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Dr. John Neff, MD

Dr. John Neff, MD

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation*
30+ years of experience

Dr. John Neff, MD is a physical medicine & rehabilitation physician in San Diego, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY / HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER in 1990. He is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Zion Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.5 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 2.5 Star Rating (11 reviews)

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5893 Copley Dr San Diego, CA 92111
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Dr. Neff's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Neff

2.5
11 ratings, 10 with a written review
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Dr. Neff saw a family member and, to his credit, properly diagnosed them but for some mind-boggling reason, had absolutely no idea how to treat which a simple internet search would have revealed. When patient asked if a specialist should be consulted for treatment, Dr. Neff dismissed the patient's question with a reminder to attend pain classes. And, Dr. Neff never put the diagnosis into patient's chart leaving patient and other doctors searching for answers as patient became extremely debilitated from a common, treatable disorder.
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What could be improved
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Jan 23, 2025
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Time for retirement
Get rid of your dead weight Kaiser!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Aug 05, 2023
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A VERY Caring/Compassionate Dr.
Always makes me feel better and hopeful.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Lynne – Jul 18, 2023
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Rude, patronizing, like others have said.
I have not seen Dr. Neff for a few years. It was f/u to my Pain Mgmt class, and the best I could tell, all he did was make sure I wasn't taking drugs (which I wasn't). Chat, chat... about nothing in particular. He was always very haughty, without merit. My last appt with him was a phone appt. and he asked me what I was up to. I told him I was doing some political promotion for one of the local candidates (did not say who). and he absolutely went nuts, yelling about politics and how much he hated the mainstream media. etc. I ended the call as soon as I could. The next day (as was the custom) his nurse called to rebook me. I told her I would not be seeing him anymore. IMO, he is unstable and not appropriate to be involved with any sort of pain management.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Happy to be done with him – Nov 03, 2022
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I saw Dr. Neff for sciatic nerve pain due to a herniated disc. He spent a lot of time explaining the condition and treatment options to me in a way I could understand. He answered all my questions and gave me the power to choose from many different treatment options. He was empathetic, caring and compassionate, and encouraging.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Kelly in San Diego – Apr 28, 2018
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I was so surprised to see low stars. I went to see him for me/cfs and he was very nice. Seemed to really care and understand my illness. He answered all the questions and concerns I had.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nora Cortes in San Diego,CA – Mar 22, 2018
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Dr. Neff was very open to answering any question my wife or I had about my condition. He was informative had excellent rapport knowledgeable and professional.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Bill S in San Diego – Feb 16, 2018
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Absolutely rude, patronizing, belittling, self righteous man. I do not need to hear about how your health issues and X-rays turned out fine to be convinced that you can assure mine will too without you ever examining me. My most recent visit will be my last!
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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San Diego, CA – Jun 21, 2017
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Had an appt yesterday with him. Have chronic issues and aslso worked as RN all my life. Never came across such unprofessional, uncaring, judgmental doctor in my life. Came out crying, and never want to see him again. Do not go to him. He seriously lacks human compassion.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Ramona, CA – Feb 01, 2017
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Horrible. Short, rude, cold. Obviously lacks compassion for his patients and doesn't spend much time with you in your appointment. WASTE OF MONEY. Do not see him. I walked out crying.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
8 others found this helpful
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M in San Diego, CA – Apr 08, 2016
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  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Pain Medicine

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  • Saint Louis University / Health Sciences Center

    Medical School, 1990
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Urology at Garfield Specialty Center5893 Copley Dr San Diego, CA 92111
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