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Marilyn Britton, DC

507 Tamal Plz
Corte Madera, CA 94925

Warren S. writes: I've been to many chiropractors but  Marilyn does something a little different - it's called Active Release Technique.  Definitely not just the usual 10 minute pop and crack ... I had chronic low back pain and a pulled hamstring ... and she took her…

Choy Russell G DDS
Neighborhood: Union Square, Nob Hill

450 Sutter Street
San Francisco, CA 94108

--- -. writes: A few years ago, I went to a dentist in Embarcadero Center that told me I needed two root canals.  At the time, this was an expense bordering on catastrophic for me - I could barely pay my rent, let alone thousands of dollars for dental work.  In a…

Hom Cynthia DDS
Neighborhood: Union Square, Nob Hill

450 Sutter Street
San Francisco, CA 94108

Keri O. writes: Nobody really likes going to the dentist (unless you're some kind of masochistic freak who's all "Bring out the drill, doctor, please!").  

But Dr. Hom is pretty fucking cool.  My cleaning last week had me in and out in 45 MINUTES.  That must be some…

Totalvision Optometry

22268 Foothill Blvd
Hayward, CA 94541

Amy G. writes: Dr Paul Yee is a caring professional. He is very knowledgeable and  fully takes care of your eye health. He has a great selection of frames to suit you style.

Brownstein Michael L MD
Neighborhood: Potrero Hill

1001 Mariposa Street
San Francisco, CA 94107

Julien C. writes: I had my SRS "top" surgery done by Dr Brownstein about a year ago.  I agree with another reviewer that "he is not super friendly", but he is a damn fine surgeon.  He is an artist, and more than skilled at his art!  He did an incredible job on me, and…

Fratto Ted Dr
Neighborhood: Castro

592 Castro Street
San Francisco, CA 94114

Jason m. writes: Dr. Fratto helped me in a big way.  My lower back was killing me for months and months.  He spends tons of time showing you exercises to strenthen your core so taht you don't have to keep coming back and spending tons of cash like typical…

Kobori Marvin S DDS-Apc

1031 Terra Nova Boulevard
Pacifica, CA 94044

Julienne R. writes: I chose this dentist after making the move to Pacifica and narrowing down what dentists my insurance covered.  After narrowing the list, I further discriminated by determining which dentists offered nitrous.  Dr Kobori fit the bill!  I've been…

Sycamore Chiropractic

1500 Sycamore Ave
Hercules, CA 94547

Princess R. writes: I was referred here by my lawyer, after getting into a car accident. The office is conviently located in the heart of a Filipino Bakery and right across the way it's a mini mall which includes: L&L BBQ, Albertsons, Taco Bell, Round Table, etc.

The…

Dr Michael Wong, DDS

San Mateo Center for Cosmetic Dentistry
256 N San Mateo Dr, Ste 8
San Mateo, CA 94401

Audrey H. writes: Dr Wong has totally changed my view of dentistry. His office is warm and inviting with complimentary chocolate and coffee while you wait. The staff is always friendly and fun and go out of their way to accommodate you. This office believes in all of…

Alan Cheng DC
Neighborhood: Marina/Cow Hollow

1908 Lombard Street
San Francisco, CA 94123

Bette S. writes: Alan Cheng is the best.  I have been going to him for 14 years.  If it were possible to give 25 stars, I would.  

He is highly regarded and well respected in his field.  His impressive list of clients includes the SF Ballet, Oakland A's, as well as…

Marx Myron
Neighborhood: Inner Richmond, Laurel Heights

3838 California Street
San Francisco, CA 94118

Amanda L. writes: Nice Guy. Fixed me up rightly and now my old ailments are all gone!

Kimberly Tom, OD
Neighborhood: Noe Valley

4017 24th St
San Francisco, CA 94114

Irene Z. writes: I entrust my peepers to Dr Kimberly.  She's everythng I care about - she's smart and she's very nice.  They also have a fab selection of eyeglasses.   You will be in good hands here!

