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Dr. Sylvia Lam, MD

Dr. Sylvia Lam, MD

Pediatrics*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Sylvia Lam, MD is a pediatrician in Panorama City, CA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Kaohsiung Medical College in 1972. She is affiliated with medical facilities Alexian Brothers Medical Center 1 and Saint Alexius Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.6 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 2.6 Star Rating (24 reviews)

Practice

8727 Van Nuys Blvd Ste 101 Panorama City, CA 91402
Telehealth available
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Dr. Lam's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lam

2.6
24 ratings, 8 with a written review
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If only I could give zero stars
Please never take your children to this woman, she is rude, judgemental and does not act in the best interest of the children in her care.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Apr 26, 2022
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Dr. Lam is very disrespectful. She didn’t give our baby the shot she needed even though a supervisor called her and told her that our baby is covered. Our baby is over two months old and she hasn’t got any of her shots yet because of her. In addition, the supervisor told her that we were covered from Feb-first, she’s not paying us back the money we paid out of pocket and says we should pay her for those visits. Not a Human Bering... More like a money robot...
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Mohammad Ali in Stockholm, AB – Apr 02, 2017
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Dr. Lam is an amazing pediatrician! She cared for my teenage brother and sister since birth and me since I was a teenager (now 28). As such, she has been my 9-year-old's pediatrician since birth. Unfortunately, I moved to another state and had to find another pediatrician :( and I know I will not find a pediatrician quite like her! Dr. Lam is very straight forward and I don't think many people like that, but all-in-all, she's great!
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
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Cierra – Mar 09, 2017
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Horrible service in the office, wait time is ridiculous and both front desk and Dr are rude. It should not matter what insurance you have as to the quality of attention you receive. There should be better bed side manners with addressing patients. DO NOT go here! Rude Dr and rude front desk lady! - this is to all age patients! Sad service has worsened- I remember when they were a bit more pleasant. Very unprofessional.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
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Hoffman Estates, IL – Mar 08, 2017
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lack of patience to explain anything, not a good choice if u want to get personalized service.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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etta in Hoffman Estates, IL – Dec 07, 2016
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Friendly office staff and very informative doctor. My daughter was sick and Dr.Lam carefully examined her and prescribed the medications needed. The office was very clean and we did not have to wait long at all compared to other doctors.
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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Barbara in Palatine, IL – Oct 13, 2016
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I would never come back with Dr. Lam because she is very angry and judges people
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
5 others found this helpful
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Chicago, IL – Sep 07, 2016
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Dr. Lam is an experienced doctor. She is fast efficient and goes straight to the point.
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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Jeff Berry in Streamwood, IL – Jun 25, 2016
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care philosophy

We listen and accept opinions.  No antibiotic unless is medically indicated.  Best referrals when it's medically necessary. Alternative medicine when it's obligated.

biography

Dr. Sylvia Lam is a Pediatrician & Family Doctor serving the Hoffman Estates area for more than 40 years. Dr. Lam is experienced in Headache & Sinus Infection, School Physical Exam and Newborn Exams & Vaccination. Started practicing 1972. read more

  • Pediatrics

  • Family Medicine

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  • Private Practice - Group/partnership

  • American College Of Med Quality

    Fellowship Hospital, 1984

  • Mercy Hospital & Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1973

  • Kaohsiung Medical College

    Medical School, 1972
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics
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Locations

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Clinical Latino Americana8727 Van Nuys Blvd Ste 101 Panorama City, CA 91402
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