We have been taking all of our children to PCP (we have 3 now. The oldest being 7) and have absolutely nothing but the greatest of things to say about all of the doctors here. Dr. Esmond is our main doctor and she has been so kind and friendly to all of our children and honest and informative to my wife and myself. We even had a difficult birth experience and when she found out about it, she came after hours and on a day off to the hospital to check on both my wife and our newborn. It's that type of service that really makes you know that your family is in great hands. Even when we cannot see Dr. Esmond due to a last minute appointment or whatever, both Dr. Pollock and Dr. Rubin have given us the same level of excellent care and service. Everyone who works in this office from the reception desk to the nurses to the doctors are absolutely the best. I can't say enough great things about them. If you are looking for a pediatrician, for whatever reason, there is no need to look any further than Pediatric Care Physicians. read more

Pediatric Care Physicians - Doctors Near Me - Encino, California

Wonderful staff and facility! I brought my son in a week or so ago and couldn't be happier with the care and attention received! I definitely recommend this office. read more

Dr. Pollock is an amazing pediatrician with both superb skill and care for her patients. I have worked with Dr Pollock for over 15 years and have found her to be very knowledgeable and compassionate. I have thoroughly been impressed with her ability to diagnose and treat patients. I have consulted with her on dozens of clients and she has been spot on with her assessments of the situation we were dealing with. She always is staying up on the latest issues and treatments regarding pediatrics. I cannot recommend her enough. read more

My wife fe just left this office in tears. The nurse sliced my 4 year old sons arm not once but twice while trying to give him a shot and they don't even apologize for it. But the appointment from hell doesn't stop there. They make sure you know this is a business before being a doctors office. The staff are rude and all about your money and you paying before any care is to be administered. I have witnessed this first hand many times over the past year if going there. The staff do not care about being nice to you, you are just a number to them. The straw that will break the camels back though is that the doctor has a strong opinion about how you should raise your child and why would I allow my son to have long hair. This is just one of the many narrow minded reactions you will get from her. I've never seen a doctors office care less about their patients. They literally have hurt our feelings, scarred my toddler, and broken my wife's heart. I'm in shock. read more

Dr. Rubin has been our child's doctor for over 3 years now and I couldn't be happier. The honeymoon phase isn't over! When I was pregnant, I had a list of a few pediatric offices to tour and doctors to interview...I was prepared to shop around. After my first meet and greet with Dr. Rubin, I was confident that she was a perfect fit for our family. Dr. Rubin is really a gem, but the other doctors in the group are as well! She has such a great personality and is great with children. Every appointment has been a pleasant one. The team of doctors is thorough, knowledgeable and they really allow you, as a parent, to go with your gut. When I questioned things or wanted further testing from a specialist they always helped refer us and really listened to our concerns. They're always concerned as well and if they had any doubts and they will consult each other for a fail safe plan. After hours, I am always able to page a doctor as well. I have never had a negative experience with anyone there (and I've met everyone)! Over the years, I am still blown away by this office's professionalism and care. The front desk staff is helpful and the nurses are available anytime I call to answer a question and help me take care of something minor over the phone (dosage administering question, determine if I should bring my daughter in etc). On the rare occasion that Dr. Rubin is out or that we need to come in last minute, every other doctor there is just as fantastic. I am the mom that sometimes comes in with a list of questions and I have never EVER been rushed during a visit. We are always taken into the exam room on time and the facility is wonderful for kids complete with books and toys. The office reserves appointment times for "walk ins" which has been a dream when my daughter has a sudden issue that needs attention (you just need to call first thing in the morning to claim a spot). The office also performs some testing in house which is super convenient (there's also a lab downstairs and a pharmacy). They're open half day on Saturdays for urgent patients. Next door to their office is an after hours Pediatric Urgent Care which is incredibly reassuring. One of my favorite things is their website! They have a page where you can search by medication or symptom and it takes you step by step of how to handle and treat certain medical issues. I've used their site on a regular basis and shared it with friends. I feel so fortunate to have found them as a first time Mom! One of the best decisions I made as a parent. read more

