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Dr. Valerie Tutson, MD

Dr. Valerie Tutson, MD

Child & Adolescent Psychiatry*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Valerie Tutson, MD is a child & adolescent psychiatrist in Fairfield, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston McGovern Medical School in 1988. She is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.2 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 2.2 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Practice

1261 Travis Blvd Ste 190 Fairfield, CA 94533
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(844) 867-8444

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Tutson specializes in the areas of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry & Psychiatry. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Tutson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Tutson

2.2

11 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
27%
27%
4 Star
0%
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3 Star
0%
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2 Star
9%
9%
1 Star
64%
64%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
Telehealth
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 11, 2024
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Telehealth
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Deb L – Sep 01, 2024
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Telehealth
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 31, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 29, 2024
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Telehealth
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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 20, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 26, 2023
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Telehealth
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 12, 2023
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About Me

care philosophy

Her style is somewhat eclectic in that she approaches each patient individually and meets them where they are, making sure they feel valued and listened to. She is respectful of past negative experiences and wants to uncover those as to not replicate...read more

biography

Dr. Tutson is a Board-Certified, Adolescent & Adult Psychiatrist with a focus on depression including young adult-onset depression, anxiety, ADHD, and trauma-related issues.

  • Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

  • Psychiatry

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  • University Of Texas Health Sciences Center At Houston Mcgovern Medical School

    Medical School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
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Psychiatry
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Locations

Practice

David F La Rochelle MD A Medical Corporation1261 Travis Blvd Ste 190 Fairfield, CA 94533
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 6:00pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 6:00pm
    • Wed: 9:00am - 6:00pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 6:00pm
    • Fri: 9:00am - 6:00pm
  • Directions
Unavail3300 Webster St Ste 402 Oakland, CA 94609
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 6:00pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 6:00pm
    • Wed: 9:00am - 6:00pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 6:00pm
    • Fri: 9:00am - 6:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Gregory K. Burton MD PA1200 Binz St Ste 480 Houston, TX 77004
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Practice

VJ Tutson MD and Associates PC6330 San Vicente Blvd Ste 520 Los Angeles, CA 90048
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mills-Peninsula Medical Center

    1501 Trousdale Dr
    Burlingame, CA 94010
    Recipient of 46
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 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.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    15% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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