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As a current student at Platt, there have been two things that have really stuck out to me about this college. A big thing I've enjoyed and really noticed at Platt is how incredibly passionate about teaching and the subjects they teach the teachers are. They genuinely care about each and every student and only want what is best for each of us. The teachers also all have industry experience and are only want to teach the most up to date and important stuff to help students succeed after graduation. Another thing I have truly enjoyed about Platt is the family atmosphere the school has. Everyone is always willing to help everyone and the school has a very laid back atmosphere. Despite this though, the school finds ways to push you harder than you've probably ever been pushed. I've learned an incredible amount of valuable knowledge about not just what I'm studying, but also about the industry and life in general. I have attended community college, and a big state school (Ball State) besides Platt and of the three Platt is my favorite, the state school I felt like I was just another student, I meant nothing to the teachers, at community college, the teachers were passionate but they lacked the proper funding to provide us with the proper equipment necessary. Platt provides all the equipment I need to succeed, and the teachers all know my name and make me feel important. This is why I would recommend Platt to anyone interested in the fields of Digital Media and Design.Sean Hunsche

Filmmaking finally feels accessible to me because of Platt College!! I am a Digital Media major focused on video production. Platt took all of my previous credits and is a veteran friendly school that offers a full time, yet flexible schedule. Platt uses hands-on learning to teach editing software like Premiere Pro and After Effects, but also gives students access to industry standard production equipment like a sound recording booth, a green screen room, and an entire equipment room. Each class focuses on the student building a portfolio. I now know how to create amazing special effects and my own industry level sound. And let’s talk about the campus! It’s small, easy to navigate, and parking is ample around the school when the lot is full. The campus has a cool vibe, it’s comfortable, tons of bathrooms, vending machines, and an open door policy with an amazing staff that cares about each student. Seriously, the school director has come to the screening of all of my class’s films! Not to mention the school always does cool, fun little things for holidays. We had a costume contest where winners won ACTUAL CASH, and a Valentine’s Day raffle with doughnuts! I’m so glad I found Platt. It’s a good school that gives you the tools and knowledge to achieve your dreams. I’ll catch you in the credits. Kimmy JusticeKimberly Justice

I had a great experience at this school, taking home my Associate and Bachelor Degree in three years time! This review though isn't going to be about the school but about a very special person named Celi Yankajtis, Career Services Director. Celi, along with all my teachers, have helped me become successful. Celi, in particular though, has helped me land TWO jobs. One for a startup app company and another recently at a local web marketing firm. I cannot thank her enough for the dedication and care she has for the students and their success. She truly loves her job and truly cares, the proof is with Alumni like myself. She continuously posts job openings in the schools career services job board and always goes above and beyond to help students find work, especially for those students who show the desire to succeed. I warn you though, DO NOT WASTE this woman's time! She truly is there for all the students but if you don't show effort yourself then you are wasting her time which she could be spending on students who want to succeed. Thank you Celi for being an amazing student advocate!!!G

I heard that USD is an excellent private university. They have highly accredited teaching, law, technology, language, environmental and psychology schools, as well as a number of others. I also heard that their physical education school is quite good. USD is one of our nation's top rated colleges in regards to higher education and just to get admitted, you must score fairly high on the SAT ( Taking the ACT can always helps too ) and presenting the admissions evaluation committee with a high school GPA that shows that you were in the top percentile of your graduating class is very beneficial; it also helps to have done some volunteer work and to have been on at least one or two high school committees. All of these combined together should help you gain admission to USD. This college is quite competitive-as are most of our best colleges nowadays. Most of USD's professors are seasoned-the best in our country-and very demanding; graduating in four years means a lot of hard work and can be a wearisome task and often taking a couple of summer session classes or a class or two during Christmas break can help one graduate within this time scale. They do offer scholarships however, these are difficult to get and student loans ( Federal Educational Grants can easily surpass fifty-thousand dollars a year! USD's tuition is at the high end of the scale, especially if you live off of campus ( The City of San Diego is amongst the ten highest priced "cost of living" metropolitan areas in the USA ). There are hundreds of nice condominiums, townhouses and apartments within the surrounding area however, the rental rates for a one to four bedroom unit start at about $900 to $1200 per room ( living together ) per month or about $2200 for a two bedroom townhouse/apartment, to $3500+ for a three to four bedroom ; I'm just giving you a general idea…it's a might expensive to live anywhere in San Diego. USD has many of the most beautifully designed buildings in San Diego; architectural masterpieces. Tourists who come to visit San Diego often include this private university in their sightseeing itinerary, as the photographic opportunities around this campus are simply marvelous; especially on a clear winter day from about early afternoon to sunset. They have a small visitors center, as you drive through their main entrance center and if you get lost, you should stop and ask a couple of students and they may be able to help you? There's a lot to see, including San Diego's famed Tecalote State Park, which lies just below the north side of this university.charles chiles

The campus is pretty. The teachers, at least those who are fluent in English, are mediocre, and those whose English language skills are very poor, are token so this campus can brag about being diverse. The dorms are so noisy that it is impossible to do any work in one's own room or get any sleep before 3 a.m. The people responsible for policing the dorms are too lazy and callously indifferent to do anything, and no matter how many complaints are made, it is a nightmare to live in the dirty, smelly and horribly noisy dorms. The religious classes, which are mandatory, are a total waste of time and not based on any accurate facts or historical accuracy. The head of the Student Health Center is dishonest and harmful, willing to smear any student she takes a hatred to. There are no responsible administrative officers to be found if you have a problem. This is not the place if you care about getting a solid and admirable education.Susan Lea

