Dr. Bijan Farah, MD
Urgent Care Specialist
17130 Ventura Blvd, Encino, CA 91316
At a glance
4.89 stars (9 reviews)
98% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 28 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Doctor of Medicine
Works at Dr. Bijan Farah
4.89
9 reviews
Bedside manner
4.9
Wait time
4.9
Recent reviews
Very to-the-point, but I like that in a doctor. He treated me very kindly. Also knew that I was having problems with my asthma and I'd forgotten to mention it in the list of my other symptoms. :)
February 9, 2016Michelle D.Verified patient
Been with Dr. Farah for many years. He is always helpful and knowledgeable. I occasionally bring my family to see him too.
More than 1 year agoDL
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In-network insurances
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Bronchitis
Chronic high blood pressure
Bronchitis
Chronic high blood pressure
More about Dr. Bijan Farah, MD
WE NEED ALL INSURANCE INFORMATION INCLUDING ID # BEFORE WE CAN CONFIRM ANY APPOINTMENTS
Since June 1980 to late 2004 I had been engaged in Emergency Medicine practice and accumulated 50,000 hours experience working at numerous hospital Emergency Departments of high volume level-I & II trauma centers in Illinois, Wisconsin and California, providing acute & intense medical and surgical services. I worked full-time in multiple hospital emergency rooms employed by multiple Medical Emergency Groups to mention few Northridge Hospital Medical Center and Kaiser Permanente Hospitals.
Since August 1, 2002, I have re-established my private practice in Internal Medicine & Primary Care, at 17130 Ventura Boulevard in Encino, CA to serve the surrounding communities. Encino Town Urgent Care Center in an elegant and pleasant private office environment located in a free standing building right on Ventura Boulevard.The Urgent Care Center provides a wide range of medical, surgical and numerous diagnostic services.
On Site Pharmacy and X-ray Available.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Doctor of Medicine
Mount Sinai Hospital, Internship in Surgery
Michael Reese Hospital, Residency in Anesthesiology
Mount Sinai Hospital, Residency in Internal Medicine
Practice
Dr. Bijan Farah
Background
Languages spoken
English
Farsi
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1972538890
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.89
Wait time
4.89
Bedside manner
4.89
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9 reviews
Most relevant
Been with Dr. Farah for many years. He is always helpful and knowledgeable. I occasionally bring my family to see him too.
More than 1 year agoDL
Very to-the-point, but I like that in a doctor. He treated me very kindly. Also knew that I was having problems with my asthma and I'd forgotten to mention it in the list of my other symptoms. :)
February 9, 2016Michelle D.Verified patient
My visits are always 1st class
More than 1 year agoMK
Very plesant
More than 1 year agoSB
Great
More than 1 year agoMM
I've never had anything but a good experience. It's very easy to get an appointment and walk-ins are welcome. Never a long wait and Dr Farah always takes care of me.
More than 1 year agoVC
I loved my visit. The dr is very nice & caring. He made me feel very at home and like he truly cared about me. Iv now made him my PCP. I would never see another Dr.
More than 1 year agoAG
Wonderful -
More than 1 year agoML
I came in with a cut on my hand and I was seen within a few minutes. I was really impressed with the staff and how they genuinely cared about my hand eventhough it wasn't so serious.
More than 1 year agoME
What practice does Dr. Bijan Farah work with?
Dr. Bijan Farah works with Dr. Bijan Farah.
Where is Dr. Bijan Farah's office located?
Dr. Bijan Farah's office is located at 17130 Ventura Blvd, Encino, CA 91316.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Bijan Farah?
Dr. Bijan Farah frequently sees patients for Emergency Consultation, Hearing Problems, Illness, Urgent Care Consultation, and X-ray. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Bijan Farah on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Bijan Farah speak?
Dr. Bijan Farah speaks English and Farsi.
How do patients rate Dr. Bijan Farah in reviews?
9 patients have reviewed Dr. Bijan Farah. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.89/5. They have a 4.89/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.89/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.