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Dr. Bao Nguyen, MD

Dr. Bao Nguyen, MD

Pain Medicine*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Bao Nguyen, MD is a pain medicine physician in Hermosa Beach, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rush Medical College in 2003. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Torrance Memorial Medical Center and Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 95 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (95 reviews)

Practice

555 Pier Ave Ste 1 Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Telehealth available

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Dr. Nguyen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nguyen

4.4
95 ratings, 44 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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Curt, Dismissive, does listen
I attempted to explain to the doctor the history of my five back operations which I assumed might've been pertinent to his treatment. He kept interrupting and telling me to hurry up. He performed a four minute perfunctory exam. He did not explain his plan of treatment.One of the worst interactions that I've ever had with a doctor.
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
  • Appointment was rushed
1 other person found this helpful
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Steve – Jul 27, 2024
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Absolutely so grateful to Dr. Nguyen for helping me with my back pain and issues. Have been going to him on and off for about 3 years. Attentive, compassionate and responsive. His goal is always to try and get me out of pain. his office staff are professional and attentive when you are there, but not always the best on the phone or on follow up.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Rosalba Cambria – Sep 02, 2020
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I was referred to Dr. Nguyen by my Doctor for Fibromyalgia and significant degenerative disk disorder of the lower back as well as other issues that are more of a private nature. I just had my first appointment and though I have only been through Dr. Nguyen for diagnosis I am so blown away by his compassion and healing abilities. I can tell he has the best bedside manner outside my General Doctor and childhood Dentist that I have ever seen in my entire life. I will add updates on the progress.
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
6 others found this helpful
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Dec 06, 2018
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Excellent care & attention! I go to this office to obtain pain relief. The staff are friendly and polite. They know me by my name! I have been seeing Dr. Nguyen every month for 2 years. He spends quality time with me, and he comes up with different ways to make me pain free. What I like best is the way Dr. Nguyen keeps up with all the new medications that are now being sold. Because of that knowledge, I am now pain free, using a new med.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Janice in CA – Dec 04, 2018
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I have had so many bad experience with Pain Mgmnt doctors. I often left other doctors office in tears. I was skeptical going to another Pain Dr.’s office. To my surprise, Dr. Nguyen was very attentive to what my issue was & Able to pin point some of condition no other Dr. deducted. He sincerely cared what I was going through, & always have my best interest in his heart. He is warm, caring, thoughtful, graceful, & very skilled doctor I proudly recommend anyone to go there with confidence. AAAAAAA
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
3 others found this helpful
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Miyuki in Gardena, CA – Aug 10, 2018
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I love Dr Nguyen & his staff. They are not only knowledgeable, accommodating & helpful, but they are really nice people. I have been a patient of his for a few years after being mistreated by my previous pain doctor. I had neurosurgery for spinal failure & needed pain management. I was initially put on a high dosage of Fentynol. Dr Nguyen titrated me off of that awful drug & slowly worked my opioid pain medicine down to none. I am so grateful. Now I'm on nerve medication & that is all. Thank you
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
2 others found this helpful
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Jennifer D in San Pedro, CA – Apr 25, 2018
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Very professional and great staff Dr. Nguyen will work with you to find a non-surgical solution Thanks for all you do
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
2 others found this helpful
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Imants Eglitis in Torrance ,Ca – Feb 15, 2018
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Do NOT believe any previous "GOOD" reviews of Bao Nguyen. They're mostly from years ago and he is probably one of the most heartless and Un-caring “pain management” doctors in all of Los Angeles! He’s not a pain management Dr at all. He’s an “eastern medicine” person who does not care one bit that I let him know, “I need help or I’ll end up with a $3,000+ Emergency Room visit. He said that wasn’t his fault, yet I waited and dragged myself to this appointment, solely because of his misleading we
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
7 others found this helpful
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Chris in Los Angeles, CA – Nov 14, 2017
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they are professional, everything goes through smoothly. Talking and getting treatment with Dr. Nguyen is awesome.
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
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Nov 08, 2017
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Very caring doctor. Listens to your complaints and works with you to find a non-surgical solution to pain management.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Redondo Beach, CA – Nov 07, 2017
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just came few days ago. People working there are nice and filled what I need. Recommended
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Garden Grove, CA – Oct 26, 2017
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I have no bad experience with any of them from doctor to staffs. They are super nice with me.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Garden Grove, CA – Oct 19, 2017
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great experience, feel good right after first treatment. Doctor is nice and get jobs done.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Oct 12, 2017
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I pleased to have him as pain resolver. I definitely recommend him to anyone who needs help recovering from injuries.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Sep 28, 2017
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I have good experiences with Dr. Nguyen. He matched all my needs. He is also great personality
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Sep 22, 2017
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I have pleased to say Dr. Nguyen is one of my favorite doctor. He is genius. Highly Recommended.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Garden Grove, CA – Sep 19, 2017
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I have known Dr. Nguyen for many years. He's been doing great jobs to take care ours.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Long Beach, CA – Aug 30, 2017
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staff is ok, doctor is understandable. good service. recommended
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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Northridge, CA – Aug 26, 2017
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I have great experiences so far. Dr. Nguyen's understandable and easy to talk to. Recommended.
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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Westminster, CA – Aug 25, 2017
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I've come to his office many times due to my back pain. Every time, I get more comfortable after treatment. Dr. Nguyen is nice and understandable
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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Westminster, CA – Aug 23, 2017
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care philosophy

Our goal at Unitverity Spine and Pain Center is to restore the patient?s functional ability, physically, emotionally and socially through a comprehensive inter-disciplinary team approach. We believe a return to a productive life is achievable with...read more
  • Pain Medicine

  • Headache Management

  • Sports Medicine

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

  • Addiction Medicine Anesthesiology

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

  • Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Beth Israel Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2009
  • Ucla/ucla Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2008
  • University Texas Houston

    Internship Hospital, 2004
  • Rush Medical College

    Medical School, 2003
  • University Of California, Irvine

    Undergraduate School, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation®
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Locations

Practice

Mary Jo Ford MD Inc555 Pier Ave Ste 1 Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • 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
    • Sat: 9:00am - 6:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Healthways Medical Group Inc.6518 Greenleaf Ave Ste 25 Whittier, CA 90601
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Office18300 Gridley Rd Ste 202 Artesia, CA 90701
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Office3111 Lomita Blvd Torrance, CA 90505
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  • Torrance Memorial Medical Center

    3330 Lomita Blvd
    Torrance, CA 90505
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    15% higher than the national average

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  • Providence St. Jude Medical Center

    101 E Valencia Mesa Dr
    Fullerton, CA 92835
    Recipient of 21
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

    11% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance

    4101 Torrance Blvd
    Torrance, CA 90503
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence 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.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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