Dr. Alex B Callister - Chiropractic & Wellness Clinic
Neighborhood: Financial District

The Mills Building
220 Montgomery St., Ste 1084
San Francisco, CA 94104

Blake W. writes: Dr. Callister recently left Chiro Medical and now has his own practice on Montgomery street.  He is the kind of guy I hope becomes a yelp legend and becomes fabulously wealthy based upon word of mouth on yelp.  So to all you out there in need of a…

UC Berkeley Refractive Surgery Center

Minor Hall
UC Berkeley
Berkeley, CA 94720

Rachel B. writes: Laser eye surgery is the closest thing to magic that I've ever experienced.    Before the surgery, I was chained to my contacts like a crackwhore to her pipe.  I would wake up at the morning, squint at the alarm clock and move it as close to me as I…

Heer Dale D DC

551 Foster City Boulevard
Foster City, CA 94404

Dee A. writes: How much do I love this guy? More than words can express!!!

I've had major back problems over the years and I can not tell you how much Dr. Heer has been the light at the end of the tunnel! He is a great person, great personality, fun staff (May is a…

Nancy Franklin, MD

320 Lennon Ln
Walnut Creek, CA 94598

Sara O. writes: Awesome.  Dr. Franklin gets down to business immediately upon entering the room.  She really knows her stuff and is able to quickly and efficiently diagnose and treat your problem(s).  As a bonus, she's on time for her appointments--definitely a plus…

Waterhouse Chiropractic, Dr. Tara Donohue, DC

911 Marina Village Pkwy
Alameda, CA 94501

Mary P. writes: The business mission statement sums it up:

"We are committed to helping individuals and families naturally restore and enhance their health in order for them to Feel Great, Look Fantastic and Fully Thrive!"

--and they do.

Services they offer:…

Mills-Peninsula Women's Center

100 S San Mateo Drive
San Mateo, CA 94401

vickie j. writes: I was well treated by the staff, who were kind and intellegent.

I recently had an MRI done because of a lump in my breast. After they had reviewed it the doctor called me with the results. Unfortunately the results were not completely normal. So I…

Dr. Lisa L Dyer, MD

1828 El Camino Real
Suite 805
Burlingame, CA 94010

Amy J. writes: I have the best doctor ever! She is a down-to-earth, smart, kind, genuine person who explains what she is doing every step of the way, she is always there to answer questions and she has made me feel very comfortable.   I would really like to give…

Journeys Inward - CranioSacral Therapy and Integrative BodyWork
Neighborhood: North Oakland, Rockridge

6097 Claremont Ave
Oakland, CA 94718

Catherine R. writes: Moon has helped me with back and neck stress- as well as giving me the feeling of really complete rest after the sessions.  She is very understanding, intuitive and listens to you and what your body has to say for you.  It is a learning experience.

Thomas Moyer, DDS
Neighborhood: SOMA

1390 Market St
Ste 226
San Francisco, CA 94102

Steven G. writes: Dr. Moyer is one heck of a guy!  He was assigned to my teeth cleaning and was completely cool with me.  He explained everything he was doing or going to do to my teeth.  He was also good about explaining problems that could arise should I not follow…

Dr. Raymond Pang
Neighborhood: North Beach/Telegraph Hill

2155 Powell St
San Francisco, CA 94133

Farrah S. writes: ok i ususally write a decent bit at least but im not going to today all i want to say is wow. I trust him more then any western doctor. This man is going to save my life.

Edwin J. Zinman, D.D.S., J.D.
Neighborhood: Financial District

220 Bush St
Ste 1600
San Francisco, CA 94104

Erik S. writes: Mr. Zinman is truly a pioneer in his field. After being a practicing dentist, and getting tired of all the poor dental work being done, he decided to do something about it. Mr. Zinman is extremely knowledgeable, as one would expect from a lawyer who…

Noah Simons, MD
Neighborhood: Inner Richmond, Laurel Heights

3838 California St
San Francisco, CA 94118

Natasha W. writes: D. Noah Simons and his partner Dr. Robert Langston were at the hospital within an hour of our son's birth and visited us every day until we were both discharged. Since then we have seen Dr. Simons for both sick and well baby visits for our baby and…

K A Moore Chiropractic

220 Bush S
Ste 1084
San Francisco, CA 94104

Ashley S. writes: This review is for maintenance adjustments.  I was not new to chiropractic when I started going to Kathy Moore.

