Okay first of all, best doctor ever. Like most women, I have…read morethat pretty passionate hatred of the obgyn. But once I got pregnant, it was time to realize those visits were unavoidable and suck it up. I changed obgyns during the middle of my pregnancy from an office I thought was tolerable in San Jose, to Dr. Goddard when my husband and I moved to Grass Valley. I was skeptical about having a male obgyn at first, but after my first appointment I realized how awesome Dr. Goddard and his whole practice is. Hannah, the front desk receptionist is super sweet and friendly while you wait. His assistant is also super friendly and makes great conversation while taking your vitals while you wait for Goddard himself. Then, the show starts. Goddard is hilarious! I found myself and my husband laughing our asses off before our appointment was even half over. It wasnt uncomfortable at all. On a more serious note, he always was really patient with my questions as a first time mom and never rushed us. My previous OB had made me worried that my daughter measured a bit small, but Goddard reassured us she was fine and low and behold she is! He even assured us that he would be there for my delivery no matter what! And when my water broke on a Sunday morning, he showed up (wearing an adidas t shirt and cargo shorts) lol. Well anyways, great, funny, educated doctor! Really happy with my experience.

Dr. Goddard was my doctor almost 30 years ago while at Travis AFB. I specifically asked that he…read morepreform my scheduled c-section because I trusted his knowledge and expertise. He was caring and took the time to make sure I felt comfortable after another doctor scared me days before my surgery. He was exceptional and I delivered a healthy baby boy. If I would have known he was in Grass Valley after I moved, I would have had him be my doctor for my other two children.

Dr. Reeder seems like a very king and caring man. It was our first visit to him and he was very…read morenice and down to earth. He is also open to working with parents that have their children on alternative vaccine schedules, which for us is extremely important. We have been out right turned away from some offices that would not even accept our son as a patient since we are opting out of some vaccines and spacing others apart. Dr Reeder of course recommends following the CDC vaccine schedule as most doctors do, however it is refreshing to find a doctor that is open to our ideas and doesn't put us down for doing what we think is best for our son. Dr. Reeder met us in the waiting room, introduced himself, and shook our hands---very professional and overall a very nice man. He spent a lot of time talking with us and it is clear he loves kids too. Would recommend him based off our first experience with him.

Both my daughters have seen him starting in 1997 and 2001 as infants, he has always held kindness…read moreand respect for our personal opinions and guided us when needed. Always the best care! Now my girls are moving out of pediatric care and we will miss him.

Dr. Celestine is my all-time favorite OB-GYN, and I've had quite a few!…read more From the moment you walk in, it's a great experience - beautiful surroundings (decorated for the season now) and all staff are friendly and competent. There's not usually much of a wait. And the doctor herself is the perfect blend of competence and caring. Unlike so many medical professionals (who, granted, are severely overworked), she takes plenty of time to discuss absolutely everything health-related with you; asking all pertinent questions and carefully explaining what you need to know. I feel so fortunate to have found her, and am extremely glad I didn't just settle for the group I had previously been with. I would highly recommend her to anyone!

I have been seeing Dr. Avera for close to 20 years and am so grateful for his skill, his…read morededication, his compassion and his amazing sense of humor. His entire staff is also wonderful, including his fabulous dental assistant Nicole. Thank you all. Without you, I would probably be of no teeth.

Dr. Avera and staff are always very professional and friendly on every visit always making sure i…read moream comfortable. Dr.Avera always makes it a point to come over and say hello and to review what i was there for that day even if he is not the one handling whatever procedure i am in for. Always funny and quick to tell a joke to make me laugh he is definitely a kind and honest doctor and that is what i like about his practices. I would 100% recommend his offices in Grass Valley or Auburn if you wish to receive the best service and treatment around.

The Doctor is very capable but his office staff are intolerable authoritarians and he can't be…read morereached but through them.

Dr. Kanomata takes the time to listen to me, acknowledges my concerns and answers my question. I…read moream a vegan, and he supports my diet. This office is always quick to respond to any issues I have. I highly respect and recommend Dr. Kanomata and his entire staff.

I'm 79 years old, and so have had a lot of doctors down through the years. Many of them were okay,…read morewhile others were great. But Dr. Lowe is by far the greatest. He is not only very interested and caring, but he is thorough in all of his efforts to keep his patients well and healthy.

Doctor Lowe has been my physician for 25 years, he has always been a caring, knowledgeable and…read morewonderful doctor. His receptionists and back office staff always treat me with the utmost respect and caring. I wouldn't think of changing doctors, ever. Thank you Doctor Lowe and your staff for the wonderful treatment you have given me all these years.

Dr. Lernhardt has been my primary care physician for 10 years I have been totally happy. She is…read morereadily available at all times. She is upfront and has a no nonsense attitude towards Medicine. She wants to find out what's wrong So we can have a happier life. All referring doctors think she is extremely bright and capable.

I selected Dr. Lernhardt as my family doctor and it was the best decision for me. I find her to be…read moreknowledgeable and compassionate. She is the kind of doctor who says what she thinks, but that is a benefit for patients because she makes a diagnosis based on symptoms and history AND THEN CONFIRMS the diagnosis with various tests. I believe that she takes me seriously and cares about me, as a person, not just a patient. If I need to see her I usually get added to that same day's appointments. She doesn't have patience with incompetence in other professionals or their staff if they give her, or me, the run around and if she is your doc, you WILL get in for tests and other referrals, quickly. The comments about her staff are not my experience, they have pleasant and helpful attitudes but, they get tired and frustrated too. Once, I had a good convo with her staff, they said that she can be demanding (something I appreciate) but they could not learn as much working anywhere else. Quick example, I mentioned that I had unusual symptoms, in detail, and where some would make light if it, Doctor Lernhardt wasted no time in sending me in for a brain scan. I have two tumors in my head, inoperable as of now, but every other doctor I have seen about this are surprised that the tumors were found as they would not have thought to check in this particular area! I now see doctors at UC Davis Oncology, thanks to the swift and confident actions of Dr Lernhardt. Her brash and quick attitude is understandable, to me, when I see how hard she advocates for her patients. If you want to be treated with insincere platitudes, go somewhere else, but if you want a doctor you can trust, in my opinion, Dr. Lernhardt is the best!