I'm updating the review to help people who think they have Lyme and not to hurt the dr but I feel it's really not fair to scam people. Finally after years of not feeling well and for dr joseph to really play me with IgeneX which I learned from at least four drs that I should not trust these results. My true health problem was GI and not Lyme at all. My life is back to 100% normal with simple food to avoid as allergy and some GI issues that the my GI dr fixed without the crazy bills and the scare of Lyme. It's so sad how people take advantage of you when you are sick and you are seeking them for help. If you think you have Lyme please go visit dr Ellie Goldstein in Santa Monica. He will run a proper lab tests and lead you to the right path read more

He saved my life! He is a legitimate Lyme literate doc. I don't know if he's retired but I am very grateful that I was in LA when I got super sick. He is well versed in the diagnosis and treatment of Lyme. I didn't realize I had it but again he saved my life. read more

It's pretty rare that I have to place a low rating. In this case, I feel it's warranted. When you call a place like this, most of the time it's because your health is at stake and you need to see the doctor. With all the stress this is giving the last thing you need to deal with is someone's ego and pride. Amber the office manager (or so she claimed) is not only rude, but if you don't instantly drop your concerns about your own health and address her like a queen, she'll DEFINITELY make sure to give you issues. Why support a place where the staff itself is a problem? Los Angeles is a HUGE PLACE with MANY options. Don't let locations or time be the excuse to go here. If the doctor has decent marketing or business sense he'd subtract this nuisance from the staff. Either way, don't punish yourself, do your due diligence and find another place. read more

Their front desk help is a mess. From what I can understand they are only open Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. The receptionist didn't know anything and kept putting me on hold to get a form. read more

I started seeing Dr Sciabbarasi in April of 2019 when I was found out I had subclinical-hypothyrodism. I had done a bit of research to understand everything about the thyroid, treatment etc and realized seeing a holistic doctor was going to be needed to fully address my issues. When you research Holistic Doctors, unfortunately they aren't covered under insurance, so no matter what you have to pony up the money and "cross fingers" that your insurance will cover it. Which, they don't. So just be prepared. But other than that, I will say that Dr Sciabbarasi and his team are amazing and caring. read more

I have been under his care for years now for a persistent issue that my previous doctor was unable to diagnose, let alone help. It's rare to find a doctor that's so well versed in the latest medical studies, and still open minded enough to try proven alternative therapies. If you're struggling, looking for answers and unsure where to turn, Dr. Sciabbarrasi might just be your best hope for health. He sure was for me. read more

I saw this doctor for 3 visits or so for chronic Lyme. I don't like the fact that he didn't review any of my history/notes prior to the visit and he had to read everything at his pace with the literal stopwatch his front desk turns on running when you go in his office. He is a nice man and not rushed. I felt the physical that was needed was just for show as my regular PCP physicals are more in depth. He did end up doing me a favor and I respect him for that. For the service, expertise and appointment style I believe the initial consult hourly rate is several hundred dollars too high. read more

Dr. Sciabbarrasi and his team are absolutely fabulous! From the moment I walked in I felt heard, cared for and validated. Dr. Sciabbarrasi spent time with me answering all my questions and I never felt rushed. All the staff were friendly and positive. As a doctor myself, I can tell this is a happy working environment. I would give him 10 stars! read more

Dr. Sciabbarrasi figured out how to diagnose and treat what had been a years-long medical nightmare for me. When I came to him I hadn't worked in a few years and it was looking like I'd never be able to work again. But Dr. Sciabbarrasi and his very kind and hardworking staff have helped me navigate through all the tests, symptoms, treatment options, and general confusion that goes with a long-term chronic illness. Today I have been back at work for almost seven months. Dr. S. should have a plaque on his wall for figuring out how to get me out of bed, able to function, and back to work. Dozens of times, I have seen doctor Sciabbarrasi leaving his office with his arms full of about ten pounds of papers and books that he needs to study before work the next day. He's really smart, really humble, really compassionate, really patient, and quietly relentless. Update: Whoa. I just read a couple of the bad reviews of Dr. Sciabbarrasi. I don't know what happened in those cases. But I will just say that complicated, chronic illnesses are not going to be figured out and "solved" by any doctor in two or three visits. My treatment took maybe two years with Dr. Sciabbarrasi. But that was after several years of other doctors running out of ideas and wasting my time. But I feel an obligation to write a good review because this doctor and his staff have really helped me when I couldn't find help anywhere else. read more