Kathy Moore is a great chiropractor.  She takes the time to listen to her patients and bases each adjustment on recent…

Sakamoto James R MD

12 Camino Encinas
Orinda, CA 94563

brook l. writes: It's really been quite a while since I lived in the area and was able to keep Dr. Sakamoto as my primary, my gyno, etc, but I still recall his hightened sense of care and professionalism and i have yet to find another gyno that would come out…

Wong Herbert Optometry
Neighborhood: Parkside

1816 Taraval Street
San Francisco, CA 94116

ERICA B. writes: Friendly and professional. $43 for an complete eye exam and about $30 more to get fitted with contact lens with free follow up to make sure you are comfortable with the contact lens and that you know which type of contact lens to get. (I don't have…

Fedrigo Podiatry

100 Shoreline Hwy
Ste B150
Mill Valley, CA 94941

Aaron J. writes: Back in 1999 I developed an ingrown toenail on my big toe. It was quite painful, so I had it 'corrected' by another podiatrist in Marin County. Even after the procedure, it did not go away. In fact it got worse. A few months later after having that…

CitiDent - Ben Amini, DDS
Neighborhood: Financial District

120 Battery St
San Francisco, CA 94111

Dona H. writes: This is the best dentist and dentist office experience I have ever ever had! Dr Ben Amini is the main person and he is intelligent, warm and efficient.
I entered the spacious, light and modern downtown office to be greeted by two friendly…

Dr. David W Basso DDS
Neighborhood: Laurel Heights

3637 Sacramento Street Suite D
San Francisco, CA 94118

Rob H. writes: Dr. Basso is a great dentist, and the appointment was quick and painless. He even did the cleaing himself because the dental assistant was busy.

Casey K. Shimane DDS

20406 Redwood Road
Suite G
Castro Valley, CA 94546

superclaud .. writes: Had my wisdom teeth pulled by Dr. Shimane.  He and his staff are wonderful, professional, and really attentive.  The surgery was a breeze with no complications.  I felt the out-of-pocket-cost was not discussed as thorougly as it should have been,  I…

5 Star General Contracting

Oakland, CA 94620

H A. writes: Added 3 bedrooms,a gym, and 2 bathrooms to my home - it looks fabulous!

Growney Maurice R Jr DDS

790 Ulloa Street
San Francisco, CA 94127

chris o. writes: I switched to Dr. Growney last year after a bad experience with another DDS.  I wish I would have done that sooner, as Dr. G is very pleasant with years of clinical experience.  He's very responsive..I had a toothache on New Year's Eve day and called…

Cecilia Mui, OD
Neighborhood: North Beach/Telegraph Hill

1424 Stockton Street
San Francisco, CA 94133

Stephanie J. writes: Thank goodness for Dr. Mui! I woke up this morning on the wrong side of the bed and to top it off my last pair of contacts cracked the moment I put them in my eyes. Damn it! So I had to rock my glasses (circa 2002) all day and it really irritated me.…

UCSF Endocrinology Faculty Practice
Neighborhood: Inner Sunset

400 Parnassus Ave
San Francisco, CA 94143

Phil K. writes: I've been an Type 1 Diabetic for the past 15 years, and spent the first 8 years getting treatment at the Joselyn Diabetes Clinic in Syracuse, NY. Their treatment was comprehensive and fantastic. I had a hard time finding a comparable practice after I…

Ken Rosenberg, L.Ac.

6931 Stockton Avenue
El Cerrito, CA 94530

Leigh M. writes: I was an acupuncture newbie when a co-worker recommended Portia Lee (no relation to my dry cleaner) to treat my sinuses. On my first visit, she asked me a tons of questions (more than most doctors) about everything from food to stress to sleep to…