Brian S. Lipson, MD

I saw Dr. Lipson for many years and finally had to move on to another doctor. On one hand, he made me feel better with allergy shots and asthma medications, which I appreciate. On the other hand, I always felt like he did not have my best interest in mind, but rather the interest of his wallet. He forces asthma patients to see him every 3 months otherwise he will not refill prescriptions. His office staff turned over frequently over the years, which is never a good sign, and too often they didn’t seem to care much about their work. And the billing was routinely problematic. I found a new doctor in Atherton and am very happy.

Great job taking care of my son I highly recommend

Everyone here has been pleasant and helpful. Just started the shots — so far, so good. :)

Fail! I’ve wanted to write this review for a while, but I withheld because I didn’t want his office to take it out on me by increasing my immunology dosage. Dr. Lipson is nice enough, but there’s no bedside manner from him or his staff unless it benefits them. They failed to inform me of their immunology hours, so I came at the wrong time more than a few occasions. The entire conversation when I called — Me: Hello, are there shots given today? Receptionist: Yes. It would have been helpful if she said yes, but told me Shannon was out to lunch. When I tried to go to their East bay location, they again failed to tell me the complete address and that it was another doctor’s office, so I’m standing there stupidly at the directory looking for Dr. Lipson’s name. Once I find the right suite, I was given the wrong hours again! Not only does it hurt my arm from the shots, but such an additional pain in the booty to even try to receive them. Three more things that irk me: 1) Dr. Lipson requested I not call the phone number listed on Unilocal anymore, because they only use that number for tracking new clients. 2) Dr. Lipson wanted to take a photo of me receiving my shots to post on his page. I’m beginning to see a pattern here, so I think not! 3) His office never forwarded my records when I tried to go see a new allergist. The one star is for the free candy, but you’re going to need a good dentist after long-​term treatment.
Addendum: A few results of my food allergy testing record were incorrect. Reactions: 3+ for chocolate, 3+ for lobster, 3 for tuna, etc. I’ve never had any problems eating these items, and I eat tuna sashimi/​tartare all the time. My new allergist confirmed my non-​allergy to cocoa bean, so could it possibly be that Dr. Lipson’s office chocolate solution had egg white in it (which is a confirmed allergy).

Dr. Lipson has been my allergist and internist since I moved to the bay area and has guided me through some rough times. It is always possible to get an appointment for a shot or visit.
His clear scientific explanations have helped me – even if it is hard to change my life style.
I recommend Dr. Lipson as an allergist.

I’ve been a patient of Dr. Lipson’s since the beginning of his practice. From internal medicine to being an Allergist Dr. Lipson is the best around. He is dedicated to his patients always trying to find the best care and solutions to what ails them. I have never waited more than 5 minuets to see him and his staff is very professional and friendly. I would highly recommend Dr. Lipson.