I went through nine doctors over a four-period trying to resolve my mysterious throat and sinus infections. Dr. S was my tenth and last. He actually listened to me and took a deep dive into all possible causes, showing a real awareness of what it might be. After a lot of work, we found the issue - something I never suspected but something Dr. S suggested as a possible cause on our first visit - and I am 90% better now after this long and challenging experience. I now am working on fixing the final ten percent. I am really grateful for his help in applying his many years of experience, for listening closely to what his patient was saying, and for his awareness of the many contributing factors that can impact a person's health. I would not hesitate to recommend him, particularly if you have a chronic issue that needs untangling. read more

I'm not sure whether this doctor is a doctor, lawyer or possibly an Indian chief. Being an integrative physician I expected that he did not take insurance, but his fee schedule depends on how much time you spend with him. So if you have a lengthy initial appointment, expect a large bill. (And if you're going to an integrative physician you probably have a lot of issues.) After a visit and loading up on supplements I was given tests to take at home. The office charged me $35 per test just to take them home! Now any doctor that has ever given me a similar test just gives it to you. Because the labs provide them to these doctors at no cost. In fact, I would guess they receive additional funds from these labs for using their services. So I was like "what?" Moving on. I got some results from a test I had done with another physician that was indicated for my condition. I called to ask if I should discontinue any of the supplements I was on given the results and I was told to call back the next day. I spoke to the doctor for, maybe, 6 minutes. I was then told that I owed an additional fee for the phone call! (Pro-rated on his hourly charge.) I don't know about you, but I have never been charged by a doctor for asking a question that would be a normal response to a patient's concerns. Especially since I am an existing patient who's paid him upfront! This seems to me like a money grab and rather unethical to boot. Even my lawyer doesn't charge me for asking a brief question! And we know what kind of bottom feeders they are... Now unless this guy can heal via hands on, a la Jesus Christ, I don't know who he thinks he is. Certainly not the 'compassionate healer' I've seen mentioned in other posts. Or maybe other clients come with a bottomless purse. But that's not me. His love of money seems to supercede his medical acumen thus far. But I can tell you that he certainly doesn't spend any of it on his office, which is dark and dingy. Lastly (and this is minor but somehow speaks to his eccentricities), when he provides instructions on when to take supplements he has a system where he writes little symbols on a piece of paper to indicate when they should be taken. There is a key below to explain his scribbles. Would it be so hard just to write: "take 3 times a day with meals."? All in all, unless you enjoy being treated like an ATM machine you might find more compassionate care elsewhere. read more

I went 13 years of my life not knowing what was going on inside of my body. It was like a traveling disease going from one part of my body to the next. Sinus issues, bladder issues, kidney issues, G.I. issues, inflammation, neurological symptoms, hair loss, muscle twitching, memory loss, brain fog, all of it. By some great miracle, I tested positive for Lyme. I went to doctors all over the country- Maryland, Virginia, New York, Orange County, and Los angeles. The one doctor that was able to see the big picture was Dr. Sciabbarrasi. When you have something as complex as Lyme Disease, among other things, it takes time. I understand the impatience that comes along with such a devastating and debilitating condition. I was in such horrible shape that my consultation lasted six hours. They charged me for three. As treating this disease is extremely expensive, they were very fair. It's up to us as the patients to share about what we are able to afford and what we cannot. They were very upfront about the pricing and I was upfront about what we could afford. Not only did I find out I had Lyme disease, I had a host of so many other things going on that he was able to treat- I found out my diagnosis in 2016 and buy 2017, after being on disability, I was up and working again and leading a somewhat active life. I was afraid I was never going to be able to do anything fun again, run again, go outdoors, and do the every day life stuff other people could do. It was completely devastating. Lifestyle change was and IS just as important as the work I was doing with the doctor. That meant, what I was putting into my body like food and different types of liquids, lowering stress, and cutting out anything that was toxic in my life. This disease is about maintenance. It's not about endgame. It's about adjusting accordingly along the way. One of the greatest recommendations and prescriptions the doctor gave me was meditation. I've never in my life met a doctor that encouraged meditation. Do you know how important that is? The science behind how meditation can improve our condition both mentally and physically is unbelievable. And it certainly has helped mine. He is direct, informative, extremely brilliant, educational, compassionate, and wants to help. This doctor has helped me untangle a really dark web that has been with me for a very long time. His office staff is absolutely incredible. Irma Has been a literal saint in my life. The whole office. Everyone on here is going to be reading all kinds of information, but your experience is what's important. I had my mom by my side to support me through this and she was able to help communicate what I needed in the beginning- and along the way, as I got better, I've been able to communicate with the office where I needed/need adjustments or help in particular areas. I will also say that they have been incredible with getting me on the schedule. They want to help. I called yesterday asking if the doctor had even 15 minutes to spare to talk about my hypothyroidism issue and by today I was on the phone with him and he gave me 25 minutes. I cannot say better things about this office. From someone who's had a whole host of health issues for many many years to be able to reverse so many of them in such a short amount of time, is miraculous. If it was not for my willingness and this incredible office and Dr., I would not be where I would be. I'm so unbelievably grateful. For anyone suffering out there, please don't give up. read more

