I have actually accompanied my sister-in-law to her appointments with Dr. Smilo. As more of an observer, but can attest to a very positive experience. The doctor is truly a specialist in her field of endocrinology. She has years of experience and knows her field well. She has worked so closely with my sister-in-law to monitor and track her diabetic condition, made recommendations, modified prescriptions and adjusted amounts; really tailored the specific needs of my sister-in-law. Dr. Smilo knows how to work with patients one-on-one with their specific diabetic condition. Folks with diabetes are at different stages. And even different needs at the same stages. The bottom line, my sister-in-law first went to Dr. Smilo last year, very concerned and stressed with her health. All her related levels were high and she was at Type II diabetes. Dr. Smilo has worked so closely with her, recently brought down my sister-in-law to PRE-DIABETIC condition. Dr. Smilo is a miracle worker. She's patient, understanding, listens well, but drills you to follow her guidelines to accomplish the goals; the end results to achieve a healthy patient to better deal with or eliminate the critical stages of diabetes. She might be old-school in some ways. I would like to see some methods and patient tasks more automated like patient/doctor tracking of readings/recordings to a spreadsheet, visually graph data/results, more allowance for comments, with options to print. Same with medications to track; old, new, changes in amounts or types, reasons, dates. Spreadsheet graphs would visually track the progress and any noticeable changes, also reflecting modifications in meds. Can result in less hard copy paperwork/paper files and faxing. And can be emailed and saved to personal e-files. Including references and handouts. But still have the hard copy option for those without or not familiar with automated tools. Dr. Smilo has quite an extensive background and years of practice. Her professional accomplishments, evident, on the wall in her office. She is a specialist in internal medicine, endocrinology, diabetes and metaboism. Her office summary of services mentioned includes diabetes management, abnormal lipids, high blood pressure and heart disease, treatment of acute illness for adults, weight management, and preventive medicine. Dr. Smilo was an associate Clinical Director at UCSF. And she was honored in 2011, being awarded TopDoc in San Francisco. If you want a thorough doctor who will achieve the results you want, Dr. Smilo is your endocrinologist or specialist, as mentioned, in other areas. My sister-in-law is happy with her first-hand experience and results. I can tell and am happy for her and my brother. read more

Renata P Smilo, MD - Dr. Smilo Awarded TopDoc SF - Internal Medicine Near Me - San Francisco, California

Dr. Smilo is a very nice personable Dr who takes time to talk to you. Her staff on the other hand have a serious attitude problem. On every occasion they have engaged in behavior that was either rude or unprofessional. They berate each other in front of patients. They also berate patients. The woman at the office was quite rude because I called with a question at 4:50 and she made sure to let me know that she felt that was too late and that she didn't know if anyone could help me calling so late. I asked if she could take a message, and although it seemed to be quite a chore for her, she did take a message. The next day when I called back to check on whether it would be possible to get the referral I needed, she reminded me several times that since I'd called at almost 5pm, I couldn't really expect much. And, that I should be aware that the Dr. only works Tues and Wed so well... I'd just have to wait. This attitude continued on like that for the entire conversation. Dr. - fire your staff who have attitudes like this. I have no patience for being treated this way by someone I don't even know. By the way - the patient is the customer, and they are allowed to call whenever they can fit it into their day without being reprimanded rudely. And, if care is not going to be accessible from Thurs through Tues, than that's not going to work out well either. It isn't that hard to be civil on the phone. Not sure what this woman's problem is, but she really needs an attitude fix - this is the third time and it's 3 strikes you're out - I'll be looking to change to a new provider this time. read more

She correctly diagnosed my hypothyroidism and for that I'm very thankful. Beyond that their office is extremely difficult to work with. They wouldn't answer a yes/no question over the phone and INSIST on a visit for everything. I just couldn't handle that. I also got attitude on the phone a number of times. A visit consists the dr patiently reading all her past hand written records slowly while you sit silently in front of her for 10 minutes. She's very old school and hand writes it all down. Her knowledge is deep and she knows what she's talking about but everything else was an unpleasant experience. read more

If you're looking for an endocrinologist who is direct, old-school and will give you the facts about what's what with your endocrinology issue, Dr. Smilo's your doctor. She's from a different time so her approach is very no-frills. What you hear and see is what you get., which can be quite blunt at times. I strongly recommend Dr. Smilo for the following: *Regular, 3-6 month check-ups if you have diabetes *You're seeking an advocate who actually cares about you and wants you to improve. *You'll actually get an appointment sometime this lifetime as opposed to waiting months on end with every other endocrinologist's office in the bay area. BE ADVISED if you go to see Dr. Smilo remember you're seeing an endocrinologist with over 30-40 years of experience. She's curt, to the point, yes, but very empathetic as well. Check your insurance plan because she may or may not accept your insurance at this point. Call ahead and ask the receptionist to check for you. I LOVE DR. RENATA SMILO! read more

Dr.Smilo is a true professional. Always trying to find solutions to improve your health. I've know her now for nearly 10 years. The staff is friendly, and also courteous. read more

Dr. Smilo takes the time to talk to you and listens. Whew...what a relief. I feel like a human being and not just a number. She is up to date with the latest research on diabetes. I have seen the staff having a bad day, but they are always working hard and doing their best. I don't sweat the small stuff, because a doctor like Dr. Smilo is a rare gem. read more

