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Dr. Philip Wasserstein, MD

Dr. Philip Wasserstein, MD

Neurology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Philip Wasserstein, MD is a neurologist in Palo Alto, CA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Stanford University School of Medicine in 1978. He is affiliated with medical facilities Stanford Hospital and El Camino Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

3 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 3 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Practice

795 El Camino Real Palo Alto, CA 94301
Telehealth available
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Dr. Wasserstein's Reviews

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3.0
10 ratings, 4 with a written review
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Dr. Wasserstein is very condescending, shows little to no sympathy and gives up very easily. After three visits and a handful of tests, he told me my worsening symptoms are all in my head and literally suggested I try taking a walk. Not sure why he's still practicing.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Aug 26, 2021
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I had some trouble over maybe two years getting s diagnosis for a neurological problem; three MRI's, two CT scans, several visits, and I was frustrated. I asked if he could at least treat my symptoms but no. On my last visit he said, almost in passing, "Maybe it's essential tremor". The signs were all there, it's not an uncommon problem, it shouldn't, in my opinion, have been a tough call. I was unsatisfied with the missed diagnosis.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 05, 2020
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Late for my appointment only to spend inordinate amount of time collecting minutiae about my condition and then ask me those same questions repeatedly because he didn't accurately record my answers. Finally declared he didn't know what was wrong with me, didn't suggest any follow up, didn't recommend any treatments or medication for my peripheral symptoms, insinuated some of my symptoms were psychological, said he was out of time and showed me to the door. Extremely upsetting appointment.
What went well
No results
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
2 others found this helpful
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Sep 19, 2018
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Dr. Wasserstein has treated my early-onset Parkinson's Disease for over 20 years. He is outstanding in every way (with the possible and very minor exception that he sometimes appears a little scruffy). He explains things very well, listens closely to your problems and concerns and does a remarkable job at meeting the patient at the patient's emotional and intellectual levels. I simply cannot imagine being under better 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
3 others found this helpful
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Keith in Stanford, CA – Apr 08, 2018
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Dr. Philip Wasserstein, MD is a neurologist in Palo Alto, CA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Stanford University School of Medicine in 1978. He is affiliated with medical facilities Stanford Hospital and El Camino Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

  • Neurology

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  • Stanford University School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 1982

  • Kaiser-permanente Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1979

  • Stanford University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Locations

Practice

Unavail795 El Camino Real Palo Alto, CA 94301
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(650) 853-2983

Practice

Office325 Distel Cir Los Altos, CA 94022
2
(650) 321-4121
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