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The Novus Center

4.4 (71 reviews)
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Photo after 5th PRP procedure September 27th, 2021

I went in to the Novus center because my hairline was starting to recede badly. I was tired of putting topical drops on my head twice a day and was looking for a permanent solution. The Novus center offers PRP injections for your hair. I purchased the full package, 4 prp procedures (2 free procedures if you aren't satisfied with results), including pills, topical hair drops, and a red light helmet. They took the plasma from my blood and injected the plasma into the top of my head where hair was thinning. The process was painful but the staff were always friendly. Jada was usually the one working with me, and she was always a joy to speak to. Stephanie would check in with me as well to see how my process was coming along and had a wonderful charisma to her. The gentleman who held the consultation had answered all of my questions thoroughly as well. After the first month I thought things were going well, I used the helmet three times a week, took the pills daily as well as applied drops. But after 3 procedures, I was starting to become skeptical. I had lost more hair than when I started but they said this was normal, the new hair follicles were growing and would take time. I went in for 5 procedures total, but unfortunately my hairline didn't improve as well as I'd hoped. I have had to go back to my original topical hair drop supplier and my hair is starting to grow back again after two months. The PRP procedure may work for you but it unfortunately didn't do much for me. I'm giving three stars for the staff, for they were always friendly and considerate. I just wish the procedure itself would've worked out better because it was a lot of money for me to spend and could've gone toward something else.

This is what the compounding lab Stephanie works for actually charges. They charge 250 for Epitalon.
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So this place is a complete scam, do not at any condition go here. They will do every nonsense procedure on you to steal your money. Not only that, they will overcharge you for the peptides. She tells you that she gives you direct pricing from the compounding labs but she overcharged. I should have known that she was overcharging when she wasn't sending me detailed receipt of every charge. Then on the 22nd, she had her husband call me and racially attack and threaten me when I asked if this was direct pricing. Please stay away from these people. The peptides I could have gotten for 50 bucks they charged me 900. Just think about that. The moral core of these people are gone. Please stay away from them. If you need anything that these people do, better someone else than them. Also the front desk people also admitted they overcharged and said that's what every business does. It's not true there are doctors that don't overcharge like this but most importantly it is important you don't give your details to a company that will harass you later on. I wish I can attach her husband using racial slurs on me. This is some weird culty business run by a family and they do weird nonsense penis enlargement services. They will flood your inbox and phone with weird emails and such. Also Taylor made compounding notified me that this is unacceptable. As a woman- don't go to Stephanie. She fucked my hormones up. I honestly believe she has no idea what she is talking about. Do not trust her opinions, there are so many better knowledgeable doctors out there. I suffered a lot because of Stephanie's weird injections she prescribed for weight loss and now I was notified by a nurse that one of the substance in the injection is banned because it's so bad. Please I know we want to look good but please not at this price, cost and harassment. Ever

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4 months ago

Dr Scott is one of the best urologists. I highly recommend her. She saved me from a bladder problem of two years in one visit.

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1 year ago

Very knowledgeable. Felt very comfortable. Would definitely recommend. All questions answered

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Thanks for your kind words, Chris! So happy we could help.

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Thank you Michelle! So glad we could help.

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3 years ago

Can't say enough nice things about Stephanie and her crew, very pleasant and professional, who knew men need hormonal help too!

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More men need to know! Hormones affect us all, especially as we age.

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Thanks for taking the time to share, Sheri. So glad we could help!

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6 years ago

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7 years ago

Stephanie's knowledge and guidance is like no other place, she is truly amazing!

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We're delighted your Novowave therapy worked so well!

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8 years ago

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Thanks Victoria. We agree... We think Stephanie is the best too!

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Great treated me well made me feel appreciated and welcomed and the procedure was done with care and friendly staff

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Thanks for the kind words Chris!

