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Dr. Rebecca Garfinkle, DO

Dr. Rebecca Garfinkle, DO

Pediatric Neurology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Rebecca Garfinkle, DO is a pediatric neurologist in Laguna Niguel, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2002. She is affiliated with medical facilities Hoag Hospital Newport Beach and Children's Hospital at Mission. She is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Practice

30131 Town Center Dr Ste 245 Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 495-9600

Care Philosophy

"I am committed to creating a comfortable environment for parents, teens, and children to have neurologic concerns addressed and questions answered at Pediatric Neurology of Orange County. As a board certified Child an..."

- Dr. Rebecca Garfinkle, DO

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Garfinkle specializes in the area of Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Garfinkle's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Garfinkle

4.6
13 ratings, 8 with a written review
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Dr. Garfinkle is truly an amazing doctor. We went to other pediatric neurologist and Dr. Garfinkle is in a different league. Dealing with your children and medical issues is never easy but the level of care and compassion that Jennifer and her provide helps make our journey easier. I don’t know of any other doctors that are so responsive at any time or day of the week. Dr. Garfinkle provided unmatched care, attention, and time to each of our visits. I can not say enough good things about her and Jennifer.
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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Andrew – Jun 17, 2021
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Dr. Garfinkle was great and truly listened + cared. She read all the paperwork we sent over (previous tests and basically an entire life of medical history) and was quite thorough. You can tell she is used to working with small children by her office and demeanor as she is quite kind + bubbly. If you have an older child they may feel out of place in the office but worth it to see Dr. Garfinkle. The one con is if you want an appointment it may be a month out, at least in my experiences. Her office is very good about letting you know if someone else canceled and you can take their spot. Plus a month out appointment is npthing compared to CHOC waiting times.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • 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 12, 2020
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Dr. Garfinkle is the best Pediatric Neurologist that we have seen. She was great with my son, very patient, knowledgeable and listened to our concerns. She even found a program to help us with pricing for some tests we needed. We've been to other Neurologists that just weren't the best. She was great.
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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Oct 12, 2019
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Dr. Becky is awesome and her staff was great. Easy to get appointments and a really nice building with easy parking too! I would definitely recommend Dr. Becky. She spent so much time with us, and gave us great answers to our questions.
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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Kevin in Laguna Niguel, CA – Jan 26, 2019
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Very unprofessional staff and probably poor representation of Dr. Garfinkle whom unfortunately we won't get a chance to meet and were referred by someone we trust wholeheartedly. Jennifer (only admin staff we had contact with) lacks customer service skills or the office is just too busy/understaffed. I just hope she shreds our private info she asked us to complete ASAP to get us in November but forgot to call us until I left a private message w/ the Doctor. Never rvd the appt email or call.
What went well
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What could be improved
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Oct 16, 2018
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We highly recommend this neurologist. She has be exemplary and personable.
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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JTaylor in CA – Jun 26, 2018
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Dr Garfinkle is very professional and kid friendly at the same time. She's likeable and kids seem to feel right at home with her. I can't say enough about our experience with her over the past 2.5 years. All positive. Receptionist is very nice and welcoming, wait time is minimal, less than 10 minutes. Results for my son have been very good, she's addressed all of the concerns and continues to closely monitor his progress. I would definitely refer friends to her.
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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C.M. From Ladera in Ladera ranch, CA – Jun 13, 2017
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Dr. Garfinkle is amazing!! Great knowledge and easy to talk to! Great for the kids and so helpful with worries and concerns for parents.
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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Susan Boland in San Juan Capistrano, CA – Apr 15, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

I am committed to creating a comfortable environment for parents, teens, and children to have neurologic concerns addressed and questions answered at Pediatric Neurology of Orange County. As a board certified Child and Adolescent Neurologist with...read more

  • Pediatric Neurology

  • Pediatrics

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

  • Walter Reed Army Med Ctr/ntnl Naval Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2009

  • Tripler Army Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 2003

  • Kansas City University College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 2002

  • University Of California At Los Angeles

    Undergraduate School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology
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Locations

Practice

Pediatric Neurology of Orange County PC30131 Town Center Dr Ste 245 Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Hoag Hospital Newport Beach

    1 Hoag Dr
    Newport Beach, CA 92663
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    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

    82%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    17% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Children's Hospital at Mission

    27700 Medical Center Rd
    Mission Viejo, CA 92691
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