This physician has been our family doctor for many years. I have never met an expert in so many…read moreareas that is equally compassionate and patient. He demonstrates his expertise in a holistic way: diet, exercise, relationships, medications, surgeries, etc. I think he's brilliant and very human. In addition I am profoundly grateful that he communicates with the whole care team for the patient. For example, if you need cardio care, he coordinates the data and consults with the other physicians and gives you as much time as you need to understand your options and your diagnoses. This is critical when you're at a juncture between several experts and doctors. He's a real mensch.

Dr. Cortes is such a good docter. I recommend Dr. Cortes without hesitation. I have been his…read morepatient for a few years now and I really like him. He really listens, I never feel rushed, I never feel judged, and Dr. Cortes is very friendly and really cute! ( And happily married.) He is always concerned with my health and well-being. Dr. Cortes has always been successful with my diagnosis and treatment, but he avoids pilling on the meds... And he really likes my little dog!! I hope Dr. Cortes stays in Santa Cruz for a long, long time. Thank you, A very appreciative patient.

I have been with Dr. Huerta for several years. While I sometimes have communication issues, Dr…read more Huerta will respond to requests for contact, sometimes through the office and other times directly. If it is not an urgent issue it may take some time for him to respond. (This makes sense to me.) He always takes time to listen to any medical issues and answers questions about health and medication. He has told me that good nutrition is key and preferable to long term medications when appropriate. He also gives me a heads-up if a needed medication is likely to cause future problems. I appreciate that. I also appreciate his willingness to refer me to specialists. (The paperwork sometimes moves slowly, but it gets done; ie: the previously mentioned communication issue.) Dr. Huerta is not always proactive in treatment, but has no problem adjusting if a more active response is requested and/or makes medical sense, whether that means a referral or a discussion of more action from him. If he disagrees he tells me why. I recommend Dr. Huerta for people willing to ask questions, make requests and to listen to his responses. He has a lot of sense and compassion.

Wonderful communicator, which can be difficult to find in practitioners. Very supportive and great…read morepersonality.

Came in for a follow up type of visit and it went pretty smooth. The office looked well kept, and…read morecheck in didn't take long at all. I didn't sit too long before a nurse or assistant called me back and asked questions about how I've been feeling. They looked through my chart and double checked some things which I found reassuring. When the doctor joined, they had already read through the notes and started by asking what had changed since the last visit. They were calm and straightforward, asked a few extra questions and examined me with care. They explained their thoughts without making it too complicated, and also asked if I was doing ok with the current plan. I liked that they didn't try to push too many things at once. They mentioned what I could monitor going forward and asked how I felt about what we discussed. Before I left, I was given some written info and told what signs to watch out for. Felt like a well handled visit and I had no major issues.

All she does is create referrals, and does no follow up...just a horrible doctor. How do these…read morepeople even get into Medical School.? I do not recommend.

MY DOCTOR and the best one on the planet. She always spends as much time as I need during an…read moreappointment and is an excellent listener; she cares as much about my emotional health as my physical health and never talks down to me in that condescending Dr way that most have. She's like a friend too.

i first came to this clinic a couple of years ago because i had strep. i was desperate to be seen…read moreeven though the receptionist said they were booked solid. stayed in the waiting room & only ended up waiting 45 minutes. i saw a nurse practitioner & she was really nice. i was impressed with everything, especially how clean everything is & how nice the staff is. several months later my asthma was acting up & the doctor i was seeing at the time didn't seem to grasp how serious my asthma was. so i called plazita medical clinic to see if they could see me about it. the receptionist set me up with a doctor who actually HAS asthma i saw her & got so much insight and advise from her. i understood so much more after seeing her & i will forever be grateful. i never have to wait in the waiting room that long, but it seems once they put me in a room, that wait takes forever. great location, awesome staff, friendly doctors.

People have challenges in any medical center/arena and mostly hear only the negatives about centers…read morethat service low income families and elderly. This Center has always been so kind and accommodating. Spoke with the wonderful Miss Avelina on the phone to reschedule a last minute cancelation due to an illness ( I work at an RCH and this happens often yet sometimes certain facilities don't understand) and without hesitation she didn't reprimand, talk down, lecture she said "life happens" nearly brought me to tears. We exchanged a little more conversation, I was comfortable and felt like I was talking to a good friend. I wanted to reach through the phone and hug her. Thank you Avelina and the rest of the staff there for all your hard work and dedication to an almost thankless job. Words can't express our appreciation with much love & adoration Edmund Manor

I have known Dr Weber for 30+ years. I worked for him when he opened his private practice. He was…read morejust as kind as an employer as he is a Dr. Both my parents are his patients and he has got to be the most patient and compassionate Dr I have ever met. Him and his colleague Dr McDaniel are the best of the best and anyone who have them as their provider are lucky! Martha the medical assistant is great as well. The only negative is the call center that you have to call into and leave a message for the Dr. Sometimes you get a call back and sometimes you don't. Also they are no longer providing services at Watsonville Community Hospital. But all in all they are worth a short drive if we need to go to a hospital.

Good visit overall. The doctor was calm and clear when talking. Did a careful check and didn't seem…read morein a hurry. Receptionist was friendly and the nurse was also helpful. It felt like they worked well as a team and knew what they were doing.

Everyone I've encountered at Palo Alto Medical Foundation has been competent, friendly, and…read morehelpful. Also, wait times are minimal.

They have a lot of excellent doctors but, unfortunately, they have placed an unbearable bureaucracy…read morebetween them and the patients. Some examples: 1. When seeing a new doctor, they wanted me, not unreasonably, to get a COVID test. However, they insisted that I do it at one of their facilities. This meant driving a long distance (about a half hour out of the way) for a test that you can get at pretty much any medical facility. 2. I was given wrong information about the location of one of their facilities for an 8 a.m. appointment. Then, when I couldn't find it and called them to get the correct directions, they told me that the technician hadn't shown up for work. They also told me that they had called me and left a message to that effect. That was simply a lie. Bottom line: if you have a choice. use the other guys.

Best ever! I was a patient until I left my employment in Watsonville, and my insurance limited me…read moreto CHOMP etc. Mark Byrne, cardiologist, was the very best caring and thorough physician for me due to a family history of widowmaker heart attacks in 45 year old brothers and cousins back east. I like Dr. Byrne. I felt good about myself under his care. Felt validation, most welcome. I would return if my coverage allowed, but I am limited to Monterey Peninsula hospital and providers. Dr. Byrne has a law degree if memory serves. Admirable. Clare L.

Dr Bryne is fabulous. He takes his time with my special needs brother during his appointments and…read morehe pays attention to detail. He very kind and patient . He addresses any concerns immediately. My brother really likes and trust him. The medical Assistants are great too. They treat my brother with kindness and respect. I would recommend this medical office. The only reason it doesn't get 5 stars is the waiting area could use an update

I have had a great experience with this location, the staff has all been wonderful and follows…read morethrough. Very professional! I had my appointment with Elise Garrett and she is great, very caring, and makes sure you are supported. I highly recommend coming here

This clinic doesn't deserve a star. I made an appointment a month ago only for them to cancel it at…read morethe last minute. I had to reschedule and now I have to wait a month and a half for another appointment.

we were patients here for many years. But the quality of care has gone significantly down once they…read morebecame part of Dignity then having an employee laugh and talk about a family member with one of the doctors was the last straw and we decided this was no longer the place we wanted to come for care.

Thank you Doctor Clayton Mc Daniel for seeing my mother with 1 day notice. This doctor has always…read morebeen there for her. Dignity health is lucky to have him. Thank You Brent Fetty