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Dr. Elena Forouhar, MD

Dr. Elena Forouhar, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Elena Forouhar, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Duarte, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Forouhar has extensive experience in Diabetes & Glucose Monitoring, Osteoporosis & Screening, and Thyroid Disorders. She graduated from Medical School in 2001. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Northridge Hospital Medical Center and St. John's Regional Medical Center. She is accepting telehealth appointments.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (6 reviews)

Practice

1500 Duarte Rd Duarte, CA 91010
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Forouhar is affiliated with Eisenhower Medical Center Rancho Mirage, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Forouhar specializes in the area of Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology. See board certifications
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Critical Care Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Forouhar's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Forouhar

3.5
6 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 star
50%
50%
4 star
17%
17%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
33%
33%

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One of the worst doctors I've ever encountered
Telehealth
1st visit: one hour wait. Excuses made about her car. 2nd visit: telehealth appointment 45 minute wait, hurried through appointment.MRI was ordered following 2nd visit. I expressed my issues with being confined and was told that facility doing MRI would provide sedation. It did not. Had to leave facility without getting MRI and message doctor to order anxiety meds for MRI. Medication was ordered incorrectly. Had to follow up again to get prescription properly ordered. Upon completion of MRI took 3 weeks to get reading of MRI. No response from Doctor or office. Wasn't untill I told office I filed a grievance against Dr and wanted a new physician that Dr called me harrasing me telling me she gave me good medical care. Still waiting on actual reading of MRI. Like I said in the header, one of the worst Doctors I've ever had in my life. She should not be practicing medicine and should be held accountable for her negligence.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Mar 25, 2025
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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
Helpful
May 04, 2023
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My husband came to see Dr. Forouhar last year2015 she got his A1C down to 9 and his sugar levels were 400 now 200 and below she gave him the correct medicines out of 3 doctors she got it right. Thank you Dr. Forouhar.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
Helpful
Upper Marlboro, MD – Oct 23, 2016
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As a sugar addict diabetic, time with your endo can be a shameful and embarrassing event; they tell you what to eat and sometimes you are good, most times you are not. Dr. Forouhar just accepted me as I was. Sixteen years into my diabetes, she was the only one who felt my thyroid and said it felt misshapen and sent me to have an ultra-sound. That's when my Hashimoto's was diagnosed and I was put on Cynthroid. She's wonderful!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
Helpful
Melissa Blyne in Maryland – Jul 12, 2016
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She is an excellent doctor. She changed my life and I feel much better now. She definitely listened best to my concerns and offered me the treatment option which works best for me. Nobody explained my disease to me as she did. She answered all my questions, returned my calls and stayed close in touch with me in the beginning of my disease when I was very upset and all tearful. I highly recommend her.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Riverdale, MD – May 14, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Elena Forouhar, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Duarte, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Forouhar has extensive experience in Diabetes & Glucose Monitoring, Osteoporosis & Screening, and Thyroid...read more
  • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

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  • Medical School

    Medical School, 2001
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
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Locations

Practice

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Practice

Office55 E California Blvd Ste 204 Pasadena, CA 91105
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Eisenhower Medical Center

    39000 Bob Hope Dr
    Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
    Recipient of 38
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    10% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center

    2801 Atlantic Ave
    Long Beach, CA 90806
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • San Antonio Regional Hospital

    999 San Bernardino Rd
    Upland, CA 91786

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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