Kaiser Permanente: Velez Maili MD

It is in a very tricky location. You will probably have to go through that darn traffic circle to get there. That's a difficult route to drive and change lanes safely. The parking at the MOB is horrendous- get someone to drop you off- if possible.

I had a recent appointment with Richard Ly Od, Optometrist new to Kaiser in LB, who is fabulous. I use my glasses only for driving and for a number of years, I've been bothered with a correction that seems to pull at one eye, left lens overcorrected maybe? He listened to my concern, explained what probably happened during the last exam and helped me arrive at a new balanced perscription. Most important, he accepted what I said at face value and didn't make me feel stupid for my previous 'wrong' answers to 'is it better this way or that way' or for waiting so long to come back and try again. We discussed a couple things that have come up about... read full review

This Kaiser in Long Beach has been like a home to me for the last six months! Unfortunately, I come here often, but I have enjoyed the service from the reception, pharmacy, and labs. I have also seen my main primary provider often here in person. Parking is very scarce in their underground parking; I have only been on the street once. They have only one level for you to park at because the second level is for employees. I then go up the stairs to the lobby to check-in. You can get your appointment information, lab number, drop off stool samples, and more. The pharmacy can get busy, but that at every hospital if you go at a prime time hour. My primary care doctor has been... read full review