surgeon who always makes me feel he has my best interests at heart. He takes time to answer my questions and explain treatments and procedures so I fully understand. He never appears to be in a hurry. During my surgeries, I have noticed the operating room support staff seem to enjoy working with Dr. Peatman. I even had one nurse tell me he is the best surgeon she had worked with. I can't think of a better endorsement.