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    James Kao, MD

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    Dr Kao is an excellent physician. He is very knowledgeable and a great diagnostician.

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    Dr kao is very knowledge and he cares for his patients.the office staff are also super friendly.

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    Tim Chen, MD

    Tim Chen, MD

    (29 reviews)

    I took my dad to see the dr Tim for a second opinion about a colonoscopy, because when he was in…read morethe hospital they recommended to do it, but Dr Tim explain to us the pros and cons about the exam since my dad is 92 years old,. He said it is not a good idea but if we want to do it he was happy to help us. He said that because I told him my dad had a colonoscopy like 4 months ago and it didn't show anything bad plus my dad doesn't have any stomach pain. We decided not to do it but if my dad have any pain will come back. I really like the Dr Tim, he was nice, and took his time to explained everything I asked him, so I recommend him. Everything was smooth, easy to make appointment, everyone in the office was nice and respectful with us and we didn't have to wait too much. So thank you everyone A++

    COVID-19: Social distancing is not enforced at this establishment. Some of the staff wears a mask…read more All patients are not expected to wear a mask. It's optional now. The staff also wears gloves when handling bodily fluids or when touching patients. There are some hand sanitizers available for patients to use. This place is open and available with limited capacity. They are sanitizing in between patients. COVID-19 Vaccination Proof: This establishment currently does not require proof of vaccination. They also do not allow pets in their establishment UNLESS it's a service animal. Parking: The parking lot for this establishment is small. Many times, the parking lot will be full. I just park at Walgreens and walk over. Or, you can park in the massive parking lot with the supermarket across the street and walk over. You have plenty of options. Don't worry. The medical office itself is extremely clean, neat, tidy, and organized. Staff: The receptionists here are very quick, efficient, friendly, and knowledgeable. Dr. Tim Chen himself is fricken funny, knowledgeable, caring, and compassionate. They accept both cash and credit cards. There is no credit card minimum.

    Samuel Mourani, MD

    Samuel Mourani, MD

    (25 reviews)

    I am free and clear of what was affecting me , because of a well rounded, balance, knowledgeable…read moreand competent physician, Doctor Mourani. I am just thankful to God that he made Dr. Mourani. He is the definition of a remarkable human being and a gentleman. And one who defines medicine. His Nurse practitioner in the Glendora office is a terrific representation of him. She is hands on and a "people person". The way she treats you is therapeutical.. It helps you to forget that you even had a problem while you were there. There are others' who calls themselves doctors and NP out there, who can take a page from their books to improve themselves as human beings and who they claim to be in their profession. Dr Mourani is effective, competent, knowledgeable and thorough, because he his is operating within his God given gift, and not to identify with prestige or profit. Even though one has to work to earn their living, he is well deserving of his , he earns it everyday. He is a part of the few doctors on earth who are the very best. The staff at the Arcadia surgical facility are very sweet and caring. There are some out there who calls themselves doctors when they should be plumbers. they were never mean to be doctors, so they have no clue as to what they are doing. Thank God for Dr. Mourani

    I took my daughter to Dr. Mourani. He was personable and professional. He took his time and…read moreanswered all of our questions. He did an upper endoscopy and figured out what the problem was. We are grateful for his care. And the office staff were kind and caring as well.

    Elias Tarakji, MD - Elias Tarakji, MD

    Elias Tarakji, MD

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    I am giving a 1 star for a very specific reason. No complaint as far as Dr Tarakji, I would agree…read morewith most reviews he is a good GI specialist. He doesn't spend much time with patient, the center in Arcadia is definitely a factory based on volume but they get you in and out fast and know what they do, for that I would give them a 4/5 star The issue is that they subcontract the anesthesiologist. The MD was fine but the billing for that part is a total scam. They use AmSurg Arcadia Anesthesia LP. If anything per my plan was found as part of my first GI surgery, it is covered as preventive care. They have it in their initial paperwork that the anesthesia is also included, black on white. However once the surgery is done they refuse to properly code your expenses. 5 phone calls, 2 emails later, all I get are mountains of letters, texts, emails threatening me to sent my $332 bill to collection while all I want is them to stick to their procedure and code it correctly. A scam, a total billing scam that ruins the entire experience and as a result I will not return, sad for Dr Tarakji but sorry he is now guilty by association. I truly regret to have to give him a bad review as a result of billing because the rest was good.

    I'd like to commend your receptionist, Jennifer for her above and beyond…read more customer service. Recently I went to your office to see if I could get a new medication prescribed for me. I have been in constant abdominal pain. It was a Friday afternoon and I thought the office might only open for half day. Glad that it wasn't closed yet. I spoke to the receptionist, Jennifer. She showed the picture of my condition to the nurse practitioner who then prescribed the new medication for me. I'm grateful for Jennifer's assistance . Please thank her for me. It's people like her that make doctor's visits more pleasant. Vivian C.

