Accepting New Patients
Michael C. Opene, MD
- Internal Medicine
Average rating:
5.0
Star ratings are displayed only for those physicians who participate in UCLA Health’s patient experience survey program and have received a minimum of 30 survey responses.
Toluca Lake Primary Care
|
4323 West Riverside Drive, Burbank, CA 91505
US
About
Dr. Michael Opene is an internal medicine physician who practices at UCLA Health MPTF Toluca Lake location in Burbank. Special interests include Men's health, Obesity, cardiorespiratory fitness, integrative medicine, chronic diseases including; Diabetes, COPD, Hypertension, and many more.
Dr. Opene is a Los Angeles native. Dr. Opene received his undergraduate degree at UCLA. He then went on to complete his medical degree at Keck School of Medicine of USC and completed a residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.
Dr. Opene is a Los Angeles sports team enthusiast. Other interests include golfing, cooking, working, out, and spending quality time with family.
Languages
Education
Medical Board Certification
Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2020
Residency
Internal Medicine, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, 2020
Degree
MD, Keck School of Medicine of the USC, 2017
Locations
Hospital Affiliations
Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
Areas of Focus
Insurance
- Aetna
- Anthem Blue Cross
- Blue Shield of California
- Centivo
- Cigna
- First Health
- Health Net of California
- Interplan (part of HealthSmart)
- L.A. Care
- Medicare Advantage
- MultiPlan
- UFCM Health System
- Prime Health Services
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- TRICARE
- UnitedHealthcare
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Reviews
Overall Rating:
5.0
Star ratings are displayed only for those physicians who participate in UCLA Health’s patient experience survey program and have received a minimum of 30 survey responses.
277 total ratings | 200 reviews
5.0
March 29, 2025
Dr. Opene is always attentive and explains everything thoroughly.
5.0
March 29, 2025
Listened. Gave good advice. Set up all of the referrals that are needed to address my varying issues. Felt like I mattered.
5.0
March 28, 2025
Dr. Opene is the best gp I've had, ever, it's not even close. Friendly, patient, informative, you name it he embodies it.
5.0
March 21, 2025
Dr. Opene helped me understand the results of my recent MRI to help me better understand my options. I now have a plan for PT prior to having surgery.
5.0
March 19, 2025
Dr. Opene was very knowledgeable on a number of different factors that all needed to be considered due to my new diagnosis of CKD. He was patient and very helpful.
5.0
March 18, 2025
Dr. Opene’s appearance is always professional and impeccable no matter what time of day my appointments are. He’s has a sunny disposition but doesn’t sugar coat hard facts that need to be discussed he just makes them more palatable in a caring way. I like the fact that he’s patient with patients when his patience could easily wear thin. He makes us feel like he’s in the fight with us and not just someone administering help from outside.
5.0
March 17, 2025
Dr. Opene is the best doctor I ever had.
5.0
March 10, 2025
He was very attentive. And he was looking at all my medication‘s very carefully and explained a lot of things to me that I wasn’t aware of.
5.0
March 7, 2025
Dr Opene listened to my concerns and made helpful recommendations to improve my health!
5.0
March 6, 2025
Informative and addressed my concerns.
5.0
March 6, 2025
All the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. Dr was great to meet and seemed incredibly knowledgable. Nurse who did the blood draw was excellent, felt zero pain.
5.0
March 5, 2025
My doctor have excellent bedside manners also very thorough and concerned about all my concerns and even things I wasn’t concerned about. He was very thorough . I could see why he is always booked because I gave him high favor..
5.0
March 5, 2025
I am very happy with your services.
5.0
February 28, 2025
Great first appointment with this doctor! Very kind, clear, and knowledgeable.
5.0
February 28, 2025
He listened to my needs, provided medical solutions and gave me hope for better health in the future.
5.0
February 28, 2025
He spent a lot of time with me, was not rushing to get to the next patient
5.0
February 24, 2025
Excellent in all areas.
5.0
February 24, 2025
Great Doctor ask questions and provided suggestions.
5.0
February 24, 2025
Excellent
5.0
February 24, 2025
Friendly, knowledgeable and patient. We discussed a plan for achieving better results for my cholesterol count and plan to follow-up in 3 months to see if things go the right direction.
