Not only is Dr. Thomas Yadegar kind, empathetic and responsive, his entire office is a pleasure to deal with. Both Dr. Yadegar and his office are outstanding communicators that handle things sensitively and in a timely manner. I highly recommend this doctor. read more

brought my mother here to see dr yadegar after her hospital visit in december. The check in process wasn't the most pleasant at the beginning...we waited about 20 minutes before being roomed, but once we got in it went smoothly and staff was kind. We were very happy with the physician assistant, nelly. She was warm, professional, and attentive. She took her time to review every concern we had about my mother's CT scan in the hospital and explained everything in a way that was easy to understand. Thanks to her treatment plan, my mother's breathing has improved significantly. Her knowlege made the experience comfortable for my family. We also got to meet Dr. Yadegar at the end, who was extremely professional and very reassurring read more

If you seek to have communication from your Dr., you will not get it from Dr.Yadegar. If you seek a modicum of empathy, you will not get it either. If you wish to wait for 4 days for a call back, that you will get. If you wish to wait 2 days for and overdue scheduled call, you will get that. If you want to waste months drilling down on your issue, you will get that as well. After months of ridiculous sputum tests, where candida was discovered, I had to literally beg him for a prescription to treat it! And then there were the office visits for meaningless appointments where the 'Dr.'s Assistant' fumbled around to take my vitals and answer no questions. More ins billing! No focus on my issue. After a procedure, he literally gave me a 'post it' with the a drawing and the name of a generic fungus. A friend who had had a similar experience warned me-he was correct. The office is run by a team of very young and inexperienced people, sitting-eyes glued to their computer screens-who offer no eye contact or courtesy. After intense frustration, it became increasingly clear, Dr.Yadegar didn't care and I was to receive no solution. Fortunately, i found an outstanding pulmonologist with whom i have the utmost trust and I am in the solution. We looked at reports together, he took time to explain and practices medicine with communication and empathy, while applying years of expertise. Do your research people. read more

Was about to read a review and discovered this one which basically described the same experience my wife had: If you seek to have communication from your Dr., you will not get it from Dr.Yadegar. If you seek a modicum of empathy, you will not get it either. If you wish to wait for 4 days for a call back, that you will get. If you wish to wait 2 days for and overdue scheduled call, you will get that. If you want to waste months drilling down on your issue, you will get that as well. After months of ridiculous sputum tests, where candida was discovered, I had to literally beg him for a prescription to treat it! And then there were the office visits for meaningless appointments where the 'Dr.'s Assistant' fumbled around to take my vitals and answer no questions. More ins billing! No focus on my issue. After a procedure, he literally gave me a 'post it' with the a drawing and the name of a generic fungus. A friend who had had a similar experience warned me-he was correct. The office is run by a team of very young and inexperienced people, sitting-eyes glued to their computer screens-who offer no eye contact or courtesy. After intense frustration, it became increasingly clear, Dr.Yadegar didn't care and I was to receive no solution. Fortunately, i found an outstanding pulmonologist with whom i have the utmost trust and I am in the solution. We looked at reports together, he took time to explain and practices medicine with communication and empathy, while applying years of expertise. Do your research people. read more

My wife and I (Yakov Krendel) have been patients of Dr. Yadegar for many years. All these years, the Doctor has been, so to speak, guarding our health. We came to our Doctor with various serious medical problems. But with Dr. Yadegar, nothing is scary! And today we would like to once again express our gratitude and admiration to our beloved Doctor! The fact is that on March 28th of this year, I fell on the street, seriously injuring myself. As a result, by nightfall I was taken to the Emergency Room and then to Providence Cedars Sinai Tarzana Medical Center. In the morning, I could not believe my eyes: in front of me was Dearest Dr. Yadegar! His kindest eyes, his smile - that was what I needed most at that moment! Later, visiting me repeatedly, Dr. Yadegar monitored my health, supervised examinations and my treatment! I've been home for over a week now and I feel fine! For all this, for participation, attention, energy, for the exceptional care, for the highest professionalism, my family and I are infinitely grateful to the Dear Doctor and Wonderful Person, Dr. Yadegar! We sincerely, with all our hearts, recommend Dr. Yadegar to everyone! read more