Dr. Joseph is an incredibly meticulous and experienced doctor who specializes in diagnosing and healing very hard to find illnesses, chronic conditions, and deep health issues. He is the best there is if you have difficult to solve problems or don't even know what's wrong. He'll find it. In my own case, after 10 doctors and dozens of tests failed to figure out what was wrong, over many years, he suspected and found Lyme disease and got me back on the patch to health. Even though my symptoms were not at all typical. We found it and now I'm doing much better. He combines western and eastern medicine with herbal support and custom programs, and he also offers a variety of vitamin drips and other deep healing options. And yes, it does come at a price since some of the tests he suggests are not covered fully by insurance. But if you are at the end of your rope and nobody else has been able to help you, he's the best. It's worth it. The staff is great and very helpful. His custom supplements and other supplements he suggests are the highest grade available and they will match any price. Bottom line is that this is a high-end medical service for high-end people who don't have time in their lives to mess around with doctors who are just trying to move patients as fast as they can. If you need personal attention and support for your health situation, and you are tired of getting the runaround from other doctors and test labs, this is for you. In the end paying for Dr. J's services, which are premium, is cheaper than paying for a other cheaper but less accurate and less concerned doctors and lab tests. I speak from experience here. Ok now what about the weird negative reviews from some people below??? They are just odd and I would take those with a serious grain of salt. I have been a patient for many years and know many others who are as well, and nobody has ever had a bad experience or experienced anything that was off. All I can say is that there are certainly some wackos out there who are posting really nutty reviews, but I personally can say I think that is total b.s. and there must be mental issues behind those reviews. I would not pay attention to them. Dr. S. is definitely a GOOD doctor who really knows what he is doing and is that the top of his game on all the latest research, new medicines and protocols, and cutting-edge testing approaches. Believe me, I am THE most difficult and discerning kind of patient. I know almost as much about medicine as most doctors. I really put them through the ringer and make them justify everything. Dr. S. has really impressed me with his knowledge, attention to detail, and willingness to dig in to explain and even prove whatever he suggests. You can find a cheaper doctor. But you can't find a better doctor. read more

If I could give more than 5 stars, I would. Dr Sciabbarrasi is the most tenacious and caring doctor I have ever encountered in my looooong search for healing from chronic disease. 99% of doctors will dismiss a patient when they run out of ideas. Dr Sciabbarrasi takes your file home and studies it and does research to find the answer. He never gives up. This has been a blessing to me as I am a very challenging patient. He is also very compassionate, never dismissive and has a great sense of humor. He does not let his patients suffer. If a treatment is causing unpleasant side effects he'll work to find another one, rather than ignore his patient's distress. He sells supplements, as all integrative doctors do, but neither he nor his staff have ever pushed anything on me if I didn't want to buy it. His office staff is also very caring and take their time to be helpful and to make sure you have everything you need. read more

Dr. Sciabbarrasi is as thorough as they come. I had hormonal rage, depression, and exhaustion. After a physical exam, blood reviews, and candid conversation where the doctor truly listened, he prescribed bio-identical hormones which have been life changing and marriage saving! He's compassionate and doesn't accept test results that are "in range" but not optimal. Don't settle for living a quality of life that is less than you deserve. Dr. Sciabbarrasi will help you fine tune your body's eco-system to get the most out of your life! read more