    Synergy Natural Medicine Clinic - Dr. Jennifer Wicher

    Synergy Natural Medicine Clinic

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    I have been under dr Wicher 's care for 10 years, each visit gave me comfort and care. Different…read moreailments, from an UTI, to healing my Gallblader, were treated with much knowledge and experience. Dr Wicher saved me from Gallblader surgery, for this and other, as important health issues, I am forever grateful. Along side me, we took on many issues, always steay, always knowledgeable, not judging or brushing me off. With a fine tooth comb she goes over blood tests and pushes for better results. She makes you want to do better at health. I, along side many patients, are super lucky to have this amazing lady treating us. She cares, really does! The call i made to became her patient, I can assure all of you, saved my life! Forever grateful, Simona Afkham

    I went to Dr Wicher for prolotherapy on my right wrist and to obtain a prescription for Rapamycin…read more This office is run solely by Dr. Wicher and her receptionist--no assistant or nurse, which is rare for any medical office. The first two treatments of prolotherapy March 10 and Apr 14 went without incident, but on the third May 20, unlike the 20+ treatments over the years I received from another doctor who always used a thin-gauge needle with no local anesthetic, Dr Wicher used a thick gauge needle that looked like the type used for blood draws. I trusted her judgment, which was a mistake, as the injection caused intense pain, tingling, numbness in my fingers, and damage to the tendon. I found out later she used a local anesthetic which she did not in the first treatment. The pain and weakness in my wrist is WORSE than before the treatments began, and persists to this day, to the extent that I it affects my daily life (I have trouble driving and cannot open a jar lid with a jar opening tool.) In my previous visit Apr 14, I received a prescription for 12 capsules of 6mg compounded Rapamycin. Before the botched prolotherapy treatment I brought up studies that showed that the compounded form has a bioavailability of only 30%. Dr Wicher did not dispute and agreed to send a new prescription to my pharmacy for Sirolimus, the generic form of Rapamycin. When I got home my pinkie/ring fingers were numb and unusable so I called the office to report expecting a follow up call, but I never received one. Three days later after multiple calls the receptionist told me the doctor emailed me: 1. Lia said you were having some numbness in your wrist? Is this still present? It could have been from the anesthetic but should wear off 2. Rapamycin: I am not comfortable ordering the non-compounded drug for you unless you obtain additional labs(CMP, CBC and regular lipid testing). You gave me some labs from April. When I did your initial consult, I did a focused prolozone one based on what you were coming in for. I would need to obtain further information before proceeding with this drug. I responded by asking her why she needed new labs when she had already given me a prescription based on the lab work the month before, Her response: "Since the actual drug is a bit more potent than the compounded one is why I want these labs. " This was puzzling. She chose to prescribe the compounded version because the potency is low as to be ineffective? She had already prescribed compounded Rapamycin a month ago, and then agreed to the generic. So why did she change her mind? The only reason I can think of is that, after my report of numbness, she grew concerned about liability and reversed course--not because of clinical concerns, but professional ones. There were more issues. Attached is Customized Client Schedule I received after my exam. Notice that recommendation 2 Dihydroberberine does not contain exact doses, but only a recommendation for the product she sells in her office. Recommendation 1 is also for a product she sells in her office. Also notice the hand written recommendation for "Caster Oil Packs-see handout". I was not given the handout and had to ask the receptionist for help. She added "wool flannel" to the sheet. Also note the prescription for Rapacycin 6mg. Another issue occurred during my first appointment in which my blood pressure reading was high, over 150/90, indicating Stage 2 Hypertension. I was given absolutely no guidance on how to address this concern. I cannot recommend this practice: * Overworked: The doctor is spread thin, as she has no assistants. * Poor communication: She doesn't respond to emails or calls in a timely manner (5 days to respond to second email). * Neglected critical signs: Like failing to address my Stage 2 Hypertension * Vague instructions: Handout was missing, instructions unclear, product dosages unspecified. * Conflict of interest: She recommended supplements that she sells in her office, I assume at a profit. * Competence concerns: Offers a broad menu of therapies, but may lack depth in some. Based on my experience, if you are considering prolotherapy, only consider practices that specialize in orthopedics and have extensive experience with prolotherapy. I no longer trust Dr Wicher. I canceled my next appointment, and will no longer be seeing this ND.

    James Kao, MD - gastroenterologist - Updated May 2026

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