I found Dabo pretty luckily, I went through my approved aetna network and found the doc with the most experience closest to me... after 4 yrs with Doc Dabo I'm thankful for the internet He's professional, takes the time to discus everything with you, is thorough in his explanations and even walks you through potential financial scenarios. The only doctor I've had that came close to his level of service was a specialist he recommended me to after I broke my wrist. The office a little small/random and he's only open MWF but I guess you don't have to do much when people come back and you provide great service. read more

Unfortunately I never got past the phone call to the office. The woman answering the phone told me I could make an appointment because I'd never been there . . .huh? She was abrupt and unwelcoming. She let me know the doctor was retiring at the end of the year. It would be nice if they would just post that online and say that he isn't seeing new patients. read more

I have had Dr Dabo as my pcp for about a year now. Everything seemed fine until I started getting migraines. Dr Dabo began by prescribing me what I later found out to be children's doses of migraine medication. To no surprise they didn't work. He then prescribed me Valium and dilaudid. My pharmacist and I agreed these were not appropriate. So I requested alternate meds because I didn't want to take benzodiazepines or opioids to treat my migraines. His response was 3 more Valium prescriptions... He then gave me a referral to neurology. I called 2-3 times a week to check on my referral because I was still experiencing daily migraines. I ended up picking it up in person and dropping it off myself. On the paperwork I can see that they've been sending it to the wrong fax number after I tried to give them the correct one multiple times. 1 month of migraines later and my neurologist tells me I need an adults dose of my medication and to ask Dr Dabo to update the prescription. He refused and told me to ask her for anything I need. Not to mention he is impossible to get a hold of because the poor acupuncturist answers all of his phone calls and leaves messages for him that he doesn't respond to. Skip this "Doctor" read more

Thank you dr Dabo. I went for a routine checkup and some blood work and I was properly diagnosed and treated

Dr. Dabo has an excellent chairside manner and struck me as a knowledgeable physician. I was impressed that he not only figured out my condition immediately and provided a prescription that finally worked, he also took the time to call and let me know that my lab values were within normal limits. As a busy clinician myself, I really appreciated that phone call! Most doctors do not take the time to follow up due to lack of time, more pressing priorities, etc. I could tell he genuinely cared, even after many years on the job. I will definitely be back and I recommend Dr. Dabo to family and friends. read more

Dr. Dabo is a wonderful doctor! I have been a patient of his for the past 2 years and he truly listens to you AND he will put a smile on your face even when you are feeling sick. Dr. Dabo and his receptionist, Beatrice, will always find a way to fit you into his schedule when you need an appointment. Another great thing is that he accepts TRICARE insurance which is great for our military family! Also, I started seeing Dr. Tom who shares the office with Dr. Dabo. She practices Chinese medicine and acupuncture so it's the best of both worlds (Western and Eastern medicine) when you visit their office! read more

Visit: I have not been in for a physical for a while so I figured it was time for a general check up. Dr. Dabo was prompt and didnt keep me waiting long. He listened to my story and assesed my general health and recommended a full spread of bloodwork and gave reasonable diagnosis for a few other issues. Pleasent to speak with and very reasonable in his diagnosis/prescription, felt that he paid attention well and wasnt distracted as I have experienced doctors who cant wait to get out of the room and move on to the next patient, leaving you with a feeling of unimportance, that is not the story with Dr. Dabo. Semmed knowledgeable about a variety of issues and was able to recomend a few specific medications to try for minor issues. Did not feel pressured by his prescriptions, he suggested I try them then come back after a certain period so he can evaluate if the treatments are appropriate. Office: Easily accessible from the street side, inside a small business square shared with other medical offices. Shared with an acupuncture practice that burns incense or herbs as part of the treatment, be prepared for an herbal scent, not offensive just differen.t Parking: 2 spots for Unit 1E in the rear alley. You can also get lucky on Garnet Great general practitioner, will be back for next checkup! read more

This is my new doc! My wife and I both have seen him. He's easy to get in and see, listens carefully and he's been thorough & accurate. Really appreciate and respect him. His receptionist is great too. She's a gift to the practice, kind, responsive and gets back to you quick (I unfortunately had to call over a weekend). read more

