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Patient Rating 4.8/5
4.8/5

Olga M. Calof, MD

Languages: Russian, English
Specialties:
Accepting New Patients

General Information

Professional Statement
Dr. Calof is an Assistant Professor on faculty in the department of Endocrinology at Charles R. Drew University in Los Angeles. She has been active in the Endocrine Society and received an award from Women in Endocrinology for her research activities. Dr. Calof spends a significant amount of time working with diabetes and thyroid problems; however she maintains a strong interest in women's health issues including osteoporosis and reproductive issues. She is currently the principal investigator of a National Institutes of Health funded study on the influence of hormones on women. Dr. Calof is an avid speaker and teacher and particularly enjoys caring for her patients in her specialty fields of Endocrinology and Internal Medicine. In her spare time, Dr. Calof enjoys the outdoors with her husband, two children and Weimaraner Laika.
Education
Institution
Type
St. George's University School Of Medicine, Grenada, West Indies
Medical School
San Joaquin General Hospital, French Camp, CA
Internship
San Joaquin General Hospital, French Camp, CA
Residency
Charles R. Drew University Of Medicine & Sciences, Los Angeles, CA
Fellowship
Health Plans Accepted
  • Aetna HMO
  • Aetna Medicare
  • Aetna POS/EPO
  • Aetna Preferred Provider Organization
  • Anthem Blue Cross California Care HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross Covered CA HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross Covered CA PPO/EPO
  • Beechstreet
  • Blue Shield of CA 65 Plus Senior Plan HMO
  • Blue Shield of CA Covered CA HMO
  • Blue Shield of CA Covered CA PPO/EPO
  • Blue Shield of CA HMO Plan
  • Care 1st HMO Blue Cross
  • Cigna HMO
  • Cigna POS/EPO
  • Cigna Preferred Provider Organization (PPO)
  • Coventry Integrated Network PPO
  • Health Net Covered CA PPO
  • Health Net HMO
  • Health Net PPO/EPO/POS
  • Health Net Seniority Plus HMO
  • Humana ChoiceCare PPO
  • LA Care Covered CA HMO
  • Medicare
  • Molina Medicare Advantage HMO
  • Scan Senior Health Plan HMO
  • Secure Horizons Secure/UHC HMO
  • TriWest PPO
  • United Healthcare EPO
  • United Healthcare HMO
  • United Healthcare POS
  • United Healthcare PPO

Board Certifications
  • American Board of Internal Medicine, Endocrinology
  • American Board of Internal Medicine, Endocrinology & Metabolism
Clinical Interests
  • Diabetes Management
  • Diabetes Mellitus
  • Menopause
  • Obesity
  • Osteoporosis
  • Pituitary Disorders
  • Weight Problem

PATIENT RATINGS AND COMMENTS

The Patient Rating score is based on responses given during the CAHPS Patient Experience Survey.Responses are measured on a 10 - point scale, with 10 being the best score. These scores are then translated to a 5 - point scale in order to display results in a 5 - star rating.Comments are also gathered from the same survey and displayed in their entirety with the exception of any language that may be considered slander, libel or contain private health information, which will be removed prior to publishing the comments.

4.8 out of 5 (164 Ratings, 43 Comments)

100

02/28/2018
this provider is very well VERSE in her specialty. I enjoy LISTENING to her advise and promoting great health.
100

02/20/2018
unusually responsive physician, explains everything
90

02/19/2018
I like my doctor. [...]
100

02/16/2018
I have very good experiences with my provider.
100

02/14/2018
Dr. Calof and staff, take a personal interest in my well being....
100

02/12/2018
lovely lady- she lisens
100

02/11/2018
Good experience over all.
100

02/07/2018
I always feel that I am important to this Doctor.. she listens and really seems to care .. if I need a referral I usually have it before leaving the Dr's office .. her "team" in the office is kind and caring .. and very friendly
100

01/25/2018
Dr. Calof is an excellent Dr. She takes great care of me and my husband. I brag about her all the time. We are blessed to have her as our Dr.
100

01/25/2018
Dr calif was excellent listener, knew her specialty well and gave me good advice on foods, supplements and treatments for my issues. definitely lied her expertise and msnner.
100

01/24/2018
always feel listened to. she often has suggestions to make me more healthy. Dr Calof is so kind!!!
90

01/10/2018
showed only concern for the reason I was there and the staff were very friendly and helpful with questions that I had
100

12/15/2017
Physician and office were always helpful, concerned and willing to take time to explain instructions and the need for any changes in care/meds.
100

12/07/2017
Dr. Calof has been the most sensitive and attentive doctor I've seen in this office. I wish she was my GP.
100

11/01/2017
Dr. Calof is professional, knowledgeable, and very caring. Definitely, recommend her....and I have.
100

10/25/2017
I loved her! she's so much better than my other endocrinologist [...]. Dr. Olga is kind and she's a great listener!
100

10/04/2017
I am very satisfied with my healthcare with regards to my chronic conditions.
100

09/18/2017
Dr. Calof is in the top 3 of all the medical providers I have ever had in my 71 years of life. She is exceptional.
100

09/07/2017
love dr. Calof. wish she was my primary & not just my endocrinologist. she & her staff are awesome!
100

08/30/2017
Dr Calof is a wonderful Dr. she listens , answers your questions with respect.
100

08/23/2017
all good!
100

08/16/2017
Superior - Always - Very, very good all times.
100

08/16/2017
This was my second visit with Dr Calof concerning diabetes. She is an excellent communicator and a great motivator. Even my wife, who is particular about medical concerns, thinks she is a top rated physician.
70

08/12/2017
Doctors should be able to treat the patient, not just the numbers
100

08/07/2017
She is very concerned about giving her patients the best medical help.
100

08/03/2017
excellent
90

07/26/2017
I feel that she really cares.
100

07/24/2017
Dr Calof is an awesome , caring provider who has always provided me with excellent quality of care.
100

07/24/2017
[...] at the front desk, the person who takes your vitals and of course Dr Calof make me feel important, like I am their only patient .. they are kind and take time with me.. answer questions and are very helpful ...
90

07/23/2017
Office staff had hard time getting a med authorized...did not communicate well with me.
100

07/04/2017
Most appointment questions about health weren't answered or addressed after much calling some of issues addressed physical therapy no refer to drs. & they do not know if you are there.
100

06/28/2017
The doctor is very personable and she took the time to go over my specific needs including my medication. She knew what test to order and told me why I needed it in terms that I could understand. I like her very much.
90

06/22/2017
The assistant that drew blood gave me a very large black and blue mark with a bubble!
100

06/13/2017
Always good, cheerful and knowledgable
100

06/05/2017
EXCELLENT
100

05/17/2017
the Dr's are great the nurses/ front desk are very friendly and are always smiling and very polite your testing facilities need improvement they are rude and not informative at all and a waste of time
100

05/10/2017
This was my first visit with Dr Calof and I was very impressed. She is very thorough in her examination and very helpful in answering questions in detail.
80

05/05/2017
Wait time still a problem even though I am scheduled early in the day.
100

04/27/2017
It is so refreshing to have doctors that care about Me and take the time to listen and help me to understand what is going on. My health is not so good but I know that it will get better,
100

04/20/2017
Lovely and efficient staff. Knowledgeable physician.
80

04/19/2017
I feel very comfortable with this Doctor.
100

04/05/2017
Dr. Calof, MD is a wonderful, and Caring Doctor. She does take good Care of me.
100

03/29/2017
Dr. Calof always encourages me to get proper exercise and helped me with dietary questions I had. She treats the whole patient and not just the illness that originally brought me to her (hypothyroidism.)
 
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