Who is Dr. Joe? Dr. Joe is a tenacious scientist who continues to learn and to grow. Dr. Joe never gives up on his patients. Does he have all the answers? No, but he tries and tries. Dr Joe is not set in his ways. He gives his best as does his professionally trained staff. I like to call him Dr. Spock. Who knows. He may get there. N. read more

This Doctor is an absolute genius. The best Board Certified. Emergency Medicine professional you'll ever meet Very Friendly staff especially Irma. this is certainly the place to go. read more

Dr Joseph Sciabbarrasi has been an absolute blessing in my life. I have been having symptoms since I was 13 years old and no doctor has ever been able to tell me what's going on. They all wanted to give me medicine for my symptoms instead of finding the cause. After extensive lab work Dr Sciabbarrasi found my underlying issue. I am now under his treatment and trust everything he says! I am taking oral supplements while receiving Ozone IV Therapy. The nurses are sweet and take their time with me. Irma and Joy in the office go above and beyond to help me in every way. I 100% recommend Dr Sciabbarrasi!!! read more

I've been a patient of Dr. Sciabbarrasi for almost 2 years now. I am a very complex patient and have had "invisible illness" for 10 years. I have CIRS (mold illness) but I knew intuitively that there was more going on with my body that I needed to address. I had been tested for lyme a few times by different doctors, but the results were always negative. Dr S. is very knowledgable and was able to order very specific tests that allowed him to discover that I also had Bartonella (a tick borne illness). He also made a POTS diagnosis. After years of going to doctors that told me my illness was all in my head", it has been refreshing to work with a doctor that not only believes me, but he works hard to get to the root of the problem. He also works with me as a team and truly listens to my input, as I am very in tune with my body. I have been a challenging case, but I have made some improvements and feel like we are on the right track. Dr. S goes out of his way to make sure that I'm taken care of. I am grateful for his compassion and hard work. Also, just to note, Irma at the front desk is a sweetheart and is always very helpful. read more

Dr Sciabbarrasi treated my 6 yo son from chronic sinusitis and allergies. We went through about 7-8 sessions, which were very expensive. I did not see any results, he would not take the insurance, and his methods were rather strange. So we stopped. I do not recommend this doctor read more

My sister, who is an integrative medicine doctor back east, recommended Dr. Sciabbarrasi to me and I have been going to him for years. I primarily get vitamin IV's there but Dr. S also helped me lower my cholesterol by putting me on red rice yeast instead of statins, which make me achy. He is an excellent practitioner and has a wonderful "bedside" manner. He really cares for his patients. read more

I have been a patient of this practice through many years and every health issue that has come up has been resolved with the greatest skill , kindness and healing. They are not afraid to use all schools of integrative medical treatments allowing folks with allergies or sensitivities a remarkable array of treatments that can help and heal. I recently received PROLOZONE therapy for my knees which has been remarkable in its effectiveness. I have often supported immune health with Vitamin C therapies and find homeopathic remedies as well as WEstern medicines always available to me. I am allergic to many Western medicines and there is always a natural alternative that is researched , verified and effective. Besides the chemistry, there is the healing . Dr. Sciabbarrassi is a healer. And laughter is also a wonderful medicine. read more

