Frank B Dal Santo, MD, DDS
Neighborhood: Nob Hill

450 Sutter St
# 1130
San Francisco, CA 94108

K V. writes: Dr. Dal Santa is very friendly and knowledgeable.  He checked up on me and changed my gauze after the surgery.  (Yeah, it's a big deal to me because these days, surgeons let their medical assistants do everything).  The healing process was painless.…

Jang & Associates
Neighborhood: Inner Sunset

1515 Irving St
San Francisco, CA 94122

Kristina R. writes: I'm loving the freaky Dr. Jang commercials.  He's a hoot, and a pretty decent fellow.  His family is really a nice bunch.  The "We'll take good care of you" thing is no joke.  He does take care of you.  Dr. Jang loves you.  Dr. Jang is your friend.…

Through the Hayes Optometry
Neighborhood: Hayes Valley

529 Hayes St
San Francisco, CA 94102

Rachel F. writes: Anybody who can somehow magically transform my messed-up eyeballs so that I now have the exact same prescription in each eye deserves a bunch of stars.

I've had one messed up right eyeball and one severely messed up left one since I was 15.…

Dr. Hilda Nogueiro, DDS and Dr. Kevin B. Burns, DDS
Neighborhood: Lakeside

2680 Ocean Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94132

John G. writes: Do you hate the dentist?  Burns and Nogueiro are for you.  They specialize in people who hate the dentist.  How so?  Because they are very matter of fact.  They don't sound like your mom when they tell you you should brush your teeth.  They don't…

Dr. Kenneth R. Freeman, DDS
Neighborhood: Financial District

220 Montgomery Street
Suite 483
San Francisco, CA 94104

Lula Mae W. writes: Early one morning after a sleepless, pain-filled night when my previous dentist office wasn't even answering the phone yet, I called Dr. Freeman's office, explained my situation, and they squeezed me in within the hour.  Very friendly office staff…

James P. Const, DDS
Neighborhood: Union Square, Nob Hill

450 Sutter St
Ste 2133
San Francisco, CA 94108

Katie B. writes: Even before Yelp I recommended Dr. Const to all of my family, friends and co-workers. He is the best dentist in town, no joke. The whole office is friendly and goes out of their way to take a personal interest in each client. Even more importantly,…

Dr. Katherine Eslao, DDS
Neighborhood: Marina/Cow Hollow

2920 Lyon St
San Francisco, CA 94123

Amanda C. writes: This girl has got it down right ... this is how every doctor's office experience should be, comfortable. Katherine has transformed this office into a spa-like space, complete with a full-time massusse. That's right. If you have some extra time after…

APEXWellness
Neighborhood: Financial District

632 Commercial St
San Francisco, CA 94111

spiff e. writes: can't get more convenient than this place, unless i put a treadmill in my cubicle, but that's just silly.  private showers and towel service further boost the convenience factor.  facilities are small/cozy but definitely adequate.  actually, i kinda…

Andrew Woelfle, DDS
Neighborhood: Financial District

556 Battery St
San Francisco, CA 94111

Bevy M. writes: Dr. Woelfle is incredible.  So gentle, so understanding of patients.  I have never experienced any pain with him, and I love that he takes the time to explain everything in advance.  

He respects your time, doesn't keep you waiting.

And his staff --…

Embarcadero Physical Therapy
Neighborhood: Financial District

88 Jackson Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

Ethan N. writes: I had great success working with Mel Young at Embarcadero Physical Therapy in treating a gluteal muscle injury that affected my hip alignment.    The alternative treatment I had through Kaiser Permanente only highlighted how good I had it at EPT. It…

Katona Chiropractic

4035 E Castro Valley Blvd
Castro Valley, CA 94552

eliza darling d. writes: i never even thought to go to a chiro before i met my fiance. i always saw the ads or the different offices scattered around towns i trek through but just wrote them off.

now.. i cannot live without Dr katona. I've become a "crack" addict and weep…

Jason P. Lipton, DDS

351 N San Mateo Dr
San Mateo, CA 94401

Ray W. writes: Friendly accomodating staff is just the first thing that caught my attention about Dr. Lipton's office..

I've had 4 different dentists before him and have had difficult time trusting dentists.. dont ask.

