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Irvine Pediatrics
16300 Sand Canyon Ave, Num 811, [at Alton Pkwy]
Irvine, CA 92618
Phone: (949) 753-9000
Hours: M-F 8-5
Services:
Pediatricians
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Pediatricians
Review added 5/6/2008
I wish I had something good to say about the doctors but we never got to see one. My sick two-year-old son (fever over 103) and I were refused treatment at the clinic since he was not an "established" patient. We came in during their open hours (8 – 9 am) designed for walk-ins for sick children but I was told that the privilege to see a doctor without an appointment is for current patients and not for new patients. I explained that the doctor is within our insurance network and even offered to pay cash for the visit but the nurse would not budge, rudely dismissed us and turned my sick boy away. Her explanation was that the paperwork takes too long to process. The doctor would not see us unless we scheduled an appointment for a much later time. Last I checked health care providers were supposed to look after the well being of patients (yes even the new ones) and not the inconvenience of processing paper work. We just recently moved to the area and this was a very unpleasant experience. I don't believe that the treatment we received was ethical and would not recommend the clinic.
Review added 4/17/2008
My son's regular pediatrician at Irvine Pediatrics is Dr. Tse and he has seen a few of the other doctors there too - they all give great service and the staff too. I appreciate the separate well and sick waiting rooms in both of their office locations in the same building.
Review added 7/17/2007
I can't even tell you how fabulous Dr. Gan is. She is always great with the kids, very knowledgeable, and honest. The best part is she is she is the mother of three and realistic when she gives you directions, ideas, information. When ever the kids get sick, she is always available, even though she works part time! I think only once have I had to see a different dr. and we've been going there for 5 years with 3 different kids. I see her more than I see my friends sometimes. She also does ear piercing, so I never had to take my girls to that place in the mall! I also really love that they are open on Saturday mornings. The wait is usually not to bad if you have an appointment.
Review added 9/25/2005
In general, I'm happy with this office. Dr. Galang is very nice, spends as much time with you as you need and is very caring. The wait time can be terrible. I've waited as long as an hour for our well baby check up. On the other hand, whenever my baby has been sick, I've been able to get in that day, Saturdays included. Really my only complaint is the long wait. Another bonus is the separate well and sick child waiting rooms. I do like that!
Review added 9/7/2005
Dr. Downes is an excellent doctor. The practice has doctors who are moms themselves so they know what parents need.
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