I am a currently retired physician and Dr. Yoss has been my primary care doctor for 10+ years and I pray he does not retire soon. He is an incredibly smart doc who is also remarkably kind, friendly and funny (what a laugh!). He is open to integrative medicine, up to date re the latest advances in medicine and helps his patients make evidence-based decisions. Dr. Yoss also checks in on all his patients mental well-being - he knows how important it is. If you are fortunate enough to have him as your PMD, count your blessings! Also need to mention - his support staff is stellar. Everyone from the receptionists to his medical assistants are the best. read more

Dr. Yoss was my doctor 20 years ago and I had to give him up because I was moving from San Francisco to San Jose for work. He was a combination of a brilliant doctor, a very nice man, and nonjudgmental that made it easy to talk to him about anything. A close friend of mine for 60 years needed a doctor in San Francisco and Dr. Yoss came to mind immediately. read more

My experience...he was rude, too busy, no bedside manner at all. I don't think he enjoys being a doctor. I think you can find a more pleasant doctor. I have. read more

Since I'm not a health care specialist, I can't truly evaluate any physician on his or her diagnostic merits. The best I can do is find out who other doctors see. Also, I frequently double check my PCPs recommendations against the insights of a close relative who is also an internal medicine physician. Based on that, Dr. Yoss appears to follow the typical standards of care of any other highly trained and competent internist. And, he was recommended to me by another MD who patronizes Mercy Doctors Medical Group. But what makes Dr. Yoss such a stand out is that he is so good-natured and likable. It seems like this shouldn't make a difference --- but it does! I'm more motivated to take care of myself as a result and I don't dread my appointments. I wish more doctors were like him. read more

Dr. Yoss is hands down, the best PCP I've ever had, and probably the best doctor, period! I've probably been seeing him for 15 years or longer (I'm no spring chicken, by any means), and he embodies everything one could possibly want in a doctor: caring, knowledgable, inquisitive, attentive, patient...think of whatever positive attribute a physician can have. Dr. Yoss has seen me for physicals, potential heart/blood pressure issues, minor illnesses, physical ailments, etc., and he always takes the time to ask the right questions and to listen. Like others here have said, I've received phone calls on a number of occasions from Dr. Yoss to read me off the lab results of blood tests and other results from my physicals, and he even goes through the entire list of key results on my voicemail when I don't answer. Of course, he says to call back with any questions or concerns. The fact that I haven't lived in San Francisco for almost 15 years (I worked there for about 6-7 of those years), yet I'm still happy to drive the 45 minutes each way to his office and still refuse to find another PCP, tells you all you need to know about this fine doctor, and equally fine man! He's just an all-out great guy (salt of the earth, as others have said) who really seems to love what he does and cares about others. We're about the same age, so I just hope he stays in practice as long as I stay in commission!! Oh, and as for the reviews about the staff, etc. -- who cares?!! That's not his fault. They're human, and they're just fine. His medical assistant has been great to me over the years as well, going above and beyond just like he does. read more

Best doctor! I moved to Dallas and I flew to San Francisco to see Dr. Yoss for my annual check up. Dr. Yoss is very attentive, he remembers every single thing about your health history. It's a little bit hard to make appointment but you can always call to check if there's any cancellation. read more

I have spent my morning searching yelp, calling doctors, trying to set up an appointment for a physical. Finally I get to Dr. Yoss's yelp review, and think...wow...this must be it! I call and this is what I get. Me: "Are you accepting new patients?" Receptionist: "What type of insurance do you have?" Me: "PPO" Receptionist: "Then yes, he is" Me: "I would like to schedule an appointment for a general check-up" Receptionist: "What do you mean?" Me: "A physical" Receptionist: "he won't do that on the first visit, you will need to meet him first" Me: "so you want me to schedule an appointment, leave work, come down and pay to meet him? Then leave work on another day to come down and actually get the medical check-up I need" Receptionist: "Yes" Me: "No thank you, I would like to see the doctor for medical reasons not a social visit. Why can't I meet him and get a check-up in the same visit?" Receptionist: "he won't do that" Me: "ok, thank you anyway" Is this a scam to bill my insurance twice? I appreciate the gesture, but I don't know anyone who has time to schedule two doctors appointments to just meet the doctor. So weird. read more

Dr. Yoss was my primary care physician for two years. In that time it was hard to get appointments and he cancelled mine within days when he decided he was not going to be in. He bragged about how he would never do extra paperwork, i.e., prior authorizations required, because he was too busy. He also made me feel unworthy because i advocate for my health and that threatened him as a doctor. I needed lab work and the order he sent me with had wrong codes. Three times the order had to be revised to correct the lab codes. I waited 45 minutes and the lab closed which required me to make a second trip the next day. His assistant does not return calls nor pass pertinent details to the doctor from messages. Today I got a certified letter that he won't work with me any more. Previously I had Dr. Allison of the same practice for 15 years and he blew off every concern I had during my last five years with him. Avoid this practice. They do not put patients' needs first and they make excuses blaming others for their own errors. read more