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Justin Houman, MD

Justin Houman, MD

4.9(70 reviews)
5.8 mi•Beverly Grove

I am incredibly grateful to have found Dr. Justin Houman. After nearly 20 years of recurring…read moretesticular pain and consultations with multiple urologists, I discovered him through extensive research. I ultimately traveled from the East Coast to California specifically to be evaluated by him, and I am very thankful that I made that decision. From the moment I walked into the office, I felt comfortable, respected, and genuinely cared for. Having an all-male staff also made it easier to discuss such personal and sensitive concerns. They easily understood my issue and I appreciated the privacy, professionalism, and dignity I experienced throughout my visit. Dr. Houman is exceptionally knowledgeable, professional, and compassionate. He took the time to truly listen to my concerns and experiences, explained everything clearly, and answered all of my questions without ever making me feel rushed or dismissed. I also appreciated having ultrasound capabilities available in the office, which made the evaluation convenient and efficient. What stood out to me most was the combination of excellent medical care and a welcoming, respectful environment. After dealing with this issue for so many years, it meant a great deal to finally have a physician who took the time to listen carefully and provide thoughtful care. I am extremely grateful for the care I received from Dr. Houman and his entire team. I would sincerely recommend him to anyone looking for a skilled, compassionate, respectful, and trustworthy urologist. Traveling across the country to see him was absolutely worthwhile, and I will continue to see him for my future urological needs.

Dr Houman made the correct diagnosis and treatment almost immediately. Another highly rated…read moreurologist missed it completely and did not help me despite multiple visits. I am a physician and would highly recommend Dr Houman. D H MD

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Joshua R. Gonzalez, MD

Joshua R. Gonzalez, MD

4.5(95 reviews)
6.8 mi•Mid-Wilshire

I have been a patient of Dr. Gonzalez, and I have also continuously referred patients to him for…read morehelp that no other doctor has been able to help with. When I first met him, it was because I had been through months of seeing various providers (OBGYN, GI, primary care) to help identify various hormonal issues I was having, I was told my IUD was ineffective, placed on oral contraceptives, changed oral contraceptives, took my IUD out... all over the place as guesses. When I found Dr. Gonzalez, he knew exactly what had been going on, ran some labs to confirm, and placed me on a treatment that literally solved everything. It took some time, but I saw immediate changes. I have since referred hundreds of patients who come to me with similar issues after going through years of various doctors without help. I cannot express how many times patients tell me how grateful they were to find some direction to their care in helping them get back to normal after years of no answers. He is always professional, has very friendly office staff, and for a specialist in what he does, almost all of my patients are able to be seen within 2 weeks, which is almost unheard of for a specialist, normally people have to wait months. He is also one of the only providers in his field that accept insurance. Anyone suffering from pelvic pain or hormonal imbalances should consider seeing him if they do not want to go years with untrained professionals who almost always make things worse.

The best most informed care delivered with empathy and honesty. The staff - esp Karla and Robert…read moreare beyond excellent - communication compassion information and expertise.

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Michael J Hyman, MD

Michael J Hyman, MD

4.0(64 reviews)
5.8 mi•Encino

How does one write a 5-star review for someone who does a vasectomy procedure? You'd think it'd be…read morean emotional 1-star review. However, I had an amazing experience here compared to my first visit with another Urologist and staff nearby. First, I have to start with Dr. Hyman's staff. My wife who works in medical always says the staff makes the doctor. I can tell you that the office staff, nurses, and assistants here are all amazing. They're very friendly, personable and communicable throughout, always going the extra mile if needed. Second, Dr. Hyman himself is highly energetic ...in a good way. What I mean is that he carries an optimistic personality, speaking with presence and charisma. He always checked if I had any questions, making sure to leave no stone unturned. The day of, I was scared as hell to have this procedure done. But I remember reading somewhere, "doesn't it make more sense to unload the gun rather than firing at a bulletproof vest?" Based on that, a vasectomy seemed like the most sensible route for me. Plus, I'm doing this for my wife. Who could say no to that? We discussed all the options, and my choice of offering a vasectomy seemed like the least invasive. So I manned up and braved the elements. That being said, the elements were hardly elements at all. I thought he wasn't done numbing me up, when he said out loud he was half way done. I replied, "half way numbing?!" And he responded, "no, I'm in. We're halfway done." I was surprised considering I hardly felt anything other than the first needle stick to numb me up. I even heard from others about a little pulling and hardly felt that too. I was in and out in no time, and was able to drive myself home. I'm currently typing this from bed the day after. A psychological part of me feels like I should be hurting, but I honestly feel pretty great. I'm pretty much only taking Tylenol for pain and it's minimal. Basically, if anyone were to ever (oddly enough) ask me about where to get this procedure done, it'd be hands-down with Dr. Hyman. It was easy with little (and I mean very little) pain or discomfort. From the office staff to the doctor, you really couldn't ask for better than this.

