Bobak Salami, MD - San Diego Heart and Vascular Associates

I was referred to Dr. Salami by my general doctor and visited both of his offices (Hillcrest and Coronado) twice each over two months. Overall, my experience was mixed. The Hillcrest staff were more professional and respectful of my time. Appointments there started closer to the scheduled time, and the environment felt more organized. The Coronado office, however, was frustrating. I waited nearly an hour past my appointment time for the nurse. Meanwhile, their reminders and phone messages constantly stress the importance of being on time or arriving early. After about 20 minutes of waiting, the nurse asked if I wanted to reschedule. I think people generally choose times and work the rest of their day around appointment? I also had issues with billing and communication. I understand my insurance well and know I owe copayments. I asked the front desk multiple times if I needed to make a copayment, and they insisted I didn't...only to receive a bill months later requesting payment. This was on the same day the nurse was very late. My visit with Dr. Salami wasn't great either. One of my symptoms was dismissed in a way that made me feel delusional. I later told my general doctor, and he was surprised it was brushed off. My follow-up (I was seen before my appointment time, a pro I guess) was squeezed into a testing appointment, and everything felt rushed. The only solution I was given was to drink more water and the results were not forwarded to my general doctor. When I went to my general doctor, he said he hadn't seen or heard from their office. This was 1-2 months after my last appointment with Dr. Salami If you decide to go here, I'd suggest calling ahead to confirm they're running on time, and opt for the Hillcrest office where the staff seemed more together.

The front office staff and nursing staff were very friendly, helpful and professional. Dr. Salami was very friendly and professional as well as meticulous in taking notes as I answered his questions. He was very thorough in getting my medical history and made sure I had all my questions answered. Dr. Salami gave a very comprehensive "game plan" as to how to move forward with my treatment for my medical conditions. This was my first visit and my first impression is I can tell the staff of this medical practice REALLY care about their patients. I look forward to my next appt next month.

This was my first time seeing Dr. Salami. I was there for a consultation only. He was very nice & friendly. He asked a lot of questions, which I appreciated. I am very happy with him & his staff.

I was admitted to Sharp Coronado after arriving to the ER coughing blood with severe chest pain and not feeling well. Quick acting staff diagnosed pneumonia and severe AFib. After two days in the ICU, I was still not able to come out of AFib and extreme tachycardia/dangerously high BP. On the third day, Dr. Bobak Salami walked in, spent what seemed like 10 minutes reviewing my case, ordered the proper medications and I was in recovery in 3 hours. In fact, I was released to recover at home the next day!! Seems like magic to me!! But the story doesn't end there. Dr. Salami went over and above what any Physician need do. He followed up even though his responsibility ended upon my release from hospital. His own time!! Needless to say, I am back strong and am amazed at his genius!! This is The Man!! Thank you Dr. Salami and your wonderful staff!!

Dr Salami asks questions and listens to what I have to say. He answers all my questions in a way that I understand. When I leave his office, I can rest assured that my heart health is in good hands.