Best doctors in A. east bay area/Lafayette, CA & B. near Menlo Park/Palo Alto, CA? Health Care= Blue Cross PPO

Question

Mom lives in Lafayette, I live in Menlo Park..we both need a doc..if u can please recommend doctors based on some of the following criteria, I'd really appreciate it, thx :)

- gives great quality care

- has the training and background- not just "i read enuf to get As & make a good living", but attends seminars, keeps up to date w/latest information...a Deepak Chopra type

- actually CARES and listens and doesnt try to rush you to make their next appt

- talks about prevention not just a quick drug solution- I hate drugs (only if there's NO OTHER option), more alternative-health focus

- encourages you to ask questions and explains things clearly.

- treats patients w/ respect, doc or nurse returns calls with a question about your care promptly

- you feel comfortable w/them, trust them, friendly staff

- easy to talk to- good communication skills

- u dont have to wait insanely long wait times/ making an appointment isnt strenuous

- you can be seen on the same day if there's an urgent need

Answer 1

lamorinda pediatrics

it's in lafayette, ca

Answer 2

Log on to John Muir Hospital.  You can get reccomendations for specific fields and you can also research their respective backgrounds.

A second option would be Alta Bates Hospital in Berkeley.

You will run into appt. times as there has been  a large population growth and a shortage of doctors.  However, I have found that if there is a urgent need you will be taken care of promptly.

You didnt,t specify your ages, but I suspect your mother should search out a doctor specializing in intenal medicine for seniors.  Maybe you just need an internist.