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Dr. Sylvia Lam, MD

Dr. Sylvia Lam, MD

Pediatrics*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Sylvia Lam, MD is a pediatrician in Panorama City, CA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Kaohsiung Medical College in 1972. She is affiliated with medical facilities Alexian Brothers Medical Center 1 and Saint Alexius Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.6 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 2.6 Star Rating (24 reviews)

Practice

8727 Van Nuys Blvd Ste 101 Panorama City, CA 91402
Telehealth available
(818) 899-5555

Care Philosophy

"We listen and accept opinions.  No antibiotic unless is medically indicated.  Best referrals when it's medically necessary. Alternative medicine when it's obligated."

- Dr. Sylvia Lam, MD

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Lam specializes in the area of Pediatrics. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Clean Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is clean. • See hospitals
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Dr. Lam's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lam

2.6

24 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 Star
38%
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4 Star
4%
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
58%
58%

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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Apr 26, 2022
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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
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mohammad Ali in Stockholm, AB – Apr 02, 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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Cierra – 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
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Hoffman Estates, IL – Mar 08, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
etta in Hoffman Estates, IL – 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Barbara in Palatine, IL – Oct 13, 2016
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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
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Chicago, IL – Sep 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jeff Berry in Streamwood, IL – Jun 25, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

We listen and accept opinions.  No antibiotic unless is medically indicated.  Best referrals when it's medically necessary. Alternative medicine when it's obligated.

biography

Dr. Sylvia Lam is a Pediatrician & Family Doctor serving the Hoffman Estates area for more than 40 years. Dr. Lam is experienced in Headache & Sinus Infection, School Physical Exam and Newborn Exams & Vaccination. Started practicing 1972. read more

  • Pediatrics

  • Family Medicine

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  • Private Practice - Group/partnership

  • American College Of Med Quality

    Fellowship Hospital, 1984

  • Mercy Hospital & Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1973

  • Kaohsiung Medical College

    Medical School, 1972
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics
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Pediatrics†
†Self designated 
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Locations

Practice

Clinical Latino Americana8727 Van Nuys Blvd Ste 101 Panorama City, CA 91402
1
Chapcare-Lincoln2055 Lincoln Ave Pasadena, CA 91103
2
Office16 E Huntington Dr Arcadia, CA 91006
3

Practice

Allison R. Yim M.D. Inc.504 S Sierra Madre Blvd Pasadena, CA 91107
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Alexian Brothers Medical Center 1

    800 Biesterfield Rd
    Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
    Recipient of 31
    hospital awards

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

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

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

    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

    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Saint Alexius Medical Center

    1555 N Barrington Rd
    Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024)

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

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    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.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    72%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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