5.0
February 21, 2025
Very professional. He worked me in
5.0
February 21, 2025
Very thoughtful and thorough, I felt like he listen to me and treated me with respect.
5.0
February 20, 2025
Dr Opene was very open, honest, and informative. He spent quality time with me and I appreciated the opportunity to meet him.
5.0
February 20, 2025
Dr Obene was informative and answered all my questions . Very happy with my experience.
5.0
February 18, 2025
DR Opene was great.
5.0
February 18, 2025
Experience was excellent front desk, very professional and helpful. Doctor was very knowledgeable and precise. Overall experience was on point and quickly to assist.
5.0
February 18, 2025
Dr. Opene was very professional, kind, and understanding. This was my first time seeing him and I was very impressed.
5.0
February 18, 2025
Dr.opene was thorough and listened to all my concerns. He took extra time to make sure all my issues were addressed and referrals were made before i left the exam room. It was a great experience.
5.0
February 17, 2025
Dr. Opene was great. Very grateful to have him as a doctor.
5.0
February 12, 2025
Helpful, friendly, comforting, good advice, referral,
5.0
February 12, 2025
Dr. Michael Opene is an outstanding primary care physician. He takes his time with me, especially when understanding what has been going on in my life, and discusses practical strategies for future health maintenance. He's incredibly warm, funny, professional, and simply the best primary care physician I have ever had.
5.0
February 12, 2025
Dr Opene. Is the best doctor I have ever had. He is attentive and a great listener.
5.0
February 11, 2025
Dr Opene was very informative and listened to my concerns, I felt very comfortable with him.
5.0
February 10, 2025
Thank you for getting me in for a last minute appointment!
5.0
February 6, 2025
Dr Opene is absolutely wonderful! In just the short time that I spent with him he was the best Dr I’ve ever had, knowledgeable, caring and passionate!
5.0
February 5, 2025
Dr Opene is a great doctor. Very thorough and clear. He took his time and genuinely cared. I am happy to have him as my new primary care doctor!
5.0
February 4, 2025
First time i met Dr. Opene and absolutely love him. He was the best
5.0
January 30, 2025
Was very efficient. Made sure my info was correct and needed tests were done for my pre-op.
5.0
January 30, 2025
Dr. Opene is always personable yet professional. I am very happy to have him as my primary!
5.0
January 30, 2025
Very friendly and helpful
5.0
January 28, 2025
On time and very professional
5.0
January 28, 2025
I really will miss this facility. From check in to blood draw, everyone is so friendly. I will be following Dr. Opene to Santa Clarita.
5.0
January 27, 2025
Dr. Michael, was awesome. He answered all my questions.
5.0
January 24, 2025
Listened to what hurts and helped me to look at my shoulder, walked me to get x-ray. His team is helping me schedule an mri
5.0
January 24, 2025
Very kind, thoughtful and knowledgeable. He knows exactly what the problem is and be able to explain the situation in a simple straight answer.
5.0
January 24, 2025
Love Dr. Opene Very knowledgeable The best
5.0
January 21, 2025
Dr Opene was attentive, informative and focused on my concerns. He’s an excellent Dr.
5.0
January 21, 2025
Follow-up visit with Dr.Opene
5.0
January 18, 2025
Great staff great service
5.0
January 17, 2025
He took time to completely listen. He discussed the potential alternatives with me then he helped me to decide. He even listened to why I made that decision. I am 70 years old (not a novice patient!), and Dr. Opene is my favorite physician ever.
5.0
January 17, 2025
Wonderful doctor. Kind, patient, caring. Extremely easy to talk to.
5.0
January 11, 2025
He was very clear about what my symptoms indicated and what course of action would mitigate my condition.
5.0
January 10, 2025
He communicates properly the health issues in concerned
5.0
January 10, 2025
Dr. Opene is always nice and throughout. Trustworthy
5.0
January 10, 2025
He was prompt and attentive
5.0
January 9, 2025
Dr Opene was so kind and warm during all of my concerns he made me feel OK for coming in because I was nervous about my concerns and he made me feel completely safe and taken care of ordered medicines test labs all done right there on the spot I was in and out and under an hour and treated with so much kindness and respect. I always love UCLA Toluca lake.
