I love Dr Abigail she has definitely changed my life. Her staff is the best and they are helpful. I…read moream so grateful to all of them and appreciate their great attitude and hard work

Dr. Hanada is always pleasant, professional, and someone I trust with my care…read more I did have some difficulty reaching the office initially--after several calls, I was repeatedly routed to voicemail and had trouble connecting to schedule an appointment. However, the office did follow up and was able to get me in quickly once we connected. It may have been a staffing or communication issue, but I appreciate that they made the effort to accommodate me. Overall, I'm glad to be continuing care with this doctor and hope the phone responsiveness continues to improve.

Dr. Kam has been my allergist since 2019, and he is truly outstanding. I struggled with severe,…read moreunexplained asthma starting in 2007--it was so bad that I couldn't sleep or function normally. Hoping a change in climate would help, I even moved to Hawaii in 2015. I saw several allergists at Queen's, but none were able to provide real answers. Dr. Kam was the first doctor who truly took action. On my very first visit, he personally arranged for me to see a pulmonologist that same morning, without a prior appointment. That level of care and advocacy is rare. Because of Dr. Kam, my asthma is now well controlled, and my quality of life has completely changed. He is knowledgeable, compassionate, and genuinely invested in his patients. I have nothing but respect and gratitude for him. I highly recommend Dr. Kam to anyone dealing with asthma or allergies.

Wow. Got a referral to se Dr. Kam and was told it was denied because I've already seen an allergist…read moreand Dr. Kam "doesn't do second opinions." Ummm it's not a second opinion, it's a different issue but ok...guess this guy's busy or rich enough to afford to turn patients away. How pompous!

Knowledge is 5 stars. He's been in practice forever and has a good knowledge base. However…read more.. Bedside manner is ZERO stars. Packed waiting room, long waits past scheduled visits. SO many waiting! I was seen 1.5 HOURS past my appointment time. I foster animals, and when I saw him I had 5 in house. Skin cancer topical 5-FU treatment IS TOXIC TO ANIMALS. I wanted something else and he replied, "Get rid of your animals." BH! Saw another Dermatologist after a year putting up with 5FU covered up, washing hands, laundry not to contaminate my animals...and it didn't work at ALL- in fact it spread so now I need surgery. Did NOT return here. There ARE other options for meds and removal of skin cancers you know! Lesions were removed with MOH surgery. Don't recommend this physician, sorry.

I highly recommend Dr Philip Hellreich for all skin issues. He is a Dr that you want to do a annual…read morecheckup with. Here in Hawaii the sun and outside active life can put some damage to our skin. I know what the drill is when I arrive on site for my inspection. Once in the room I strip down, gown up and not waste his time. He checks me from head to toe military style, efficient and thorough. That is what I like that he really goes over everything. It is really hard to find a doctor of dermatology that does that in a way that I know nothing was missed.

Before making my appointment I saw there were quite a few negative reviews so I thought I'd share…read moremy positive experience. I don't know about everyone else but after seeing my PCP and dermatologist already, Dr. Sreedharan was the first provider I felt actually listened to me and took the time to figure out what was going on and then thoroughly explained to me, in a way that I could understand, what has happening in my own body. Even called to follow up and few hours later.

