Kenneth L Buch, MD

I was overdue for a routine colonoscopy because the last one (12 years ago) with a physician in Beverly Hills was a horrible experience. My experience with Dr. Buch and his staff last week was excellent in every way. I received clear instructions from office staff and they were in contact 2 days before the procedure to confirm. Dr. Buch was efficient, competent, and very professional. The surgi-​center where the procedure was performed was amazing– clean, organized and well run. The staff put me at ease and provided constant attention. Dr. Buch and the nursing staff demonstrated an extremely high level of knowledge and competence. If you have to have a colonoscopy, I would highly recommend Dr. Buch, as he has completed thousands of these procedures. I received two follow up calls from the surgi-​center staff and Dr. Buch, as promised. As easy as it was this time, I am hoping that in 10 years there will be an alternative procedure that doesn’t involve the disgusting prep. Also, no matter what insurance you have, colonoscopies generally involve a sizeable out of pocket cost. I would also recommend to pay extra for the anesthesia– it made a very positive difference for me.

I rarely/​never write negative reviews but feel compelled to do so for Dr. Buch.
I went to him complaining of abdominal pain. He was rude and dismissive; treating me as if I was a «hypcochondriac“and showed no interest in helping me.» My pain however was quite real. (I later learned that MD’s do at times treat IBS patients this way, but I did not know at the time that I had IBS — only severe pain). At one point he literally threw a medication sample across the desk at me, stating, «try this.» I am hoping this review is helpful to anyone considering seeing this doctor. He is in no way deserving of 4 stars…

Interesting range of reviews here. We had quite the opposite experience. We were referred by an ENT to come to Dr Buch to treat my husbands chronic reflux. After a few minutes of sitting with this doctor my husband and I looked at one another and we had the same reaction. Yes. Yes to a thorough doctor. Yes to a doctor who came in with as much information on my husband as possible. Yes to a doctor who spent time really listening, acquiring and coordinating information and even cancelled unnecessary tests. Honestly we had become so disgruntled with the medical care we had received recently where doctors order every test under the sun and laugh their way to the bank at your expense. Yay for an ethical doctor! Personality wise– he is somewhat cut and dry, not the warm and fuzzy type if that’s what you want. The office staff is extremely friendly, pleasant and professional as well and a very clean, upscale and modern office.

Dr. Buch is an excellent gastroenterologist, who came highly recommended to me by a Dr friend. On two occasions I required endoscopic procedures. He was knowledgeable, experienced, and explained the procedures thoroughly both before and after. I was very satisfied with his bedside manner and his care of me. I can recommend him without reservation.

If you are looking for a GI Doctor, look no further. Dr. Buch is the best! He is super smart, experienced and really knows his stuff. I have various family members who have been seeing him for many years and wouldn’t think of going anywhere else. The first time I saw him I wasn’t even sure what was wrong. He patiently questioned me about many things not just my symptoms. He asked about my diet, lifestyle, even whether or not I had issues with anxiety — he was so thorough! In the end, he recommended a treatment that has kept me symptom free for the first time in years! A great Doctor!

I recently visited this MD’s office after searching for GI Doctors online. From my first contact with this office I was pleasantly surprised. The reception staff was warm and friendly and made a real effort to schedule my appointment as quickly as possible. Dr. Buch seemed so knowledgeable about my previously diagnosed condition; I was immediately put at ease. He recommended a course of treatment that was much easier than what I had been doing. Dr. Buch’s experience and expertise left me feeling like I was in excellent hands! I highly recommend him.

Dr. Buch is AMAZING! I look forward to coming to his office. His office staff is beyond friendly and very accommodating. They always squeeze me in when I need an appointment. Dr. Buch is not only efficient but he truly cares about his patients. I have referred many friends and family to him and they always tell me how happy they are with him. I always tell people, if my mom (the most important person in my life) needed a GI I would send her straight to Dr. Buch. When eventually she did need one, I called Dr. Buch’s office and they scheduled her for an appointment that day. They are kind and considerate and work very hard to make sure you have an amazing experience. I would give 10 stars if I could. Thank you Dr. Buch, Mary & Karla!

Dr Buch is very knowledgeable and very attentive to his patient’s needs. He didn’t dismiss me although my stomach complaints were vague. He didn’t give up on ways to help me with my issues. I highly recommend this physician.

If I could give 0 stars I would. Never, in my entire life, have I ever been treated so poorly by a physician’s office. Not only is the staff the rudest I have ever encountered, but Dr. Buch has treated me as if I am one of the many patients he needs to fit in to his busy schedule and I should take what I can get. Funny, then, that I am now the 3^rd patient I know of in the recent past who has left him. Clearly, I would suggest steering VERY clear of him and his insanely rude staff.

I was recommended to Dr. Buch by a patient of his who happens to be a plastic surgeon. I thought going to a doctor who another doctor goes to would be a pretty good choice. Well let me just say that I was so pleased with Dr. Buch. He was straight forward, efficient, courteous, and very professional. Although I was asleep during each procedure, when I awoke he was right there to explain every result to me. He is a very good doctor and I would highly recommend him.