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November 2023 by Mariana Garcia bollinger
I booked an appointment to see doctor Gina Tobalina. Without knowing I ended up seeing a PA Monica Diaz. I was having a lot of pain due to urinary frequency. She ordered a blood test and urine test but didn’t order culture or blood test panel. Went to my urologist and he had to request that because she did not. Very poor service, rude staff, not knowledgeable PA. Not going back
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September 2023 by Kate Ross
Golina needs to be replaced. Most unprofessional and rude person I have ever had contact with in every interaction I have had with her. This office makes it so hard to make appointments and are always rude on the phone. I have been a patient for many years and I like the doctor but her staff is unbearable. NEEDS to be fixed.
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August 2023 by goutham konidala
Worst doctor you can possibly find in the Folsom area. She has been diagnosing condition my wife's condition for 2 years now and could not find out what's causing pains. There was a x-ray report which clearly indicated patient has swelling in the neck and her treatment was to apply ice. No further evaluation of why the swelling was there in the first place. We switched doctor to UC Davis and just in our second visit it was diagnosed as disk misalignment in cervical spine causing neck pain and inflammation. Avoid her and HILLS. She refers to specialists and none of them are available in Folsom. You would be travelling only to Roseville and Rocklin because they are "in-network". And I almost forgot it takes 2 moths to get a follow up appointment with her and runs her business with nurse practitioners
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August 2023 by Erin Smith
This listing shouldn't be under "Gina Tobalina, MD, Inc."....it should be under "Whoever the Heck Happens to Be on Staff OTM, but You Sure as Heck Won't See Dr. Tobalina, MD, Inc."I have been a patient of Dr. Tobalina since I moved to the area in 2013....a patient for the past 10 YEARS, and I can count on one hand the number of times I have been able to actually see Dr. Tobalina. She has virtually ZERO availability, and if you are lucky enough to snag an appointment with her weeks ahead of time, there is a very high probability you will get a phone call indicating that her schedule changed, she has to deal with a personal matter, or whatever...and you'll get pushed onto another member of the team.But my biggest disappointment with this medical establishment happened in 2020-21. I was suffering from tremendous pain from gallstones for months. It seems like it would be a slam dunk diagnosis; however, for some reason it took Tobalina way too long to discover I was full of gallstones, and was suffering frequent attacks.I was referred by Tobalina to this quack that botched the surgery to remove my gallbladder. I spent 3 WEEKS in the hospital as a result. Tobalina received updates regarding my condition all the while I was in the hospital, but I received no follow-up inquiry from her as to how I was doing. One of the reasons I chose Dr. Tobalina when I moved here was because I wanted the personal attention of an all-around family doctor....but I've been left very disappointed in that regard.Flash forward to today....I am experiencing sharp pains in the approximate location where my gallbladder used to be, and I fear it is connected to the previous botched surgery. After reaching out to make an appointment with Tobalina, I again get the runaround about her availability, and I'm forced to make an appointment with another member of her staff who knows nothing about my gallbadder history....so much for being MY doctor. I am in quite a bit of pain, but the very best they could do is give me an appointment with "Dr. Who the Heck Knows" a WEEK FROM NOW.If you're a woman, don't expect to receive any sort of reminders for well-woman exams, mammograms, etc....because that is apparently all up to you to remember and schedule. I constantly have to dig around in my files in order to figure out what I'm due for.Finally, I want to point out that I previously also had my child see Tobalina (or whoever they stuck him with), but I had to change his doctor on account of there being very little knowledge of pediatric care in this office. Perhaps that was me being naive in having my son see the same doctor as me, but again, I had this crazy idea about having a FAMILY DOCTOR.
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July 2023 by Erin S.
This listing shouldn't be under "Gina Tobalina, MD"....it should be under "Whoever the Heck Happens to Be on Staff OTM, but You Sure as Heck Won't See Dr. Tobalina, MD".I have been a patient of Dr. Tobalina since I moved to the area in 2013....a patient for the past 10 YEARS, and I can count on one hand the number of times I have been able to actually see Dr. Tobalina. She has virtually ZERO availability, and if you are lucky enough to snag an appointment with her weeks ahead of time, there is a very high probability you will get a phone call indicating that her schedule changed, she has to deal with a personal matter, or whatever...and you'll get pushed onto another member of the team.But my biggest disappointment with this medical establishment happened in 2020-21. I was suffering from tremendous pain from gallstones for months. It seems like it would be a slam dunk diagnosis; however, for some reason it took Tobalina way too long to discover I was full of gallstones, and was suffering frequent attacks. I was referred by Tobalina to this quack that botched the surgery to remove my gallbladder. I spent 3 WEEKS in the hospital as a result. Tobalina received updates regarding my condition all the while I was in the hospital, but I received no follow-up inquiry from her as to how I was doing. One of the reasons I chose Dr. Tobalina when I moved here was because I wanted the personal attention of an all-around family doctor....but I've been left very disappointed in that regard. Flash forward to today....I am experiencing sharp pains in the approximate location where my gallbladder used to be, and I fear it is connected to the previous botched surgery. After reaching out to make an appointment with Tobalina, I again get the runaround about her availability, and I'm forced to make an appointment with another member of her staff who knows nothing about my gallbadder history....so much for being MY doctor. I am in quite a bit of pain, but the very best they could do is give me an appointment with "Dr. Who the Heck Knows" a WEEK FROM NOW.If you're a woman, don't expect to receive any sort of reminders for well-woman exams, mammograms, etc....because that is apparently all up to you to remember and schedule. I constantly have to dig around in my files in order to figure out what I'm due for.Finally, I want to point out that I previously also had my child see Tobalina (or whoever they stuck him with), but I had to change his doctor on account of there being very little knowledge of pediatric care in this office. Perhaps that was me being naive in having my son see the same doctor as me, but again, I had this crazy idea about having a FAMILY DOCTOR.