10-29-15 My first contact with Dr Smilo's office was Barbra who was a condescending idiot on the phone. It was my last contact. I am not making an appt there. You should find other endocrinologists as well. We have many choices-- Barbra certainly has control issues and does not like being corrected. She tried to flip the focus onto me when she brought up issues that she was incorrect on. Then she wants to battle on the phone about my dropped call on my cell phone telling me I hung up on her. She wanted to battle over the dropped call until I told her she was wrong then when she realized she was getting nowhere she wanted to argue about procedure. I did call my pcp and on the vm I told them to send over the referral to Barbra via the B&T website. She said it was not there so I did not call my PCP. She sounds too old for menopause but her hormones were definitely low. Other yelp comments here support my bad experience so it appears Barbra will not be fired as Dr Smilo can read I assume. We have many other choices of doctors to see. If your Brown and Toland I will make it very easy for you (www.brownandtoland.com). More choices on the website. As soon as I find a posting site that allows sound the authorized reordered phone conversation between Barbra and I will be going on line for millions to hear and decide for themselves. if you know of a posting site with sound allowed please email me the information at sfnutboy@gmail.com Anthony Y. Yin, M.D. Endocrinology Diabetes & Metabolism Accepts new patients Accepts Medi-cal Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation 1375 Sutter Street, Suite 208 San Francisco CA 94109 Call for appointments415.600.0110 Kjersti Kirkeby M.D. Endocrinology Diabetes & Metabolism Accepts new patients Accepts Medi-cal Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation 1375 Sutter Street Suite 208 San Francisco CA 94109 Call for appointments415.600.0110 Melissa Weinberg M.D. Endocrinology Diabetes & Metabolism Accepts new patients Accepts Medi-cal Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation 1375 Sutter Street Suite 208 San Francisco CA 94109 Call for appointments415.600.0110 Diana M. Antoniucci M.D. Endocrinology Diabetes & Metabolism Accepts new patients Accepts Medi-cal Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation 1375 Sutter Street Suite 208 San Francisco CA 94109 Call for appointments415.600.0110 Allan Pont M.D. Internal Medicine Endocrinology Diabetes & Metabolism Not accepting new patients Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation 1375 Sutter Street Suite 208 San Francisco CA 94109 Call for appointments415.600.0110 Karen E. Earle M.D. Endocrinology Diabetes & Metabolism Accepts new patients Accepts Medi-cal Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation 1375 Sutter Street Suite 208 San Francisco CA 94109 Call for appointments415.600.0110 Clinton W. Young, M.D. Internal Medicine, Endocrinology Diabetes & Metabolism Accepts new patients Pacific Internal Medicine Associates 2100 Webster Street, Suite 423 San Francisco CA 94115 Call for appointments415.923.3101 Kin-Kee Pun M.D. Ph.D. Endocrinology Diabetes & Metabolism Accepts new patients Kin-Kee Pun M.D. 950 Stockton Street Suite 375 San Francisco CA 94108 Call for appointments415.421.8999 THE DOCTOR TO AVOID PER YELP REVIEWS..... Renata Smilo, M.D. Internal Medicine, Endocrinology Diabetes & Metabolism Accepts new patients Renata P. Smilo, M.D. 3580 California Street, Suite 302 San Francisco CA 94118 read more

There are no words to describe how wonderful Dr Smilo is. I have been to quite a few doctors and nobody has helped me the way Dr Smilo has. She is not only incredibly smart but she is also kind and caring. She has all the terrific qualities a good doctor should have. read more

I have been under Dr. Smilo's care for approximately five years, having initially been referred to her by my primary care physician. At the time, I needed help getting my thyroid under control, after having had difficulties with my prior medication. Not only did Dr. Smilo correct my thyroid treatment, she delved thoroughly into my family medical history. She was the first doctor to discover, through additional tests, that I also had diabetes. She has been managing that condition, as well, and she has taken the time to educate me on all aspects of the disease. Dr. Smilo also calls me with lab test results, even when a scheduled office appointment is pending. Dr. Smilo and her staff are always friendly and courteous, and I haven't had a problem scheduling appointments. I am very thankful for Dr. Smilo's caring expertise. read more

I've been a patient of Dr. Smilo's since 1987. She has been a wonderfully supportive doctor in every way. I especially recommend her for transgendered patients as she is an endocrinologist and can get you started on hormone therapy. read more

Dr. Renata Smilo is in the Endocrinology field. She is very thorough in her exam of her patient/s as well as keep a very complete record of her patient's health under her care. She will question you for all the medical conditions and medications you have; and meticulously drilled you on how to take good care of your personal health and well being. I totally enjoyed all my medical consultation and visits with her and completely trust her on her medical analysis and advice. I have been going to her medical office for over 4 years now, and she still treated me the same way she treated her patients. Her office staffs (there are only three of them) on the other hand are working for three doctors out of the same office at the same time, with keeping tracks of patients' appointment, record keeping, checking in and settling in patients as they came in and all works required by the doctors plus more. I have the same impression when I first met them, that they are rude and unprofessional. However, after I used the reverse psychology by being pleasant and polite as well as friendly greetings with all three of them; they are as polite and professional to me to the extend of going out of their way to assist me with anything I may need. I will always stand behind my words on these. read more

My co-worker highly recommended Dr. Smilo to me when I was looking for a physician. I gave her a try and glad I did. She really spends time on her patience. She writes notes down on papers instead of putting check marks on preprinted forms. She would slow you down and get everything right instead of logging hours with more patience. She even called me herself and left me her direct line for call back instead of having an assistant to do that for her, when she got my blood test results. If you want a physician who really spends time on you instead of just getting your money, you will want to give Dr. Smilo a try. read more

dr smilo is great! she's handling my mom's diabetes after my mom's former internal medicine md tried to do it himself with disastrous results. my mom is much more stable thanks to dr smilo. read more