The University accepted my son to the credential program August 2011. After 2 years and more than $32000 in tuition he is not being allowed to do his student teaching because, in the opinion of some professors, he lacks the skills they require. These professionals (who demand that the credential candidates be able to reach and teach all students no matter what their learning styles or disabilities) should be knowledgeable enough to bring out the best in a young man who has wanted to be a teacher since in the seventh grade he was chosen by his teacher to tutor other students in reading. The professionals who are standing in the way of his dream need to evaluate their own teaching. What did they do to ensure my son's success in their program? What can they teach others when they themselves have failed as teachers?Mark Leonard

I'd like to think that because of Covid, there is a lack of help from this college. I have been trying my very best for the last month to do everything myself without the help from any employees at this college. I have not been contacted regarding how to get enrolled, registered, what classes I need, financial aid, etc. I have been struggling since I have submitted my application to this college. You basically have to figure out everything on your own which isn't hard for me to do because I was walked through the steps from my previous college who actually took the time to help me out. While I understand quite a few things, there are some things that I don't understand and that I have questions about but getting into contact with anyone at this college is very difficult. Even through emails, no one responds. This college lacks the skill for helping their future students. I believe that I have done everything necessary in order to be a student but getting in touch with a counselor is the biggest problem. Making an appointment with a counselor via zoom, is quite a struggle and I have messaged quite a few employees at the college but yet, I still haven't received any responses. I am about to give up and just try somewhere else although this college is very convient for me, it's not worth the struggle and hassle at this point. 😔Mary McDonald

Great atmosphere. Their financial aid office needs help though. I started my fasfa around May and I'm trying to get in for the fall. I sat down with the students that help you with the fasfa form online so I don't do it wrong. I had to wait for them to approve it. They told me to bring my parents IRS info, even though I used the retrieval tool. I had to do a dependent verification form. Turned in copies of those. Then asked for my W-2. Then they asked for another verification form. Just constantly asking me for things I turned in. It sometimes takes them weeks to let you know what's next. So I learned the hard way the previous year that they ask for these forms every semester. They didn't tell me until I was applying for another semester. First year student trying to figure them out. I lived in El Cajon when they were asking for forms making this process extra annoying. Apparently they had to restart the process for the new semester. Don't ask me why but this is the most annoying part of school. I advise making multiple copies of whatever they ask for IRS FORMS, W-2, AND TAX INFO. They'll ask for it next semester and start it months before to avoid lines. I'm grateful there is a financial office though or school would be ROUGH! Thank you. EDIT: THEY MOVED TO A 270PERSONAL

City College is represented by the San Diego transit people, MTS, as City College Trolley Station, a cave, possibly Plato's, remarkable for grime and an expansive range of social behaviors not common in the quiet halls of ivy and higher education. The City College Trolley Station, is, of course, the gateway of San Diego's always expanding skidrow that could be seen as starting here and continuing to 25th and Commercial. San Diego and the real estate community promotes skidrow as being the East Village, but it's not really so much a village as it is a refugee camp. And it is getting bigger every day and will one day engulf all of downtown and possibly as far into the neighborhoods as Hillcrest and North Park. City College Trolley Station is what San Diego is becoming, or is, and what could a college want more than to be so inextricably tired to the dramatic representation of San Diego's future , the (San Diego) City College Trolley Station?Range Cow

Two years ago I had the good insight of enrolling in Concorde's PTA program. The program is run by knowledgeable Physical Therapists invested in quality education (Mary, Sam, Laura, Kelly, Dennis). They provided me with the necessary tools to start a new career and enter the work force feeling competent with my skills. The school has a department dedicated to assist graduates find a job, Alvy has personally helped me with this, he even rendered a mock interview so that I would show up to a possible employer as a strong and coherent candidate. Because the program is so well organized (from prerequisites to clinical rotations and even when/how to signing up for your board test!) it is easier to have a balance school/personal life. And when you approach the school, Karl, the security officer at the entrance, is the most welcoming and kind person that will ever open a door for you.Yawi Griffini

My experience at Concorde has truly been astounding. I joined the Medical Assistant program and my teacher Ms Tameka was nothing short of a great instructor. She was very patient, compassionate and dedicated to ensuring that every student learned even if it meant staying late or adapting the way she presented materials.The Financial staff Eva and Peetee were very efficient in handling my paperwork so that I could dedicate my focus to studying and be successful. Upon completion my graduate employment specialist Rocky was a true rockstar. I had no faith in using their services but this guy was very helpful in making sure my resume was top notch and that I was interview ready and confident enough to land jobs and ask for the money I deserved. I am very thankful for all of the staff at Concorde for helping me to be a success in the healthcare field today!Neshia B

I attended Concorde Career College for the Medical Assistant Program and after completing, I am now a graduate!. After completing my externship, Rocky Ramirez who is our graduate employment specialist assisted me with my resume and employment opportunities. Not only was Rocky very helpful but he goes above and beyond on ensuring that his students are fully prepared for the next step. He was always available when I needed his help, always checking in to see how things are going. You can definitely count on him for anything. Thanks to rocky, I am now employed! He surely does the best job with helping each one of his students at Concorde! :)) Thank you again Rocky!!Gabriella De Soto

