Former patient leaving a frustrating review…read more I quite liked Dr Barkodar for the 1.5 years she was my primary care physician. She's really great and the staff is super polite and crazy clean office. If she were in any other practice, she'd have 5 stars and still be my PCP. Sadly, I had a very poor experience with the Managing partners billing practices to the level where it caused me to question whether they prioritize patient health and safety over a chance to bill more $ and is the sole reason I left the practice. Specifically, I rely on regular monthly medications and for some reason the RX rarely if ever comes with refills. Which by 2022 standards should be fine, the pharmacy usually digitally or by phone requests a refill as soon as I'm out and the next time I need one *poof* I have a refill waiting for me. Curiously in April of 2022, the managing partner Dr. Ali (whom I've never seen) charged my insurance $150 for an office visit on a day I was never there. When I called to inquire, and after 2 weeks of getting the run-around from the office manager Michael, I was finally told that they now code refills as office visits - but they've agreed to waive the deductible and zero out my balance as a "one time courtesy", but going forward the policy was to charge $150 office visit for any and all refills. Given its a monthly medicine and they don't make a habit of writing scrips with refills for some reason - seems like a billing practice to syphon an additional $1800/year which is such a shameless money grab it made me lose faith in the healthcare I'd be provided. In the future I would question any recommended test, check-up, procedure or lab work not knowing if it was medically necessary or just another opportunity to bill my insurance provider. Their billing practices may be within the bounds of the acceptability for the insurance provider, but is enough to make me lose faith in the office culture of prioritizing patient health over billing opportunities. Bummer.

I've been to Dr. Barkodar's office several times over the last year, and I'll never return again…read more The staff is nothing short of rude. You walk in the door, they look at you - and say nothing. This happened every time (been there four times). I overlooked it because I liked Dr. Barkodar. But last week was the last straw. I booked an annual physical, and took the time to go there. It's nowhere near where I live. Ten minutes into talking to the doctor, I brought up the physical, and she said she didn't know I was there for a physical. She said "I don't have time to do that today." I wasted three hours roundtrip going to this appointment. My time = not important. I'm only the patient. I didn't throw a fit, but I called a few days later. When I followed up with the office to reschedule my physical, I explained their snafu, and said I didn't want to have to pay my $30 copay to return for the physical (which I had already traveled for, fasted for, and already paid the $30 copay for) The receptionist argued with me and said if I saw the doctor at all, that is what the copay is for. I explained that I didn't get the treatment I had scheduled (and gotten confirmation about via Zocdoc). She never acknowledged the inconvenience. She just became defensive. Wow. No one in this stupid situation ever even said "gosh, so sorry that happened" Nothing. This experience highlighted things I overlooked in past appointments, which is long wait times + they leave you in a room for long periods of time. Every single time I have been there, I'd eventually venture out of the room to make sure I hadn't been forgotten about entirely (which I had). I like Dr. Barkodar, so this is a shame. Terribly managed practice all around. This is the PPO experience in Beverly Hills California. Healthcare in America is a joke. Looking for another doctor. I don't recommend this place at all.

Outstanding old style doctor with the most up to date treatments. Expect to see at least one dog in…read morethe office - a warm and friendly gathering place for Malibu insiders.

Dr Harris is the best doctor I've even seen. He truly cares about me and my health concerns. The…read moreoffice and Nurse Marlana are amazing, couldn't be happier with my decision to seek care from such a qualified practice!

Dr. Maggie Lee Dinome is a splendid doctor and surgeon. She most probably saved my life. What is…read moremore, she is the most compassionate human being. Thank you ever so much, for ever, Dr. Dinome.

Amazing doctor!!! Caring and takes her time, and very easy to talk too. Most doctors will try to…read moreget to the root cause as soon as they can where Dr. Maggie will really dig into to see what the issue is. I could not recommend a doctor more!

Dr Oleg Bess removed a fibroid in 2005, he did a minimally invasive surgical fibroid surgery called…read morehysteroscopic myomectomy, in which the fibroid is removed through the vagina and does not require any abdominal incisions. He is a fantastic Doctor. Now my doctor is his mother Dr Ludmila Bess, she is very professional, adorable, compassionate and always check on me thoroughly. I'm very happy. Also, the girl at the reception is very nice, never had a problem.

