My experiences with Dr Ho have been excellent. Dr Ho knowledge and experience guided me with my…read morekidney issues. My kidneys are back where they need to be.

You likely will not find a more qualified, attentive, professional kidney doctor than Dr Ho…read more I like him, as a person as well. However there is much to be desired in the competence of his staff. I have several prescription from him that have to be taken on an on going basis and of course require refills on a ninety day cycle, and that's the problem. My pharmacy is a well known mail delivery pharmacy covered and recommended by many health insurance providers, I use them for all of my prescriptions, and very infrequently are there problems or issues. With the exception of EVERY refill prescription prescribed by Dr Ho results in a message from the pharmacy stating they have made numerous requests for approval from Dr Ho's office for approval, and have heard nothing, suggesting in the message I personally contact his office and make them aware of the situation. Which I do, each time. The last few times this has happened I've asked why this is such a consistent problem, and never received a answer, the reply being "we always respond to these types of requests". That's become very hard for me to appreciate or believe. This morning I left the most recent message requesting they address the most recent notification from my pharmacy. I have yet to hear any response. I don't like leaving this review, it's the last option left open to me before I seek another kidney doctor, I hope it doesn't come to that.

ABSOLUTELY A GEM OF A DOCTOR…read more... Top in his field, compassionate, caring, patient.....asks about any issues, even those not related to his specialty. He never rushes you out of the door, makes you feel at ease Can't say enough....this style of medical care is almost non-existent in todays medical system

My husband and I had the pleasure to meet Dr. Ly today at Saddleback Hospital. My husband, who is a…read moredialysis patient with another nephrologist, was at Saddleback for an angiogram with a possible stent. There was a question of whether he needed dialysis right after the procedure and since Dr. Ly was on call at the hospital, he came to visit us. What an absolute delight! We learned more from him during our brief encounter, than we have in 4.5 years since my husband began dialysis. Dr. Ly is a very good listener, very smart yet very articulate, explains things in layman's terms, and never seemed rushed or make us feel he was in a hurry. He is a breath of fresh air in our world today. Thank you Dr. Ly!! I hope we meet again!

Dr Katneni is caring and doesn't rush my appointments. Her and her her assistant Patty are…read moreorganized and communicate very well. My previous nephrologist would take days to respond so I really appreciate the system of prompt texting or emailing they use here. I drive over an hour to come here, but it's worth it when you find the right care.

Love this doctor, she has great bedside manners and very thorough!! I'm happy I found her!!! she…read morereally cares about her patients and makes you feel comfortable!! Thank you Dr katneni!!...

I'have known Dr. Haft for over 10 years. Appreciate and admire her professionalism, zealous…read moreperseverance in providing the the best care and treatment to all her patients Her competence and dedication will heal and revive anyone who's referred to her, letting alone her humanity and personal qualities in providing care. Dr. Haft is a rare blend of patient care and professional skill. Would highly recommend her.

Great experience! I was able to get in to see the doctor the very next day. She was kind, caring…read moreand extremely informative. She took her time with me and explained all of my options after listening to me and what I had been experiencing. Further more we created a game plan as to how we will get to the bottom of my issues and try and come up with a solution. I am very happy to have found this doctor!

The front office doesn't appear if the patient never die Dr. Noel isn't involved enough in his…read morebusiness to realize that my mother almost lost two toes because of them not doing their job. I'm happy to inspect my mom feet and everything because the doctor doesn't know doesn't wanna take the time I guess or the front office hasn't tell him anythingas I said I do not recommend this place at all if you wanna go and die, then go to sleep. The front office will make sure they get back to the attention and laugh have front office lady with the accent and ignorant about her.

I give him a five star as a doctor but I give his office a one star I've been asking since the…read morefirst of the year for certain things for my mother just to give it to her and they refuse to do it I don't know why it's not as though they say no they say they're going to do it but they never get it done don't understand why I've left several messages don't get called backs I have to catch him while somebody's answering the phone as I say the doctor is the best of the best front office I would not want to deal with an emergency with them

