I've seen Dr. Newman several times over the years. He has an unusual bedside manner, but he listens to me, he is focused, and will ask me questions sometimes probing questions so that he has a full understanding of the reason he is seeing me and how I feel physically. Without any hesitation, I do recommend Dr. Newman for your rheumatology needs read more

Dr Newman gave me a medication that I had a bad reaction to. His office showed no care as for the same from Dr Newman for a resolve. He thinks he is all it " God complex " . I regret seeking his medical advice. read more

Dr. Kam Newman is a rock star! When I saw him in the past he did the most comprehensive intake I've ever seen. A ton of blood work Like 8 tibes and X-Rays . He really is one of the best if no T the best Rhumotolgist in the Desert! You won't be disappointed. Thomas C Mason read more

Dr. Newman does not engage well with patients. He is crusty and arrogant. His staff is wonderful. The previous NP was also amazing, but she is no longer there. read more

Simply the best Rheumatologist in the valley. His diagnosis and treatment has saved me from a very painful existence.

Knowledgeable, up to date with great bedside manner Rheumatologist. Best in the area!

My new favorite MD (& I'm a retired RN, so...) His staff got me in early after being given an initial date of 45 days from my call- everyone was friendly & efficient. Labs, diagnosis & treatment in no time! read more

Dr. Newman was dismissive of my symptoms and medical history. I have been dealing with autoimmune issues for 15 years, have been to the Mayo Clinic 3 times, and have seen many many doctors over the years. I got the comment "you look healthy, so why are you here" which infuriates me. Any rheumatologist should know that many autoimmune diseases are invisible illnesses. He ordered a huge array of blood tests, but told me before I even got them done that there are several illnesses he suspected I had that cannot be diagnosed through blood tests (which I was well aware of). My bloodwork came back mostly normal so at my follow up appointment he told me "there is nothing wrong with you, you're fine". He entirely dismissed my history and my present symptoms. He absolutely showed he had no patience to explore finding a diagnosis and no patience for someone who is young and looks healthy. Avoid this man. He is not cut out for the difficult and nuanced world of autoimmune conditions. read more

I went to Him a few months ago due to pain in my knee and in my fingers thinking I may have arthritis. He ordered several blood tests and later I went back to review the results with him. He told me the same thing he told everyone else that I read in the reviews he said I was healthier than he was! Must be his standard line anyway he said I have bursitis in my knee and no arthritis. He said to go home and put hot packs on it and it would go right away three months later it's starting to go away anyway the three stars is for him telling me I never had lymes disease due to the Western blot test he ordered as one of the blood tests I took. I was so upset because I got bit by a tick which I burned off my leg and then I got the rash and I had pain in my knee for over a year until I could find a Doctor Who believed me and gave me antibiotics and I was cured 10 years ago after taking antibiotics for 8 months. I also had an mri and other tests which came out negative. the western blot is not reliable test because it doesn't test all forms of lymes. I took the igenex test which said I did have lymes. He would not believe or listen to a word I said. It was a very humiliating experience. read more

I have been treated for rheumatoid arthritis for over 50 years. Yesterday, I saw Dr. Newman for the first time. He is very knowledgeable and up to date on the latest medications available to treat pain. He listened carefully, and then explained how one medication could really help. He instantly transmitted the scrip to the pharmacy, and it was ready when I arrived there. (Unlike many doctors, who send their scrip at the end of the day. I am very satisfied with his care! Also, he runs his appointments on time. No waiting for 45 minutes to an hour to see him. read more

This man is a toxic, patronizing jerk. He does not care about his patients, their pain or getting to the bottom of their illness. He actually hung up on my partner who was merely trying to get her regular prescription filled, having followed all of the necessary protocols with blood tests and polite communications. I have never seen a doctor behave so irresponsibly. Done with him. Good riddance! read more

The worst experience I've ever had with a doctor. Spends 5-10 mins. Doesn't let you talk. Doesn't answer questions. Took me off my meds with no instruction causing horrible withdrawal. Wonderful staff. Dr. unprofessional. read more