This review is for the Pharmacy Technician program at the San Marcos, CA campus, taught by Mrs. Becker. I am a graduate and was taught by Mrs. Becker. A 5-star experience. Mrs. Becker is passionate about teaching her profession. She truly cares about her students – she strives to get to know them, understand their strengths and weaknesses, and works with them to get them to success. The class meets for 4 hours per day, 5 days a week in a clean, modern classroom. I found it to be a safe, welcoming, and diverse environment. Really important for me: Mrs. Becker not only has outstanding integrity and professional credentials, but also a sense of humor! An actual pharmacist, who is wonderfully approachable, experienced, and caring, Mrs. Baca, comes in to teach certain classes, and substitutes for Mrs. Becker when needed. Together, they make a great team. A broad range of subject matter is covered, for example, math, law, pharmacology, customer service, and "hands-on" preparation of prescriptions (using mock ingredients of course). The program enabled me to get my state Pharmacy Technician license AND earn a certificate in sterile compounding before I even graduated! If you complete the program, you'll definitely be a competitive candidate in the job marketplace.Charles Griffin

As a former student in PIMA's OTA program, I can say that the OTA students probably have the most fun out of all the programs! The campus is really nice and located next to alot of resturaunts, which made getting lunch easy. Since the campus is fairly new all the OTA equipment is new and in good condition. Additionally, OTA labs were always engaging and applicable when working with actual patients during FW. Classes were a bit fast-paced, however, this is an accelerated program. Additionally, all the instructors were amazing and have great experience within different areas of OT which stood out in their ability to teach certain subjects. They also went out of their way to ensure that every student was successful in this program, which I appreciated. Occupational therapy is an amazing career that is versatile and allows you to specialize in different areas such as neuro, pediatrics, geriatrics, orthopedics, etc. It is a rewarding career that challenges you as a practitioner to think outside the box to ensure the best health outcome for your patients while looking through a holistic lens. If this sounds like a career that you are interested in, I would definitely look into joining PIMA's OTA program.melanie chhea

Currently enrolled in the respiratory therapy program and have had a great experience so far. The instructors go above and beyond to make sure we have what we need, with constant check ins for students. Everyone is there to help, all you need to do is ask and there’s full transparency. I would recommend others to join in getting their healthcare career started. Notably we have instructors that know their stuff and not just that actually care about how we are learning. Amazing so far can’t wait to further my education in this environment. 🙂Sergio Esparza

Pima Medical Institute in Chula Vista, CA has been a great educational experience for me. After completing their Vet Tech program, I feel confident in the skills I have learned & fully prepared to enter the animal medical field with a solid knowledge base. Everyone at the Chula Vista campus have been very helpful & supportive during the ~2 years of my educational path. Specifically, Diane O’Brien, RVT is a well informed instructor who combined professionalism & nerdy humor seamlessly, which made a fast-paced curriculum quite fun for me. I would highly recommend the Pima Medical Institute Vet Tech program to anyone seriously looking to become a Registered Veterinary Technician.Brittany Hughlett

I started school at Pima to do the VA course I give a huge shout out to Ms. Brooks she is amazing she is super knowledgeable and will teach you everything to prepare you for this career. I also give a shout out to Mr. Polanco he was amazing and such a good human being! I am currently in the Vet tech program and O’Brien has been great! She is a good instructor and also a genuine soul and always willing to help. Ms. Brewer has been my favorite she is the school director of the VT program and she is always helpful, respectful and professional. She is also the sweetest person.Vanessa Miranda

Love this school the teachers are amazing, specifically Ms J and Ms Perez in the dental assisting program they have been such a big help for me throughout my schooling here at Pima, they also helped me with my first dental assisting job and I was able to get paid during my extern thanks to them 🙂 I also would like to mention Mrs. Martha she was also very nice to me and helped me with my extern very professional as well. Overall Pima is a great school and if anyone would like to pursue a career in Dental Assisting I would definitely recommend coming here!!Karla San Martin

I have to represent my school! I dont know about the other programs but I finishes the LVN program graduated in Jan. 2015 the nursing department is amazing!! The school really goes above and beyond to train us and give us as much experience as they can. Shout out to Dr. Haney the nursing director!! Love this guy! He is a nurse and guess what also a Physician. We his students couldent be in better hands. Like every school they are not perfect but knowing you have a dedicated and devoted director that is willing to play theory instructor, clinical instructor, and spend his nights and weekends helping you and your education incase his staff fails, thats priceless! He is a role model to all students and staff and proves it if needed. I have the luxury to say a Dr. Was my theory instructor in nursing school and my classmates and I slammed dunked the NCLEX yeeea!! About job hunting I recommend alredy being in the field before you go spend $29k on a program obviously. I was alredy a CNA for 2yrs. And it was easier for me to get a job. Which I got right away by the way! $22/hr start off pay couldent get better for me and my family. I am so thankful to this school. Mr.Lee you are deeply appriciated and loved as well!Carla Espinosa

Staff was very nice. However, the ultrasound program is not accredited. When asked about if and how many students were employed here or near LA after graduation, they only kept saying examples of very few students that got employed in other states and small cities, pretty much anywhere that would overlook the program not being accredited because they needed employees. And even then it took them months to find the job. You can't sit for the ARDMS exam after graduation until after you have a year of full time paid work experience (which will be nearly impossible to find a job with out having done the exam or going to a caheep school.) Do your research please before picking a college for the AAS DMS program. This one wasn't the one for me. I decided to go to an accredited school which was only $1,000 more than WCUI. Worth the money because the school is very nice, modern, and its less of a hassle to sit for the ARDMS exam (which ima able to do quickly with out the paid work experience because of going to an accredited school.)Jennifer Martinez

