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Dr. Lincoln Tom, MD

Dr. Lincoln Tom, MD

Family Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Lincoln Tom, MD is a family medicine physician in Fountain Valley, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California, Irvine School of Medicine in 1989. He is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 33 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (33 reviews)

Practice

18785 Brookhurst St Ste 200 Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Telehealth available

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Dr. Tom's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Tom

4.3
33 ratings, 26 with a written review
5 star
79%
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4 star
3%
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3 star
0%
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2 star
3%
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1 star
15%
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Dr. Tom is terrific
Dr Tom is a terrific doctor. He is willing to take time with you to hear questions and answers them thoroughly. He gives you candid advice about medical issues.
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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Jan 05, 2025
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Frustrating Experience
As a young person struggling with a condition that causes me a lot of pain, I've had to deal with a number of doctors not taking me seriously despite the imaging results I've received. I had my first visit with Dr. Tom and he at first seemed very aimiable and seemed to be listening, but his advice and responses did not appear to match what I was telling him. He invalidated me and my condition and the amount of pain I experience, and refused to fill my prescription that my previous doctor has been prescribing me for a long time now. He would not stop suggesting physical therapy to build strength (which I have done several times with no improvement, and I am already incredibly strong and in great shape despite my condition). I felt like he was not listening to me at all and left my appointment feeling incredibly frustrated and invalidated.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Jun 28, 2024
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My visit with Dr. Tom was disappointing after seeing him as a new patient (29 F) he reviewed my labs and gave me a lecture on the importance of diet and exercise. After telling him that I see a personal trainer twice a week, take Pilates class, ride a peloton, and am training for a 10k (running 3-5 miles 3 times a week) while keeping a food journal. To note I have had this exercise regimen since 2018. Prior to seeing him I had been treated by an urgent care a month prior to chronic bronchitis and had gained 20+ lbs and urgent care told me my lab work had shown a lot of irregularities. Despite this Dr. Tom told me to “put the fork down” had his staff print me an article on a healthy diet and told me to walk 30 minutes a day… a week later I had a routine appointment with my OB, she reviewed the same labs ordered additional labs and diagnosed me with Lupus and ordered an ultrasound for my liver. Turns out it’s enlarged. Extremely disappointing that this was all missed by Dr. Tom. To top it off, his office sent me a statement that was higher than the OB, ultrasound, and urgent care bill combined. I would not recommend Dr. Tom.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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PatientX – Mar 26, 2024
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What a great Doctor, Dr. Lincoln Tom is!! So kind
What a great Doctor, Dr. Lincoln Tom is!! So kind and through and something you don’t see often in Doctors anymore!! I feel very blessed to have found him!! He gets 20 Stars!! Thank you Dr. Tom for taking the time to get to know me! I really appreciate you!!
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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Navelda – Feb 24, 2024
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The Tops
Dr. Tom is without fail always personable, professional, passionate, kind and thorough. Highly recommended.
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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Sep 27, 2023
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Caring, Professional Interaction
Dr. Tom always provides insightful advice. He listens and asks pertinent questions. The appointments are thorough and highly professional. Dr. Tom provides advice and takes the time to explain the rationale. I highly recommend Dr. Lincoln Tom as a primary care physician.
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
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Gregory Kampf – Oct 04, 2022
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Routine
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
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Ed Sumner – Dec 25, 2021
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Thorough. Gave me great information. Took all the time I needed
What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Bruce A Jacobs – Nov 16, 2021
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It is always a positive visit when I see Dr. Tom. he is very caring of his patients. He is very knowledgeable about all my problems and they get taken care of.
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
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Johnnie Dellos – Oct 10, 2021
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Very precise and friendly. Not rushed and took time for questions.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Don Lewis – Jul 01, 2021
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Dr. Tom really takes the time to listen and examine you. Has good input and truly cares about the patient. Don't feel like he's rushing through the exam.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Art H – May 13, 2021
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Dr Tom takes time to precisely explain....for instance at this visit.... lab test results. And clearly communicates instructions that are beneficial.
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
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May 11, 2021
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Very thorough, concerned, knowledgeable, and kindhearted. Would not hesitate to recommend Dr. Tom to friends and relatives.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 03, 2021
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Saw Doctor Tom on Wednesday and after listening to my concerns and recommending a number of referrals I received them the following Tuesday. I can always depend on him to follow up.
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
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Rich Barry – Mar 18, 2020
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Dr Tom is very caring and takes time listening and explaining things to my elderly parents
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Feb 14, 2020
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Dr. Tom is very thorough and takes the time to diagnose correctly. Wonderful Doctor.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Ron Bennett – Feb 01, 2020
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Dr. Tom Lincoln always listens! He asks all the right questions you expect a good doctor to ask, he'll auscultate you every time you go, he's easy going, explains everything in detail and makes sure you get the right meds, labs and referrals to especialists if needed. I recommend him 120%.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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P.Schneider – Dec 07, 2019
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Dr. Tom was very thorough, took the time to listen to my concerns, and explain everything at the end of the visit.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
2 others found this helpful
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Nov 23, 2019
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Great doctor.
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
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Oct 08, 2019
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Great experience & always gives excellent advice & care.
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
Helpful
Jun 29, 2019
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Dr. Tom is a board certified family medicine physician and native Californian. He received his bachelors of science with great distinction in biochemistry and honors in chemistry. Dr. Tom was awarded a Regents Scholarship to attend medical school...read more
  • Family Medicine

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  • University Of California, Irvine School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1989
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
Family Practice
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    Practice

    Fountain Valley Urgent Care18785 Brookhurst St Ste 200 Fountain Valley, CA 92708
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    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Sat: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Sun: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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