Okay, first of all, I have never written a yelp review before. I just use it to stare at images of food at 3am in bed, and the thought of leaving a review has never really crossed my mind. But now things have changed. I randomly checked this page realizing I haven't had the opportunity to look at my favorite doctor's yelp yet and wow, reading some of the negative comments below, I was furious and had to speak the truth!!!!!!! I have been feeling sick and abnormal from chronic Lyme disease for a long time, but wasn't diagnosed till 2 years ago. I was seeing a different doctor at first, but due to long distance, I searched for a doctor in LA. Like countless others who have Lyme disease or other chronic illnesses, I was misdiagnosed and mistreated continuously that by this point I had lost faith in most doctors. But one thing I know now is that I was wrong. There are doctors out there that care!!! Yes, Dr. Sciabbarrasi might be expensive, but what freaking doctor isn't?!?! It is the medical system in this country which plays a huge role in this phenomenon and that is obvious. The high cost of these private practices are the result of insurance companies and the medical establishment's neglect to care for the chronically ill. These practitioners are forced to work outside the system. And either way,,I have never gone to a "cheap" doctor ever in this country so why blame him? Doctors work their asses off their whole lives to get to where they are, and as a result their service becomes a bit pricey. Everyone on my mom's side of the family are doctors, so I have seen the years they put into this career-path, it is not a joke. And frankly, legitimate doctors like Dr. Sciabbarrasi do not deserve negative comments whatsoever. My intention isn't to focus this review on the nonsense that others have said, but let me just get this straight for prospective patients who might encounter this yelp page. 1. To the "he does too many lab work" comment = He does a ton of tests to get to the bottom of your illness,,Helloo?! What else would you expect,,, him to look at you and instantly know what's wrong? He has helped me figure out countless issues since I started seeing him, crossing off any potential causes that could be worsening my illness, etc. He also patiently listens to any possibilities that I personally would've found through research, and will work with you to get to the bottom of your disease. He is by no means a pushy doctor who shoves his opinions down your throat but a very cooperative doctor who makes you feel as an individual that your opinions matter and that you're safe in his hands :). 2. To the "he was shuffling through files during my consultation" comment = doctors are busy!!!! They help hundreds of people, and doctors are human beings too. Obviously they will shuffle through files on some occasions..that does not reflect his worth as a doctor at all. Lastly, I personally don't see what is wrong with him giving himself an IV. I can't even think of one reason why that would freak me out. Is it weird if chefs are tasting their food while cooking? Or is it weird if a dentist is brushing his own teeth at the office? No. Maybe he wasn't feeling well that day, but came into work regardless to help his patients, and that's why he did the IV. Honestly, Who cares? Dr. Sciabbarrasi is nothing but a kind, compassionate, and a very knowledgable human being. I wish he was my uncle or a relative so I could always talk to him, too bad I'm not Italian!!! He helped me out extremely while I was going through a difficult time not too long ago. Not just medically, but emotionally as well, with his care and wisdom. My boyfriend and I teared up because of his amazing motivational words and advice. I even shared what he said on a Lyme disease Facebook page and everyone loved it. He stayed in his office until 9pm talking to us when he could've checked out hours before to go home and eat his Italian meatballs. God, he is such a boss and just amazing to the moon and back. So if anyone miraculously has read my comment this far, I truly would recommend him as a doctor. I am actually surprised at how passionate I've gotten while writing this, but that's how kick ass he is :). Not to mention, he is also funny and just makes you feel happy and hopeful every time you come in for a visit. Also, his staff is super awesome!! They are so so helpful and always tries to squeeze me in his busy day if there is an emergency. Those fierce ladies are always on top of their game & most importantly, they are so nice and fun, I actually look forward to going to a doctor's office!!!! Seeing them and talking to them cheers me up & helps me get through my illness, so thank you Joy, Irma and Bianca :)!!!! I could write a thousand more things as to why he is a great doctor, but I will stop here because this review is probably yelp's longest review in history & I'm not even sure if it'll fit. YAY to Dr. Sciabbarrasi, we love you to the max! read more

So thankful for finding Dr. S and such a wonderful team that has been so helpful and really turned my health around.

So grateful to DrJoe for having brought me back from a dreadful state to the vital, energized health i now enjoy. His wonderful staff makes every visit a welcoming one and and I appreciate them deeply. Highest recommendation all around. read more

I had an incredible experience with Dr. Joe. I was about 35 pounds overweight and was at my last straw. I admittedly have had to deal with so many doctors that I am kind of numb when it comes to the 'hard sell" that goes on when doctors get lured into selling all sort of crap in their office so I didn't buy any of the additional stuff. It is kind of like a hairdresser that keeps going on and on and on about the hair product they are selling that month. Cuz next month it will be a new brand that is the 'best ever'. Anyway, he took his time-1.50 hours with me getting all my info. Yes, some of the bloodwork they do is excessive and insurance will not cover most of it. So, I did not pay it. I have expensive PPO coverage anyway so I feel like I pay enough. I will agree that all the extra test that he likes to do borders on unethical and they do need to really consider someone's budget and necessity for that. But he diagnosed me and I have lost the 35 and hope to continue to do so. I felt horrible before. Was swollen, couldn't sleep, had acne again, blah blah blah and the hormone replacement therapy made all the difference for me. I can definitely recommend him for that. The other stuff like anti-aging or this new HCG thing I have no idea. I went for basic post hysterectomy hormone issues, pre-diabetes and blood pressure issues and no longer have to take any of those meds or cholesterol meds either. I just transferred all the meds to my main doctor after a couple of months and no longer even need to go see him. If you are in need of someone to actually listen to what you are saying he is the best one I have been to and trust me, I have gone to a lot. One's that have written 10+ books on hormone replacement that didn't do jack squat for me. Worth a try but be ready to spend the $400. read more