Very disappointed in this Pulmonologist visit for my elderly mom. Sloppy and very low tech breathing tests (completely agree with reviewer below) performed by what seemed a student or some type of inexperienced assistant. Dr saw her only briefly. Most disturbing was that the whole office seemed unclean and rundown. Quite shabby and depressing. I hear he's a fine doctor but he really needs to upgrade his office, staff etc. read more

My experience here was questionable start to finish. I went in to get a specialists opinion regarding my annual bronchitis. I was hoping a pulmonologist would shed some light on how to treat active symptoms and prevent long term damage. Not only did the provider (one of Dr. Yadegar's PAs) provide no insight or possible explanation, the tests they ordered (performed in office) were sloppy and unnecessary. It seemed they only did them to charge my insurance. The Spirometry test repeatedly reported "invalid result" until the technician who was a raspatory student left the room only to return and claim that the test was successful. The Pulmonary stress test was performed with an ordinary puls oximeter on my finger and constituted me walking leisurely up and down the hall while they monitor my O2 saturation and pulse. Their pulseox was reading 140 BPM about 10 min into the test. My smart watch however listed 86 bpm. I INISTED THEIR EQUIPMENT WAS FAULTY until they replaced it and the numbers began to synchronize in the 85 to 95 range. The test only lasted a few min after the oximeter was replaced. read more

Truly an extraordinary Pulmonologist. Cares so much about how you feel because he really doesn't want anyone to suffer. He understands how not breathing is so horrific. Recommend this Doctor from beginning to end. read more

Great pulmonologist, super thorough and caring about his patients.I Highly recommend to anyone seeking a compassionate provider who is present and kind. Both of my parents go to him as patients. read more

The doctor was very nice but his office is in disarray. There seems to be a problem actually talking to someone in the office. First the phone is answered by someone in Asia and then she connects you to the front desk. Phone rings 8-10 times then they hang up on you. This has happened several times. Wish the doctor would get his office staff in shape and spend the money to have the proper people answer his phones. read more

Apparently, the air I was breathing in Manhattan, NY, (close to world trade center) for 2 years after 9/11 happened, made my inside body gravely ill, my doc's agreed (almost in unison) "Move out of NY NOW!" Long story short, husband, puppy and I moved to Encino immediately, and just as quickly found Doctors. Seriously, if you want help from one of the most innovative and knowledgeable minds in the field of lungs, it's Dr. S. THOMAS YADEGAR. Ask google, there are even TV clips. Or check his Covid up-to-date info site: https://www.thomasyadegarmd.com/ What about the staff interactions and the "feel" of the offices? Amazingly, they echo the compassion and kindness emanating from Dr. Yadegar. My experience through the years with this medical practice is that I matter to them and they always go that extra mile for me. read more

Dr. Yadegar saved my dad's life. After almost a year of being cautious, my father unexpectedly contracted covid-19. Due to his age and other underlying health issues we took things very seriously, but when his primary care physician could not be bothered to return calls in a timely manner or take the severity of his symptoms seriously, we reached out to Dr. Yadegar for advice. This was the best thing we could have ever done. The long duration and secondary infection my father faced makes me certain that it was the advice and care of Dr. Yadegar saved his life. Dr. Yadegar and his staff are professional, considerate, and caring. They knew how to care for my father when his own primary care physician insisted on acting like he only had the mild flu. Thank you Dr. Yadegar and Katherine for everything that you do. You impact lives past those of your patients and we are so grateful. read more

