James V Felt, MD

I have been a patient of Dr Felt for over 25 years and I could not find a better physician or friend to care for me. He is patient, understanding and very bright. I find his office staff to be friendly, the resources easy to use and appointments easy to make even on short notice.

Very late to an appointment that was the first appointment of the day. 8:15 appointment and had told staff I needed to leave by 8:55. Dr. Felt arrives at the office st 8:45. Seemed unconcerned. Unimpressive.

This is a review of Dr. Felt in regards to his Nephrology practice which is based out of the same location of 350 — 30^th Street in Oakland.
First off, when I called the office to set up my appointment at 510−204−8290, the front office staff wasn’t even aware that he also specialized in Nephrology. She insisted that he only served as a PCP at this location. Additionally, she didn’t have an alternative phone number for me to schedule said appointment.
I had to call Sutter’s main number twice only for them to figure out, that in fact, his Nephrology practice is out of this location. I’m so glad people know where they work and what services they provide!
Secondly, my appointment was scheduled for 7:45 AM as I didn’t want to have to dip into my sick time at work. Dr. Felt didn’t enter the exam room until 8:20 AM! I didn’t receive an update from a single staff member letting me know he was running late. I also know I was his first appointment of the day. So much for not dipping into my sick time at work!
Meanwhile, during my 35 minute wait, I can hear the Medical Assistants arguing in the hallway with one another. Very professional.
Dr. Felt asked me, «How are you doing?» My response was, «I’m frustrated, did you know my appointment was scheduled for 7:45 AM?» His response, «Well, we’re off to a great start now aren’t we?» No apology or explanation whatsoever.
I found Dr. Felt to be stand-​offish, and primarily tuned into his computer rather than with me. One would hope at the very least that the reason you are waiting 35 minutes is because the doctor is reviewing your chart ahead of time. Don’t be so hopeful Zipper!
I don’t care if I go into renal failure. I will not return to this practice.

I have been going to Dr Felt for three years now and am extremely satisfied with him and his office. They are responsive and friendly. I like his bed-​side manner and his style fits me. I recently changed insurances and I had a choice to choose an insurance that does not include Dr Felt and I chose to stay with him even though the other insurance was cheaper, sometimes you truly get what you pay for…

Awful. I went in for a follow up after an accident where I had been seen in the ER. I was concerned about healing. He wanted to know if I came to see him because the accident happened in state park and was interested in a lawsuit. I never mentioned anything like that and even though I could have gone that route I decided I wanted to focus on getting better. It was inappropriate for him to assume that.
Then it got worse and he started in on why he thought I should have weight loss surgery. Hello — I’m here about another issue and I’m only seeing you because my primary doctor (whom I adore) isn’t available today.
Never again.

I’ve been a patient of Dr. Felt for at least 25 years. And after recently moving to Nevada, I still make the 3 hour trip down to see him. He has always been honest with me and gives me encouragement despite my many failings. It’s a drag getting older, but he has helped me make my journey with dignity. I couldn’t ask for a better lifetime doctor.

$ 233 for a five minute chat to let me know what I already knew: «ma’am, you have liquid stuck in your ear, here is a nose spray.»
I call that robbery. with a license.
PS I inquired, before and during my visit, how much it costs to see the doctor. Four different employees could not give an answer.

Dr. Felt is extremely professional and knowledgeable, and communicates in a way that is reassuring and not overwhelming. I’ve always had a positive experience. He is the best doctor — I would recommend him and his friendly staff to anyone.

Felt is great. He doesn’t mince words, he tells you what he needs to do, he provides his expert opinion and tries to get you to go along.
His «bedside» manner is fine and he cares that you get better.
If you want to play Dr. on yourself, go elsewhere. If you want expert medical attention from a personable and no nonsense physician– come here.

Not a good sign — simply called to confirm that Dr. Felt accepts my PPO, and I am kept on hold for a total of 20 minutes.
After waiting for 10 minutes, I decide to press 1 to leave a message and am left on hold for three minutes. During those minutes, I wonder why their phone system is so poorly designed that I can’t simply leave a message. An operator finally answers and asks if I can hold to which I state I’ve already been holding for 15 minutes — they mumble something and place me on hold before I can reply. I wait for anther five minutes then hang up.
Is this terrible foreshadowing? Imagine if I were a sick patient that needed to schedule an appointment or reorder a prescription.

This 5 (FIVE) STAR review goes out to Physician Assistant — Vicki Guzman for the BEST clinical attention I’ve ever had. Vicki is at the top of her game and delivers sound clinical treatment with a fantastic attitude. I usually either walk out smiling or laughing…
I’ve called in on numerous occasions when I couldnt make it into the office for advice and/​or a Rx and she is always willing to help.
Vicki rocks!!!