Wendy Fields's Online Review Report Card

Pros: Dr. Wendy is good at ordering tests to rule out conditions, but her expertise in Sibo is not good. Cons: Unfortunately, my trust in her as a physician disappeared as she rushed through appointments she was late for, has a habit of not being able to answer certain health questions definitively due to a lack of knowledge and lacks genuine empathy. She may have too many patients in that she didn't remember things on my medical file which made me feel like I was educating her instead of the other way around. The most concerning to me besides not being able to form a comprehensive plan of treatment and healing for my condition is that she lied about things she had said she informed/diagnosed me with. You remember something like that and it wasn't until I addressed my concerns that these new things were brought up which is irresponsible for a healthcare provider. It is very hard when you feel like just another number. If you do not know something it is important to admit early on especially if you are not well-versed in treating complex conditions that require continued education in the medical field.

Dr Ho is the BOMB !!My husband and I first saw Dr Ho in 2019. We initially chose her based on her excellent medical credentials ((Albert Einstein for her medical degree, and Mass General (Harvard) for her Internship, Residency, and Fellowship, and she is Board Certified)).Admittedly, UCLA MedIcal is cumbersome and many of UCLA's processes and staff are often difficult. But despite these headaches, Dr Ho is soooo worth it.Example: Dr Ho just called us again at 7pm to follow up on a message I left. This was her THIRD CALL, as we failed to pick up the phone previously on 2 other days. How many doctors still do this, and are so conscientious about their patient's care? More often than not, you find that you're constantly "chasing" the doctor to get information or return calls. And when you do finally talk with them, you feel like you have to talk really fast because they are rushing you out the door or off the phone. This is certainly not the case with Dr Ho. Gastroenterologists are not the type of doctors you usually look forward to seeng. But, honestly, if you do need to see one, wouldn't you want one that's an excellent physician and one who has a kind heart for their patients?

Dr.Ho is an exceptional doctor. She is very caring and attentive, not to mention extremely thorough and knowledgeable in her field. She is the first GI doctor that I have seen who acknowledged and investigated all my concerns rather than to dismiss what I was feeling. I highly recommend her. She goes above and beyond basic patient care. She shows concern for her patients as well as accommodates their needs even when it means it would put her out of her way. She genuinely cares!

I chose Dr Ho based on her credentials. I have Hoshimoto Thyroiditis and Dr Ho helped me clean my gut from H Pylori & SIBO which could be related to autoimmune disorders. Now I can absorb my medication & vitamins better. Dr Ho office works with Cedars-Sinai famed Dr Pimentel who is famous for treating motility issues. Dr Pimentel wouldn't see patients but Dr Ho requested I be tested in his labs & he signed off on my Diagnosis, which is great second opinion to have. Now Dr Ho is treating me for motility issues. Great doctor, very knowledgeable