My 3 year old has been suffering from a *constant* cough from September 2021. Her pediatrician said…read moreshe must have post-nasal drip cough caused by allergies. With the fear of covid all around, all the reasons why you would see your PCP are, now, all the reasons why you are not allowed into the office... cough, included and perhaps- especially. So, after about 10 telehealth visits and instructions to give zyrtec daily and vacuum (I do that 5 times a day regardless) and air out mattresses and zero improvement - I was desperate and searched for a local allergy specialist online. Aloha Allergy and Immunology came up and were, thankfully, still taking new patients! We have HMSA PPO federal plan so we didn't need a referral to make an appointment. I understand that covid can be scary if you haven't had it, but it was truly heartbreaking to watch my poor toddler have coughing fits throughout the day and even wake her from sleep and her pediatrician was unwilling to see her in office because of her chronic cough. But on our first appointment, Dr. Lucuab-Fegurgur and staff were so compassionate and understanding to my daughter's situation. They expressed genuine concern for her well-being and didn't treat her like a walking disease. We discovered that her coughing was due to post-nasal drip and she has allergic rhinitis which is like an allergy- induced asthma. They did a scratch test to see what amongst the common irritants, were possibly affecting her. Come to find out, she's extremely allergic to dust mites and cockroach. Two things I cannot avoid in island... like- hardly at all. However, we know now how best we can help her. I have a lot of laundry and need to set up traps regularly in the car and at home. No stuffed animals or rugs- etc. She's on montelukast, Flonase, zyrtec and (when needed) albuterol. As long as she is propped up, she does not usually have a problem sleeping without anything. Anyway, Dr. L is an answer to prayer! She is WONDERFUL. She is kind and attentive and has helped my daughter be able to return to normal activities like school and play dates without getting dirty looks from those unaware that allergic coughs are a thing and not contagious... if you or someone you know needs an allergy specialist, Aloha Allergy and Immunology is your bet! Thank you, Dr. L and staff! My daughter can breathe ;)

Dr. Gregory Schmidt and his staff are the best! Dr. Schmidt corrected my vision to 20/20 distance…read more From the first visit to the last, he and the staff were knowledgable, professional, and caring as to my needs and concerns! I also highly recommend the Eye Surgery Center at Iwilei where the surgery was performed. The staff, again is as professional, caring, and.thorough as Dr Schmidt's.

I have been a patient at Hawaii Eye Institute for over 13 years. Dr. Schmidt and his assistant…read moreoptometrist (currently Dr. Melissa Kim) have taken care of annual checkups and prescription updates. They helped me recovery from a scratched cornea. This year, I decided it was time to have cataract surgery. After the consult with Dr. Schmidt, we decided to have multi-focal interocular lenses put in. The results are MIRACULOUS! No need for contacts or glasses. I see everything better at all distances. The world is brighter and colors are more vibrant. Dr. Schmidt operated on one eye, then two weeks later, the second. The procedure was painless and recovery quick. If you're eligible, do not hesitate to get it done. I highly recommend the multi-focal solution even though you may have to pay out-of-pocket. Dr. Schmidt is truly expert, and he's done over 10,000 procedures. Beyond his surgical skill and expertise, he leads his team well. They are all well trained and motivated. Special shout-outs to office manager Ashley, who's the best. She told me to say that in my review :-) but it is true. She's the perfect wingman to Dr. Schmidt and between the two of them, they addressed every question and concern in easily understood terms. Mykaela and Vy were my techs, and they are just as good. They are personable and professional, ensuring Dr. Schmidt has all the info he needs when he conducts his exams. The front office team that greets and schedules follow up is very sharp and engaging. I cannot imagine a better experience than I had with this truly life-changing procedure.

This Review is WAY OVERDUE! On Feb. 2nd, my son was admitted…read morefrom the ER to the 5th floor. There he received excellent treatment! His nurse, Matt, was absolutely great! He was responsive and very caring. My son felt safe with him. The night nurse, Cliff, was also very good too! Case managers, Beth and Tainika, kept our family up-to-date with our son's status. My son still has a slight yellow tinge to his skin, but he is stable and getting stronger thanks to the great care provided by the wonderful Pali Momi staff of doctors and nurses! Mahalo!