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We have three children and had been to several pediatricians until we found Pediatric Care Physicians about ten years ago. They are the absolute best pediatricians in Los Angeles. We have referred dozens of friends and relatives and they all have had a fantastic experience as well. I promise that if you go to this pediatric group you will become a raving fan as well! Don't listen to the review written by the crazy lady from Sherman Oaks who lost her glasses. I saw her in the office regularly and she was rude to the doctors and staff. Thank goodness she stopped going to them. So go see Pediatric Care Physicians, all of the Pediatricians are amazing and you won't have to sit next to "the crazy lady from Sherman Oaks"! read more

My daughter was having an allergic reaction after eating egg for the first time. Initially, I went to this medical building because I remember seeing a sign advertising for a pediatric urgent care but I wasn't aware that it didn't open until 6pm. I was so THANKFUL that this office was located next to the closed urgent care and more importantly, that Dr. Rubin's main concern (I think that she happened to be in the front office area and heard me talk to the front office staff) was that my daughter would be checked out to make sure that she was okay. I literally walked-in with no appointment and my daughter was not a regular patient there but they were able to see us! Our pediatrician's office is about 30 minutes away (without traffic) and so, it was a relief to have my daughter seen right away. Dr. Rubin was so understanding, kind, patient, and provided me with all the information that I needed. Front office: The front office staff was professional and organized. The waiting area and office were neat and clean. They did not accept my insurance plan, so I paid out-of-our-own-pocket and thought that the cash rate was reasonable. Not sure of the types of credit cards they accept but I paid with a visa and they accepted that. Parking: I was in a rush to get a spot and to run with my daughter to have her seen right away. I did notice some parking spots near the front entrance labeled "20 minutes" and should have parked there. There was plenty of parking but I guess if there's a next time (although I hope that there won't be another emergency), I will probably park in those closer spots. Parking rates seemed okay. I paid $1.80 for probably 40 minutes (90 cents per 20 minutes). Don't know all of the parking rates since I was focused on getting my daughter home. read more

My son broke his arm, and I couldn't complain about anything about this place. They were always really gentile to my 4-year-old. Yes, you do wait for a while. But, hei, as long as they take a good care of my son I'm fine waiting. read more

As a first time mom, I couldn't be happier with Dr. Rubin, the other doctors and staff at PCP. My daughter is now 21 months old and we have had positive experiences in our time here with everything from the regular checkups to last minute emergency visits or phone calls. I scheduled a meet and greet with a few pediatricians in the area before my daughter was born. As soon as I met Dr. Rubin, I knew she was the perfect fit for our family. She really is a gem and is extremely thorough and has never made us feel rushed. She takes the time to really listen to any concerns we have and answers every single one of my questions (yup I was that mom that went in with a list!). She is extremely personable, has a wonderful disposition and my daughter just loves her. She has helped us navigate our first years as parents with confidence and great care and has shown genuine interest in our family and child. She is great about suggesting various treatment options for our daughter, sometimes diet changes are all it takes for example! The office has never had us wait long for a visit and they are really great about getting you in on time. The office has appointment spots available daily for last minute "walk-in" morning appointments which has been extremely convenient when something has come up, all you need to do is call ahead. Can't tell you how many times I've been able to get my daughter seen within 1-2 hours of calling in the morning. They also are open on Saturdays and are able to run some tests in house or downstairs in the CHLA lab which is convenient. There is also a pharmacy located in building which is another time saver. Next door to the office there is a pediatric urgent care which opens at 6pm and it is nice to know there is one there should we ever need it. Even when Dr. Rubin was not available for the last minute walk in appointments, Dr. Auerbach and Dr. Zaitlan have been wonderful as well. The office staff has always returned my calls, take care of follow up items and I have always gotten a phone call from a doctor of it was after hours. Sometimes the nurses are even able answer one of my questions over the phone. I also absolutely love their website too. I can't tell you how many times I've used the "My child is sick" page to check her symptoms and see if I could treat her at home and know when I needed to take her in. Great tips on there and it's an extra security blanket for me to have info at my disposal. ********* Bring cash for parking (or there is an ATM at the pharmacy, the pharmacy also validates with a purchase). read more

