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Dr. Brian Leish, MD

Dr. Brian Leish, MD

Family Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Brian Leish, MD is a family medicine physician in Laguna Hills, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine in 1985. He is affiliated with MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center. He is not accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 44 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (44 reviews)

Practice

24411 Health Center Dr Ste 460 Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Telehealth available
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Dr. Leish's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Leish

4.8
44 ratings, 38 with a written review
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Highly Recommend
Dr. Leish has been my primary care for at least 20 years. He's an outstanding, knowledgeable, and caring physician. I've referred several friends to him over the years. His long time assistant, Elsa, is also excellent and very helpful. They're both very responsive if you leave a message for them. His staff values his working patient's time with efficient appointment booking. They don't overbook and keep you waiting forever for your appointment like some other doctors do.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 25, 2023
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Great Annual Checkup
Visit went as expected. Short, sweet, and concise. It was nice to joke a little bit too with Dr. Leish.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Unfocused Senior – Nov 04, 2022
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Caring, informational and takes time to listen
Because of the need to find a new doctor I was very pleased to have found Dr. Leish. Our meeting was informational and I left feeling positive my health care was in good hands.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Deborah Pennington – Nov 04, 2022
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Highly recommend
Dr. Leish is thoughtful, knowledgeable, skilled, courteous...everything I look for in a healthcare provider. Time and again he has put me on the path to wellness.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Ted Trautwein – Oct 15, 2022
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Dr Leish is my PCP . I have always been able to book an appointment with him when needed in a timely manner. He is a kind and caring physician who listens to his patients and treats them with utmost respect. His assistant Elsa is outstanding. I highly recommend Dr Leish as a primary care physician .
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Margaret Schenkel – Aug 07, 2022
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Lifelong Patient
Dr. Leish has been my doctor for 20+ years. I always go back to him whenever I can.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sean Aguinaga – Jul 20, 2022
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Excellent Doctor
Experienced, knowledgeable, easy to get an appointment, short waiting time, takes time with patients, keeps good records, followup after tests, good diagnosis.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Hung Chen – May 08, 2022
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Fortunate Find
My wife and I live in NV and have experienced challenges finding “good” healthcare providers; in particular, an endocrinologist. Neighbors and others have mentioned the same dilemma. So, we decided to try CA doctors. After some research my wife scheduled appts. with a highly-rated specialist and GP, Dr. Leish, affiliated with the same Med Group. We are extremely happy with the decision. Dr. Leish was very thorough in performing comprehensive exams for us. The lab is located right in his office and he provided blood test results the same day as the test (that’s never happened before). He personally called my wife prescribing another test to address a potential issue. This new test can also be performed at Dr. Leish’s location (very convenient). Dr. Leish is succinct and thorough, as I mentioned, sprinkling in some subtle humor. The office staff are all very friendly and helpful, too. We feel very fortunate to have found Dr. Leish and highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Tony B – Mar 16, 2022
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Dr. Leish is very thorough and professional when he performs his medical services. I feel very fortunate that I have benefited from his services for the last 30 years.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 10, 2022
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I was able to get an appointment quickly. My regular doc was out that day. Need a preop check and he was very patient and thorough. I appreciated him being there despite the fact it was a holiday. Thank you
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 23, 2022
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Highly recommend Dr. Leish. He is exceptionally caring and competent doctor. I have been communicating my symptoms via patient portal and he responds on the same day. His diagnosis have been accurate and treatments have been very effective.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Marian Shin – Jan 06, 2022
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Extremely happy with Dr. Leish. Very knowledgeable on many facets of the body. Been seeing him for about 15 years now. At the time wasn't seeing doctors but a back injury snowballed into other complications. Went through about 5 doctors prior to him and am currently seeing him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Robert Compton – Nov 16, 2021
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My recent visit to Dr. Leish was a follow-up to a hospital ER A couple of days prior. What was significant to me at the time was that he was willing to wait for me when my transportation was delayed. While we did not have the time to cover many areas, he most graciously followed up on the hospital visit and took steps to make my arm feel more comfortable. He is perceptive and kind as is his staff. They are a bright spot in the medical community of Southern Orange County.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Sandra – Sep 30, 2021
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What a great manner Dr Leish has! So pleasant and really listened to me. I felt so glad to see him, I really felt reassured I was in the right hands. I found my primary care physician for sure!!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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A. Doll – Sep 24, 2021
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Thanks so much Dr. Leish for everything. God bless..:-)
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Sep 23, 2021
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He is a great doctor and very kind.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Willie Sadler – Jul 30, 2021
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No Bedside Manor. Very pushy in his beliefs and came across as cold. Will not be returning to him
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Jul 10, 2021
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I have complete trust in Dr Leish.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Michael Sawitz – Jun 16, 2021
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I have been a patient of Dr. Leish for a few years. I appreciate his knowledge and understanding of my personal health. I would highly recommend him to anyone who needs that special touch of a good doctor.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Christina Vickers – May 12, 2021
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Dr. Leish is the best doctor I have worked with. He knows his stuff. I trust his decades of experience practicing medicine. I sleep comfortably at night not having to second guess his diagnosis and counsel he provides.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Adam Paul – Mar 03, 2021
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About Me

care philosophy

"I enjoy providing care for the entire family, from children to seniors.  It is a special treat for me to be able to care for children and watch them grow up and share the experience with their parents and grandparents. I also enjoy geriatric...read more

biography

Brian Leish, M.D., received his medical degree from the University of California, Los Angeles, School of Medicine. He completed his Family Practice residency at San Bernardino County Medical Center. He has been in practice since 1988 and is board...read more
  • Family Medicine

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  • San Bernardino Co Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1986
  • University Of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1985
  • University California, Riverside

    Undergraduate School, 1981
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
Family Practice
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    South County Medical Associates Inc.24411 Health Center Dr Ste 460 Laguna Hills, CA 92653
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