Faramarz Alav, M.D.

Several reviewers report that the staff rarely answers phone calls or returns voicemails, and there have been issues with appointment scheduling and confirmations leading to confusion and delays.

Source: 5 of 8 reviews • Confidence: medium (recurring theme)

• Appointment scheduling issues: delayed confirmations, missed appointments
• Staff responsiveness: low, frequent unanswered calls

Multiple customers highly recommend Dr. Alav, describing him as caring, attentive, and professional. He is noted for finding serious health issues early and providing excellent follow-up communication.

Source: 3 of 8 reviews • Confidence: high (explicit mention)

• Doctor's expertise: cancer detection, patient-centered care
• Staff professionalism: smiles, timely communication

One review mentions the office being unprofessional and unorganized, with appointments not listed correctly for the day of visit.

Source: 1 of 8 reviews • Confidence: low (single instance)

• Office organization: appointment list discrepancies

One reviewer reports significant difficulty in obtaining veteran referrals, with the office failing to respond or follow through, leading to frustration and reliance on the VA for communication.

Source: 1 of 8 reviews • Confidence: low (single instance)

• Veteran referral process: poor responsiveness, delays