West Coast Ultrasound Institute has been amazing to me, and every part of my experience they have been positive and given me high confidence that I made the right choice when I picked this school to get my training. The equipment is always available and the staff are super helpful, going above and beyond to help me when I need extra learning, and giving me encouragement when I’m on the right track. Fariba is one of the best teachers I’ve ever had in my life, she knows her stuff! As a lab instructor she is professional, Polite and she has great teaching skills, she cares about her students. When I need help she’s there, in class or out of class. Her instructions are very clear, with her lectures and techniques given to me and the other students to become more efficient sonographers. I know with these facilities and the staff here at WCUI, I’m going to be well prepared for a career in the field. I also just recently passed my SPI board exam. I’m very grateful for My Physics instructor &all the staff here. Thank you to all.Erojas C

The first class I took at ICOHS was parasympathetic massage with Karen Heine Zlatic, a patient, kind holistic health practitioner/teacher. I now think of her as the mother of massage. She is a perfect introduction to this school. Her energy is nurturing and the intention is set. This is a professional school, with heart and soul. The second class was circulatory massage with John Economos, a jovial teacher who starts each class with Brain Gym and leads each class with deep understanding of the body, humor and professionalism. Julia Plunket teaches all kinds of interesting classes on all things nutrition, herbs and supplements. With 40+ years of experience coming through with a clarity and confidence from hands on work helping people correct imbalances naturally, Julia is a wealth of invaluable knowledge. From Hugo Anguiano, I learned an ancient form of Ayurvedic massage. Hugo is a serious teacher with a great big soul that comes through his teachings and one cannot help but feel guided to do their best under his instruction. He offers a variety of modalities and energetic classes that I look forward to learning before my education is complete here. Currently, Martine Melilla is guiding a beautiful seasonal Women's Spiritual Journey. I heard fellow students chatting about her classes well before I experienced one for myself. Her reputation proceeds her. Martine brings an elegant island goddess energy into play. I am fresh out of my first day of this class and I want more. This is going to get good! The administration are competent and spiritual people, as well. Alison was my first point of contact. She always greets you with a great big smile and a hug. Veronica is here making this "house a home" away from home. You often are surprised with healthy snacks and drinks she sets out between classes and if ever you need comfort, a conversation, or to ask a question, Veronica is someone who is eager to help. All over ICOHS, you will find areas where student services has been thinking of some ways to soften the edges. Veronica's a busy bee, always looking to improve the students experience because as she says, "We wouldn't be here without You!". For me, who I share my energy with is important. I have found ICOHS to be a safe place to learn, with instruction and guidance from well educated instructors who are passionate and have time invested in their mode of holistic health. It is easy to feel the excitement the instructors have passing down their knowledge. I had previously attended 800+ hours at another holistic school that I learned so much good stuff from. I came to ICOHS with skepticism about how much more I could possibly learn. I'm thrilled to be getting a deeper knowledge, confidence, and understanding of how the human body works holistically. I am very happy to share this in hopes that we all be so blessed to find a perfect piece to our puzzle.DeAnna Ponder

Extremely friendly institution that has created a community fostered from people who practice holistic health. The atmosphere created by the community is one that is warm and welcoming. I have met many great peers at International College of Holistic Studies. We have bonded over one commonality – holistic living – but have found that there are many more interests that exist outside of our hobbies. Thus, International College of Holistic Studies is more than just an institution, but rather, International College of Holistic Studies has created a community of like-minded individuals that continue to give back. I highly recommend checking out this institution, even if you are not interested in holistic living. There are some really great people here.Brian Biddel

This massage and holistic healing school has been in Pacific Beach since 1989. They are state licensed, GI Bill approved (Vets welcome!). With SEVIS / Homeland Security Approval, they can write M1 Visas for foreign students. Holistic Health Practitioner, Massage Therapist and Massage Practitioner and Nutritional Counselor are only some of the certifications they offer. The massage clinic is run by students and if you want a deal on a massage, this is the place! On Monday evenings they offer free Vet massage and lecture/massage to the public. Check out the web site for current speakers.Andrew Mansker

OMG I am thrilled with my Zoom teeth whitening experience!!! Beyond thrilled!! I have to be honest, I got a little freaked out on my first attempt, I didn’t fully understand the process and it really does take two hours. The technician that took care of me was SO gentle and kind. For gosh sakes, she gave me a bell to “ring” her if I needed her. It takes time to prep you teeth and the time for the gel to do it’s job. I highly recommend you give yourself this amazing gift. Incredible results, incredible service, my teeth look amazing. You deserve it! Treat yourself! White teeth look hot on everyone! Thank you again for giving me beautiful whites for the holidays!!!Lorena Bubel

I’ve been a patient of Dr. Brian’s for several years now. He and his staff have been nothing short of amazing regardless of whether I’m just getting a cleaning, filling, or something more complex. I should mention I have a long history of some pretty complex dental issues. His friendly professional staff put you at ease and make you feel comfortable as soon as you arrive and the care they provide during your visit is unparalleled in my experience. I would highly recommend Torrey Hills Dental for your general needs but especially for cosmetic dentistry. They are the best!Tracey Kelly