I had an appointment with Dr. Yadegar on 01/18/23, first time ever seeing a pulmonologist or ever needing one really. I have not stopped coughing since October (right after having a mild case of Covid). Then it just got worse and worse, I couldn't breathe well, quite difficult and after a few trips to the Urgent care gave me multiple drugs to treat the symptoms. I received mild relief and as soon as the medications were done, boom, everything came back, cough, running nose, fogginess. This was maddening and repeated itself 3 times. Until Dr, Yadegar. From the moment I called, everyone and I mean everyone ~ they cared about ME! I felt it. I truly felt they wanted me to be better and they were determined to get to the bottom of it. I feel I'm on my way. They didn't have an opening (this was the 4th pulmonologist I called and they're all booked for 4 months out). So concerned, the receptionist put me on hold and asked if I could come at 8AM the next Wednesday (yes!) that the doctor would come in early. I was like WOW. They had all the ore paperwork via email and ordered a chest X-ray to make this appointment easier. The doctor and staff were so very thorough and prepared in this appointment. I too was prepared, I made a chronological list of everything I had done and all medications I had taken, doctor said they were all wrong and put me on the right dosages and ordered a CT scan (never had one of those before) and return in two weeks with a better "diagnosis" and plan moving forward. I knew it the day after I took the new meds that I was on the right track, felt so much better and feel I'm getting better every day. What an experience, from the front office staff all the way to the PA (she's amazing) to the doctor, all without a doubt the best visit I've ever had to a doctors office. Office is super clean and efficient and easy parking/location in Tarzana. read more

I was diagnosed with severe sleep apnia. Dr. Yadegar took care of me, Rx'ed me with a APAP machine, and I feel like a new person. THANK YOU DOCTOR !! read more

I was diagnosed with COVID-19 in November of 2020. Since I have a history of asthma, I was very scared and anxious about the unknowns of what was going to happen to me. During the time when I had to quarantine and was not able to be with my family or loved ones, Dr. Yadegar and his team were there for me every step of the way. I am very thankful that during the many uncertainties and unknowns, Dr. Yadegar was by my side to answer all my questions, address my concerns, and guide me through the most difficult time of my life. Thank you, Dr. Thomas Yadegar and team, I truly appreciate all you have done for me. read more

Dr yadegar is the kindest most wonderful doctor I have ever had in my 87 years! I have COPD multiple sclerosis, Parkinsons disease and a severe heart conditions n that needs surgery now. Dr Yadegar has been my dr first 10 years. Compassionate, kind and super smart! I love and recommend him highly! He has saved my life. read more

Doctor yadegar is amazing he was right about his diagnosis and always gave the right solution would highly recommend him. His staff was very polite very young and energetics. The whole office had a great vibe I made you feel at home. His location has plenty of parking and centralize the medical area. read more

I had a medical emergency, and Dr. Yadegar and his office staff got me in within a few hours, had me scheduled for all the tests I needed, and fully squared away within 48 hours. Dr. Yadegar is kind, knowledgeable and attentive... he really spent the time trying to understand and solve the issue. I was never rushed, he followed up, and simply put, he's a top notch doc. As a healthcare provider myself, I really appreciated the degree and seriousness with which he took to the case. Thank you! read more

the doctor is very good but the office is a nightmare to the point that i stop calling and i am looking for another specialist. yes that bad. you can call them for hours, days and weeks and no one picks up and no answering service. i had to have him change something in my prescription given to me more than 2 months ago and still not able to talk to someone to his office. bye bye. good luck for all other patients. read more

I knew in the middle of this pandemic it was going to be hard to find a pulmonologist that can see me for post COVID symptoms that were lingering. Since the majority are dealing with COVID patients. I contacted Dr. Yadegar's office, and Wendy (very sweet and helpful) had me send over my Chest X-ray for review. They had me scheduled within 2 weeks for a consult with Dr. Yadegar!!!! Consult went very well and he decided he needed to see me so 2 days later I had my first office visit with him. He gave me an inhaler and neubulizer treatment and thank god that did it for me!!!!!! My shortness of breath and cough is 90% better. What I love about him also is FOLLOW UP! He follows up with his patients and doesn't leave you stranded in the dark! Kudos to the male nurse that helped me out in office, he is super nice!!!!!! read more

