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Dr. Lawrence Chao, MD

Dr. Lawrence Chao, MD

Internal Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Lawrence Chao, MD is an internist in San Francisco, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Guangxi Medical University in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mills-Peninsula Medical Center and St. Mary's Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Practice

2645 Ocean Ave Ste 207 San Francisco, CA 94132
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Chao's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Chao

3.8

13 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
62%
62%
4 Star
8%
8%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
8%
8%
1 Star
23%
23%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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San Francisco, CA – Mar 31, 2017
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What went well
  • 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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Cindy Z in Burlingame, CA – Mar 09, 2017
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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
3 people found this helpful
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Annie in San Francisco, CA – Dec 07, 2016
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
BC in Burlingame, CA – May 11, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • 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
7 people found this helpful
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YR Li in San Francisco, CA – Feb 14, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

caring, good listener, dedicated, intelligent, compassionate, committed, healing and reassuring.
  • Internal Medicine

  • Acupuncture

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Saint Mary Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1998
  • Uc San Francisco/fresno University Mc

    Internship Hospital, 1995
  • Guangxi Medical University

    Medical School, 1985
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  • English

  • Cantonese

  • Chinese

  • Mandarin

Locations

Practice

Michael K L. Chan. MD2645 Ocean Ave Ste 207 San Francisco, CA 94132
1

Practice

Office1828 El Camino Real Ste 808 Burlingame, CA 94010
2

Practice

Anthony Russo M.D. Inc.1750 El Camino Real Ste 301 Burlingame, CA 94010
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mills-Peninsula Medical Center

    1501 Trousdale Dr
    Burlingame, CA 94010
    Recipient of 46
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    15% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Chinese Hospital

    845 Jackson St
    San Francisco, CA 94133

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • St. Mary's Medical Center

    450 Stanyan St
    San Francisco, CA 94117
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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