Without going into any specifics (client doctor privilege, you understand) I would just like to say that Dr. Yoss is a fabulous general practitioner. As all the previous reviews have said, he did make me schedule an appointment just to "meet him" before he could give me my physical. However, when I showed up and our "meeting" only took 5 minutes (I am a healthy 24 year old with no prior medical conditions) he went ahead and did the physical on the first visit anyway. I can't promise he would do the same thing with anyone else, I can only say what he did for me. I also thought he was extremely friendly and trustworthy (two traits i value highly in a doctor). The icing on the cake was that when it came time for me to leave he double checked my insurance to make sure he was billing me for what my insurance covered (we went over several things in addition to my physical, each of which carried different copays from my insurance co.). This is the sort of thing doctors usually leave to their underlings - I was very pleased that he did this himself. I have already referred two of my friends to this doctor and would refer anyone else as well. read more

I was recommended to Dr. Yoss by a friend who said he's super nice. My first appointment had a wait time of 10 min tops, second was 5min!! I called the day before for an emergency and they got me right in! The receptionists are super friendly and will answer any questions you may have. Dr. Yoss himself is WONDERFUL. I had to go in for some uncomfortable situations and he made it not so bad! He's very smart and talks to you like a person, not just a patient. Parking, first 2 hours are $2 underground, but there is the typical SF 2 hour street parking around the St Mary's building as well. I recommend Dr. Yoss! read more

Dr. Yoss is a rare find in today's world of fast-paced medicine. He is an old-school, sensible MD who does what is needed without over-treating. One time when I had an unusual rash he couldn't quite diagnose, he brought in a dermatology colleague to help him solve the mystery, which I appreciated. His instincts are right on and he has a wonderful upbeat way about him, as well. read more

He's one of the more fun doctors ive had in a while. Makes you feel welcomed even though its your first visit. Even though its kind of hard to find parking, I think i will be coming back...thats if i need to. Plus they were very on time, not much of a wait. Everyone else there was very friendly and nice too! read more

Hi, I have been seeing Dr. Yoss for 3 or so years. I tend to be a bit of a problem child with many minor but annoying medical issues and he is very patient. I've been to more than my share of doctors in this city and had mostly bad experiences so I value a good one. When I was in the ER at St. Mary's, they told me he is the physician for the St. Mary's residents and they love him...not sure if that's still true but it's a good sign! read more

I have had the good fortune to have Dr Yoss as my primary physician for about 10 years. My health issues are, luckily, very few. I have the utmost faith that if I were to fail, I have the right man in my corner. He is very easy to talk to, has a sense of humor, gives good advice, is compassionate and intelligent without a lot of bulls**t. A very down to earth person. He remembers you and your issues from visit to visit and HE CARES.. read more

I came to see Dr. Yoss since I'm training for a marathon, so I wanted to make sure that I am in tip-top shape to put my body through a 26.2 mile run. Upon telling Dr. Yoss about my training he first questioned my sanity (I know, who in their right mind wants to run that much?) then went through the typical check-up procedures. He makes you feel at ease with his friendly disposition and most importantly, you don't feel rushed for a second. Even with a waiting room full of patients and the rest of the staff running around frantically (it's a busy place!) Dr. Yoss treats you as if you are the only patient he is seeing all day. He definitely deserves more than 5 stars! read more

It's been a while since the last review, but Dr. Yoss is still a diamond in the rough--he's really an incredible doctor! I've been avoiding commitment to a GP for 5+ years now, mostly because of very meh experiences, and because my wonderful pediatrician wouldn't continue taking me after age 23 (ahh what to do!?). My first impressions were that he's very warm, smiley, professional, patient, honest, and takes the time to get to know his patients. For me, this has not been easy to find in a doctor! I wouldn't have discovered him had I not severely sprained my ankle after a XC race in the park (good things do come out of bad experiences sometimes). He had time to see me the same week I called as a new patient, and set me up for x-rays the day of my appointment. He took down my phone number so he could call me as soon as my x-rays came in, which was the same day as my first appointment with him, so he called me back upstairs to go over the results--all in a DAY! So efficient. He also referred me to a very good orthopedic foot/ankle specialist 2 floors down, so I was able to get the most specialized treatment and medical advice possible. It's been 2 weeks since I last saw/spoke with Dr. Yoss, and he just called me today to follow up with my ankle because he was "curious how it was doing." WOW! I have never met a doctor who remembers his/her patients and who takes the time to personally follow up with my health. I'm actually looking forward to setting up my next check up with him :) Very happy to have found such a wonderful doctor I can trust!! Dr. Yoss is the boss! read more

