Benjamin Maeck, MD
Category: Internal Medicine [Edit]
Neighborhood: Western Addition/NOPA2250 Hayes Street
Suite 205
(between Shrader St & Stanyan St)
San Francisco, CA 94117 (415) 750-5730
- By Appointment Only: Yes
15 Reviews for Benjamin Maeck, MD
Ever since I took a spill off my bike on Market earlier this week, it's felt like someone has taken a bat to my knees. Walking was difficult, as I attempted to hobble from place to place. And though it's gotten increasingly better, I figured I should get checked out just to cover my bases.
I was with Kaiser for two decades, and while I was generally satisfied than most, I have to say, it is a nice change. Getting an appointment was a cinch. I wasn't grilled as to why I wanted to see a doctor or re-routed to an "Advice Nurse" who insisted that I could self-treat rather than come in and be seen by medical staff.
The treatment you receive at Dr. Maeck's office is more personal. Easy to talk to, it's obvious that he and his staff genuinely care. Everything is so laid back and individual attention is given. It lacks the rushed and hectic vibe I'm used to.
I won't hesitate to return--hopefully, this time, on my own terms for a routine check-up, and not due to my accident-prone ways.
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Dr. Benjamin Maeck is a tremendous doctor. He has helped me at the office and out, made special appointments for me, provided free medications, and is very personable. I feel tremendously lucky that I found him as my doctor.
To say that I am pleased with Dr. Maeck is an understatement.
Dr. Maeck actually took a surprising amount of time to sit down with me and talk about my injury with references to his library and props in his office that explained my issue. He's also a cyclist of sorts so we talked bike stuff.
A Dr. with an interest in helping and knowing his patients. Nice work Dr. Maeck.
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This is my first review on Yelp and the reason is that Dr. Maeck is really awesome! All the other reviews are true, he returns all phone calls himself and very timely, did everything he could to help me with a recent injury and subsequent surgery, he is very personable, funny, and you can tell that he really cares and enjoys helping people. I can't say enough good about him, if you are looking for a new physician, stop looking, you've found him!
Yes, a good approachable doctor. Called back right away for appointments. BUT... he's only useful if you're healthy. He doesn't deal with workman's comp forms or disability forms. So if you're got a problem that renders you unable to work , even for a short amount of time, he won't provide the necessary letter.
It's too bad. But good to know before you bother going to see him.
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Just had one visit, but so far, so good. He returned my first call very quickly. He made me feel comfortable, and hooked me up with some free samples. The office was quiet and clean. Paperwork was unburdensome.
As we chatted, I could tell he was a smart guy. Most doctors are, but he clearly new some shiznet.
He does look a bit like Claire Bennet's dad from heros (per another review) but not so much I would have come up with it on my own.
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I've only seen this dude once, based on these other rave reviews, but he is really nice and knowledgeable and will explain whatever it is you're worried about, in-depth. If you are a hypochondriac like me, you will really appreciate that. However, if you are a fan of Heroes, beware: he looks exactly like Claire Bennet's dad ("Horn-Rimmed Glasses"). So if you have a superpower you might want to keep it under wraps in his office.
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Dr. Maeck is one of the greatest doctors of all time. He is a young, energetic guy with a zest for helping people understand medicine and how the body functions. He has a multitude of opinions - not discussed sparingly - about HMO's and the quality of health care in this great country. This guy rocks: he returns phone calls instantly, will get you in quickly, makes accurate diagnoses, and, out of the pure goodness of his heart, will give occasional free medical services to the odd filthy, stinky homeless guy that may happen to stumble out of GG Park and into his office with a cut or wound. A true hero of the San Francisco medical services community.
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Dr. Maeck is great. I called early morning after a weekend of some worry and he fit me in the same day. He is very comfortable and proffessional and extremely caring. He answered all my questions and respected me as a person. He is a good doctor, and it definitely seems that he is busy, but not too busy to fit me in. I like that! I highly reccomend him.
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My company finally wised up and started offering Blue Cross PPO and after my first visit with Dr. Maeck today, I am really glad I switched over and got out of the Brown & Toland HMO game. Dr. Maeck doesn't take HMOs and due to this, he doesn't have to overload his schedule and he can spend a lot of time talking with you instead of just referring you out. He's got some great anatomy books and will actually explain your diagnosis to you. I really appreciate having a doctor actually educate me on my diagnosis as opposed to someone who just writes prescriptions. And, to top it off, there weren't 800 forms to fill out and he takes his own vital stats! Fanfuckingtastic.
Edit: Dr. Maeck rules! He has a fantastic sense of humor, clearly cares about his patients and always returns phone calls. He is Primary care doc GOLD and if your insurance accepts him, I highly recommend seeing him. I work at a competing hospital and still prefer coming to St. Mary's to see him because he is just that good.
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I called to make an appointment and was surprised to receive a returned phone call within about 20 minutes. He fit me in the next day! He has patients within the hospital, so I guess he is zipping around all day. But, when he came in, he sat down and talked with me without seeming like he was trying to rush me. I had a lot of questions. He was very knowledgeable. I am training for a marathon and wanted to get his opinion on my heart and so on. He had me listen to my heart and then his heart to compare. It was great. I had never listened to my heart. I finally feel like I've found a doctor to go and see on a regular basis that looks at me like an individual.
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Damn good doctor. Super-flexible schedule, very easy to talk to, lives in the real world and understands that his patients do, too. Likes to find solutions that work for me, not what he read in some book or medical report. I couldn't recommend him more.
Dr. Maeck is a superior internist. I know because he saved my life when I was hospitalized with two kidney stones. I was dehydrated and in pain and Dr. Maeck assessed what needed to be done and gradually brought me back from a dangerous physical state.He is attentive,caring and is a brilliant diagnostician.
Leslie S.
I've been going to Dr. Maeck for the past year. Since I am diabetic I see him every three months, but I swear I talk to him at least every two. He always calls back the same day, has routinely fit me in during his lunch breaks or any other free time and overall has always made me feel as if he is willing to take the extra step to provide the advice and time I need. The best doctor I have ever had.
Rick is right on, Dr. Maeck is way cool (jr.) And he's been to all the good bars in the mission. He's never heard of Yelp though.
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