I've been thinking of writing this review for the last 8 years, but it wasn't until now that I felt like I could do it without getting upset. My hands would literally shake with rage and anxiety and I would have to stop. In 2011 I was referred to Dr. Ho with GI problems, after moving back to California from Oregon. The year before I had stopped digesting food for about 3 months and passed so much bile through my gut that the lining became damaged. My Oregon practitioner had done some tests that showed an imbalance of gut bacteria -- very low probiotic counts, alongside high Strep and E-coli (the bad kind). Dr. Ho said she didn't know what that meant, and that she didn't even know what lactobacilli is. The label on a cup of yogurt can tell you what it is, and this woman has a medical degree. In retrospect, these signs clearly pointed to SBBO (small bowel bacterial overgrowth), a condition that can be easily diagnosed with a simple breath test. Dr. Ho did eventually refer me for this test, but not until she wrung my insurance provider dry at the cost of my health and well-being. After a number of blood and stool tests that were redundant, since I had brought my file from Oregon that showed the same results, she scheduled me in for a colonoscopy. In preparing for it, I emailed her to ask for advice on how to make sure my under-nourished, weak body didn't take too much of a hit, considering the limitations on my diet because of the many intolerances I had developed. She scheduled an office visit to discuss it, and when I showed up, she not only had no idea why I was even there and no memory of our email exchange a few days before, but brushed me off with suggestions that completely went against my list of intolerances. She had no useful suggestions when I reminded her of my limitations, and insisted that I just focus on drinking the whole gallon of colon cleanser the night before. When it came to it, I was less than halfway through the cleanser when its effects had very clearly been achieved, so I checked in with her, as I worried that drinking the rest would affect me badly. She was irritated that I had checked in with her and insisted I drink the whole thing -- after looking into it, I decided not to, because it could have seriously dehydrated me and been dangerous to my health. After the procedure, I had to be given two bags of saline IV just to be able to be pushed to the car taking me home in a wheelchair. I was in bed for almost a week, had several panic attacks, and took weeks to recover to the already bad condition I had been in before the procedure. Dr. Ho offered no support whatsoever -- I emailed her because I was so unwell, and all she said was that this shouldn't have been my body's reaction. She offered no advice or help. She had also told me after the procedure that she had found intestinal lesions, but in our follow-up meeting said the opposite, and never looked into why she had made the initial statement. After putting me through absolute hell, she referred me for a breath test, a non-invasive, simple test that showed I had SBBO. She prescribed anti-biotics, which worried me as my digestive system already weak. I can't make this up: she actually said to me that these were antibiotics that didn't affect probiotic bacteria. I've spoken to several GI's since (respected doctors in their field in New York and London) who've all said that no such antibiotic exists, they all affect probiotic bacteria as well as invasive ones, which is why it's recommended for a lot of people to take probiotic supplements when prescribed antibiotics. Dr. Ho baldly lied in my face about medication she prescribed me and the anti-biotics wrecked my guts. I'm not big on natural treatments -- I believe in medication and vaccines as the primary form of treatment and prevention. Nevertheless, after a quick google search (now that I had a diagnosis) I found that peppermint oil capsules were all that were needed to treat SBBO, and once I had treated myself with these (and intensive probiotic supplements) it only took 3 months before my GI system had not only significantly improved, but I was able to re-introduce most foods that I had been intolerant to, able to work again, and regained my strength. Several GI doctors have since reinforced that peppermint oil is a standard treatment for SBBO, and they wouldn't prescribe antibiotics to someone with such a weak digestive system. Dr. Ho didn't listen to me as a patient, lacked basic knowledge necessary for her work, and chose the most invasive tests before the lesser ones. In the process she not only didn't prepare me, but made my symptoms worse though this was avoidable, not only with how she approached medical tests, but even in her treatment. Her bedside manner is nonexistent, and I am convinced that she couldn't care less about her patients, only what she can bill their insurance for.

I saw Dr. Ho today and she was honestly so wonderful. She explained in detail what she thought was wrong with me and spent time making sure I understood. She is very down to earth, clear, and friendly. She also used some analogies to make me understand my treatment even more. If you want to see a GI doctor at UCLA, see Dr. Ho because she is that great. I look forward to seeing her again.

Dr Ho is caring, extremely knowledgeable and skilled. Her educational background is also very impressive. I've had ongoing upper abdominal issues and she has always been patient, kind and very thorough throughout the investigative process. She also recently performed a routine colonoscopy for me and I felt so reassured going into the procedure with her in charge. She is very busy of course but that's to be expected in this setting. Dr. Ho is professional, efficient and gets the job done. I'm a medical provider myself and very particular about my health care. I'm so happy to have been referred to her.

Detail oriented, knowledgeable, considerate, and a good listener. Did all necessary tests and procedures in a short amount of time. Definitely recommend.

For many years I have been trying to find a doctor to help me with my problem. Dr. Ho is so kind and caring. She has called me at home to check up on me. It is a long drive to UCLA Medical Center, but well worth it. I am so grateful that she was recommended to me.Barbara A.

I didn't know I was suppose to take my daughter every 3 months for asthma care, she is amazing and does everything so nicely and respectfully, she makes you feel very comfortable. Wish I knew about her sooner