Stephen Sigmund's Online Review Report Card

my previous primary doctor did not emphasize the importance of treating wrist problems from programming early. my problem became chronic and Dr Sigman has been very helpful in giving me advice and referrals to find a solution.

Does not listen. Does not care. Rude.

This is by far the worst doctor I have ever experienced. He is too wrapped up in his laptop to even take the time to take care of is patience. My husband has seen him 3 times for an infection and instead of healing my husband he chose to drop us as patients. He never even looked at his infection, then when we asked to be seen by a specialist he approves it but will not follow thru in talking with the specialist so we are completley lost and doctorless now. Absolutely ridiculous. Office staff isnt very helpful either. Constantly being put on hold and ignored. Please avoid this doctor in the North County.

Absolutely perfect. I normally see Jennifer, but when she is not available Dr. Sigmund is great.

I wasn't going to write a review. I don't like to spread negativity. However, I normally see Dr. King, who is amazing, but Dr. Sigmund is no longer allowing me to return to his practice. He is a horrible doctor and human. Against my better judgment, I made an appointment with Dr. Sigmund as my regular doctor was booked for another 2 weeks. I told the medical assistant upon entering all of my issues. She must have only wrote one in the computer. When Dr. Sigmund came into the room. He asked me why I was there. When I started to tell him everything, he wanted to go back to just one issue. He said, Well I only have this one issue in the computer so we need to talk about that. I couldn’t believe my ears. I said, but I am a human not just what is in the computer, so shouldn’t you listen to what my needs are? Plus, couldn’t all the issues have to do with one another? At that he smirked and made me feel like I didn’t know anything. I could tell he just wanted me gone. He asked what medications I was taking. I told him honestly because of my fears I stopped taking them a couple weeks ago to see if that was the issue. Then, He erased all of my medications from the computer. That was not what I expected as some of those medications I needed to continue, I was just letting him know, not expecting such harsh action. He wouldn’t listen to my very real health fears and concerns. I felt belittled and like my concerns didn’t matter. He made some referrals for blood work and an xray, but did not explain to me what they were for, it was almost like he did it just to get me out of there. I left feeling vulnerable, not believed, and I was sobbing still concerned about my health. Never in my life have I been so disrespected by a doctor. Then, I called back today to make an appointment with my regular doctor only to find out he cut me off. He decided I am no longer welcome in his practice. I suffer from anxiety and finding a new doctor does not help that, now, thanks to his inability to be professional, this is something I must do. Do not go to him. he will belittle you and make you feel stupid.

I wasn't going to write a review. I don't like to spread negativity. However, I normally see Dr. King, the other doctor in this practice, she is amazing, but Dr. Sigmund, who owns the practice, is no longer allowing me to return. He is a horrible doctor and human. Against my better judgment, I made an appointment with Dr. Sigmund as my regular doctor was booked for another 2 weeks. I told the medical ...

I wasn't going to write a review. I don't like to spread negativity. However, I normally see Dr. King, the other doctor in this practice, she is amazing, but Dr. Sigmund, who owns the practice, is no longer allowing me to return. He is a horrible doctor and human.Against my better judgment, I made an appointment with Dr. Sigmund as my regular doctor was booked for another 2 weeks. I told the medical assistant, upon entering, all of my issues. She must have only wrote one in the computer. When Dr. Sigmund came into the room. He asked me why I was there. When I started to tell him everything, he wanted to go back to just one issue. He said, Well I only have this one issue in the computer so we need to talk about that. I couldn't believe my ears. I said, but I am a human not just what is in the computer, so shouldn't you listen to what my needs are? Plus, couldn't all the issues have to do with one another? At that he smirked and made me feel like I didn't know anything. I could tell he just wanted me gone. He asked what medications I was taking. I told him honestly because of my fears I stopped taking them a couple weeks ago to see if that was the issue. Then, He erased all of my medications from the computer. That was not what I expected as some of those medications I needed to continue, I was just letting him know, not expecting such harsh action. He wouldn't listen to my very real health fears and concerns. I felt belittled and like my concerns didn't matter. He seemed done, so I asked if he was going to send me to have some screenings or analysis done. To which he asked me what I wanted done. I was in disbelief, and bewildered, not expecting this attitude from a professional. He made some referrals for blood work and an xray, but did not explain to me what they were for, it was as if he did it just to get me out of there. I left feeling vulnerable, not believed, and I was sobbing still concerned about my health. Never in my life have I been so disrespected by a doctor. Then, I called back today to make an appointment with my regular doctor only to find out he cut me off from her. He decided I am no longer welcome in his practice and he was not going to allow Dr. King to have me as her patient. I suffer from anxiety and finding a new doctor does not help that, now, thanks to his inability to be professional, this is something I must do.Do not go to him. he will belittle you and make you feel stupid.

I'm going back to my old insurance. Asked for referral to Rheumatologist he walked out of the room. Was trying to tell him personal information he could care less. I've lived with chronic pain for 15 years. I've gone to pain management for 15 years. Done pain classes. He told me Morphine & Methadone is better than Tramadol. Seriously? I'm not taking either of those. Prescribed me Nabumetone which I was forbidden to take after my gastric sleeve surgery. His prescription nabumetone and a pill to contraindicate ulcers.. No compassion or understanding. I asked for a plan if I don't take Tramadol. I get no response from him or staff. I filed complaints. This is the wrong kind of care. If you treat a patient you care for all aspects. A doctor is supposed to help not hinder. Now I'm forced to go to urgent care or ER for help. I asked to have my thyroid medication refilled - I've taken for 15 years. He said unless you do labs I won't do. I had a family emergency. He could care less - He walked away. I asked for another referral he blew me off. Now I'll have to take my higher dose of thyroid medication. Bed side manner is awful. If you take any kind of pain medication he treats you like a drug addict. Who in their right mind says morphine & methadone is better than tramadol? Don't EVER waste your time with him. He is not in it to help people. He's lost his way.

He’s a great doctor who listens

Dr. Sigmond is friendly and knowledgeable & I believe a competent doctor. He does not take his time during your visit however, to listen to you or explain things to you thoroughly. If you are ok with a doctor who tells you what to do without passing on to you explanations and options then I say use his services. That is not for me and that is the only reason I rated him a three star.