Dr. Yoss is a great guy. Very straight forward and helped me a lot when I got pneumonia. Can't recommend him enough. read more

Dr. Yoss is very friendly and very thorough. I have been going to him for 10 years and he has seen me through good and bad times (medically and mentally speaking) and has always provided sound medical advice as well as some good personal advice. great bedside manner and very funny. read more

I absolutely LOVE my new physician Doctor Yoss. He is amongst the best of the best .. personable, honest, easy to talk to, thorough, educated, knowledgable and all of the other most amazing adjectives you could think of to describe a doctor who I cannot, in words, tell you how happy I am with. I just started seeing him a few months ago as I changed over from my previous physician who didnt accept insurance and was costing me a holy fortune. BUT the amazing part is, i could not be more thrilled with my new doctor, Doctor Yoss, and I am elated that I was infact looking to switch primary physicians because I ended up in such great hands. Within the first few months of my initial visit, I came down with a sinus infection and called Doctor Yoss. He called in anti biotic for me over the phone because I was unable to get into the office to see him that day. I was too busy at work. He called me and I told him abouit my symptoms and how i was feeling. He was flexible and infomative and kind and called in the prescription for me right away after speaking to me for a few minutes, without forcing me to come into the office on that very day. He explained this was not something he normally did but he would make an exception, etc.. I was grateful because most doctors would have DEMANDED I come in immediately (in office) to prescribe suchg a medication but I assured him I would be in to see him the following week. When I went in for my follow up I thanked him over and over again. Trust me, if you need a new doctor and you are looking for the best and the brightest go to Doctor Yoss. You won't be sorry. As for the initial visit Christine A is talking about .. he DOES do an exam when you come in for the consult (the first visit) and it is a THOROUGH exam at that. On the very first day I met him, during the consult, I felt very well taken care of. All my questions were answered and issues were addressed. I did NOT leave his office feeling like I had not had an office visit or had an exam. I was completely satisfied. So please put your worries to rest. :) If there were ten stars here I'd give him a 10 star plus!! read more

Dr. Yoss is the best.! He's not one of those prescription- happy doctors that gives you a pill for every ailment. (although he will if you want) He listens, is caring, attentive and respectful. He said on my first appointment that the body is like a puzzle and it's his job together to figure out what is wrong and what to do. Out of the hundreds of doctor's I've been to in my life, he is hands down one of my favorites. It's easy to get an appointment, he's fast and thorough with his prescription filling and note writing, he is easy to get in touch with for test results, and he makes me feel safe, like I can tell him anything without receiving arrogance in return. He genuinely cares about his patient's mental, physical, and emotionally well-being. If you need a general doctor.....he's the man! read more

In a perfect world, they would teach compassion in medical school, and Dr. Yoss would be the teacher. His bedside manner is awesome: he's very nice, funny, warm, and is NOT patronizing. He was kind enough to call in an antibiotic prescription within 30 minutes when I was in the throes of UTI agony (ladies, you know what I'm talking about) and he threw in 2 refills. I wish more doctors were like him. read more

Dr Yoss is so great! I switched to him for my PCP and I was so happy! He was thoughtful, kind and intuitive. I didn't feel rushed at all. The kind of doctor everyone wants. Unfortunately I didn't realize my medical group changed with the switch, so sadly I can't stay with him. :( Sorry Dr. Yoss, but thank you for being awesome! read more

I have been going to Dr. Yoss for over 10 years and he is a rock star. Not only is he a great gp, but he will also ask about what is going on in your life that may affect your physical health. I am a generally healthy person and had gone to Dr. Yoss's office mainly for my yearly check up as many of the women in my family have suffered from cancer. But a few years ago I had some life changes that caused extreme stress which manifested itself physically--insomia, panick attacks, digestive issues, weight loss/gain, skin break outs--while I had recognized what a good doctor he was from the first time I met with him, it wasn't until this hard time that I realized the extent of his understanding and caring. read more

I have been seeing Dr. Yoss for a long (long) time. You will not find better. My only concern is that he gets so busy it gets harder and harder to get in. All the nice things others have noted are absolutely true, and in my case one of the things I like is that he is much younger than I am. With luck I won't have to find another doctor as I go from getting older to getting old...Over the years I have referred a number of friends to Dr. Yoss, they have all been very thankful and all have remained with him. read more

Attentive, caring, thoughtful, helpful, smart and intuitive- everything you would want in a primary doctor. Salt-of-the-earth. Only issue is getting a person on the line would be great if that was a little easier as it can be a bit frustrating. read more