I need to change my doctor asap. Doctor Dabo hasn't been helpful at all. His office stinks and has weird music and super old smelly couches. He is super hard to understand (don't go there if you have a hard time understanding weird accents). I called an obgyn I wanted to visit, they said I needed a referral. I called Dr. Dabo's office and the receptionist said I should come over to get the referral. I went to the office, made a payment, and Dr. Dabo didn't make the referral for me! He said he wouldn't even attempt to do it (lazy?) because I should look into the doctors in his own network (he gave me a list of 5 options I could find online anyway, none of them associated with UCSD Medical Center, which is where I'd like to deliver my baby). My experience with him sucks all around. He wasn't helpful the first time I went there either. Just sent me to get blood work and end of the story. He said he would refer my husband to a specialist and didn't. Both times I visited his office, I had to wait 40 min + to see him. Furthermore, parking is not easy, you would think there is a parking lot behind his office but nothing! You have to parallel park on Grand Ave! Where traffic is heavy. Parking spots don't abound either, after all it is Pacific Beach. The entrance to the plaza is gated and sometimes you can get in because the gate is opened and sometimes you can't. I got in before my husband and 5 min later he called me saying he couldn't get in and there was no Dr. Dabo on the directory to ring the bell to his office, so I had to get out of the doctor's room (I was waiting for the doctor) and go open the door for my husband. Terrible service. I highly discourage people from choosing him. read more

I really love doctors who are straight forward and don't bs around. I have never before had a doctor i wasn't related to or who was a close family friend, so I was relieved to find a doctor i was comfortable with on my first try. Never hard to get an appt and great about keeping you informed, and i trust what he says. He talks to me like an adult, not like some hypochondriac overly active webmd user, which i also appreciate. read more

I was a little thrown off when I first walked in Dr. Dabo's office, because it wasn't like other offices I have been to. It smells like incense and everything seemed a little old. But after meeting Dr. Dabo, and experiencing a doctor who actually listened to me, checked me thoroughly, and diagnosed me carefully, none of that other stuff mattered. He really is a thorough, knowledgeable, kind, and wise man who I fully trust. Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful. read more

Reading through the reviews below, I'm genuinely shocked and appalled that some people have given Dr Dabo bad reviews. He literally saved my life when I was going through the worst health crisis I've ever had to face. He was super reactive and diligent, ordering labs, referring us to specialists when needed, and following up - even when he didn't have to. He called me many times after surgery to check in and see how I was doing, and he was always available when my husband & I had questions or needed reassurance. The fact that some people bring up his accent is downright backwards. As for the decor of the office, well, it is somewhat dated and the place could do with a makeover, but don't let it fool you into believing that these people aren't competent. read more

I have worked in the medical field for over 20 years and have seen my share of medical offices and physicians. Dr. Dabo is unique. I chose him as my primary care physician because he is professional and highly responsive to my needs. His practice seems to be steady, but not too busy. The receptionist is very kind and responsive. His practice is simple and effective. read more

I came to yelp to help me find a good neighborhood doctor, and Dr. Dabo's name came up and he was only a few blocks from my house. All the other reviews are spot on. My trip to the doctor's office was quick and painless. The staff was friendly and helpful and Dr. Dabo was great. I'll definitely be coming back! read more

I moved out to San Diego from the midwest where I had the worlds best family doctor. I was a little nervous trying to find a doctor in San Diego for random stuff. I'm in good health but it's always nice to have a trusting doctor to rely on if ya need anything. I had an appointment with Dr Dabo this morning and couldn't be happier. What a genuinely nice man. He's very personable and really looked me over, asked the right questions and seemed concerned and interested in everything I said or asked of him. I'm so happy I chose to see Dr Dabo. The girl at the desk was helpful and nice and cute as well which is usually pretty rare at a doctors office. Overall a great place to go! read more

Dabo is the man. Very thorough on my standard check up and went through a lot of trouble to make sure I got to the right dermatologist. Also ensured that I got a 7 day supply of my prescription to hold me over before my appointment with a a specialist the next week. It's obvious he cares a lot about his patients, which sometimes seems to be lacking in the medical community. read more

Dr Tabo is the man. He cares about his patients, which sometimes seems to be lacking in the US medical community. His wife is working in the same office as an acupuncturist (a good alternative to Western medicine for some problems) and she is great. The lady at the front office is also very nice. Small office but great team! read more

He's the real deal. Super smart, very cool. The guy speaks like 5 languages.