Knowledgeable, respectful, great bedside manner. Highly recommended. Office staff were courteous and excellent as the doctor

Referred to him by primary physician and the most inept doc my husband's been to. Did not listen - just kept telling my husband that's he fine and healthier than himself! He said my husband's upper arm weakness was caused by shoulders being bone on bone.... really???? X-rays did not show that at all. If we had not already pursued other treatment in LA we would have been left high and dry with no initiative by him to even try to figure out what my husband has. Don't even bother to go to him - if it's not a textbook disease you have you're s.o.l. read more

Dr. Newman's entire office continues to be "The Best, most top notch Physician including the entire office I have ever been to in every way. " There are not words to express the unending excellent quality of care a patient receives in their care. From the receptionist to every single nurse in the office, and of course the good Doctor himself. Dr. Newman is unequivocally the most caring man and diagnostician I have ever seen. Thank you to each and every one of them for just plain "caring" and making their patients feel like we are all "concierge " patients. read more

I just moved to the area and finding a new doctor is challenging for me .. my friend referred Dr Newman and wow so grateful he did. The staff is great, they treated me so kind and were so patient with me. I was in a lot of pain and not functioning well. When I met Dr Newman I couldn't believe how helpful knowledgeable and how he thinks outside the box .. it's like a puzzle with autoimmune for me and he helped me understand what was going on and my new course of treatment .. thank you!! read more

Patronizing, didn't listen, more interested in himself. Front desk was excellent. Newman was not.

Please beware that if you see Dr. Kam Newman, I paid $265.00 to see him the first time...but got no diagnosis or even a suggestion to what my issue was. He ordered more lab work which I had already gotten. Now he would like another $221 to go over my results (holding my results hostage). My other doctors call if there is a problem and certainly do not charge again. The first visit? No prescription and 10 mins of his time. I would go to a more ethical doctor that cares about improving your situation, not getting $200+ for not receiving any type of care. read more

My wife and I have both been diagnosed and treated by Dr Newman for a couple of years. He is a good listener, and he explains what's going on very well. And, he's a good guy.... read more

Dr. Newman is cocky and rude. He discounts what you say and ignores how you feel. He sent me home in pain with no follow up visit scheduled. I found someone who is respectful and speaks to me not at me. She stopped the pain I was suffering from that put me in the hospital last year in one visit and is making sure my markers are in line with labs every two weeks from now 3/15/22-9/22/22. Stay away from Dr Newman. read more

A friend highly recommended Dr. Newman to me when I moved to Palm Desert. I couldn't be happier with him as my Rheumatologist. He diagnosed my multiple issues and offered effective treatments after just a couple of appointments. I have seen two different Rheumatologists in other cities without receiving an accurate diagnosis or effective treatment. What a difference! read more

I saw Dr. Newman for my second visit today. My first visit was encouraging. He essentially promised he would get to the bottom of my problem. On today's visit Dr. Newman made a point of saying several times, "I'm healthier than him." Upon my initial visit Dr. Newman thought I had psoriatic arthritis due to chronic tendinitis and nail changes. This fits with what I believe as well. He ordered a bunch of lab tests, some of which had just been done by primary care. Today's discussion was as if the initial visit and his preliminary impression never happened. I reminded the doctor he had thought I might have psoriatic arthritis. He asked why that was and I explained because of tendonitis and nail changes. He said we could start with methotrexate for "your nails" and if that didn't work switch to a biological. I was taken aback he recommended this for nail changes and not psoriatic arthritis and said I did not want this for my nails. I ended up with a prescription for 5mg of prednisone for pain, after reminding him I'm already taking Tylenol arthritis. I was instructed to call him if the prednisone worked for a continuation and was told no follow up nessary. I should have been more assertive but honestly I felt completely demoralized as I've been dealing with this so long and thought I finally found a practitioner who would solve my problem. read more