So Happy to find an excellent dentist a few blocks from my home!! New town, new doctors…now new dentist! One of my porcelain veneers fell off recently. I read the reviews and decided to call Torrey Hills Dental. They got me in the next day!! My dentist was experienced, patient, kind and had a great personality. I trusted him immediately. He bonded my veneer back on and it looks great! I'm gong back to get a filling replaced tomorrow. Covid was hell for me and my teeth. I'm so grateful to find this place. Very down to earth and friendly. I highly recommend.Bonnie Best

Do not give birth here! The midwife, Jen, treats you like garbage!!!!! I had an emergency c-section here and she came in my room the next day and said, "I see you chose a c-section…" NO. No one CHOOSES to get major abdominal surgery! (I want to point out that my spouse had surgery at a civilian hospital on his arm and has had at least 4 checkups since to watch the healing; there is one appointment for c-section recovery and they only look at the incision, they do not check to make sure your internal healing is progressing at all). Jen was also very rough with pelvic exams during labor! She scratched my baby on his face and he still has a scar from it! The majority of nurses and corpman in the maternal ward are rude! I had two nice nurses, but the rest were awful! One nurse even yelled at my 7 year old for bringing me flowers, heartless lady right there. After they released me, they gave me no assistance to the pickup area. They're more than happy to throw fentanyl at your pain though. Do better NMC! Military medical care is as close to socialized medical care as it comes! Dehumanizing, demoralizing, and humiliating! Get a referral and avoid this hospital!Mrs Sunshine

I came here to photograph a newborn fresh 48 session during covid and the staff were so kind and considerate of me and my time and my value. One of the few hospitals allowing photographers in so greatful for that. The labor and delivery rooms are extremely small and dark so, that's the not so great part. On a more personal note as a service member: n a Friday night, in lots of pain I came into ER and was taken directly back, never sat down in waiting room. They decided it was an emergency and preformed a laprascopic surgery Saturday morning. I was offered water, warm blanket, all of it. Greatful for sure.Morning Owl Fine Art Photography San Diego CA

This review is for the ENT clinic. I want to commend Dr. Utz and Dr. Rozycki for providing excellent care. I went in to have a possible Salivary gland blockage under my tongue check out and after Dr. Utz saw it. He recommended for the removal of a small lesion as a result. He asked me if I wanted to comeback the following day or complete the procedure the same day. And I opted to have it remove the same day. Along with Dr. Rozycki, the procedure went well and was over very quickly. Thank you Dr. Utz and Dr. Rozycki for the work you do!RDoc

Brought my grandmother for a procedure and it was the worst experience!!! They scheduled her to check in at 5:45am but when we show up(Early). She isn’t going to be let in Until 8 am. They have us going back and forth from memorial to the outpatient pavilion 4 + times. Stating in radiology she’s not in the system etc etc. It’s absolutely ridiculous. The procedure had been scheduled well in advance and I have no idea why the staff couldn’t figure out where she is suppose to be. I would like to know why the anesthesia team would schedule her so early in the morning if NO ONE was going to be there ?!? Why radiology would say she has no appointment or not in her system and then suddenly after her appointment time she was actually scheduled to be there at her appointment time. It makes absolutely no sense !!! It feels amazing to have receptionist and nurses chit chatting and having great time while patients are waiting for them to correct mistakes as well ! Great job Sharp Memorial ! This hospital deserves negative stars. It’s absolutely unorganized and a horrible experience for patients!jasmin villegas

Sharp Memorial is a wonderful establishment. Nurses like Tammi, Nikki, Karla (!), Natalia, Jazmin and Sherry, have made my stay comfortable. Tammi has been especially helpful when I'm lucky enough to have her as a Nurse Aid. Her bedside manner is impeccable. Surgeon, Dr. Degraft-Johnson is amazing, and has given me new Hope despite being faced with despair. My sister was born here and I believe my nephew will be as well. ***** I have to add to my review as I've had to return to Sharp for more major surgeries. Dr. Xu, the podiatrist performed a neat surgery on my foot and I am impressed with his work. I am healing quickly and he follows-up faithfully. My nurses (with only a couple exceptions) have been so friendly and compassionate and my pain is managed well while I am in their care. Dr. O'Rourke is by far, my favorite hospitalist! The manager is a pleasant person who has visited me twice during this stay, always assuring that my experience is positive. Sharp Memorial is my hospital of choice in San Diego, I still highly recommend them. Thank you Sharp Memorial Hospital!Halo Starr

I was referred by a triage nurse to go to ED department at Sharp Memorial so they could do better work up on me than an urgent care. I sat knowing maybe awhile checked in at 11:00am. As I watched the waiting room get fuller by the minute, I waited & enquired why people where getting their blood done. I was told no orders were put in, that none were needed. I was finally called back to a room after waiting 5 hours. First thing they did was draw blood?? Why after being told none was needed. I get short staff, and people have to wait. But I felt singled out because no one was able to help me. So after an 8 hour day in the ER at Sharp Memorial ED department. Once again not shocked by the lack of care and concern for me as a patient.Dena Brown

The Live Webinar sponsored by Volpara and presented by Mammography Educators was excellent. The information was extremely organized and delivered in the utmost professional way and perfectly stated in every way! They are definitely to be commended for the great work that Louise Miller has brought to the forefront in the field of mammography. She has brought the standards up to the highest level since MQSA was implemented through her desire and implementation of this company!!S J Meci

This was one of the best descriptors of DBT and I wish every Board of Directors could see this presentation to understand the benefits !!! (Canadian) Thank you for all the cases and explanations! So engaging and great Q and A at the end. Great when both tech and radiologist questions and expertise are shared in a collaborative nature. Many thanksLisa

