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Dr. Pamela Yao, DO

Dr. Pamela Yao, DO

Internal Medicine*

Dr. Pamela Yao, DO is an internist in Santa Barbara, CA. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital and Memorial Medical Center.

4 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 4 Star Rating (4 reviews)

Practice

111 E Victoria St Fl 2 Santa Barbara, CA 93101

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Dr. Yao's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Yao

4.0
4 ratings, 4 with a written review
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Excellent first visit with Dr. Lao
I learned more about myself and my health today than any other medical visit. Dr. Lao was very through and made a plan for me to reach better health.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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J. Watkins – Dec 18, 2024
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Nancy
This doctor said that she wasn’t feeling well as she came into the room, was a very poor listener, and didn’t seem interested in being there. She showed no empathy based on the nature of the appointment and wasn’t helpful with questions asked of her. On a positive note, she ordered a medication for me when a test result required it.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
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Sep 06, 2024
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Very knowledgeable with excellent bedside manner!
Dr. Yao was wonderful! She is very knowledgeable and has a friendly and professional bedside manner. I have a complex and complicated medical history and she made me feel heard, respected and taken seriously without feeling rushed. I like that she’s willing to run tests and take action. She’s an excellent doctor.
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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J. Garcia – Jul 28, 2024
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Dr. Yao is awesome!
Telehealth
Dr. Yao was able to get me into to a video appointment on short notice for some medication to treat COVID-19. She is prompt, efficient, knowledgeable, and listens. Very postive experience with Dr. Yao through UCLA Health.
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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Apr 09, 2024
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Dr. Pamela Yao, DO is an internist in Santa Barbara, CA. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital and Memorial Medical Center.
  • Internal Medicine

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Locations

Practice

UCLA Health Santa Barbara Primary & Specialty Care111 E Victoria St Fl 2 Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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UCLA Health Montecito Primary & Specialty Care1187 Coast Village Rd Ste 10B Santa Barbara, CA 93108
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Practice

UCLA Health Goleta Primary & Specialty Care5383 Hollister Ave Ste 160 Goleta, CA 93111
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