5.0
January 7, 2025
Doctor is friendly, professional and knowledgeable
5.0
January 7, 2025
Dr Opene is always professional, helpful and kind.
5.0
January 6, 2025
Great service. Wonderful handling.
5.0
January 4, 2025
Dr.Opene & his staff were top notch and provided excellent healthcare for me.
5.0
January 3, 2025
On time , great bed side manner, very informative, ask good questions, spent time with me gave me very good explanation’s, a real credit to the UCLA Medical staff. Has my vote for Doctor of the year.
5.0
January 3, 2025
Dr Opene is an excellent physician!
5.0
January 2, 2025
Dr. Opene is an outstanding doctor, he listens and asks questions. My visit was quick but informative and I appreciate that. All my concerns and questions were addressed.
5.0
December 31, 2024
Dr. Opene is the best. Always cheerful, focused, informative, knowledgeable and down to the point.
5.0
December 20, 2024
Great experience. Helpful doctor. Knew what I had (it’s going around) and he sent prescriptions to my pharmacy.
5.0
December 20, 2024
It was soo fast and easy even with them running test I was out of there in less than 30 min. Dr gave me sooo much information more than the usual.
5.0
December 20, 2024
Excellent no nonsense doctor. Quick visit.
5.0
December 20, 2024
He was great, patient took time to explain everything.
5.0
December 19, 2024
great wellness check-up with dr. opene. thorough & thoughtful. addressed all my concerns
5.0
December 17, 2024
Dr Opene has a great memory and pays attention to detail. A+
5.0
December 17, 2024
Dr Opene is fantastic. He listens carefully and is engaged with his patients.
5.0
December 17, 2024
He was incredible! Took a lot of time with me. Answered all my questions. Made me feel like he truly cared
5.0
December 16, 2024
Extremely personable, very knowledgeable, and I feel like he really listened to my concerns.
5.0
December 12, 2024
Dr. Opene is intelligent, engaging and always makes me feel like we have plenty of time to talk. He is one of the best doctor’s both my husband and I have had. I appreciate that every visit he shares a little medical fact and he educates me on test results.
5.0
December 9, 2024
Great “bedside manner,” quick diagnosis, scheduled treatment.
5.0
December 7, 2024
Personable and thorough. He listened to my health concerns and clearly communicated how he would address them.
5.0
December 7, 2024
He was awesome, thorough, and friendly.
5.0
December 6, 2024
Dr opene is the best doctor I’ve ever had both my husband and myself adore him his knowledge, his mannerisms everything
5.0
December 6, 2024
Dr Opene and all the staff were fantastic.
5.0
December 6, 2024
Dr Opene was helpful, provided valuable knowledge and took my questions with an open mind. I appreciate his accessibility.
5.0
December 6, 2024
The best. Will follow to new Santa Clarita location.
5.0
December 3, 2024
Great conversation and feedback about my health position.
4.0
December 3, 2024
He was very thorough. Knew exactly what was wrong and offered recommendations and gave me what I needed.
5.0
December 2, 2024
Dr Opene was great to talk to, very confident and immediately helpful.
5.0
November 26, 2024
He was very understanding and made me feel comfortable sharing stuff with him he never disappoints
5.0
November 22, 2024
Great first visit. Very thorough and nice
5.0
November 22, 2024
I had an excellent experience today with my primary care provider, Dr. Opene. He is the best physician I have ever had. He is highly intelligent and knowledgeable, friendly and approachable, and genuinely cares about his patients and their well-being. He provides amazing advice to help us in our daily lives in order to boost our overall health and wellness.
5.0
November 18, 2024
I saw Dr. Opene and I was very sad because of my weight situation and feeling like a failure since our last appointment. He came in with a very cheerful and upbeat demeanor and was nonjudgmental. He thoroughly explained my options and the side effects and what was best for me in his professional opinion. I felt reassured and motivated to try again.
5.0
November 8, 2024
Doctor was very amicable. He was very attentive in addressing concerns. He referred to my history of meds I’m not able to take. And determined the best route to take that would help.