I was in my late 40s, pregnant with my third child, when my HMO doctor refused to provide care…read more telling me I would have "too many issues." It was a discouraging and isolating experience during what should have been a joyful time. Thankfully, I was able to change my insurance, and that's when I became a patient of Dr. Oleg Bess. I truly can't say enough good things about him. He welcomed me without hesitation, and from day one, I felt safe, supported, and respected. Dr. Bess is not only incredibly knowledgeable, but he also has the kind of bedside manner that puts you instantly at ease. He listens, explains everything clearly, and treats you like a person not just a patient. I will always be grateful for the exceptional care I received. He made a world of difference during a very important time in my life. Highly, highly recommend.

All the positive reviews you read here are in fact spot-on. My experience with Dr. Edinger are…read moreidentical to the ones you read here, She's so unusal in the way she's an "un-doctor." Interacting with her would be no different than interacting with a friend. She's "normal." Regular person. She's very human, empathetic. She actually has wonderful bedside manner and actually LISTENS to you! What a concept...a doctor who actually listens and responds with UNDERSTANDING! She's an excellent doctor and unique diagnostician. While she doesn't take any insurance, she's worth it if you can afford out-of-pocket medical (tax deductable...all health meds are).

Dr. Lara Edinger, is an excellent pain management doctor and neurologist! She gets it! And she…read moretruly gets it!. She's totally one-on-one with her patience and she understands the Dynamics of Neurology and pain. I've been to other pain management doctors but she looks at things very dynamically. While she doesn't take insurance, I wouldn't let that stop you if you are really in a lot of pain. Don't stop just go!

Dr. Crandall is an excellent doctor.....she cares a lot and is no BS.... I found her when just…read moreabout 7 other doctors either misdiagnosed me or didn't even look.. she was on it fast.. and stayed on it... she may have saved my life....she is very thorough, has a quick wit and cares about her patients ... she reminds me of Candace Bergen.. same sort of look and personality of Murphy Brown and Candace in general. Her office has two other docs in it- and a bunch of smart women.. she is an internist as well as a cardiologist. This place is good for your health and you will get a laugh or two out of it while you are at it.

my aunts heart has been cared for by Dr Emily Crandal for almost 20 yrs!…read moreShe is amazing , thoughtful, caring and we consider her like family. Caring for congestive heart failure and atrial frib , she has stabilized my aunts heart all these years! Now she has a pace maker and surgery went really well! So happy to tell everyone about Dr Emily Crandall! We love her! She saved my aunts life with proper care and diagnosis and always thinking ahead!

Update: I am still with Dr. Chang after all these years. As I age, new problems arise & Dr. Chang…read moreworks to find solutions to my pain. From stem cell therapy to Botox to daily meds she keeps me functioning. Her assistant Kristina goes above & beyond to help me find my prescriptions at the best prices and even fights the good fight with insurance. The new office is beautiful, but most of my appointments are over the phone to keep it convenient for me. I continue to recommend Dr. Chang to anyone with a need for a cutting edge neurologist.

Dr. Chang is the BEST! I had a couple pretty severe health concerns going on and she was…read morecompassionate and made me feel like everything was going to be alright. Her bedside manner is absolutely amazing. In a world where suffering has now become taboo, she made ne feel understood, valued and most of all hopeful. Thank you Dr. Change for getting me to the other side, safely and you are one in a million!

My grandmother has asked me to leave a review for Karen Shainsky, Cilviya, and Lena. Thank you Dr…read more Shainsky for helping me so much with my shoulder, my back pain, and being so informative. Cilviya you are the best! Thank you for always fitting me in the schedule and being so kind. You have an amazing attitude and you are extremely nice to everyone. You are a gem. Lena thank you too! You are very pleasant and easy to talk to. Thank you for all the support you've given me. -Tatiana Kopylov

She is by far the best physician I have ever came across . She is the most humble the best bed…read moresize mannered doctor ever . I trust my life with Dr Shainsky without any doubt . She is very caring and loving . Her office staff is always on top and very professional. I will never change this doctor to any other doctor . I come in the office with severe pain and leave dancing as if I never had pain in my life . I wish all the doctors on this planet as just like Dr Shainsky .