Dr. Yadegar is simply amazing! When I was diagnosed with DOVID-19 Dr. Yadegar was absolutely instrumental in my recovery. Besides the fact that he is extremely knowledgeable, he is also very comforting. I contacted Dr. Yadegar a few days after my symptoms started and got substantially worse. He knew exactly what steps I needed to make a full recovery. It is because of him I found out early that I had pneumonia in both lungs, I did not feel it yet, and we were able to treat all my symptoms in time. I am beyond grateful for everything Dr. Yadegar has done for me. I highly recommend Dr. Yadegar for his professionalism, knowledge, abilities, and his warm heart. read more

When I had COVID-19, Dr. Yadegar took much better care of me than my own primary care physician. He listened to my concerns, gave me advice, and took my personal situation into consideration when giving me a game plan. I believe he saved my life because even with his cutting edge treatments and advice of getting BamLam antibody infusion, I still ended up with covid-19 related pneumonia, but because of Dr. Yadegar's intervention it was mild enough that I was able to stay home for the entire duration and escape hospitalization. When my fever persisted after 14 days of having Covid-19, my primary physician advice was to take Tylenol, but because of Dr.Yadegar and his assistant Kathrine, I was sent to get chest X-Ray and blood work to find that I actually had early stage Pneumonia. He is not only the best doctor, he is also a very caring human being. I highly recommend Dr. Yadegar. His staff, especially Katherine his assistant, are absolutely amazing. They are kind and committed. Thank you for saving my life. read more

Dr. Yadegar saved my life and I am forever indebted to him. My Oxygen level had dropped below 90 and he admitted me into the hospital. He provided me with exceptional medical care and whatever he did, he turned me around. Within 2 days I was breathing great again. I am normal now, and do not know what I can do to return the favor to him read more

Dr. Yadegar is an exceptional doctor. He is knowledgeable, compassionate and listens to what you have to say. I feel well taken care of as his patient. He is dedicated to healing and I am so grateful I have him as my doctor. Wendy and the entire staff couldn't be better. I highly recommend Dr. Yadegar. read more

I have been a patient of Dr. Yadegar's for 18 years. He is an excellent pulmonologist who listens attentively and provides thoughtful, individualized care. He is readily available when you need him. The office staff is warm and helpful, the offices are attractive and clean, and appointments run on time. I am so grateful for Dr. Yadegar. I rely on him to help me keep my lungs as healthy as possible, and he has never let me down. read more

There are times you walk into an office or place of business in general, and you immediately realize that you will be in good hands. That is the case with Dr. Yadegar and his amazing staff. For better or for worse, I have been to many doctor's offices, both in Europe and in the States and I have rarely seen such a cohesive, professional, friendly and caring staff. Grace, Ruby, Reita, Joey and Shannon are simply amazing. And then there is Dr. Yadegar himself. Can't say enough good things about this physician. He is young but exudes the same wisdom, knowledge and above all, care that the family doctors of old had and that many doctors today sorely lack. He is caring, thorough, friendly and professional. We met him just recently but I am so impressed that I am taking another family member to see him soon. If you need to see a pulmonologist, you should go see Dr. Yadegar and his staff. You won't regret it. read more

Dr. Yadegar has the best combination of a good bedside manner and in- depth knowledge of medical practices. He gave me expert care, but was also a comforting presence when I was having respiratory issues. He is incredibly professional and I would turn to him for all of my medical needs if I could. He works tirelessly with all of his COVID patients in the hospital, but never makes you feel like he doesn't have time for you. He is a life saver and a kind person. I can't express my gratitude for him enough. read more

I have been a patient of Dr Yadegar for many years. He is kind, listens to your concerns and is an excellent physician. Additionally I have found his office staff to be very helpful. read more

My 78-year-old mother sees Dr. Yadegar for her COPD. Typically reluctant to seek medical help, my mom looks forward to her visits with Dr. Yadegar and follows his directions to the detail. She is normally a challenging patient but Dr. Yadegar is patient, kind and thorough with her. He convinced her to regularly attend rehab appointments and provides information in simple terms on the most recent research to treat her condition. Our family feels very confident that she is in great hands with Dr. Yadegar. We cannot recommend him highly enough. read more