Dr. Dabo is a really nice person, and has helped make my life so much easier as I prepare for surgery. I've had to see him several times within a short period of time, due to the various tests and procedures I need in preparation for surgery. I love that he's right in the neighborhood, and can usually fit me in within a couple days of my call. I feel really comfortable with him, and it's obvious that he cares. read more

This place is a lifesaver! I've been twice for my medical needs, once after returning from overseas and another for eating something questionable. Both times, parking was easy and there was no wait. I literally walked in, signed in and was helped a few minutes later. The offices are super nice and look new. The staff are all very nice and accommodating. I'm definitely considering making this office my main doctor's office for now on. Highly recommend! read more

I am a retired nurse practitioner and pretty picky about choosing physicians. Dr. Dabo is highly intelligent, knowledgeable, up to date and such a nice guy! His practice isn't huge, so he has time to listen to patients, explain everything and even research additional data.... plus you don't have to wait weeks or even days to get an appointment. He's very understanding and really goes the extra mile to help his patients out as evidenced by comments below. read more

I was a bit uncertain first because of the strange smell in the office. After some minutes the smell becomes really nice though. Also when i met doctor dabo, he did not look likt the kind of doctor you would imagine... BUT he listens to everything you say very carefully, and apparently knows a lot about what he is doing. He diagnosed me right from the start, and i recovered promptly. He also seems to be fulll of humor and laughter. I like this. 5 stars. read more

The best doctor I've ever been to, and I've been a patient for years. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a wonderful and caring doctor. Just be sure to check his hours. Not open every day. read more

Dr Dabo was on my Insurance list and I chose him because I live in PB were his office is located some 4 years ago.I just read some very negative yelps that Dr Dabo doesn't deserve at all! He is everything but lazy.Dr Dabo works real hard for you,especially on all the paperwork.Have you ever heard of a doctor that calls you regarding a prescription?No way!And much more.He always calls back and seems to take a personal interest in you.I respect him as a human being.He speaks five languages.Dr Dabo had to learn Chinese in order to go to the U of Beijing! Dr Dabo is just a good guy who cares,simple as that.Hes hands on and I`m grateful to be his patient.So screw your 1 star Yelps....Go to some money freak doctor that only cares about the bottom line.... read more

I chose this doctor due to the good ratings on yelp. When I got to the office, it was pretty outdated and smelled like cigarette smoke, with a sign on the wall that said please excuse the smell. When I was with the doctor, I told him I was having neck pain (I have degenerative disc disease) twice he asked me if I had an injury and I explained to him what happened each time. He ordered an X-ray and stated that I had no history of injuries. After the results were in, I called several times to have a follow up apt, which since he's my PCP, i needed to go back for any referrals. Each time I was told the doctor was busy and I received no calls. After several weeks of trying to contact them, I had to change PCPs. read more

I've been seeing Dr. Dabo for about six years now. I can't commiserate with my friends who constantly complain about their doctors either not being available or trying to sell them on botox or some other useless crap. Dr. Dabo is the real deal and everything you'd want out of your general practitioner. He keeps tabs on me, will take my emergency calls when necessary, and always finds time to see me in a pinch. I don't live in PB but it's worth the drive. read more

If you are seeking a doctor who genuinely cares about his patients and goes ENTIRELY out of his way to give them the best service possible, Dabo is your guy. I have been a patient for about a year and after a series of flawless appointments and various positive interactions the first hiccup occurred last week - as in any business. This 'hiccup' was a miscommunication on both ends involving setting a time for me to pick up a prescription and alas, I was not able to pick it up during their office hours thanks to my work schedule. After a series of frantic after-hours phone calls to his receptionist/wife regarding a prescription I needed, Dr. Dabo offered to write the prescription himself AND deliver it to MY pharmacy on a Saturday (meaning I would not be charged for a doctor's visit as well). His wife, after patiently dealing with my garbled gibberish and hysterical questions, calmly relayed information and continued to offer EXCELLENT customer service on a Friday evening. I knew I had a great doctor, but I did not know I had such a client-focused husband/wife team that truly puts their patient's needs first and exudes professionalism in all things. Thank you so much Dr. Dabo & company, I am so grateful for your service! read more

Dr. Dabo has been wonderful. If it's an emergency, which most doctor visits are, he can always find a time to see you that day. He even came in on a Sunday to see my son who had a terrible earache. I cannot say enough good things about him. He is the doctor that should be the model for all others. read more

I just found this doctor and couldn't be happier. The doctor is really laid back and makes you feel really comfortable. He really wants to help you. The office is super laid back with weird hookah music playing, very different, but cool. I didn't have insurance and it was relatively cheap compared to other places. read more

Both the doctor and receptionist were very helpful and friendly. Even set up a free consultation for the acupuncturist

I would not recommend this doctor. I was wrongly overdosed with thyroid medication which has led to a series of other health issues.