Very informative webinars that are essential to help us perform and improve our techniques, to produce quality diagnostic images. Every mammographer should tune in to one of these sessions, when their schedules allow, even once. No matter how long you have been doing it, you will learn something new. Five stars ⭐️Tina Smith

Amazing free classes! Great campuses with updated equipment. Why did I pay for my undergrad degree again? The only downfall is that some of the people in the classes may be a little slower to grasp concepts than others. Patience is a virtue when receiving free education.Joniene Swick

I was so happy to get my teeth cleaned after missing my usual 6 month frequency due to the pandemic closures . This was my first time at Dr. Fung’s office . He came highly recommended to me by my pediatric dentist . I have a totally anxiety with dental offices and it’s super important to me that they have a calm and relaxing environment and staff . Everyone there was so nice , from start to finish . The office is clean and organized and it has a totally soothing vibe from the second you walk through the door . Dr. Fung is super friendly and incredibly thorough . He devoted a ton of time to explain many aspects of oral health and hygiene and the workings of my teeth etc . I love knowledge bombs & fun facts and I think being educated about my own oral health will absolutely help me long-term . I was very appreciative of his time. I’m so happy that I have found a new practice that I plan to be at for quite awhile . I Would highly recommend collaborative dental to anyone !Aubyn G

Dr. Fung is awesome! I went once for x-rays, exam, and a cleaning, and again to get two old fillings redone. Dr. Fung really takes the time to explain things and is extremely thorough in his work. Sam, the dental tech, is very detailed in her work as well. X-rays were very comfortable and she is the only person who has been able to floss around my bonded retainers with ease! Summer, the office manager, handled my insurance and appointment scheduling. She made it easy for me to get in as a new client and gave me a quote on the percent cost that my insurance wouldn't cover for my fillings before my appointment. I really appreciate the office's transparency, professionalism, and friendly manner. I will definitely be back in six months for my next cleaning!Shannon Hill

Dr. Fung and his Dental Hygienist were highly professional and caring. The office is clean and welcoming. My mother went in for a post extraction follow up from out of town as she was visiting and now having pain. They were able to get her in right away. After her visit she said Dr. Fung was the most gentle dentist she has ever had. Dr. Fung also followed up by phone to check on my mom. We had such a great experience. Thank you Dr. Fung for taking such excellent care of my mom. We can’t say enough good things about this office.Mona Dababneh

This was by far the worst experience I’ve ever had in a medical facility. My husband and I arrived bed well before his appointment time so as to make sure all his paperwork was handled and received. We came in, gave his ID and insurance card to the receptionist, and then sat down to wait. His appointment was at 10:00am. Whilst waiting, numerous patients came in and faced issues regarding their appointments. One woman had been scheduled for an XRay at the same facility however, someone had made a clerical error and placed her at a different location. The woman “helping” this patient was incredibly rude to her, essentially barking at her to go elsewhere. When another patient told the woman that she could go to a different location by walk-in the receptionist argued with the patient telling her she was wrong (even though the patient had previously visited the facility in mention days prior and had walked-in). After the woman left, the receptionist explained to another employee that their website stated they offer XRay at this particular location, but they do not, so this happens frequently. How is this not fixed?! An elderly man who has been waiting over 45 min for his appointment became very frustrated, he had to complain in order to be seen. My husband and I sort of looked at each other surprised at how many issues had arose. By 11pm, my husband had still not been called back, so he asked the receptionist how much longer. She asked him “Did you check in?” In complete mind blowing response, my husband replied “you checked me in! You took my ID and Insurance” suddenly everyone was confused as to how he had not been checked in. The receptionist went back to figure out the issue and returned to tell us he could be “fit in” at 11:40… “fit in” and would we like to wait. Would we like to wait?! Absolutely not! However it’s an urgent matter so we HAD to wait. I’m honestly really surprised an office is run so poorly and managed so poorly. They need serious overhaul on staff.Ericka Wolfe

First of all, I wanted to say thank you for making the visit so easy and pleasant. I found the check in process is a A+. While you are in pain and waiting, the checking in is better to have it done at home than being in the waiting room. Virtual check in. General information, document preparation… it takes you step by step. I was able to take pictures of my ID& Insurence information and describe the situation and illness and summit. The stuffs there are all very kind and have very good bedside manners. Underground parking structure give you 1 hour for free. You are able to validate the parking ticket at the check in front desk. Over all I give a thumbs up, this is a positive experience in the medical field.SS

Asked to arrive at 7 AM, however, office was closed. Staff arrived at about 715 to open the door. Some communication about having to wait would help, especially since one of the people waiting was a very elderly woman and there’s no place to sit in the hallway. Once in the office the staff was highly efficient and everything was smooth as silk. I would say it was a perfect visit from that point on. The man doing my MRI explained everything I needed to know and made sure I was comfortable. The gal at the front desk had me checked in and out in a blink.Denise

Truly the BEST experience I’ve ever had with a health care facility. I wish this could be my primary doctors office. I was on vacation in San Diego and while having to go to urgent care is never what you want while on vacation, Sharp Rees made it as excellent as it could be. Everyone was incredibly kind and efficient, and the doctor spent ample time with me answering all of my questions and talking through all of my options for the best immediate care and future care. It was a clean, beautiful facility and didn’t even feel like a doctors office. They sent the meds I needed to the pharmacy literally across the street and I got back to my travels ahead of schedule. I am so grateful for this experience and wish all urgent cares and health facilities operated this way. As someone with a autoimmune disease who visits doctors almost every month, I honestly have never had such a good experience. Thank you so much to the team here- you all are so awesome and doing it right!Eshley Spitzer

