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Dr. Pamela Apolaya, MD

Dr. Pamela Apolaya, MD

Internal Medicine*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Pamela Apolaya, MD is an internist in San Francisco, CA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from NEW YORK Medical College in 2009. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Kaiser Permanente Antioch Medical Center and Kaiser Permanente Fresno Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 2 Star Rating (4 reviews)

Practice

1600 Owens St San Francisco, CA 94158
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Apolaya specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
  • Low Wait Times
    Patients are usually seen in 10 minutes or less.
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Dr. Apolaya's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Apolaya

2.0
4 ratings, 3 with a written review
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1 star
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No knowledge or experience
Telehealth
This is one of the worse doctors I ever encountered. I have no idea how she works as MD. Has very poor medical knowledge. Doesn’t know how to diagnose or misdiagnose. Gives dangerous advices. Ignores emails. You have to dig through your blood work yourself to figure out what is wrong because “dr” Apopaya won’t have any idea or will start googling everything. Just stay away.
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
Helpful
Sep 10, 2024
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Zero Stars
Dr. Apolaya doesn't remember conversations previously had in person, over the phone, and claimed she read e-mails, yet was misinformed and clueless about the context. She hardly ever e-mailed back personally and has others do it for her. She doesn't listen, gaslights, and misremembers--dangerous and poor qualities of a healthcare provider. She gave an incorrect statement about my medication over email. When I saw her in person weeks later, she had to google its side effects; thus confirming my initial claim of a side effect that had been affecting me since I was prescribed it in 2016--embarrassing. If you want an attentive doctor, don't choose Dr. Apolaya.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
May 08, 2024
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Most wonderful doctor I have had the pleasure of meeting. I wish all doctors were more like her.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Mar 09, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. Pamela Apolaya, MD is an internist in San Francisco, CA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from NEW YORK Medical College in 2009. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Kaiser Permanente Antioch...read more
  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • New York Medical College

    Medical School, 2009
  • St Vincent Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2009
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.
  • English

  • Spanish

Locations

Practice

TPMG Inc San Francisco Mission Bay1600 Owens St San Francisco, CA 94158
1
TPMG Elk Grove Promenade Laboratory10305 Promenade Pkwy Elk Grove, CA 95757
2

Practice

Kaiser Permanente6600 Bruceville Rd Sacramento, CA 95823
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Kaiser Permanente Fresno Medical Center

    7300 N Fresno St
    Fresno, CA 93720
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    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.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Kaiser Permanente Vacaville Medical Center

    1 Quality Dr
    Vacaville, CA 95688
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
  • Kaiser Permanente Antioch Medical Center

    4501 Sand Creek Rd
    Antioch, CA 94531
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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