Care Compliments

The first time I met Dr Eilber in June of 2008, I had just had surgery for an abd tumor and it was determined that I had Leomyosarcoma and was referred to Dr. Eilber. I first found him very intimidating and rather arrogant. BUT I credit Dr Eilber for saving my life. He told me I had very little chance of living 2 years and here I am 11 years later doing well. He jumped on all the right treatments for me and kept on top of my progress and I came to really respect him. He found my second occurrence in 2013 and immediately sent me for surgery and followed up with chemo. I have since moved to Nevada and have a new doctor but I will always be grateful to Dr. Eilber for his knowledge and expertise in my care and referring me to the right people at the right time. Thank you Dr. Eilber.

By: Kathy B.

Dr. Weimer is literally the best doctor I've ever had! It's easy to talk to her, even about kinda scary stuff like gender issues, because she's a fantastic listener, and makes you feel like you matter. She's great at explaining medications, procedures, and other complicated health stuff, and I felt way more informed as her patient than I ever have with another doctor. I feel so lucky to have found her, and to have gotten to transition under her care!

By: Asa G.

I really like this UCLA Health location. It is very clean and warm and inviting. The staff are very friendly and make sure to treat you in a respectful manner. Today I had Ana P, who welcomed me with a smile from start to finish. She models what good customer service is. Her energy and paying close attention to detail makes you feel like you are more than just a number. Dr. Maddan is very kind as well and very patient. My appointment was at 11:45, and I was seen right on time. Thank you for a wonderful experience.

By: Natasha G.

Our family was at 5 North Wing/Geriatrics Unit at UCLA Medical Center, Santa Monica for several days for end-of- life care of our mother Concepción, a patient of UCLA since 1994, when she had a liver transplant that extended her life by twenty-five and a half years. Our mom was at the hospital from Sunday November 10th and passed away on Thursday November 14th. The care team at Santa Monica UCLA Hospital in the North Tower, floor 5 was exceptional. Primary nurses Liz Medina and Salve Arreola, and care partner Vimi Ram, were professional, compassionate, caring and very informative and sensitive as they helped keep our mother comfortable and guided us through a painful moment. We are eternally grateful to Liz, Salvi, and Vimi - from the Novoa family.

By: Rafael N.

Ngozi was assigned to us several times as my husband (Leonardo) was recovering from kidney transplant surgery. She's just awesome, the best that a person could hope for in a care provider. She's attentive, compassionate, concerned and very knowledgeable. She remembers our preferences and checks on us regularly. She also checks on me regularly (spouse) just to see if I am ok or need anything. It was a joy having her as he was recovering. Thanks Ngozi.

By: Linda B.

Gabriela was assigned to us as a Care Partner when my husband (Leonardo) was recovering from kidney transplant surgery. She's an awesome, dedicated, committed Care Partner who shows compassion and concern. She is responsive and remembers people's preferences. She asked me, the wife, what she could do for me, as well as for my husband who was the patient. We appreciated her so much.

By: Linda B.

While I believe Brenda is fairly new, she shows the perfect mix of care, compassion, friendliness and dedication to her job to go far in the medical field. She was assigned to my husband's (Leonardo) care, during his recovery from kidney transplant surgery, and we couldn't have asked for a better Care Partner. She's everything that you hope for when you're recovering from surgery and we're grateful she was assigned to us.

By: Linda B.

Angie was our first nurse assigned to us after my husband's kidney transplant surgery. (my husband is Leonardo). Angie shines in her nursing duties, and her caring, compassionate personality comes out. She's very knowledgeable, very responsive and checks in on us to make sure we're ok. Andre' and I appreciated her calm presence so much as he began his recovery (which turned into 2 admissions, but is going well now) from his transplant. She's just the type of nurse that a person hopes will be assigned to them. Thanks Angie, you're awesome.

By: Linda B.