DR VAHABZADEH is a mind blowing GREAT Dr. My mother was a…read morenew patient to Dr V ... Had an initial review apt with Ellie NP ... had not yet met Dr V when on Thursday night she was admitted HOAG Hospital emergency ... Guess who showed up drove to emergency room AT NIGHT & arrived @ my mothers side DOCTOR VAHABZADEH ! He introduced himself & took control of the emergency staff getting my mom admitted & started on required life saving protocol! My mind is blown ...what a KIND, BRILLIANT, human being. I am beyond grateful... Dr V continued to appear at my mother's bedside MULTIPLE Times a Day for the duration of her entire stay ... slowly but surely my mom got better ....every inch of the process Dr V was on top of it ... Dr V & DR ANGELAKIS & Dr Benvenutti made a great life saving TEAM .... Dr V is who U need when saving life is at stake No joke ...Thank U Dr V ...4ever grateful...kg

One of the best doctors I've ever had. Exceptionally kind and extremely knowledgable in his field…read more This doctor saved my life when my kidneys were failing. The office staff get along great and are very helpful when you arrive. They are all great people.

It is with deep sincerity and immense gratitude that I submit this long-overdue recognition for Dr…read more Eric Wechsler, Nurse Aline, and the exceptional team at Southern California Kidney Associates. Over the past decade, Dr. Wechsler has been the cornerstone of my mother's healthcare journey. Providing consistent, high-quality care for 10+ years is a feat in itself, but doing so for a patient who is admittedly stubborn and historically resistant to medical intervention requires a level of patience and dedication that is truly rare. The transformation in my mom's perspective is a testament to their extraordinary bedside manner. While she once dreaded medical visits, she has truly become their "biggest fan." This shift is a direct result of the time Dr. Wechsler and Nurse Aline take to explain every clinical detail with precision and care, proactively ensuring she feels empowered and secure in her treatment. Their commitment to her well-being has never been confined to the office. During her three separate hospitalizations, including the most recent 30+ day stay due to a stroke, they checked on her daily, providing a continuity of care that gave our family immense peace of mind. The seamless coordination within this practice is remarkable. On behalf of our entire family, we want to thank Dr. Wechsler, Nurse Aline, Dr. V, and Dr. Ozuzun for working collectively to provide such a high standard of advocacy. Also, a huge thank you to Kristi, Jessica, Christine for the many years of stellar service they've provided. This team exemplifies the highest standards of patient-centered care and represents the very best for their compassionate service.

I used the physician assistant Aline who was very knowledgeable and answered all my questions…read more Glad i am using this facility

After the passing of my longtime GP of over a decade, I was understandably anxious about finding a…read morenew doctor I could trust. I'm very grateful that my insurance referred me to Dr. Gaytri Manek. From my very first visit, Dr. Manek and her staff made a wonderful impression. Everyone was warm, welcoming, and genuinely attentive, which immediately put me at ease during what could have been a difficult transition. Dr. Manek took the time to listen carefully and approached my care thoughtfully. I especially appreciated her conservative approach to prescribing medication--it gave me a lot of confidence in her judgment and reassured me that she prioritizes patient well-being over unnecessary treatments. Instead, she strongly encourages healthy habits like proper nutrition and regular exercise, which aligns perfectly with the kind of care I value. I left my appointment feeling heard, respected, and confident that I am in good hands. I would absolutely recommend Dr. Manek to anyone looking for a compassionate and knowledgeable general practitioner or kidney specialist.

I had almost given up on finding a good doctor, and then I found my Dr. Manek. After years of…read morefeeling discouraged, finally finding her has made such a difference in how I feel about my healthcare. She is knowledgeable, clear, and genuinely caring, and she always makes me feel like she is on my team. She offers practical, realistic suggestions and takes the time to think things through, rather than just rigidly following insurance guidelines, which helps me feel heard and respected. In a time when it's hard to find doctors who are actually practicing thoughtful medicine, she is a diamond in the rough--especially in an HMO setting. I'm so incredibly thankful for her!

it's a very nice davita center since it's relatively new and it's nice that they're usually not jam…read morepacked with other dialysis patients. It's got a nice quiet ambiance inside so the care is more personable and you can talk to the nephrologist and nutritionist without bothering other patients

Best.Nephrologist.Ever. In March, I had kidney failure and of all the doctors treating me, he was…read moreby far the best. At the hospital and even all my outpatient appointments, he has spent so much time giving me all the information I need and makes sure I understand. He doesn't just play the role of a doctor...he's one that TRULY cares about the well-being of his patients from start to finish. He will spend as much of his time as needed and doesn't rush, trying to get to the next appointment. Dr.Packard clearly has an amazing bedside manner and is so personable. Only wish he was a primary care physician so I could go to him for all my health needs.