Oakland Red Cross Blood Bank
Neighborhood: North Oakland, Rockridge

6230 Claremont Ave
Oakland, CA 94620

Tim C. writes: If you want to do something that is actually healthy for you, and can literally save lives, make an appointment to donate blood at your local blood bank.  This one is where I have donated regularly since I turned 18.  It takes a little more than a…

AcuSpa

841 San Bruno Ave W
Ste 10
San Bruno, CA 94066

Ant S. writes: Last year, my stress levels have risen to the point where it affected my sleep. I would wake up sweaty, and wouldn't be able to go back sleep for hours. Because I wasn't completely focused and relaxed, I tore my thigh muscle during my martial arts…

Garret S Madderra DDS
Neighborhood: Castro

2370 Market St
San Francisco, CA 94114

Heather L. writes: I'm more commitment phobic than most when it comes to dentists. The reasons for leaving vary from missing an appointment and being too cowardly to make a new one to being paranoid that my dentist was some kind of rip-off merchant who would start…

SF Green Dentist
Neighborhood: Union Square

360 Post St
Ste 704
San Francisco, CA 94108

John S. writes: So after having had a very mediocre experience at the Gentle Dental on Geary, I decided that I would look for a socially responsible dentist.  Why?  Well, I knew some of my fillings would be wearing out soon, and I wanted to make sure I visited a…

Barry Burstein, DDS
Neighborhood: Parkside

2299 19th Ave #2
San Francisco, CA 94116

Leef S. writes: I've been going to Barry for about 30 years now and can't say enough wonderful things about him and everyone in the office. It's a very relaxed, "family" environment and always reassuring. I believe he started off as primarily a pediatric dentist and…

Jacoby Alison MD
Neighborhood: Pacific Heights

2536 Sutter Street
San Francisco, CA 94115

Brenda Kaye W. writes: She is knowledgable and has a wonderful bedside manner.  She will discuss all your options with you earnestly.  She is busy, though, and my very first appointment she was a no-show.  She called me and apologized for that, and got me another…

Michelle Graves, M.S., L.Ac.
Neighborhood: Financial District

220 Montgomery Street, Suite 305
Conscious Chiropractic & Acupuncture
San Francisco, CA 94104

Michael John A. writes: Michelle is wonderful.  I have been going to Michelle for acupuncture treatments for over a year now.  At first I started to see her for stress and anxiety, and now I continue go to weekly for better harmony and balance.  She really cares about my…

Foster City Dental Care

675 Mariners Island Blvd
Ste 110
San Mateo, CA 94404

Geoffrey P. writes: I've avoided the dentist all my life, and even had a point where I hadn't gone in eight years. I ended up with an awful dentist in the city, and after a argument with him skipped the dentist for six months.  I started going here because its close to…

Hayes Steven M DDS

1952 Contra Costa Blvd
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

Larisa S. writes: This office restored my faith dentistry! After seeing a couple of dentists that wanted to immediately schedule me in for numerous "cavity-fillings" (after a lifetime of NO CAVITIES) I went to see Dr. Hayes on the recommendation of a co-worker. As the…

Children's Hospital Oakland Foundation
Neighborhood: North Oakland

747 52nd Street
Oakland, CA 94609

Rinky N. writes: I have nothing but praise for Children's Hospital.

My best friend's son was treated for leukemia here.
He is now in remission.  

He still gets follow-up care and visits his doctors and nurses as well as kids in the cancer wards.

My friends have the…

Dr. Efigenia Dominguez

2369 Ocean Avenue
2nd Level
San Francisco, CA 94127

Cynthia C. writes: Dr. Genia provides wonderful treatment with a smile.  She specializes in gentle pain relief by using soft techniques which incorporates massage and manipulation.  There is a certified massage therapist who aides in treatment as well.
They are very…

Allan Marks, MD

801 Brewster Ave
Redwood City, CA 94063

Matt P. writes: When we were on vacation in Hawaii, Katie received a prodigiously dangerous sting from a man-o-war. If Dr. Marks hadn't been there, who knows what would have become of her? He got on his cell, called a colleague, and administered a remedy -- while he…

Radiant Life Chiropractic

2515 Santa Clara Avenue
Alameda, CA 94501

Jen W. writes: A gentle and intuitive approach that took me from a place of crisis and pain to a place of ease and integration.  So pleased!