But when I first went in, the cleanliness was…

Dr. E. Esther Lopez, DDS - Pacific Dental Associates
Neighborhood: Pacific Heights

2100 Webster St
Suite 325
San Francisco, CA 94115

Nancy K. writes: No need to fear seeing a dentist anymore!  Dr. Lopez is the best dentist in San Francisco.  I searched high and low all over the Bay Area for someone like her, until a close friend recommended her to me.  She is extremely well qualified, and her…

St Mary's Medical Center
Neighborhood: Western Addition/NOPA

450 Stanyan St
San Francisco, CA 94117

maria d. writes: It's hard for me to judge hospitals because I work at one and I work for the administration and I know the drill, like why you have to write the time on your intake form and why they ask you your story 25 times.  Anyway, this review isn't really…

Brian Rizzo, DC
Neighborhood: Castro

540 Castro St
San Francisco, CA 94114

Stuart J. writes: My very first experience of chiropacty (is that a word?). I went to have some long-standing back and neck issues looked at. I was a little trepidatious, but Brian was very friendly, quickly put me at ease, and was conscientious in explaining what he…

Sophia Healing Center
Neighborhood: Lower Haight

776 Haight St
San Francisco, CA 94117

Skip Towne .. writes: It didn't cost me near as much as the other reviewer.  Not sure why she agreed to the tarot reading instead of basic nutrional analysis but for me it was like $150 for the nutritional counseling and live blood analysis.  The kidney cleanse was…

Piedmont Springs
Neighborhood: North Oakland, Piedmont Ave

3939 Piedmont Avenue
Oakland, CA 94611

Tsada K. writes: FRIEND:  Wanna go for a hot tub?  It's a beautiful evening and those outdoor tubs at Piedmont Springs are amazing. Maybe we could even get massages!

TSADA:  I'd love to, but I'm pretty sure Piedmont Springs is all booked. It's Saturday. They book up…

California Pacific Orthopaedics
Neighborhood: Inner Richmond, Laurel Heights

3838 California St
Rm 715
San Francisco, CA 94118

natashka o. writes: Oh Dr. Belzer, I have an ache right around my ribcage. It definately needs close examination.

Scarpelli & Kakehashi Physical Therapy
Neighborhood: Castro

4200 18th St
Ste 102
San Francisco, CA 94114

karen w. writes: This is why I LOVE YELP.

After suffering a major back injury that resulted in a VERY invasive spinal surgery (redundant? yeah...but seriously, that guy had both hands in my back), I was fortunate enough to have one of the best neurosurgeons in the…

Presidio Sport & Medicine

1162 Gorgas Avenue Suite B
San Francisco, CA 94129

Gretchen P. writes: My friend went here for physical therapy for her shoulder and very sweetly got me a gift certificate to see her PT, Phil, who also does cycling assessments. I had had some neck trouble and wanted to know if it was b/c of my bike adjustment and also…

Lauren C Hebel, DMD
Neighborhood: Union Square, Nob Hill

450 Sutter St
Ste 2518
San Francisco, CA 94108

Christina B. writes: Dr. Hebel is very kind, easy to get along with, and is anal about her work. Which means her work must be perfect and makes you happy! She does not cut corners or BS you. She gives you her all. It is hard to find a dentist who actually cares about the…

Dr. Warren H. Chee, DDS
Neighborhood: Nob Hill

2107 Van Ness Avenue
Suite 401
San Francisco, CA 94109

Erik K. writes: Dr. Chee is the best dentist in San Francisco. I wouldn't let just anybody stick their hands in my mouth.

Dr. Daniel D. Barry III, DDS
Neighborhood: Union Square, Nob Hill

450 Sutter Street
Room 701
San Francisco, CA 94108

Nicole G. writes: I've previously had commitment issues with dentists, but Dr. Barry has single handedly cured me of my wandering eye.  This guy is a hoot!  Not only is he a real character, he has a serious passion for teeth and all things oral.  It turns out I have a…

Ultrahealth Sports Physical Therapy & Training
Neighborhood: Financial District

220 Bush Street
Suite 860
San Francisco, CA 94104

Carly P. writes: I went to Ultrahealth for my 2nd round of physical therapy on a wrecked shoulder (thanks, tendonitis!), and found that Yoko (my therapist) was very friendly and professional, made sure that I understood the home exercises and even gave me suggestions…

Dr. Carmine F. Vicino, DDS
Neighborhood: Marina/Cow Hollow

2281 Chestnut Street
San Francisco, CA 94123

Katherine N. writes: Well , I was home the other night and while on Ebay buying up the world and listening to my favorite Costes CD and sipping a dangerous double Bombay Sapphire Martini that I decided to floss.  
By the way , this is the best time to floss because it's…

Lillie A. Mosaddegh, MD
Neighborhood: Union Square

490 Post Street
Suite 1440
San Francisco, CA 94102

Jason R. writes: If you're a history buff or an Iranian nationalist with a lot of Persian pride, than Dr. Mosaddegh would be your first and only choice when choosing a new eye doctor. If you're neither, you'd likely skip over her difficult name in the phone book, and…

Angela's Infant Child Care Center
Neighborhood: Inner Richmond

775 7th Ave
San Francisco, CA 94118

Karin T. writes: Wonderful child care center for infants and toddlers. Angela runs a tight ship and the staff loves the babies like their own. All three of my kids have attended Angela's at one time or another and we have all been very happy. One bonus is that the…

QwikHealth

9 W. 41st Avenue
San Mateo, CA 94403

T H. writes: This is a new approach to getting quick, professional, inexpensive and fast routine medical care. We heard about them through a coupon they mailed out.