I went to Dr. Sciabbarrasi in a state of pain, confusion, weakness and on and on and on having just been diagnosed with LYME DISEASE. The Doctor took his time, was kind, thorough, and saw me through one of the most challenging times in my life with utmost compassion. His staff is kind and knowledgable and the only thing I miss about feeling so healthy these days is visiting with them all : ) !!! LYME is an elusive condition and requires not only knowledge on the part of the Doc, but listening to the patient to help support all their choices along the way. I chose to take some traditional paths as well as some alternative paths. Dr. Joe's expertise in both of these worlds allowed us to design a program based on his opinions as well as my intuition and together we have gotten me from barely being able to ride a bicycle about a year ago to performing on concert stages around the world once again! If you are looking for a LYME literate doctor (which are hard to find on the west coast) or live far away and are able to take a health retreat, I cannot think of a better person to see than Joseph Scibbarrasi. If you also want to achieve and maintain optimal health, he's your guy! I cannot think of any area where this amazing Doctor and his staff fall short so I am giving the team a perfect rating! Thank you ever so much! Debbie Gibson Recording artist/Entertainer read more

Dr. Sciabbarrasi is great. He is so knowledgeable on absolutely everything and he truly cares about his patients. I would recommend him to anyone!! read more

Doctor Sciabbarrasi stands out for his holistic approach to medicine. He is extremely knowledgable and thorough in his diagnosis, and investigates to treat the person as a whole, rather than alleviate symptoms. He prefers natural remedies when possible. Both Joseph and his staff are superb. read more

My experience with Dr. Joe Sciabbarrasi was miraculous, and so I wholeheartedly recommend him. Dr. Joe diagnosed and provided quick and effective treatment for a debilitating stomach issue that had plagued me for years. And in a few follow up visits he also took care of two persistent allergy/immune system issues. I live on the east coast and would have never guessed that a few visits to a west coast doctor could have such a huge impact. Before seeing Dr. Sciabbarrasi, I had visited a number of well respected local doctors and tried a myriad of ineffective treatments. This led me to believe that I would have to live with my symptoms for the rest of my life. Thanks to Dr. Joe I happily discovered that I could feel better after all. I feel very fortunate to have been treated by Dr. Sciabbarrasi. read more

Under Dr. Sciabbarrasi's care since 1995, when there were only two other Holistic MD's around in the entire greater LA area, I cannot say how often he has helped my entire family, after Western Medicine had done all their tests, was clueless and had nothing else to offer. Dr. Sciabbarrasi takes the time for a full clinical intake, and he knows that every complaint is real ( as opposed to other MDs who have erroneously diagnosed, and then written off symptoms as "anxiety", implying to just live with it!!). He carries out ALL the necessary, state of the science lab- and diagnostic workup; to rule out anything and everything. I have never had more thorough and skilled physical exams from any other doctor. Years ago, under his care, I recovered from "unexplained" hair loss and skin lesions, after my primary doctor had done all the tests and had no explanation. A few years later, I experienced very scary episode of muscle weakness, including selective paralysis. Again, my primary doctor was at a loss. Dr Sciabbarrasi, through the process of diagnostic elimination, i.e. ruling out Lime disease, suggested it to be a viral cause. Doctor S. knew about a Chinese herb formula that had been used in AIDS clinical trials with good success. Keep in mind that this was long before retroviral drugs were developed. This Chinese Herbs formula helped me recover. Then the evidence of Vit D started coming out, and Dr. Sciabbarrasi added Vit D to my supplement regimen. Mind you again, this was LONG before the Vit D evidence became public knowledge. For several years now, no more weakness, and, I go through cold and flu season with hardly any illness. I know that taking supplements requires the monitoring of a provider for best health outcomes. No doctor I see in my health plan understands how to do this. Dr. Sciabbarrasi does. So, I look at the expense of payment to doctor Sciabbarrasi as a supplemental cost to my health plan. Dr. Sciabbarrasi has the training, knowledge and skill to address those subtle health problems that are due to stress, those that affect the immune response and can then trigger problems in all kinds of other systems; I am convinced that this care is highly preventive of the many serious conditions that typically kill a person. That is truly Holistic Care. Back in 1995, he was one of 3 MDs only, practicing Holistic Medicine in the greater LA area. There are now many other practitioners out there. No matter to me - I have gained all the trust that is so important in a patient provider relationship. Can't find another one like him. read more