I have been coming here with my kids for 10 years and have nothing but great things to say about all of the Dr.'s and staff that work in this office. I have 5 kids and we have seen them all! It's such a relief to know if our main Dr. isn't available to see the kids, I feel 100% comfortable with whoever is able to see my kid(s). Dr. Pollock is REAL. She is awesome and a good time! My kids and I can talk with her about anything. Never do I feel judged, instead I feel like she's a good friend. Dr. Rubin is SO very Nice and Knowledgeable. She takes her time with my kids and I never feel rushed. She is thorough and a great Dr.. Dr. Esmond is the Sweetest person ever! She is always so nice and sweet to my kids. She is easy to talk with and the kids feel comfortable with her. and Dr. Auerbach is Awesome! HE LISTENS! He helped me through my anxiety of not being able to breast feed and made me feel comfortable with choosing my babies health over society stereotype "breast is best." He is an awesome Dr.! You really can't go wrong with any Dr at this office! The medical assistants in the back office are super nice and great with my kids and giving immunizations. And the front office is always friendly and happy to see my kids. Bonnie at the front is our favorite! My kids LOVE to see her!!! And even though she is with kids with ALL day, she is just as excited to see them. This Pediatric office is one of a kind! We actually enjoy going to doctors! read more

I have been coming to this office for 2 years and it is AMAZING !!!! there is no words to described on how wonderful the staff and Doctors are. My son feels so comfortable coming here. he even calls Dr Auerbach hos best friend and that makes my heart really happy. in other notes if any of the other Dr are on call they always happy to answer any concerns I have when it comes to my child Dr Rubin, Dr Pollock and Dr Esmond are as equally knowledgeable and caring. I highly recommend Pediatric Care physicians to everyone read more

I couldn't be more happy with our new doctor Dr. Joel Auerbach, he is very nice and courteous and listens to everything that you have to say about your kids health or concerns. We recently did my son allergy test again after a few years. The staff in the front desk are very welcoming. read more

After a move, I was looking for a pediatrician for my 15 month old son. I had a very horrible experience with Kaiser Permanente in Woodland Hills, and after asking for referrals from friends and family, I was direct to Dr. Pollock. I was surprised at friendliness of the staff when I made my first appointment. I have worked in a pediatrics office, and I am the first to admit, it is hard, and parents can be...trying. They were very thorough when asking for my son's information, and directed me to their website for their forms. They advised what to bring to his first appointment and the parking rates for their facility. Once we were in the office, the staff was courteous (but not chatty). We waited approximately 20 minutes past our appointment time to be directed to an exam room. The medical assistant was very nice, and advised us that Dr. Pollock had a walk-in patient and apologized for the delay. Once Dr. Pollock came into the room, I could see why my friend had recommended her so highly. She was direct, funny, asked a lot of questions and listened. She explained how their office worked, and how they utilized other physicians in treatment of their patients. She got my boyfriend (who doesn't like ANYONE) to laugh and chat. She wasn't pushy on shots, and was very accommodating when I said I wanted to space out my son's shot schedule. All in all, other than the wait, I would highly recommend this facility to other parents. read more

I do not want to get anyone in "trouble." But I do hope someone from this practice reads this and takes note. I am an adult now but used to see multiple pediatricians here as a child. After undergoing substantial therapy, it is apparent to me that this practice failed to notice that I had significant depression, anxiety, suicidal urges, and an eating disorder. It is astounding to me that I would come in year after year and get tested for a whole panoply of diseases when I was actually suffering from psychological issues. I hope this practice has improved and is beginning to take mental health more seriously. If you are a parent reading this, please check in with your children. If you are a physician, please look more closely at the children. Please spend time with the children and see if they are hiding any emotional pains. I lied to seem normal but when I was 25lbs underweight you would think someone would have asked further other than telling my mom to buy me Boost. It does not help to drink Boost when someone is anorexic. I am so baffled by how many tests they ran on me and how no one noticed how much psychological pain I was in that I struggle to trust anyone in the medical profession today. read more