It's very difficult to rate Pali Momi because I feel that overall, their ER services and lab are…read morethe BEST on all of Oahu and the best hospital out of most of the hospitals I've been to in the mainland while my spouse was in the military. I would love them just because of their ER. If I were to move to Kahala, Kailua or Waianae, I would still drive to their ER in the dead of night over any other ER (if I could). I have never in my life described an ER visit as a service, but when I go to Pali Momi, it feels like a service. Like GREAT service for the money you're paying. I'm being catered to even when I have to wait a little for the Dr, the ER STAFF just feels like an ELEVATED level of care and not unprofessional or ratchet like other ER staff from other hospitals I've been to. The wait time here is always the shortest of any other ER we have gone to for other people. You won't catch the staff talking loudly or badly about a patient (had that happen at Castle ER). This ER will have have short, low murmured, light interactions and even when they're updating the next crew on patients before leaving - they are actually very discreet. With their ER, the staff station is just a comfortable or soothing buzz in the background and not like other ERs where people are talking loudly, yelling or laughing over each other while someone's in excruciating pain just a few feet away. I love how their ER has grown and how Pali Momi has UTILIZED their space on the first floor to make more rooms for the ER so that patients are not waiting long outside. That alone also adds to you feeling like they make efforts and give a damn about the service they provide. Whether you end up in one of the makeshift rooms at the back, I feel like they know how patients feel - once I'm inside - mentally I already feel a little better because I'm one step closer to being seen. The next step is waiting outside to be called and then when you're called they take you in to your room or space. You wait for the Dr., see the Dr, they do what needs to be done, then you either wait to be transferred to a room upstairs or wait for your papers and the nurse or doctor to speak about what you need to do once home or when you get your meds. This ER will CALL YOU shortly after your visit to FOLLOW UP on how you're doing. This is great! Anyway, let's talk about the service of their upstairs staff if you have to stay in the hospital. 1- This hospital is a lot cleaner compared to other hospitals, Queens in town and Straub on King st, but it could still be better. My mom had to stop a maid because she used the SAME flannel that she wiped the room with to wipe the bathroom and SINK!! The sink that nurses put the bottles on for the patient's water flushes for their feeding line or that patients themselves use. And if someone is in the room, they won't come all the way in to mop. I know they probably are just trying not to intrude but pls come in anyway to make sure the room is clean. If someone says they don't want it, fine but some people will appreciate it being cleaned thoroughly even if they're there. 2. The staffs upstairs are mostly great. You do have some very good nurses here, but I've encountered the same male nurse who walked in twice and almost use the SAME gloves he's had from visiting other patients. This is unacceptable as that's how OUTBREAKS happen. Your hospital has an awesome reputation, but that small carelessness from one person can ruin that. 3. Please please for the love of god, change or get a refund from the contractor that provides the sheets. I've been there a few times recently again and each time, the bed sheets do NOT FIT the beds! Please get bigger sheets that won't shrink in the dryer. I feel so bad for the CNAs and nurses when I help change my loved one's bed sheets and it doesn't even fit. To the point where the patient becomes uncomfortable due to the sheet bending the mattress inwards. I hope if we have another stay, that all the too small sheets have been replaced. 4. Keep up the great work. Your lab is very good at drawing blood and putting in IV lines for hard cases. We appreciate that so much. 5. Your insurance ladies are so polite when coming to ask for that and getting it done so we don't have to worry about it. I like that they will come to the patient to complete their paperwork or return their things so the patient doesn't have to come to them if they're unable to. 6. Shout out to your cafeteria. The staff in there is so efficient and kind. The place is clean and comfortable with plenty of seating.

My daughter had an allergy attack and headaches. I called physician's exchange to page the doctor…read more He never called back! I called and left a voicemail message to relate my daughter's symptoms and that I was bringing her in without an appointment. When we arrived, we were told it would be a wait since we are walk-ins. I did explain that she is in pain and they said the doctor will see her as soon as possible. 45 minutes later she is taken into a room. 20 minutes after that, still no doctor. There was absolutely no consideration of urgency for a patient in need of immediate care. Even after I brought this to his attention, he still made no effort to see her. Do not go to this doctor, he and his staff do not care!!

Dr Kuo Sr is a very seasoned allergist. I am treated very well by him and his staff. I have asthma,…read morebut because of Dr Kuo, I don't have any major episode of asthma.

RUN! The father is an arrogant prick. Yelled at me for asking questions, refused to answer anything…read moreI asked. Refused to complete a full panel because it "was an economic problem and I'm not going to spend money for one patient." Talked over me and interrupted me the entire time. It took everything in me not to tell him to treat me with respect. Worst of all, he used my BUTT as a clipboard. I can't imagine any doctor doing that to a male patient. It was absurd. Do not go here. This behavior would never fly on the mainland. He is only employed because he has a short waiting list (I wonder why?) and there are so few specialists on island. In terms of medical care, he forgot about me after giving the pin test, rendering the result invalid. Clearly he messed up, because I've gone to other allergists before and I am severely allergic to cats and dogs, but the result came out negative. The place is just a money mill, as evidenced by the dad running in and out of rooms. He refused to order a blood test for the full panel, too. The explanation is because he would not be willing to give me allergy shots for it (due to "economic reasons.") His obligation is to complete a full test regardless of whether it will result in financial benefit. It's my right to know what I'm allergic to, but he doesn't want me to take those test results to a different doctor who would be able to provide actual care based on the results of a full allergy panel. Apparently he has a reputation for being an incompetent jerk. The employees at the lab said as much.