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November 2022 by Rob B.
I have been going to this Dr for 5 years and rarely actually see her. I was using a shared medical plan and they were accepting it. Now they tell me they no longer will accept it and won't even refill my blood pressure meds. It is unbelievable. The front office receptionist was rude and not helpful. I even offered to pay cash and they would not refill my medication. This is a medication I have to take everyday.
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October 2022 by Melissa Gilpin
Dr. Tobalina is the best. She is incredibly patient, understanding, and she makes me feel comfortable when I'm there for an appointment. The staff is amazing and always helpful. I feel lucky to be in the care of such an amazing doctor. Seriously, everyone in that office is just wonderful
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March 2022 by Dala B.
My husband has been with Tobalina for about 5 years. Never has he once seen her. Says he could not pick her out of a line up. No follow up to see how he is nor follow up appointments scheduled for things like getting a C-pap machine. You are just on your own. No reminders nor suggestions for annual exams or other possible required test for middle aged people. Every time my husband went, he met with a different PA or NP, so he might as well have been going to Urgent care. Just sub-par care where the focus seems to be on profit over people. If the doctor can never see patients, or appointments with the doctor are many months out, then there are too many patients.
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July 2021 by Steve B.
Dr. Tobalina has been my doctor for a little more than six years and I can definitely say she has been the best doctor for me. She is knowledgeable, patient, and personable. She truly approaches things for a whole person perspective and has helped me with a lot. I'm very grateful for her.
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May 2021 by Luke Dunham
Dr Tobalina and the medical team are terrific. I have had a lot of complicated health situations that were unable to be resolved via multiple providers, and Dr Tobalina was able to figure out cause and treat. She is very thorough and her whole team really take time to listen to you.
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May 2021 by Catia
I can’t say enough good things about this office. Every single person who works here cares about you. I went in asking for some simple prescription. But the PA I saw did her job and asked me questions and together with her and with Dr. Tobalina we were able to discover that I had some serious problems that needed the cause uncovered. They got me the diagnoses that I needed and they were able to explain to me how I was going to live with what we discovered and how to take care of myself in the future. If you are a woman in this area go to this office. They care about you, they will listen to you and they will get you the help that you need.
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March 2021 by Jeff M.
Dr. Tobalina is the best Primary Care Physician I have had as a patient. Why? 1) She involves the patient in her thinking as she arrives at a course of treatment. She is excellent at listening to the patients concerns, explaining in layman's terms the course of treatment. I sense her genuine concern for her patients, 2) She knows her stuff. 3) She readily will refer you to a specialist when needed. 4) Her office encourages a team approach to patient care. The patient is a part of that team approach. If you are searching for a physician with genuine nurturing skills, and a proactive approach to your improved health, you will not find better.
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January 2021 by Kathleen V.
They have not called me to confirm results of lab drawn to see if my medication needed to be adjusted. Also never got a call back to be given results of my decade scan and if there should be any treatment changes. Thirdly ..I questioned why I was scheduled for a contrast CT? I have had CTs before but never with contrast. A courtesy call would have been nice. When I called to question, I never heard back. Obviously there method of communication is faulty. Thank God I am. Healthy 72 year old....feel sorry for ones sicker who have no medical background.
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May 2020 by Nikki Ramos
Dr Tobalina is one of the best doctors that I have ever had! She really takes the time to get to know her patients, and truly cares about the treatment that is best for the patient. I tend to have a more holistic lifestyle so I love that she doesn't try to shove a bunch of medication at me. Every time I go into her office, her staff is very kind and I never feel rushed in appointments- I feel like I am sitting with a friend who really listens and wants what's best for me. I switched insurance but I will pay out of pocket just to be able to keep being seen by her. I have worked in the medical industry- and Doctors like this are hard to come by these days. I highly recommend her!
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October 2019 by Bonnie B.
I have finally found my medical home!! The staff is considerate and kind, helpful on every level. The medical assistant helped me more effectively use my BP Cuff, made sure I had my updated immunizations. Dr. Tobalina came in introduced herself projecting warmth, kindness and gentle assessments. She talked to me, reviewed my history, made recommendations, diagnosed my maladies and inspired me toward a better diet. Reviewed possible medical tests and labs indicated. Wow!! In this era of corporate medicine a truly compassionate, intelligent and communicative set of professionals! I left feeling optimistic, as though this medical team were my smartest and best new friends!