I am RE-POSTING my review of Dr. Sciabbarrasi & staff from 8/2014 verbatim, which Yelp had inexplicably moved to their online trash can, namely the greyed-out section below of "currently not recommended reviews" that no one ever reads... Really, Yelp??! What's up with that? What are your criteria for "recommended" reviews these days, hmmmm?? Below is the review that you essentially redacted... now sprung back to life! Let's see how long it stays "topside" this time... ;-) "Dr. Joseph Sciabbarrasi is truly one of the finest, most brilliant, well-rounded and compassionate doctors I have ever met or been treated by. I am very picky whom I choose to have on my "healing team" having learned the hard way how to choose a physician. (And I am writing a book about this important process.) Dr. Sciabbarrasi has been the center of my healing team for over sixteen years now as I have faced a myriad of complex health issues, some very serious. He has ALWAYS been there when I needed him, and likewise his equally excellent and compassionate office staff who all together operate as a wonderful, well-oiled machine. There is also much humor and kindness here...coming both from Dr. Sciabbarrasi and his incredible staff, (most of whom have been with him for nearly two decades, which speaks volumes!). As an integrative medicine practitioner, Dr. Sciabbarrasi, (or "Dr. Joe" as many of his patients warmly refer to him) is required to be well-versed in both Western and all forms of complementary medicine. He is continually studying and honing his medical craft as well as teaching seminars throughout LA. It pains me to read some of the negative reviews below, and I hardly know what to say, but I do want to address the woman who goes on and on about Dr. Joe and the practice of NAET. While I'm sure there are plenty of hack practitioners of the NAET technique who offer shortcuts, Dr. Joe actually studied NAET with its founder and inventor, Dr. Devi Nambudripad, and was one of the first MDs to offer NAET a dozen years ago. Over the years, Dr. Joe has used NAET to help me through many extreme health challenges, including dealing with the adverse side-effects of very extensive chemotherapy and radiation treatments and as such, as on numerous other occasions, has literally helped to save my life! He is not just a doctor, but a true healer. I can think of no higher recommendation for Dr. Sciabbarrasi and his fantastic, loving staff who are an integral part of HIS healing team." read more

I can't even begin to express how incredible Dr. Sciabarassi and his entire staff are. I have been dealing with chronic illness for over five years and until finding this practice, I felt completely alone, unsupported and misunderstood. No doctor was able to truly understand the complexity of my diagnosis and support me in the proper treatment. I really started to develop a lot of mistrust and resentment towards the medical community and doctors specifically. All of that changed when I found Dr. Sciabarassi and his team. Firstly, he is so compassionate, empathetic and cares deeply about his patients. He is someone who really sees the humanity in his patients and makes you feel validated, heard and supported every step of the way and will stop at nothing to get to the bottom of your issues and help support you back to health. He is also incredibly thorough and addresses every part of the person he is treating. It is such a rare thing to find a doctor like this and it is something that you appreciate so much when it finally does come around. The team is also on that same level! Incredible, warm, friendly, caring, accommodating and they support you through each step of the process. Each staff member there is wonderful. It really does not feel like a doctor's office, but more like a family. I cannot express my gratitude enough and the appreciation for the hard work and dedication of Dr. Sciabarassi and his team. I know that I am in the best hands! Thank you infinitely for giving people with chronic illness validation and hope again that they can heal. read more

BUYER BEWARE. Hold onto your money! I went to Dr. Sciabbarrasi several years ago for chronic fatigue syndrome and feel compelled to write this review. He conducted an enormous battery of tests ($$.) Finally the results of all the tests were compiled. I was eager to hear his analysis and observations. I expected to gain some insights even if he could not find "a cure." When I sat with him, it was obvious that he hadn't read any test results. He fumbled though each test trying to make sense of them and I could hear the meter running"ka'ching ka'ching." Very disappointing. $2,000 later I'd had enough. read more

