How we choose
We look beyond years in practice. We weigh the range and difficulty of the cases each doctor has handled, and their record of strong patient outcomes.
We study each doctor's track record with complex, real-world cases. Our goal is a team of exceptionally skilled professionals you can trust.
We read real patient reviews to confirm each doctor delivers great care and treats people with genuine kindness, respect, and attention.
Handpicked physicians
Trusted specialists across the country, in every field
Dr. Hamid R. Mir is a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon with a private practice in Tustin and added offices in Long Beach and Riverside. He earned his medical degree at the UC San Diego School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Illinois at Chicago. He then trained in orthopedic and neurosurgical spine surgery during a fellowship at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. He has more than 20 years of experience in Southern California. He performs both minimally invasive and open spine surgery, including artificial disc replacement and treatment for herniated discs.
Dr. Scott Greenspahn is a board-certified internal medicine physician and the founder of Coho Medical Group in Bellevue. He runs a direct primary care membership that gives patients 24/7 access by cell phone, text, email, or video. Members get unlimited visits with no copays, plus lower prices on medications and lab tests. Dr. Greenspahn treats high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, and heart disease. He also offers office-based treatment for opioid use disorder. Coho Medical Group accepts several major insurance plans, including Premera, Regence, Aetna, Cigna, and United Healthcare.
Dr. Kent W. Pollock II is a second generation chiropractor who runs The Chiropractic Center of North County in downtown Encinitas. He has been in practice since 2003, first in Carlsbad and now on 2nd Street in Encinitas. His main method is the Gonstead System, and he also uses low force techniques for patients who need a lighter touch. The office offers massage, infrared light therapy, nutrition counseling, and care for sports and personal injuries. Dr. Pollock's practice is listed as veteran owned, and the office serves patients in both English and Spanish.
Merit, not money
No doctor can buy a spot on our list. Every physician earns their place by passing an independent background check. Selection is based on skill and record, never on payment.
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Days, on average, to fully vet each physician
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Who we are
We connect you with physicians who combine real skill with genuine compassion.
Finding the right doctor shouldn't feel overwhelming. We handpick physicians who truly care, pairing medical excellence with genuine compassion.
What makes us different? We never get paid to feature a doctor. We listen to real patients and use their experiences to make sure the physicians we recommend treat people with kindness, not just conditions.
We keep doctor profiles current with fresh patient insight, so you always have reliable information when choosing your care.
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Many doctor lists let physicians pay for a spot or a higher ranking. We do not. No doctor can buy a listing, a better position, or a special badge here. Every doctor earns their place by passing our background check, so the ones you see are chosen for their skill and record, not their marketing budget.
We combine recommendations from medical professionals with real patient feedback, then review each doctor's credentials, experience, and track record before adding them. No doctor can nominate or pay their own way onto the list. This keeps our listings fair and based on merit.
Our team runs a detailed background check with more than 25 verification points. We confirm the doctor's license, board certification, training, and hospital affiliations, and review any complaints or disciplinary actions. On average this takes about 14 days per doctor.
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