Weight Watchers
Neighborhood: Pacific Heights

1355 Franklin St.
San Francisco, CA 94109

laura b. writes: okay so every year i decide on a new motto for that year.  i shout it to the heavens at the stroke of midnight on new years and try to repeat it to myself at difficult moments throughout the year (of which, if you have read any of my reviews you will…

Newt Bailey - Communication & Conflict Resolution
Neighborhood: Mission

Shotwell St at 20th St
San Francisco, CA 94110

Nicci S. writes: I was dreading a conversation with my sister that I knew I needed to have---we hadn't spoken in more than a month.  She was hurt, I was hurt---we both needed to be heard so badly that we couldn't really listen to each other.  When I called Newt I was…

Jeremy Ensor OD

284 Lafayette Circle
Lafayette, CA 94549

Heather A. writes: Dr. Ensor's is the best. He has great tricks for doing the dreaded little blue light test. I didn't even cringe last time! He excels at putting you at ease and explaining everything he's doing---which I really like.

Fred J. Cameron, DDS & Paul A. Cameron, DDS

81 Casa Buena Dr Ste 4
Corte Madera, CA 94925

Lauren B. writes: I've been seeing Fred and Paul for the past 15 years, at least.  As has my entire family.  They're great.  Everyone in this office is super friendly and welcoming.  Mostly painless, fast and comfortable.  Great dentist!  Highly recommended.

I miss…

Dr. Brian E. Schindler, MD
Neighborhood: Union Square, Nob Hill

450 Sutter Street
Suite 933
San Francisco, CA 94108

renae o. writes: Doctor Schindler is one of the best doctors I've ever been to.  I have quite extravagant allergies - but knew that my inability to hear and breathe was beyond allergies when it exploded into the worst pain I've ever experienced after flying on an…

Janice E. Cohen, M.D.

San Francisco, CA 94122

Joanna R. writes: I love her. She is amazing, and here's why: my initial visit, she met with me, spoke with me for quite a while, and set a plan for how she was going to help me, based on my own needs and what i was okay with. she would argue with me on all of my…

Dr. Oscar Adonis Geronimo DMD
Neighborhood: Outer Sunset

3925 Judah Street
San Francisco, CA 94122

Amy E. writes: My teeth are pretty pampered pearls after 6 years of bi-annual visits to Dr. Geronimo. Up a staircase on Judah/45th is his small office that includes a waiting room (never had to wait) and 2 patient rooms. Not only will you be in good hands, you will…

Bonni S Massa, MD
Neighborhood: Pacific Heights

2100 Webster
Suite 319
San Francisco, CA 94115

Kari G. writes: She's great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Delivered my twins with no problems.  She's personable, understanding and thorough.

The Hand Center of San Francisco
Neighborhood: Pacific Heights

1700 California Street
Suite 450
San Francisco, CA 94109

Sarah T. writes: Dr Bickel is the best!  He has a state-of the art office and a partnership with Pacific Heights Surgery Center.  

I've had two surgeries by Dr. Bickel and couldn't be happier with the results.   The cost of having surgery at a private center is more…

James S. Mossop, DDS

1320 Apple Ave Ste 104
Hayward, CA 94541

J R. writes: Let me start by saying the I dread going to the doctor and I dread going to the dentist.  So when I knew I needed oral surgery I thought I was in for a living nightmare... Luckily I found Dr. Mossop.

I was having some problems with my molars and…

Jean E Barthman, DDS

801 Brewster Ave
Ste 255
Redwood City, CA 94063

Bucky K. writes: Why yes Dr. Barthman I would love some chap stick to make my lips more pliable during the exam...
You want me to take my glasses off, and put on safety goggles so nothing sprays into my eyes...sounds great....
Of course I would like some headphones, I…

Taraval Eye Care Optometry
Neighborhood: Parkside

834 Taraval St
San Francisco, CA 94116

Kacey K. writes: I have been going to Taravel Eye Care for some time now. Dr. Wong and Dr. Low are great doctors. Both are very friendly, knowledgeable, and patient.

The staff is also very friendly and will tackle any problems or questions you may have regarding your…

Dr. Janice Fong
Neighborhood: Nob Hill

1490 California Street
San Francisco, CA 94109

Rona J. writes: I've been nearsighted ever since 1990. That was the year I got my first Nintendo. One summer of constant Super Mario Bros play, and I was never able to see clearly again. I did, however, beat the game.

I've seen many optometrists since that summer.…

Kristen Sparrow, MD
Neighborhood: Nob Hill

2000 Van Ness Ave
Ste 506
San Francisco, CA 94109

Bill S. writes: Acupuncture is real, and so is Dr. K Sparrow.

