Cedars-Sinai Gastroenterology - Santa Monica
Gastroenterology • Santa Monica, CA
Clinic Type
Gastroenterology
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- US News & World Report / Healthgrades: 4 out of 5 stars (average across various platforms) (Varies by provider; typically ranges from dozens to over 100+ ratings per physician)
- Healthgrades: Generally high (e.g., 4.3 to 4.5 out of 5 stars) (Approximately 46 to 88 reviews per physician)
Patients praise
- High levels of patient confidence in physician clinical judgment and expertise
- Physicians described as compassionate, thorough, and professional by many patients
- Appreciation for clear explanations of medical conditions and treatment options
Common complaints
- Concerns regarding administrative staff rudeness and poor bedside manner
- Difficulties with appointment scheduling and wait times
- Reports of rushed medical consultations
- Isolated severe allegations regarding billing practices
"Dr. Wishingrad is an excellent physician in clinical experience and judgment, and bedside manner."
— Cedars-Sinai Patient Reviews"I never felt rushed, and his professionalism and [care] was truly appreciated. I left feeling confident in my care and grateful to have found such a great [doctor]. Highly recommend!"
— Healthgrades Review of Dr. William Katkov"I love Cedars, but this office is not good. Doctors are nice ... staff is rude and their bedside manners are terrible."
— Public Patient Feedback AggregateSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 10, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Taking Back Control of Her Life | Cedars-Sinai — Oct 24, 2025
- Cedars-Sinai Shares New Gastroenterology Research — Oct 24, 2025
- Gastroenterology Guidelines Digested | Cedars-Sinai — Jan 2, 2026
- Healthy Bowel Movements: Why You Should Pay Attention to Your Poop | Cedars-Sinai — Apr 6, 2026
- Los Angeles Gastroenterologist Dr. David Yamini Named to Los Angeles Magazine's 2026 Top Doctors List — Feb 5, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 10, 2026.
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