I have been a patient of Dr Sciabbarasi for the past 5 years. I can honestly say it has been completely life changing. Its been amazing and I have Dr Sciabbarasi and the amazing office staff , Irma & Joy, to thank for making me feel so much better. They are truly the best! read more

Dr. Sciabbarrasi is excellent. I've consistently had a problem with daytime fatigue for about 15 years that no other doctor has been able to help me treat or find the cause of. Dr. Sciabbarrasi is the first doctor who actually listed to my problem, took it seriously, and did several tests to find the cause of the problem. After the first round of tests came back showing I was in near-perfect health, Dr. Sciabbarrasi ruled out certain issues and did additional tests, one of which revealed the underlying problem causing the fatigue. Along the way, other tests he took also revealed some more minor things that probably weren't causing the fatigue, but could be treated to improve my general health. If you want a doctor who will persistently work with you to find out what's causing your health problem, I highly recommend Dr. Sciabbarrasi. read more

Dr Joe is the most thorough and integrative doctor I've yet to find. I've seen dozens of traditional western MD's specialists and internists, as well as naturopaths, acupuncturists, chiropractors, osteopaths, you name it. In his search toward helping me heal some chronic health conditions that I've had for 10+ years, he seems to think of everything possible and looks at the entire picture rather than just treating symptoms. He is very warm and also funny and no doubt cares tremendously about his patients. It's reassuring to have someone like Dr. Joe helping me understand what's going on with me and teaching me how to participate in my own healing. The girls in his office - Irma and Joy and his lovely nurses - are very on top of it! For those of you who have had to deal with multiple doctors offices over the years, you know how helpful this is! As rare as it is to find a doctor who's willing to dive in with you and really help you heal, it is just as rare to find an entire team who seems to be just as invested. Thanks Dr Joe, Irma and Joy, for your dedication and refreshing kindness and support! As for the negative reviews, sounds to me like the people who wrote them were almost looking for reasons to be distrustful. I can understand the temptation to do this as many of us have been mistreated and dismissed by medical practitioners in ways that are quite traumatic, but I've been seeing Dr. Joe for several years and those reviews are simply not a accurate reflection of how gifted Dr. Joe is at helping people get well. We should be excited to see our own doctors getting their own IV infusion of vitamins and taking good care of themselves in the same ways he's encouraging us to do as patients! Who wants to listen to a doctor tell us what to do that isn't doing the same for him or herself? read more

After months of consulting doctors and specialists for a seemingly inexplicable health issue, I was referred to Dr. Sciabbarrasi. I found him to be an excellent diagnostician, extremely thorough, and proactive with treatment in a situation that left other doctors scratching their heads. My results have been spectacular. He and his staff are caring and warm and I am forever grateful for his help. read more

If you are looking for a Lyme literate doctor (LLMD) in the Los Angeles area, I can highly recommend Dr. Joseph Sciabbarrasi. I made an appointment with him when I started to suspect that the seemingly unrelated changes in my heath could be symptoms of Lyme disease. We ran a bunch of tests, and he put me on an aggressive protocol custom-tailored to my test results. Dr. Joe is thorough, and he knows his stuff. My healing depends on my day-to-day diligence in sticking with his treatment plan, and with his guidance and expertise I feel that I am in good hands. I am so thankful to have found Dr. Sciabbarrasi and his caring staff, Irma, Bianca and Joy. read more

I agree with Akiko's review 100% percent! I already wrote a review before, but it got lost in the middle of Yelp signup hassle, but it seems Aikiko said it all! Words can not express the gratitude I feel for Dr Schiabbarrasi and for every single person working at his office! They all go to great lengths to help whenever they can, they are friendly and understanding. Dr Schiabbarrasi was the only doctor, after I had been suffering alone, running from doctor to doctor all over the world for help, who first of all sat down to really think what it could be, looked at my symptoms and had real questions to ask to clarify, and got the diagnose right even before test results were there to confirm. He is exceptionally open and interested in finding any way to make the patient better. I am still in the progress for recovery, but because of Dr Schiabbarrasi for the first time I have a fair chance to get my life back. This is no minor detail. I warmly recommend their services to anybody who wishes to be treated well, to feel taken care of and to actually get better. read more