Doctor Yoss has been my Doctor for many years and he is the best! He listens, he cares, he really is amazing- I've had friends complain about their doctors and I always say, " i have the best doctor ever" -He has called me personally when I had a medical question about something and he tells you how it is. The wait to see him is always pretty quick- he really makes you feel comfortable and he just wants to make you right! He is #1 read more

Just got back from my first visit to Dr Yoss. In all honesty, I asked for the doctor with the earliest appointment and I lucked out with Dr Yoss. Very nice, warm, friendly. Easy to chat with. Kept my insurance and costs of things in mind when making recommendations. While I don't look forward to having to see him soon, I'll be glad it's him when I do. read more

Dr Yoss has been my on and off Dr for 4 years now (depending on my insurance provider). He takes a vested interest in his patients. I always feel like I am in very good hands with him. I am rarely sick but when I go in he remembers me. His support staff are helpful and on top of that I can get an appointment promptly and he always returns his calls. One of the best Doctors I have ever had. I can not say enough good words about him. read more

Moved to SF and had to find a new doctor. Glad I heeded the Yelp reviews here... Dr Yoss is terrific. I expect a few key things from a doctor: They need to allocate enough time for the appointment, let me speak & listen without interrupting, ask the right questions in a courteous manner, and provide me with a diagnosis they can stand behind. Dr. Yoss did exactly that! A+ read more

Love Dr. Yoss!! he's the best! I've never had a doctor this good! he's so patient and takes his time to listen to you. He asks all the right questions which makes you feel like he really cares! read more

I read all the yelp reviews, and took a recommendation from a friend.. and I like Dr. Yoss. He's a very good and compassionate listener, and explained to me that his style/philosophy is to treat the whole person and not just symptoms. I liked this. I went in for a consultation because I am looking for a new doctor, but I was also suffering from some sinus issues. I was well tended to on both of these matters. I read the negative reviews on here as well -- and my sense is (at least with one of them) that there was a communication issue with the receptionist. If you need a new doctor, it's a good idea to have a consultation and meet the doctor. If you are sick at the time of this new patient consultation, the doctor is going to treat you for that as well! The doctor would not say, "Sorry, today's just the consultation. We're ignoring the strep throat. You'll have to make another appointment for that!" That would be very, very odd behavior for any doctor, and especially for Dr. Yoss. read more

I have been seeing Dr. Yoss for four years. Great Doctor, easy to chat with , Knowledgable and willing to listen and try alternative options and treatments. I promised him he will be my PCP till death do us apart. read more

I made the switch to Dr. Yoss about two years ago and I'm so glad I did. I stuck with my previous Dr. for way too long. His ability to diagnose was fine but his bedside manner was horrible. Dr. Yoss is awesome - the guy is funny, easygoing, personable, and most importantly, super smart and just a great all around Dr. Can't recommend him enough. read more

Dr. Yoss is worth six stars. Everything in the other reviews is spot on, but I'd add that what I like most about Dr Y. is that appointments are not rushed. He seems like he's got nowhere else to go and no stack of paperwork on his desk to get through (though I'm sure he does). I go to Dr Yoss about once or twice a year (annual checkup plus an occasional illness during flu season). EXACTLY what you want as a primary care doc, you can call with a question and get an answer (he even volunteered his direct voicemail extension to me for this reason). Glad to see he's already getting the Yelp respect that he deserves. read more

Dr. Yoss saved my life. It all started with a fast heart beat. Other docs I had mentioned this to told me everyone has heart murmurs or raced heart rate once in a while. Dr. Yoss was the only one who took an EKG which was abnormal and he sent me to a wonderful heart specialist at the Mercy Med. Center. I was diagnosed with WPW and had an ablation. If I had kept going I could have died with no notice just excercising. Dr. Yoss RULES! read more

OI have been seeing Dr. Yoss for about three years. If you can find someone better, let me know. This guy is the best!He is a real person who really cares. He is very smart. I trust him with my life. Mike Smith read more

If you are looking for a doctor who is confident, empathetic, caring, compassionate, who remembers you not just as a patient but as an individual, who is forthright, respectful, and thorough, I think you have found one - Dr. Yoss. I wish there was an option for 6+ stars! read more

Awesome, informative, funny, smart. All the things you could want out of a Doctor =]

I'm not a patient of Dr. Yoss's, but I wish I were. I was a volunteer on a hospital floor where he was the Medical Director (top doc) and he was amazing, almost too good to be true. His heart is in the right place and it shows. Somebody should give Dr. Yoss an award. And he should be responsible for training all future health care providers in this city. read more

Best doctor I've ever had! Has a genuine concern for his patients. I've always left feeling like he really answered all my concerns and referred me to the right specialists when appropriate. A wonderful man, I'm lucky to have him as my doc! read more