Dr. Gary Hoffman, MD

My experience with Dr. Gary Hoffman was extremely disappointing. He spent very little time with me, offered no clear explanation of the problem, and didn’t provide any practical guidance on how to address or fix the issue. He prescribed a medication cream for what is clearly an internal problem, showing a lack of understanding or care about my condition. When I tried to follow his advice to schedule a follow-up in two weeks, I was told he wouldn’t even be available for four weeks. This lack of communication, attention, and urgency left me feeling dismissed and unsupported. I would not recommend him to anyone seeking thorough or compassionate care.

I had been a patient of Dr. Hoffman for a long time I recently had an issue which I thought was a hemmroid problem because I have frequently hadd the problem When hI went tp see Dr. Hoffman he said it was not a hemmroid problem ands he prescribed a very invasive test Because I have a cardiac condition I did not feel I could safely do this test. After speaking with my cardiologist he suggested getting another opinion I did and right away this other doctor said it was definitely a hemroid issue and treated it immediately I will never see Dr. Hoffman again as he was putting my life in jeopardy He would not return my calls and when I finally was able to speak with him he said he did not have time to talk to me.

Dr. Hoffman misinformed me about my condition, told me I would need a surgical procedure to get rid of my condition and suggested I do the procedure as soon as possible since he would be leaving on vacation. Thankfully, I did not follow his advise and did not go through with the procedure and my condition did go away on its on. Also, they charged $185 just for stepping into their office, $250 for the checkup, and $30 for blood work that was never done.

I preface with 4 words, Bewsre! Stay far away! Instead of curing my brother of colon cancer with a simple procedure he damn near killed him. Stay away! He has no right to be called Dr.

What a racket. This health care provider is full of scam artists. They tried billing my insurance $72,623 for a routine outpatient service! I was initially quoted by LA Colon - Dr. Gary Hoffman - that the all in cost for the surgery would be "less than $600 out of pocket". There were no complications or extra services rendered during the procedure. I was forced by LA Colon to reach out to each "service provider" to receive quotes for the total cost. Side note, the fact that my insurance and I would be giving LA Colon thousands of dollars for this procedure and they couldn't even spend 5 minutes putting together a formal "all-in" quote is insane and a huge red flag. I should have left their office immediately. When I contacted La Peer, they told me their service fee was "$340.20". I made this payment at the surgery center the day of my procedure. I was then billed a further $68 by their pharmacy when I left, for painkillers - again was not included in all the quotes I had received. A

He's a good doctor - however, his bedside manner is awful - rude, conceited and hurries through the appointment. Beware if your procedure is at his surgical center. He is covered by insurance but his surgical center is not. Also, do not let him process your paperwork on your behalf. The office charges you and per their contractual agreement with some insurance companies - they're not allowed to. There are many very qualified gastroenterologists in LA - go find another one.

Terrible Experience. He spend the least amount of time in the room with you. He does not explain well and I am bleeding everytime I go to the bathroom and he tells me that this is normal. REALLY??? This is the worst doctor ever. STAY AWAY.