Dr. Yadegar is a wonderful doctor. He really cares about the patient and is always there to answer any questions. He never rushes through an appointment and genuinely cares how the patient is doing. He is the best doctor and pulmonologist! read more

I am very fortunate to know Dr Yadegar, so when I contracted COVID-19 myself, it was Dr. Yadegar I immediately turned to. He guided my wife in May 2020 when her father contracted COVID in the very early stages. When really nobody knew much about COVID, Dr. Yadegar was the calming professional voice we needed by our side. He works tirelessly responding to all our Covid related questions. He is one of the few doctors who treats each patient individually monitoring their symptoms and adjusting their treatments. He is on the cutting edge of understanding how this virus reacts to all ages and ethnicities. He has a great bedside manner & always takes the time to keep us informed. There is no "one treatment for all" and Dr. Yadegar explains which treatment may work the best. We are very grateful and consider ourselves lucky to find such a highly professional physician. His staff and especially Shannan were very courteous pleasant & professional to deal with. You would be in good hands with Dr. Yadegar and his team. read more

I have been a patient of the office for over 7 years. Last year, my Doctor retired, and I chose to see Dr. Yadegar, his associate. Dr Yadegar is exceptionally knowledgeable, and personable. He listened to all my concerns and questions, and taking enough time, answered them all. As an aside, the office staff is professional and helpful. read more

One of the things I love about Dr. Yedegar is how he takes care of his patients. Always checking up, checking in and making sure you're okay. He takes care of you like family. He knew exactly what to do with my husband and made sure he would be okay. I had a relief knowing my husband was in the care of Dr. Yedegar. I can go on and on but just want to say THANK YOU for everything you did to take care of my husband While he had covid. read more

Where can I begin, to describe the exceptional care I received from Dr. Thomas Yadegar? I have been a patient of Dr. Yadegar's for many years because of my Adult-Onset Asthma. And most recently contracted Covid as a frontline caregiver. It was an 8 month long recovery due to my Asthma and Dr. Yadegar was always a phone call away. He is such a genuine, compassionate doctor. It gave me peace of mind to know he was in charge of my care. I always felt safe even when I couldn't breathe. There are not enough words to show my gratitude to him and his team for helping me through my recovery. I am forever grateful for his empathy and genuine concern for my health. He goes above and beyond with his extraordinary care for his patients. Being a physician is his true calling and Dr. Yadegar's patients are well served as a result! :) read more

Dr. Yadegar made me feel so confident about taking an infusion during my week of the covid virus. I had 100 questions and he didn't rush me or make me feel stupid. He built my confidence and made me a stronger person. Character counts. Thankful he had the time to help me though a very difficult moment in my life. read more

Extremely caring, knowledgeable, professional, dependable, everything a patient can ask for in a doctor. Doctor Yadegar helped extend my late father's life and recently helped my wife and I through a COVID health scare. He is a good as they come. read more

TOP NOTCH PULMONOLOGIST. I'm surprised Dr. Yadegar does not have more 5-star reviews, but here is mine. I scarcely give five stars to anybody, but I am more than happy with his level of service, friendliness, knowledge, patience, and respect toward his patients. I was referred to him after doing an overnight sleep study to see if I had more than snoring to worry about. Sure enough, my body was unable to fall into deep sleep due to dozens of "apneas" (when your breathing starts and stops). Over 30 is severe, and I had close to 50! No wonder I felt sleepy during the day! No wonder I dozed off while driving! No wonder I'd fall asleep two seconds after going to bed! MY BODY WAS EXHAUSTED! Dr. Yadegar analyzed my sleep study, made some calls, and hooked me up with a CPAP machine to help me breathe at night while sleeping. I've used that machine like clockwork from the very first night UPS sent it to me. Not only have I stopped snoring, but now I sleep with less than 5 apneas! My body and brain have finally gotten the rest they deserve. Deep, comfortable, sweet sleep. Guess what? I don't yawn 30 times during the day anymore, feel drowsy when I drive, fall asleep at my desk at work, or go to bed at 7:30pm! Sac up, strap up, and start sleeping for real. Big THANKS to Dr. Yadegar. U DA MAN! read more