Love this office! Everyone is so helpful, caring, and attentive. They are so kind even when it is a new mom calling the emergency number after hours. I couldn't recommend them more! read more

Beyond pleased with Pediatric Care Physicians. Been coming here since our son was a newborn (so six years now)... We picked Dr. Sharon Pollock for a number of reasons (but rest assured, all the doctors are great -- we've seen em' all.) She not only relies on her experience, but stays current and is open-minded as well. We love how approachable she is and appreciate her straight talk. Love it when we find a doctor who really cares.TOTALLY RECOMMEND! read more

They are very professional and are always nice. They take good care of my children. Five stars all the way! read more

Pediatric Care Physicians - Doctors Near Me - Encino, California

Dr Pollock is the best! I have been with her for a year and a half now (basically since my son was born) and I'm extremely satisfied! She's very attentive, not rushed and very caring. The office stuff is also very helpful. Whenever I call they answer very quick, and they have a nurse line that explains everything and very helpful (especially to a new mom, she's always helpful and reassuring) whenever my son needed to come in same day they always accept us, and they have after hours phone line for emergency (extremely helpful). Never waited in waiting room more than 10 min and that was only once. Parking lot is a bit expensive but you can validate if you go to the pharmacy in the first floor. read more

I have been going to this office for more than 10 years and you wont find a more commited, kind, knowledgable group of people. The doctors are all parents themselves with hands on experience on how to help you raise your kids. This office makes you feel like you have a partner in parenting your kids. They have even come in on a Sunday to check our kids when they had a high fever or ear infection-where else can you get that? Simply the best smart, kind, and very caring. Paula Calabasas read more

My OB/GYN recommended Dr. Rachel Esmond and we have bee very please with the doctor's office. They are accomodating and attentive and take the time to do a thorough evaluation and listen to every concern. They do not over prescribe antibiotics and have the non mercury vaccines. We always see Dr. Esmond, but have met almost all of the other doctors when we have had emergencies and needed to talk to someone or get evaluated right away. Highly recommended! read more

This office needs to be shut down and call it history because these drs are all stuck in their on old ways. First off this post is mostly directed at Dr AUERBACH. He is a total a**hole. Has treated me like crap from day one since I told him I didn't want my son to have a flu shot. He figures less money for him so let's treat her like crap etc. and tell her that's not good parenting ..after that following appointment year after year I would walk in with my son and my sons father and he would say hi to my son and his father and wouldn't even acknowledge me like I am not even in the room!! The same as he has done when it is just me and my son in the room he says hi to just my son and buries his head in his laptop asking me questions and won't even look me in the eye. He asked me what my concerns were and I told him that my son does not eat much and he had the nerve to tell me "well his growth is good so how do you explain that if he's not eating enough ? ". Karma will come his way. He is a total turd. I would go somewhere else. How about you treat your paying patients parents with respect!! Oh and the older lady at the front desk is just about as rude as you "dr AUERBACH." Another thing that building has roaches! Not going back ever to this terrible energy office ! read more

Today I took my 10month old son to his doctor, the same doctor that I've been taking my older son for over six years now. As many busy moms, I had a lot going on and put my sunglasses down on the table that my son was on. Once his exam was over, I walked out with my son out of the office and got on the elevator, went down to the first floor, realized that I had left my sunglasses on the table in the exam room and took the elevator back up to the second floor. I walked in and asked for my glasses, they said that no one turned in any glasses. Obviously the person that cleans up the room between patients took them for herself. What has the world come to, when you can't even feel safe at a pediatrician's office? Furthermore, the front office staff couldn't be more nasty to me if they tried. So if you want to have something stolen from you and then be treated like crap, then you should come here.! read more

Dr. Pollock is the smartest, kindest, funniest doc on the block. Always helpful over the phone and in person. Also raised wonderful children!! read more