One of our family members went there yesterday. (Yes, I'm being vague on the issue.)

Saw the doctor…

Element Bodywork
Neighborhood: Marina/Cow Hollow

1905 Union St.
San Francisco, CA 94123

winter f. writes: This review is from the witness, as my finacee is still working his ass off on his current project.  Background - He's a surfer, artist, contractor, ex-athlete with dozens of old injuries, in various stages of recovery or becoming chronic, who has…

David Senechek, MD
Neighborhood: Inner Richmond, Laurel Heights

3838 California Street
San Francisco, CA 94118

Scott S. writes: This guy is absolutely the best doctor I have seen in my adult years. (I sure do miss Dr. Dippy, my pediatrician, though). He's smart and caring. He talks WITH you, not at you or down to you. He listens. He probes about other issues. And he educates…

Premier Dermatology
Neighborhood: SOMA

55 Hawthorne Street
Suite 520
San Francisco, CA 94105

Ess H. writes: I've had a pretty bad relationship with my skin for most of my life. It is seriously rebellious, recalcitrant, and easily irritated. Kind of like a surly adolescent. As part of this "Holy Crap, I Just Turned 30!" phase of my life, I decided to…

Michael Fetterman, DDS
Neighborhood: Financial District

133 Kearny St
Ste 201
San Francisco, CA 94108

Ess H. writes: Aw, I love this guy. But that's probably because he told me I'm pretty. And he cleaned my teeth with his own two hands. He is very gentle. And he told me I'm pretty.

Back In Shape Chiropractic

517 S B St
Ste B
San Mateo, CA 94401

Mikey P. writes: I went to see Dr. Anthony this morning and my back and shoulders feel great!  I had some muscle tension and back stiffness that resulted from a lifting strain.  He went through a thorough review of my medical history and as well as a point by point…

Lesli Handmacher, OD
Neighborhood: North Berkeley

1508 Walnut Street Suite D
Berkeley, CA 94709

C D. writes: Lesli is really nice, she is very informative which is super helpful for those of us going in for our first eye exam. She explains everything she is doing, and what it means without a single prompt from you. Also she lets you know what to look out…

Nil Yucel, DDS
Neighborhood: Union Square, Nob Hill

450 Sutter Street
Room 1710
San Francisco, CA 94108

Darin I. writes: Before I saw Dr. Yucel, my mouth looked like the centerfold in the How-To Manual published by the British Dental Association.

Now I pass for human and can smile again.  Oh joy.

Thanks Dr. Yucel!

Dr. Terrence Lau, DDS

255 N San Mateo Dr
#3
San Mateo, CA 94401

Cherry M. writes: I am proud to say that Terry Lau has been the best pediatric dentist my kids have ever had!  I also have to mention that he's one of my greatest friends.  I've known the guy since 5th grade!!!

Anyhoo...I absolutely encourage EVERYONE to check out this…

Monica M. Dahlem MD
Neighborhood: Union Square

490 Post Street
Suite 700
San Francisco, CA 94102

Patricia H. writes: Dr. Dahlem is the best.  I have tons of moles, and need to have them checked regularly.  She is caring and so sweet.  Only problem is that her office doesn't accept any type of insurance, and she is super expensive.  So I can't see her any more.....…

San Francisco Optics on Chestnut
Neighborhood: Marina/Cow Hollow

2248 Chestnut St
San Francisco, CA 94123

Lauren S. writes: Ok, so this is a first for me.  I originally wrote a pretty scathing review of this place to reflect a bad customer service experience.  And it was.  However, the revision of that review is very deserving.  

To be fair and true to my original…

Institute For Health and Healing
Neighborhood: Pacific Heights

2300 California St
Ste 200
San Francisco, CA 94115

Krissy D. writes: Highly recommend Kelly Dacey for massage therapy. She knows what she is doing and is attentive to what her clients need. There is a wonderful sense of spirituality and connection that infuses her work. Before coming to Kelly (randomly, as the…