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Dr. Willie Lu, MD

Dr. Willie Lu, MD

Internal Medicine*

Dr. Willie Lu, MD is an internist in Los Gatos, CA. He is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (16 reviews)

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Willie Lu, MD

Willie Lu, MD320 Dardanelli Ln Ste 21B Los Gatos, CA 95032
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  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • TrustworthyPatients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews

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Dr. Lu's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lu

4.2
16 ratings, 8 with a written review
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Great Doctor who respects the patients time and $
Been with Dr Lu for several decades. He's very responsive and easy to work with. He's the only doctor I know where if your appointment is at 9:15, the door opens at 9:15 by Dr Lu and you are escorted to the exam room! Unheard of these days. He's very contentious about patient needs and the costs of care - including the cost of procedures and medications. I can trust that, if he recommends something, I should do it. His care is tailored to my specific health needs.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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RayB – Mar 16, 2024
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Disappointed
He rejected me as I just started Medicare, disappointed/Sad! I’ve been going to Dr. Lu for about 25 years, I like his bedside manner and feel he’s very thorough. I experienced all lot of loss, was emotional wreck his then receptionist no empathy, poor customer service, so I stopped going to the doctor. He replaced Mae,so I called for an appointment, he rejected me cuz I’ve just started Medicare. Very disappointed and makes very SAD. Looking for a new doctor that cares for their patients.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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love4dani.rose@yahoo.com – Apr 14, 2023
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I called this doctor’s office on a referral, they confirmed they accepted new patients, confirmed they were in-network with my insurance and set up an appointment for routine annual visit with Dr. Lu for 5 weeks later. Two days prior to the appointment, the receptionist called to confirm the appointment and walked me thru office protocols. I asked what their office policy was and if there were any additional charges pertaining to new patients I needed to be aware of. After checking with the billing person who is also the office manager, the receptionist called to inform they were cancelling my appointment because they did not want to have any issues with insurance. I asked that the doctor or the office manager call me but no one called me back. There are several reviews online documenting similar experience with one review saying the doctor had said “he had issues with all insurance companies”
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Lily Houshangnia – Sep 29, 2021
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Dr. Lu was very attentive and his diagnosis was spot on. I would recommend Dr. Lu.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jul 14, 2021
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Dr. Lu is very thorough in his examination and explanation. You can ask him questions and he will give you a candid response. When I needed a shoulder specialist, he immediately texted the doctor for me. As soon as I got inside my car, I received a call from the specialist to set up an appointment. He is my kind of a doctor!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
1 other person found this helpful
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Jan 14, 2021
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I've been going to Dr Lu for many, many years, he is an awesome, smart & very sharp and knows his stuff. I consider him a good friend. When it comes to my health, he calls it every time. He does not play games with you, he tells you straight up what the deal is, so if you don't like that go to someone else. He's always been there for me. I always follow his directions and he's never done me wrong. Please remember people doctors do not have a magic wand and they are human. Anyone who says anything negative about this man is LYING and or does not like the fact that maybe he told them something they did not like or want to hear. MOVE ON. Doctor Lu is a VERY SPECIAL PERSON. Wow he looks young for his age.
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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Cathy Gordon – May 04, 2020
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I love Dr. Lu! He always knows the answers to every question I bring him and he has such a sensible, common sense explanation. He has a very nice manner and is always respectful. I just feel very confident that he is an excellent physician and would recommend him to anyone. His office is no frills but they get you and out in in a timely manner.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Morgan Hill, CA – Mar 12, 2017
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Does not listen, miss diagnosis, argues with patient. Would not recommend.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Patricia Martin in San Jose, CA – Nov 23, 2016
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Dr. Willie Lu, MD is an internist in Los Gatos, CA. He is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
  • Internal Medicine

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  • Mclaren Regional Medical Center

    Residency Hospital
  • Chinese General Hospital

    Internship Hospital
  • University Of Santo Tomas

    Medical School
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Good Samaritan Hospital

    2425 Samaritan Dr
    San Jose, CA 95124
    Recipient of 33
    hospital awards

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

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    70%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

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