My experience with Dr. Kushner has been excellent. I've been dealing with severe eczema and…read moreallergies my entire life. I was also dealing with severe fatigue and inflammation. My allergies and eczema got exponentially worse after moving to Maui. I used to take several different types of topical, nasal, and injectable steroids and allergy pills, yet I would still wake up and sneeze 30 times in a row and be congested all day. I also suffered from intense, debilitating itching due to eczema and could not even go to the beach anymore. I was tired of the medication side effects and was literally at my wits end. Luckily, I found a good review of Dr. Kushner on Yelp and that pushed me to make an appointment. I was not sure what she could do for me, but was wanting to try a natural method as traditional ways of medicine were not working. My allergies, eczema, fatigue, and inflammation are now able to be well controlled through the natural methods prescribed by Dr. Kushner. I no longer need steroids. She is extremely knowledgeable and her help has been life changing. I was surprised to see how thorough she is. She really takes the time to understand your issues. I never would have thought that my symptoms would improve so much with supplements, dietary, and lifestyle changes. I HIGHLY recommend booking an appointment with her!!

In late 2016 our son experienced a massive life threatening anaphylactic episode landing him in the…read moreemergency room. We took him to the best Doctors and Specialists we could find and ran all the tests we could. We decided to fly our son to Queens Hospital to see an allergist to no avail. The Doctors ran allergy tests, skin prick tests, thyroid test, blood tests, liver ultrasounds. The only allergens found were to dust mites, roaches, & scallops. He also had secondary reactions to steroids and antibiotics given to him at the hospital. We were told it was idiopathic anaphylaxis and we would most likely never find the cause or the cure. He was instructed to carry epi-pens at all times. Our son has since had 3 more anaphylactic episodes the last one in November of 2017. We decided to seek alternative help and contacted Dr. Kushner. Dr. Kushner met with me first and just listened to me for over and hour about the events leading up to my son's first episode. It was so nice to be heard for a change. We set up an appointment for my son at a later date. Dr. Kushner spent several hours just talking and listening to our son. It was a breath of fresh air to have someone who actually listened. After Dr. Kushner gathered all the information & lab results she formulated a plan to help our son. He has since lost more than 23 pounds, the visible inflammation throughout his body has been drastically diminished, and most importantly of all he has not had an anaphylactic episode since we started with Dr. Kushner. His last episode was the one he had in November 2017 and It will be June 2018 this Friday. This will be the longest stretch that our son has had no anaphylaxis. We can not thank Dr. Kushner enough for all she has done. Mahalo

Dr Lehman has long since retired. Too bad; he's a great allergist!…read more George Ewing has been retired for an even longer period of time. Time for Yelp to update its listings.

Hives are frequently caused by allergic reactions, but many times there are non-allergic…read moresymptomatic causes. I was one of those unknown cases a few years back that my General Practitioner and Internist at the time both couldn't figure out, so I was referred to Dr. Lehman, who was an MD specializing in allergy and immunology. From the first visit with Dr. Lehman, I was relieved to see that he was a very nice Doctor with great bedside manners. He was very thorough during the exam and made sure that he explained how allergies and the immune system work all hand in hand. I know that there are many skeptical practitioners and Doctors out there about allergists, but all I can say that after working with Dr. Lehman and having him do a complete skin allergy testing on me and bringing me down to a singular source diet for a few weeks, he has completely helped me. I have since returned to a very regular diet and my hives and lip swellings have completed disappeared, and I have been living seven years free of any type of allergic reactions. All I can say is that you can't knock it until you try it yourself.