I scheduled an appointment at urgent care. I arrived about 10 mins early, was seen right away, stitched up and on my way in less than an hour. Everyone was so calm, nice, understanding and helpful. The doctor who stitched me up was incredible. He put me at ease, made me laugh, and was so efficient!! Considering it was urgent care, I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Not the way I wanted to spend part of my day, but it really was a pleasant experience. Thanks to everyone who helped me and to all the other doctors and nurses helping all of us!!Emily Gallardo

Clean, efficient and straight to the point. Sharp Rees-Stealy Downtown Urgent Care got me in and out without any issues. I checked their average wait time online before making the trek to the center, which definitely gave me a good estimate on how long I'd be there. During my last visit – and I've been here multiple times already – I was able to get out within 45 minutes. I would strongly recommend this place to anyone seeking immediate urgent care.Chinsin Sim

From the moment I walked in, she was not very friendly. She asked me a question and I answered and she proceeded to ask the question again with an attitude… “So, again, if the regular amount of fruits and veggies is 1 cup, how much are you eating”? I answered her and she continued talking. She had an attitude the entire time and would just stare at me sometimes when I would say things. I felt discouraged to speak up because of this. I also felt really uncomfortable talking to this doctor and felt like she just wanted to get over with my appointment. I was right because when I had told her I wanted to show her some photos of what was going on with me so she could identify what was going on she replied “ I don’t have time, so you better hurry up and show me” like what!? What kind of physician talks to her patients like this? This is embarrassing and she should definitely be reprimanded. I showed her the photos and she said “ um I don’t know what that is, you need to talk to someone else about this.” I felt uncomfortable and will definitely never go back to this doctor.Isabella Alvarez

Follow-up to original review: Dr. Karnik continues to provide thorough care for my mother. She takes the time to really check in and hear what she has to share and makes time for good conversation rather than rushing us thru the appointment. Thank you Doc! ***Original review: Dr. Karnik is my mothers physician and I oversee her care. We switched to Dr. Karnik after having challenges with another primary doctor who just wasn’t learning how to work with my mom considering some of her memory loss due to small strokes. For many years now Dr. Karnik has done a terrific job managing her A1C sugar level, arthritis, and blood pressure which I feel has prevented additional strokes. A huge thank you to Dr. Karnik for helping my mother live longer and more comfortable during her golden years.Julie Adams

Update 10/14/22: I had another appointment with Dr Karnik and my review below is still 100% accurate! I highly recommend her if you’re looking for a caring, honest, and knowledgeable doctor at Sharp. 2021: I met with Dr. Karnik for the first time today and I feel so grateful that I selected her as my new primary care physician at Sharp. She was genuine in her interest in my health history, did not rush through our introductory meeting, and answered all of my questions thoroughly. I would highly recommend her for anyone seeking a caring and thoughtful doctor at Sharp.noelwheeler

This particular Urgent care needs to be looked at and reviewed. I brought our 2 year old daughter in after a trauma event at gymnastics, July 2nd, as she was complaining that her leg hurt and was broken. After x rays, we were told that she was milking it and to follow up with her pediatrician if she wasn't walking in a week. The following morning (Sunday) brought her back in to the urgent care as she was unable to put any pressure on the leg and fell with the slightest bit of pressure applied. The Dr. at Urgent care continued to say, that she was being hesitant to put any weight on it due to the recent trauma and to follow up with pediatrician if she doesn't get better in a week. By Wednesday, my child was still unable to put any pressure on the leg. Took her to her pediatrician and discovered her leg was broken. Yesterday, brought her in to be seen for complaints of right ear pain, as she was also experiencing cold-like symptoms. After waiting for nearly 2 hours, the Dr. does basic vitals and looks in her ear. We are informed that she does not have an ear infection and that it's just a cold. Take motrin and follow up with the pediatrician tomorrow morning. We took her to her pediatrician today to discover she does have an ear infection. It's now the same routine, "follow up with your pediatrician…if symptoms get worse." I am beginning to believe that statement is said as a result of the Dr.s at this clinic not knowing how to care for pediatric patients. I'm concerned for the level of care that this Urgent Care facility provides as I know SHARP prides itself on patient care. What purpose does this clinc serve if it cannot meet the simple care/needs of its patients? Unfortunately, this facility continues to fall beneath the standard.Eastto West

I took my son to urgent care. It took 2 hours to be seen. The doctor said the would prescribe him antibiotics that he needed that night. We waited for 2 more hours at the pharmacy and they never sent it. I called back the next morning and they had no record of the medication. No one returned my call. I called back 2 more times and was told they would add a note. Meanwhile my sons issue is only getting worse. We were seen and no one will help us get the medication he needs. So I'll be paying for a visit that did nothing. I'm now missing work to try and get them to do the job they should have done last night. We will never be using sharp again.kenneth perry

After receiving my first COVID injection, I came in with symptoms of a reaction. I was quickly greeted and brought right back for an exam. The doctor, nurses and even the X-Ray technicians and registration staff were amazing. I have been a patient of Sharp since 2008 and always get excellent care. They were very careful to take care of you with all the restrictions of the pandemic. It was very clean and even with my symptoms I felt like I was a priority to them. Thank you to all that took excellent care of me!Amanda Ballard