5.0
November 8, 2024
He was a good listener
5.0
November 7, 2024
Dr. Opena is the best doctor ever. He listens to all my questions and knows all the answers. My physical was done very professionally.
5.0
November 5, 2024
I really like Dr Opene, he’s easy to talk too and he lets me speak when I need to unlike other Drs who just speak over you…. He’s a keeper….
5.0
November 5, 2024
He's very personable and aware of my health and any concerns
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November 4, 2024
Dr. Opene is warm engaging and personable. I feel like he seeks to remember who I am and cares about my well being. I also trust that he reads up on things. He makes me feel safe.
5.0
November 2, 2024
Dr. Opene is so Positive and friendly! And very informative ... great listener
5.0
November 2, 2024
Michael Opene is both professional and kind. I’m very pleased.
5.0
November 2, 2024
Listened really well to me and what my concerns were. Offered real and expert advice for me to use and provided meaningful options for my health.
5.0
November 2, 2024
It felt pretty much like an inperson appointment. And it was very convenient. I appreciate it
5.0
November 1, 2024
Everything went well, and I was thoroughly pleased with how nice all of staff members were at UCLA Health. They were all very efficient as well.
5.0
October 29, 2024
He was great. Gave me so much information and answered all my questions.
5.0
October 28, 2024
Dr. Opene was great as usual -really cared about my health & wellness!
5.0
October 25, 2024
I appreciate how my doctor was delicate when my appointment was for something that made me feel uncomfortable. I was out at ease
5.0
October 24, 2024
My experience was great today. My doctor and the staff were all very professional and friendly every step of the way. From checking in to my actual Dr. Opene to the nurses in the nurses station and the nurses in the lab. Thank you
5.0
October 21, 2024
My doctor is awesome in every way. He has always been very nice, polite and smiling. He listens to my problems very carefully, gives me straight and clear answers to my questions. He seems very competent and I wish all the doctors were like him. I always leave his office with a smile on my face.
5.0
October 21, 2024
Dr O is always supportive, understanding, takes the time to listen and answer all questions.
5.0
October 18, 2024
The doc was great. Glad he was available
5.0
October 18, 2024
Service was excellent!
5.0
October 11, 2024
Dr. Opens is awesome! I always feel he is very thorough in his thought process about my health.
5.0
October 9, 2024
Great listener. Respectful of my suggestions and gives solid medical and nutritional ideas.
5.0
October 7, 2024
Having been in terrible shoulder pain all weekend, I was able to get a same-day slot appt with Dr. Opene this morning, and he was extraordinary! He asked me very specific questions, gave me thorough motion tests and immediately prescribed pain meds, a shot in the office for the inflammation, an x-ray, and a STAT MRI and orthopedic surgeon referral. He is a magnificent doctor, and I?m very grateful for his expert care.
5.0
October 7, 2024
Dr. Opene is the best! He always makes time to listen to any and all of my concerns
5.0
October 4, 2024
Love me some Opene!!
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October 3, 2024
After my first three months with Dr. Opene, I have lost 20 pounds with his guidance What an awesome birthday present!. Looking forward to dropping another 20 by the new year!
5.0
September 30, 2024
Very caring and listening to what I had to say sometimes DRs don’t
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September 30, 2024
he always listens and then repeats what we’ve talked about.
5.0
September 27, 2024
Really great, reassuring, and informative
5.0
September 26, 2024
He is great and understands my needs
5.0
September 24, 2024
Dr Opene is fantastic. He is extremely knowledgeable and personable. I never feel like he is rushing to get to his next patient. He is wonderful at answering questions and always has great insights.
5.0
September 24, 2024
He listened to me! Made recommendations for improvement. I’m thinking of switching from my concierge physician to Dr. Opene. His staff was also terrific. All around a positive experience.
5.0
September 23, 2024
Attentive to questions and to the appointment. I walk out happy for the encounter. He praises my achievements….
5.0
September 23, 2024
He is the best! He is knowledgeable, Compassionate And sincere
5.0
September 20, 2024
Dr. Opene was very thorough and informative, as well as easy to understand.
