These people are truly amazing and the technology is mesmerizing. This place was an experience in…read morewhat is being done for the heart in modern times.

I am sharing my experience with Family Health Centers of Escondido in the hope that it encourages…read moreimprovements in patient care. My sister passed away in April 2026. Despite notifying the clinic multiple times of her death, I have now received three calls attempting to schedule follow-up appointments for her. That alone reflects a concerning lack of communication within the organization. Unfortunately, this was consistent with our experience while she was alive. My sister had multiple complex medical conditions, yet obtaining coordinated care was unnecessarily difficult. Communication was poor, medication lists and diagnoses were often inaccurate, and correcting errors in her medical record proved extremely frustrating. Some examples include: Her chart repeatedly listed coronary artery disease and hypertension, neither of which she had. I had to continually request that the Primary Care Physician removed them from her chart. An incorrect fax from her primary care office led to her life-sustaining Midodrine being discontinued at her memory care facility, resulting in a syncopal episode and urgent medical evaluation. Her gallbladder surgery was delayed after surgical clearance was withheld for mildly low potassium. While waiting for another appointment, her biliary drain became dislodged, requiring emergency surgery at another hospital. When hospice became appropriate, the referral was sent to the wrong agency despite prior discussions, causing unnecessary frustration during an already difficult time. Throughout her care, messages often went unanswered, and communication seemed focused more on administrative processes than resolving patient needs. I worked as a Nurse Practitioner for over 30 years and understand that no healthcare system is perfect. However, accurate medical records, clear communication, and coordinated care are basic standards. In our experience, those standards were too often missing. We remained with Family Health Centers only because appointment availability was better than many alternatives, which was critical given how medically fragile my sister was. I sincerely hope the organization reviews its processes and improves the quality and coordination of care. Based on our experience, I cannot recommend this clinic.

Dr. Baban is wonderful! I was recommended to see her to check my heart after an accident I was in…read more My experience with Dr. Baban was always great. She did a wonderful job of explaining everything in detail and answering any questions completely. Really nice staff as well. Office is always nicely kept. I highly recommended Dr. Baban.

I had an outstanding experience with Dr. Kandan Baban, DO. She provided thorough, compassionate…read morecare and truly listened to my concerns. Not only is she highly skilled, but I also have a personal connection, as her father was my mathematics teacher at Grossmont College. That made the care even more meaningful. I am incredibly grateful to have found such a dedicated professional, and I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking excellent, personalized care.

How do you even get an appointment here? When I call, I am first in que and then hold 15 minutes…read more Then ringing and a recording announces that my patience is valued. Then more muzak, rinse and repeat. After holding 30 minutes I finally reached a call center that took my information and told me I would receive callback within 24-48 hours. No callback so I will be starting the process over again. Never dealt with an office where you couldn't even get an appointment. If I ever actually get to see Dr. Orr I will update this review.

Dr Orr is an overbearing jerk and very erratic on his assessments of issues and treatments. One I…read moregot a second opinion without his knowledge and when he learned of it he went ballistic saying I am your Doc or not. Do you understand? I did and immediately chose my other advising cardiologist. Do not consider this quack!

Son has CHF, Dr Mikhail is a wonderful Cardiologist. Son was on life support in LA in Feb 2023…read more Once Son made it through and was off life support, I moved Son to reside with me in Escondido. Dr. Mikhail is Son's Cardiologist. We are very pleased with the services he renders. We highly recommend Dr. Mikhail.

Dr. Malek is professional and easy to work with. He is a primary reason I'm still around at age 82…read more He was my cardiologist seven years ago when I had a quad bypass and has been examining me every six months since then. He just discovered some blockage on the carotid artery and is developing a plan to address this. I would strongly recommend him to anyone in need of a top flight cardiologist.

Dr. Malek is one of the greatest doctors, with the greatest reputation, I have ever known. He has…read morekept me healthy and his nurses and medical assistants have always been smiling and helpful.

I was referred to this office from my PCM. (Through my insurance Company). My referral was…read moreapproved as "Stat" (you know- meaning I should probably have my ticker checked SOONER than later). After 4 days of run around (between my PCMs office and this Cardiologist office)- and multiple hassles with how my insurance works- I finally gave up and called my PCM back to be referred to a different office/location/doctor. This place doesn't have its ducks in a row- and wasn't welcoming or helpful at all.

Dr. Lilley is the best primary care physician I've ever had. He's the Ward Cleaver of doctors! He…read morepatiently listens to everything I have to say (even when I go on about what I've been reading online), lends insight and explains how my body works in a way I can understand. I have seen his NP a couple of times and she has been helpful as well. My husband and I (he only sees patients 18+) are relatively healthy people who only need a doctor for the occasional cough or flu and Dr. Lilley's office is always able to get us in quickly and takes good care of us. When I started to have more chronic issues after the birth of my son, Dr. Lilley has helped me compile the information from the specialists I've seen. And you have to love how he pulls out his iPhone to look up a particular medication that he has a question about! UPDATE: Dr. Lilley is now retired.

His staff are the worst. He prescribed a heart coronary procedure for me on my visit. After eight…read moredays the staff haven't yet send it to cardiologist center even after calling them three times.

In June my 84 yr old mother started seeing Dr Gorwit. First exam was fine. She suffers from…read moreHypertension and at the time was having an acute episode. The Dr removed one of the two hypertension drugs she was taking, which was good because it was not recommended for use in combination with the other hypertension drug she was taking. He prescribed a different drug. My mom experienced severe side effects that night. We called the Dr's office the next day and a different drug was prescribed. My mother continued to have dangerously high blood pressure and started taking the second newly prescribed drug. She again experienced severe side effects however due to the dangerously high blood pressure, she continued to follow the Dr's advice and took the drug. She was not sleeping in addition to the other terrible side effects (vertigo, nausea, body pains). I took her into the office for a scheduled echocardiogram in the middle of all this. On the 7th day of high blood pressure, sleeplessness and severe side effects I was able to talk to the Dr on the phone. He refused to concede that my mother's side effects were due to the drugs he prescribed. He said he "prescribed them to everyone and no one has these side effects". He wanted me to bring her in to see him. At this point, I said goodbye. Not only could my mom hardly walk to the bathroom, but it was clear that this Dr was not going to be helpful. After two requests for the results of my mom's echocardiogram, we have yet to see them. I am very disappointed. My mother has since been treated by another Dr in a different health system and is 100% better.

Came here to have a stress test done for my doctor his name is Young Lee. He i a very goof…read morecardiologist. Have had him as a doctor since 2017. I highly recommend him. And his staff always polite friendly and professional. They do a good job. Thank you

My husband had major cardiac surgery ( not but this doctor) -we were referred to him for follow up…read morecare. Surgery in late March and as of mid May he won't complete the disability paperwork requested. Staff says he's been told busy -that's not acceptable-

I have not seen a Dr yet and the staff lack in patient care. First I couldn't get a call back for 3…read morewas with Dr. Christopher Vanichsan to only get a referral to Dr. Serry in the same office. I went in for my scheduled appointment only to find they never scheduled me. Poor staff patient care!