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Dr. Tova Sofer, MD

Dr. Tova Sofer, MD

Gastroenterology*
10+ years of experience

Dr. Tova Sofer, MD is a gastroenterologist in Los Angeles, CA and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY / SACRAMENTO / COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES in 2011. She is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. She is accepting telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

8631 W 3rd St Ste 540E Los Angeles, CA 90048
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Sofer is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center West Hollywood, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Sofer specializes in the areas of Gastroenterology & Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • 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
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Sofer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sofer

3.8
17 ratings, 15 with a written review
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Referred by my primary care internist who has very high standards. High energy, engaged, focused, easy to communicate with, professional, explains results of colonoscopy.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jeff Balash – Apr 09, 2024
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Knowledgeable & Caring
Telehealth
Kind. Passionate. Caring. Thinks outside of the box. I have Gastroparesis. Explains things thoroughly. Answers any questions or concerns I may have. Together we are able to talk things out & discuss anything & options. Dr. Soffer is on top of it! Returns calls within a timely manner, even if she’s at home! Always calls after a procedure to check in on me. I’m thrilled she is now in her own practice. The number listed on healthgrades is incorrect. Call Cedars Sinai Los Angeles for her direct number! Jody Chane
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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Jody C. – Nov 14, 2023
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Wonderful compassionate doctor
Last March, Dr. Sofer came in on a Sunday to Cedars Sinai ER to do an emergency Endoscopy colonoscopy on myself. I had an upper GI bleed which Dr. Sofer was able to clamp and stop te bleed. Also, turns out I have a rare blood disease of which she called in my hematologist. She is very caring!Had to see her again in August for another bleed. And am actually seeing her today with a different problem. You are in wonderful hands with Dr. Sofer
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Marilyn Irvin – Nov 02, 2023
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Uncaring GI
Dr Sofer at L.A. Gastro consulted my about his ER issue, scheduled his colonoscopy in Beverly Hills. Then rescheduled it to Glendale Sur Ctr. Husband had his colonoscopy w/Dr Sofer. Sent him his results but GHOSTED him completely!! Dr Sofer never called us back after leaving several messages w/Breeze. Office told us his PCP office could go over results with him. The PCP office that was odd but was kind enough to do it. No follow up, no going over results of biopsy, no return call. They would not even schedule appt. Breeze at their office said they no longer accept his insurance. Ok weird & fine. Today I find out per my healthcare job this doctor does accept this insurance. So not only does this office ignore patients and has stalled my husband’s care. Since we are having to wait months for another procedure with another GI. They lie!!! Beware!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Leese – Feb 25, 2023
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First Time I’ve Been Listened To
Dr. Sofer was the first doctor that listened to me about my symptoms instead of brushing them off. I’ve been pretty sick for the past few years from this and because I’m a young woman, most doctors have been brushing it off as IBS, even though it does not match those symptoms. Dr. Sofer is the first to bring compassion and clinical skill back to care.
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
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Dec 27, 2022
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Working Bee
M.D. Sofer - you’re not suffer Since the moment you met her Oriental humble look I'm ensorcelled like in book The One Thousand and One Nights to know what is up To wake up and follow up That’s makes sense, so join the club Impromptu by Boris K’Zorin Musical Artist, Producer Los Angeles, CA
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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Boris K'Zorin – Jun 27, 2022
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Very thorough and I felt she really cares about what she does. Also, felt like I was in good hands. She treated both myself and my husband. Would trust her with my mother.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Dec 28, 2021
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Dr. Tova Sofer seems sweet and lovely in person, but she doesn’t care about your health or your needs. She will not return your call even after multiple urgent messages and all of this delay will drag out your treatment just like it did mine. Wait longer to see a better doctor, I swear it will be worth it. I have been in pain and suffering for 6 months and if I could go back, I would wait 6 more for a decent doctor!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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C Schoenfeld – Oct 29, 2021
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Absolutely amazing GI doctor! I have been seeing her for a few years for my IBS symptoms. She is so caring and spends quality time with me. I am so happy to have found her. I was seeing another GI doctor before but was still having a lot of stomach pain. After starting to see Dr. Sofer I feel so much better - I finally feel like I have my life back!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Aug 29, 2020
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Fantastic GI. My husband and I have been going to her for a few years. Highly recommend her. Very intelligent and compassionate.
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
7 others found this helpful
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Sep 25, 2019
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Excellent doctor. Dr. Sofer performed my colonoscopy yesterday, following her thorough explanation of the procedure and discussion of my anesthesia allergies and past colonoscopy results. She was totally accommodating to my requests and performed at the highest levels of patient care. I was very impressed and pleased with Dr. Sofer and her team. I highly recommend Dr. Sofer.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
10 others found this helpful
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Mar 16, 2019
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Best GI specialist. I drove 3 hours to have my mom seen by her. Very trustworthy and intelligent. Thank you Dr. Sofer.
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
8 others found this helpful
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none – Jan 15, 2019
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Best GI specialist. She's very compassionate and knowledgeable. Dr. Sofer saved my life from ulcerative colitis. Thank you.
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
6 others found this helpful
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Shanese – Jun 26, 2018
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Rude, condescending and not interested in helping her patients. Disregarded everything I said to her and showed absolutely no compassion.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Los Angeles – Mar 20, 2018
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Borderline racist. But she's a woman and a "minority' so its cool
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
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Dec 22, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Tova Sofer, MD is a gastroenterologist in Los Angeles, CA and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY / SACRAMENTO / COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES in 2011. She is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. She is accepting telehealth appointments.
  • Gastroenterology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • California State University / Sacramento / College Of Health And Human Services

    Medical School, 2011
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Jeffrey H. Sherman MD Inc.8631 W 3rd St Ste 540E Los Angeles, CA 90048
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Practice

Lac-USC Medical Center1200 N State St Los Angeles, CA 90089
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

    8700 Beverly Blvd
    West Hollywood, CA 90048
    Recipient of 37
    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

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    79%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    14% higher than the national average

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