OK, I had to worst experience today, attempting to go to my appointment with Dr. Hyman…read moreI plugged in the correct address on my GPS yet I parked in the paying parking, it was the wrong building (went all the way up at the eighth floor with my walker since I'm disabled and found out and it was the wrong building‼ When I call the doctor office the male receptionist was not really able to give me good directions to get to their building. Mind you this is quite a ways from my house and I had to drive back-and-forth in the commuting morning traffic for nothing! It's very frustrating After I finished with this review, I started reading all their reviews and about 70% of these reviews have a complaint about the receptionist or the stuff ! Dr. Hyman needs to revisit this because it really is a reflection on him Personally, he lost me as a patient, and I am trying to find another Urologist doctor

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Southern California Urology Institute - We always offer nitrous gas for any in office procedures!

Southern California Urology Institute

4.7(245 reviews)
14.2 mi•West Hills

Pure professionalism. Dr. Bellman's office was top notch from start to finish. Portraying their…read morevasectomy as needleless scalpel-less was all it took for me to schedule my consultation. Dr. Bellman made it a point to explain the procedure, walk through the paperwork, and explain the ins and outs of the procedure. The office staff, without pressure, allowed me to schedule at my leisure and requested date. The procedure itself was a quick and painless. Myself, opted in for the nitrous as a precaution, but before I knew it Dr. Bellman had completed his work and I was on the road to recovery. I have had no pain, iced for only the first two days, and needed no Tylenol. Procedure was done at 4:30p on a Thursday. I took Friday off as a precaution - but honestly could've come back to the office Friday. Kudos to the entire team for taking an uncomfortable (no pun intended) conversation/procedure and making it an experience worth recommending to anybody considering having it done. Cheers Dr. Bellman and Staff!

I had a really good experience with Dr. Bellman and his staff. The whole office is very…read moreprofessional, but at the same time they make you feel comfortable right away, which isn't always the case at medical offices. From the front desk to the back office, everyone was polite, respectful, and on top of everything. They explained things clearly, stayed organized, and made the whole process feel smooth and stress-free. Overall, it just felt like a well run office with people who actually care about what they're doing and how their patients feel. Definitely recommend.

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Minh Mach, MD

Minh Mach, MD

3.0(35 reviews)
2.5 mi

I have been seeing Dr Mach for over a year now. His staff is courteous and friendly. The facility…read moreis clean. And Dr Mach himself is friendly and professional. He has always gone over all my lab work with me and explained what all the numbers mean. He has given me multiple treatment options and discussed in detail with me so that I may choose the best option I feel comfortable with. His facility was able to do my bloodwork and ultrasound all on the same day, which is awesome. Parking was simple. Overall a great experience. I am truly happy with him and his staff!

My mother and I are both patients of Dr. Mach, and we truly appreciate the care he provides. He is…read moreknowledgeable, compassionate, and always takes the time to listen to our concerns. We have complete confidence in him as our endocrinologist. Unfortunately, our experiences with the office manager, Debbie, have been very disappointing. She has consistently been dismissive, disrespectful, and lacking compassion when communicating with us. One example involved my mother's care. When Dr. Mach recommended that she switch to a new insulin pump, Debbie told my mother not to do it, which was confusing and seemed to contradict the doctor's recommendation. In my own case, I requested that the office submit a new insurance authorization. Debbie repeatedly told me it would be denied and refused to process it. I explained that, even if it were denied, I needed the denial so I could file an appeal with my insurance company. Despite that, she still refused. I eventually contacted my medical plan myself, worked through the process, and was able to get the authorization approved without the office's help. Managing a chronic medical condition is stressful enough, and patients should be treated with respect and compassion. My interactions with Debbie have consistently left me feeling frustrated and anxious. The contrast between the excellent care provided by Dr. Mach and the experience with the office staff is significant. We truly value Dr. Mach and would like to continue receiving our care from him. However, the ongoing issues with the office management have made us consider finding another endocrinologist. I hope this feedback is taken seriously so future patients have an experience that reflects the quality of care Dr. Mach provides.

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