5.0
September 20, 2024
Excellent bedside manners, knowledgeable (I explained I had vertigo and he quickly diagnosed the type and provided guidance on treatment) and easy going. Could t ask for more
5.0
September 19, 2024
This was a perfect appointment, prompt no waiting nice doctor nice technicians, quick rapid testing all good
5.0
September 19, 2024
Very nice visit. Saw the doctor at the scheduled appointment time. Staff was friendly and professional
5.0
September 17, 2024
Really like Dr. Opene !
5.0
September 17, 2024
He’s very thoroughly in explaining everything
5.0
September 17, 2024
The nicest doctor, caring, thorough, wonderfu medical professional
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September 16, 2024
Great phone visit. This system works great!
5.0
September 16, 2024
Easy access with the doctor. He was pleasant and took good care of my needs.
5.0
September 14, 2024
Listened to what I had to say and was professional.
5.0
September 12, 2024
Dr. Opena is the best. He is very Professional and knowledgeable. He always greets me with a smile. Ask how I’m doing in my personal life as well as my physical.
5.0
September 12, 2024
Dr Opene is informative, pro active and positive
5.0
September 12, 2024
Answered all my concerns
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September 12, 2024
Dr. Opene is very thorough, took his time with me and I didn’t feel rushed like some other doctors, Best of all, he had answers to all of my questions.
5.0
September 9, 2024
Great doctor, takes the time to listen and explain things. Doesn't feel like he's just trying to rush me out of there.
5.0
September 9, 2024
Had quite a few questions about some of my conditions and Dr. Opene took the time to listen to me while it being so late in the day on a Friday. Totally appreciated that
5.0
September 9, 2024
Very nice, polite, friendly, and thorough doctor
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September 5, 2024
Everyone in the office was prompt, thorough and engaged.
5.0
September 5, 2024
As always Dr Opene is engaging and very informative. Today’s visit was just as helpful and enjoyable.
5.0
September 3, 2024
Very helpful and caring
5.0
August 30, 2024
Follow up was thorough, pathway to health goal was adjusted and productive.
5.0
August 29, 2024
Dr Opene is a wonderful, caring human being.
5.0
August 27, 2024
Dr Opene was thorough and addressed all my concerns. He took the time to look into options for my follow up & referrals. He was pleasant and easy to talk to. Thank you Dr. Opene.
5.0
August 22, 2024
Today was my weight loss follow-up, and Dr. Opene said I passed with flying colors!
5.0
August 21, 2024
This was a weight loss plan follow up. MD was pleasant and professional as always.
5.0
August 13, 2024
Dr. Opene was, and is always, exemplary in knowledge, compassion and efficiency.
5.0
August 12, 2024
Dr Opene made time to discuss additional concerns during my routine physical exam.
5.0
August 5, 2024
Always great and caring.
5.0
August 2, 2024
He was great.
4.0
August 2, 2024
Really like my doctor.
5.0
August 2, 2024
He took the time to hear my entire history and offered great advice for moving forward.
5.0
August 2, 2024
Listened well. Waited for my questions and informed me of my conditions. Very trustworthy and reliable.
5.0
August 2, 2024
Cordial & professional very well knowledged.
5.0
August 1, 2024
Dr. Opene was excellent!
5.0
July 26, 2024
Dr. Opene is the best
5.0
July 25, 2024
Wish I'd worked together sooner. Takes time to listen and provides useful info.
5.0
July 25, 2024
Dr. Opene is kind, patient, and so smart. He really listens and takes his time to address any issues.
5.0
July 23, 2024
Very good
5.0
July 22, 2024
Thorough and asked lots of questions about my history and current health concerns
5.0
July 22, 2024
I was seen on time. Dr. Opene gave me plenty of time to go over any questions I had and took the time to answer them comprehensively. Continue to be happy with my experience with him.
5.0
July 21, 2024
It was great I really enjoyed what he has to say and look forward to
5.0
July 19, 2024
I felt like Dr. Opene listened to me and we had a wonderful appointment. I left feeling better
5.0
July 18, 2024
Dr. Opene is so friendly and actually listens to the issues I’m having. He’s a great doctor.