I arrived around 4:05 for my 4:15 appointment (I scheduled a 3:45 appointment but twice received text updates that it was delayed). I was then told I needed to go wait in my car and they would call me to the back “shortly” for a Covid test prior to being seen. It was 86 degrees, so I stood outside instead of in my black car for 30 minutes before going back in to check if there was a problem (thinking maybe they had the wrong number, especially since the clinic seemed very empty and I had seen employees come and go out that back door). Another 5-10 minutes later, they let me in the back where I was directed to a tiny room with no door and a dirty table (literally there was hair on it) and the nurse does the Covid test and asks about symptoms. After the nasal swab, the LVN sets a timer for 10 minutes…10 minutes go by and the timer is incessantly beeping and nobody is doing anything so I turn it off and stand in the hall area just outside the door because I can’t take the beeping but want to get someone’s attention to know that it’s done without being intrusive. I catch a different nurse’s attention and she confirms it’s negative and I get sent back to the waiting room to wait AGAIN to be seen by the Dr. Finally, when the nurse calls me to the exam room, she asks me to have a seat in a chair while she cleans the room. So we can assume those chairs everyone sits in don’t get cleaned regularly. The table paper on the exam table was soiled/soggy (maybe a pelvic exam prior), and she rolled it up and Clorox wiped the table without wearing gloves. Didn’t change the dirty pillowcase or anything else in the room. Then the Dr. himself finally arrived and spent maybe 3 minutes with me? That might be generous, but those 3 minutes were laced with pretentiousness and generally poor bedside manner. I was discharged with the prescriptions I requested, and immediately went to the CVS they had supposedly sent them to (without asking if I had a pharmacy preference) only to find the pharmacy was already closed because it was after 6pm by that time. Definitely won’t be going back myself, but maybe I’ll recommend it to people I don’t like?Miranda C

As a principle, I do not ever leave a negative review for any business that I have been to and instead give them my feedback ASAP and move on. With my experience with the doctor and the nurses at this urgent care, I feel it’s imperative that they get to see through my lens of what it is like being there as a Deaf person. Like other patients, I had to wait for 1.25 hour to be called in then another 1 hour to be seen inside the exam room. The visual exam took only 5 second or even less. The doctor herself told me that she did not see any evidence of infection. Since this was once in every 5 year issue, I knew what to expect, medical care and prescription-wise. She told me she is going to prescribe a medication that contain antibiotics and steroid to treat my symptoms. I was immediately concerned because it meant taking it for 7 days and asked her for the name of the medication. Instead, she left immediately, denying me the opportunity to discuss with her my concerns about this prescription. When the nurse came back with the prescription that I didn’t even want or need, I tried to share with her my concerns. Understanding that it was beyond the nurse’s scope, I asked to speak with the doctor. Yet only nurses came back to relay her messages, taking up so much time on my end (3 hours). Anyhow, the last nurse basically shut down the discussion saying that the doctor knows what she is doing and will not change the prescription and I need to see another doctor for the second opinion. After having endured such a lengthy wait to be seen by a doctor, that comment came across as a slap on my face. I was treated like an idiot and unworthy of communicating with the doctor. I can’t help but wonder if it has to do with me being Deaf and my ability to advocate for myself. 🤷🏻‍♀️M. L.

I scheduled an appointment and still waited for over an hour to be seen (the wait time of any walk in at the time). I had to remind medical staff of treatments I was expecting because they forgot about half of the orders from the doctor that saw me. The doctor didn't explain anything to me and instead gave me pages to read so he didn't have to spend anymore than the only 5 minutes he was in the room. Another prior patient came in while I was waiting to be seen inquiring about changing her antibiotics for something she didn't have a reaction to. The front desk staff told her incorrectly that she had to pay all over again to be seen which is a lie! She needed to only call in to the on call nurse and they would have consulted with a new option per her doctor's suggestion. The poor girl went running out of there crying. This is a terrible clinic.Lara Keller

Today I went in for orthodontist, to extract my tooth but after more X-rays was taken cause I need more dental work. There was a whole team of doctors/assistant to work with me for my present dental work/implant and future appointments I will need to complete other dental work and healing of my gums for more implants which I will have done. The whole team were all extremely nice and made sure I was feeling as comfortable as could be. To make sure my procedure was good, many X-rays was taken to show the doctor and his assistant was going as planned. For my implants, they worked with me so I can make monthly payments which was explained in good details so I could clearly understand what to expect which makes me very happy cause I can finally have the teeth and smile I love. Thank u Western Dental 😊 for helping me get my smile back 😊The True Queen

Kathleen- hygienist and Lea- assistant were absolutely amazing. Western Dental has an amazing staff and I've had the experience to be blessed with an amazing hygienist (Kathleen)who was very gentle , courteous and professional. Her assistant Lea was also amazing and comforting. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone!! The staff was EXCELLENT!! ALSO……let's not forget the amazing and knowledgeable Jonathan whom walked me step by step to carefully inform me of my insurance options. I will definitely be recommending Western dental to all my friends and family…….especially this location. Roger MarksRoger Marks

I’ve come here for years and I have had multiple bad experiences. First off, the staff are friendly but can come across as unprofessional. Front desk people are nice but other technicians, assistants and dentist have unprofessional attitudes. The last time I went, Dr. Ramos and her assistant were talking to each other the whole time they were filling up my cavity and because Dr. Ramos was distracted talking to her assistant, she cut my tongue with one of the dentist tools. She apologized or whatever but it is still unacceptable. After that incident, I made sure that was the last time I went to this location.Karina Pastrana