I'd been wanting to try Acupuncture for quite some time but had always hesitated. My concern was not with the treatment itself - there is a ton of clinical evidence showing beyond any reasonable doubt…

Sean S Mong DDS

300 Military W
Benicia, CA 94510

Alfredo N. writes: Great dentist to go to for all your dental needs. He is very nice and friendly. Went in for a deep cleaning which required me to be sedated. The Dr was able to inject me with almost no pain. Nancy the hygienist was able to clean my teeth deeply with…

David A Dall MD
Neighborhood: Bernal Heights

1580 Valencia Street
Suite 607
San Francisco, CA 94110

katharine s. writes: I am ridiculously afraid of going to the doctor, but my skin was getting super gnarly (line forms to the left, dudes), and I was itching (literally) to try out my newly acquired health insurance, so I made an appointment with Dr. Dall.  There weren't…

Denise Bowden, MS, LAc
Neighborhood: Mission

Mission Lotus Center
2601 Mission St
San Francisco, CA 94101

Amy T. writes: Denise Bowden is an amazing acupuncturist!! Her heart is in her work, she truly cares for her patients and she practices Chinese Medicine with deep intelligence. I have total trust in her and feel completely confident sending patients to her. They…

Mid-Peninsula Dental Group

1601 El Camino Real
Ste 305
Belmont, CA 94002

James G. writes: Dr. Garcia is great!  Bedside manner is awesome... Gentle, professional, and highly recommended.  

Why can't all dentists be so good???  

Good assistants and friendly front office staff too...

Cable TV available if you're in the first chair otherwise…

Jennifer Ross MD
Neighborhood: Pacific Heights, Western Addition/NOPA

2186 Geary Boulevard
Suite 316
San Francisco, CA 94115

mahi m. writes: Dr. Ross is thoughtful and smart, and she will answer all the ridiculous questions you always wanted to ask a doctor but thought they would laugh at you. Dr. Ross will not laugh. She will listen, give you a good answer, and refer you to a good…

Soar Medical Center

500 Arguello St
Ste 100
Redwood City, CA 94063

Mike B. writes: I first learned of SOAR when my wife broke a bone in her foot a couple years ago.  She was very happy with the service she received from an ortho physician at SOAR.

So when I had shoulder weakeness earlier this year, I talked to an MD friend of mine…

Steven K. Olsen, D.D.S.
Neighborhood: Financial District

2 Embarcadero Center
Promenade Level
San Francisco, CA 94111

Matt H. writes: I was doped up, stuck with needles, and drilled over and over again!  No, I'm not talking about Vegas DYL; I'm talking about my main man Steven K Olsen, his crack team of dental ninjas, and my mouthful of miserable 20th century teeth!

Advised by the…

Golden Robert C DDS
Neighborhood: Uptown

1624 Franklin St Ste 1205
Oakland, CA 94612

stunna s. writes: Thanks, Bob.

I went to Dr. Golden to get a second opinion. He told me the truth. Imagine that, a doctor who tells the truth. He showed me exactly how deep my periodontal pockets were, and they were not the depths claimed by the disreputable dentist I…

Stop Smoking Instantly

655 Skyway Rd #111
San Carlos, CA 94070

tom h. writes: I don't work there and I used Mr. Harrisons Stop Smoking service. I smoked over two packs a day and I do not go for the normal mind over body  or new age BS so many people try to sell. I'll be honest I did not think it was going to work. But someone…

Patton Robt G MD
Neighborhood: Laurel Heights

3641 California Street
San Francisco, CA 94118

Daniela L. writes: Excellent pediatrician!

I should know...he was mine for 12 years!  He literally saw me come out of my mamma.  I have fond memories of him...always smiling, kind, friendly. I was never scared to go for a visit and was never frightened of a shot or two…

Back In Action Chiropractic Center
Neighborhood: Downtown Berkeley

2500 Martin Luther King J
Suite 1
Berkeley, CA 94704

Alexis P. writes: The Back in Action staff are like my warm, supportive, extended family...they take care of me when bad drivers hit my car and hurt my back (which seems to happen a little too frequently for my taste), when I pull and re-pull a muscle in yoga, or when…

Chang Clifford Karl OD
Neighborhood: Nob Hill

929 Clay Street
Suite 203
San Francisco, CA 94108

Angela T. writes: I went to him on the recommendation from my girl friend. She failed to mention that Dr. Chang (the son) was not only very very nice but he was also pretty good looking (for a dad of two!!!!) LOL! So my eye exam, to say the least, was quite pleasant.…