5.0
July 15, 2024
Dr Opene remains my favorite doctor at UCLA. I am lucky to he is my doctor and he is always looking out for his patients.
5.0
July 15, 2024
He is very good at listening to individual problems, He is vary smart,for a 34 years old person.
5.0
July 15, 2024
Dr. Opene is perhaps the best M.D. that I have gone to.
5.0
July 13, 2024
Dr Opene is such a compassionate doctor and will try to help find complete diagnosis. I only wish he wasn’t so booked up. 😊
5.0
July 11, 2024
Dr was attentive, interested and engaging in the medical subject at hand
5.0
July 11, 2024
Dr. Opene was thorough in what he believes is wrong with my elbow. He gave me great advice on what to do to care for it and recommended some physical therapy which I am looking forward to doing.
5.0
July 11, 2024
Dr. Opene did a pre-op exam for me, explained everything very clearly and answered all my questions.
5.0
July 9, 2024
Love and appreciate my doctor! He truly cares for his patients and provides such good care.
5.0
July 9, 2024
It was a good talk.
5.0
July 9, 2024
Greatest doctor ever. He listens, he understands, he’s compassionate, and brilliant.
5.0
July 8, 2024
My first time with Dr. Opine & I was very impressed with him and look forward to working with him upcoming for weight management.
5.0
July 8, 2024
Listens carefully. I appreciate that he wants to work with me…makes me want to do better. Very knowledgeable.
5.0
June 25, 2024
Knowledgeable, to the point…he asked me several times if I had any questions. I liked the Dr a lot.
5.0
June 25, 2024
Doctor was prompt, efficient, personable and addressed all my concerns with detailed information and excellent care.
5.0
June 22, 2024
Very informative
5.0
June 22, 2024
Dr Opene listened to my issues annd made sure I had ann opportunity to tell him everything I wanted to address.
5.0
June 21, 2024
He provided answers to all my questions. He was patient & kind. He ensured I was taken care of
5.0
June 18, 2024
Stellar as usual
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June 17, 2024
Informative and caring
5.0
June 15, 2024
DR OPENE is incredible. He is like a positive force of nature. He listened to me and responded quickly with fantastic suggestions and a plan. I can’t say enough positive things about him. He is an asset to UCLA health.
5.0
June 14, 2024
Very professional, friendly and happy to answer all of our questions
5.0
June 13, 2024
Dr. Opene has a friendly and informative manner of discussing health. I always feel comfortable discussing health issues or concerns with him
5.0
June 13, 2024
Dr Opene is always great at explaining anything you are curious about. He’s also great at explaining your lab results and what they all mean.
5.0
June 10, 2024
This is my first time with Dr Opene and he was great. Listened to all my questions and spent a lot of time with me.
5.0
June 10, 2024
On time, thorough and knowledgeable, polite and caring. I love this doctor. Staff is also excellent.
5.0
June 8, 2024
Dr Opene is very thorough. He is upbeat and positive, remembers any health concerns from visit to visit and always makes a point of asking after my children and family. I couldn’t be happier.
5.0
June 7, 2024
Dr Opene is the only primary care doctor I’ve felt really listens. He’s the best
5.0
June 6, 2024
Dr Opene was great! Really listened to me about my obesity issues.
5.0
June 4, 2024
Grateful my doctor and staff got me in today
5.0
June 4, 2024
Dr Opene is the best. Professional courteous and really takes the time to explain things. Never makes you feel rushed. Fun to be around.
5.0
May 31, 2024
Pleasant.
5.0
May 30, 2024
He took the time to understand my medical history, review labs, and give a thorough physical. He and his staff were so personable, knowledgeable and helpful.
5.0
May 30, 2024
Dr Opene is knowledgeable and compassionate
5.0
May 28, 2024
He listened to my problems and we made a plan of action
5.0
May 28, 2024
Dr o Opene is great! He listen to and answered all my questions. He’s very patient and seems genuinely concerned for my health
5.0
May 22, 2024
Dr. Opene is terrific...very patient with me...a deaf old man with many questions. Awesome people skills to go along with his medical skills. Quintessential healer.