Just wanted to compliment Miss Tanicka; my husband, (Leonardo) has had 2 admissions, for kidney transplant issues and recovery, and I would run into Tanicka on the floor, going about her duties. We just clicked, she was so kind and I felt I could talk to her, , she was always concerned not only about my husband but also about how I was doing. This is a tough journey for the spouse of the transplant patient, and it was nice having someone actually ask how I was doing on a personal level. We would talk when I would see her around and I appreciate her calm demeanor and her kindness. Thanks Tanicka.

By: Linda B.

Just wanted to recognize Caitlin; she's an awesome volunteer and I hope she has a big future in the medical field. She's kind, caring, concerned and extremely helpful. She's everything one hopes for in their care providers and my husband (Leonardo) and I just wanted to say thanks, she's appreciated.

By: Linda B.

Nikki is one of the nurses assigned to us during my husband's (Leonardo) 2 admissions for issues regarding his kidney transplant. Nikki is caring, concerned, professional and knowledgeable. We felt like she was 'hearing us' and the level of nursing care was excellent. Just wanted to thank her, she's been awesome and worthy of recognition.

By: Linda B.

Shimran is the type of Care Partner that people hope to be assigned to them, as they recover. She's kind, responsive, checks in on us (My husband is the patient, Leonardo, recovering from kidney transplant surgery, on 2 admissions). Shimran has a lot of answers, but what she doesn't know she'll go find out for us or provide us with someone who does know. Can't ask for more than that. She remembers my husband's preferences, and brings us things without us having to even ask. She's awesome and we're grateful that she was our Care Partner angel while we were here.

By: Linda B.

Angela has been a fount of invaluable information. She's caring, concerned, very knowledgeable in her field. She's answered all of our questions, (throughout our 2 admissions regarding my husband's (Leonardo) kidney transplant. She's responsive, and stays in touch. That part is important. She's provided all kinds of written info and I read everything. Thanks Angela, for your care. You're invaluable.

By: Linda B.

Huizhen (Jane) is the best nurse (RN) anyone could hope for. My husband has had a long complicated recovery from kidney transplant surgery, and Jane has been assigned to us several times. She's so friendly, professional, knowledgeable and we feel full confidence when she's assigned to us. Thanks Jane, for all you do.

By: Linda B.

Just wanted to thank Marci for her very professional care and concern during my husband's (Leonardo) 2 admissions related to his kidney transplant. Marci has been awesome, knowledgeable, concerned about both of us (I stayed in the room the whole time). Marci provided all kinds of valuable info and services, that were so helpful. I don't have enough words to portray our gratitude for her calm presence and her involvement in my husband's care. She's everything that a person hopes will be involved in their care. Thanks Marci.

By: Linda B.

Dr. Veale is the most caring and concerned doctor I've ever met. I felt he had my husband's (Leonardo) best interests at heart, for the kidney transplant and beyond, when some complications developed. He explained everything so we could understand, visited regularly during recovery and kept up with my husband's stats. We expect to be seeing more of him, once my husband is discharged and we begin the clinic care journey, as there are still a couple surgical issues to be finally resolved; we have full trust in Dr. Veale, and feel he's everything a patient prays their surgeon/doctor will be. I'm grateful. Kidney transplant is quite a journey, and Dr. Veale has made it easier all the way.

By: Linda B.

Just wanted to send a big thank you to/for Maria Medina. She's been assigned to us (my husband is the patient, Leonardo Binns) a few times during our 2 admissions for his kidney transplant. She is awesome, caring, professional, friendly, responsive and very knowledgeable. She remembers what preferences are. She's everything that a person hopes their care provider will be, and I'm grateful that she was assigned to work with us.

By: Linda B.

Corrina is one of the best nurses i have ever had. Attentive to every one of my needs, she would anticipate issues and explain them or quickly move on to minimize any discomfort or anxiety that I might feel. She was kind, caring and her incredibly patient. She really does exemplify the best of UCLA care.

By: Jessica F.