Rokaw Joshua MD

Dr. Rokaw is simply one of the best physicians in all of LA. He is knowledgable, kind, considerate, practical, and on point with his diagnostic techniques and treatments.
I recommend him to any and everyone.

I had my first appointment with Dr. Rokaw and it was one of the most informative doctors appointment I’ve ever had. I went in for hyperthyroid and had been having a hard time with it. He took the time to listen to all my concerns and answered every question I had (which were a lot) He took his time which I’ve never seen a doctor do before. My primary doctor kept a timer for each patient. He does joke a lot. It’s almost like talking to a friend. He is very knowledgable and listens to patients. I would recommend Dr. Rokaw

I have been going to Dr Rokaw for many years. He is thoughtful and listens to your needs and problems. Yes he does make some jokes and sometimes likes to mentally spar with his patients… but nothing serious or anything any reasonable person would believe is arrogant. A super nice guy as well.

I saw Dr Rokaw for a pre-​op physical prior to a total hip replacement. I found him knowledgeable, personable, and helpful. He visited me daily while I was in the hospital. I would consider switching Doctors and have him be my PCP.

I have been seeing Dr. Rokaw every 6 months for thyroid cancer treatment and follow up for the last four years. I was referred to him by one of the valleys most amazing Ob/Gyn’s Dr. Rebecca Perlow. Dr. Rokaw has such a great bed side manner. During a visit I mentioned how my family had so many questions about my diagnosis and he picked up the phone right inside of the exam room and asked for their number. He answered all of their questions and put them at ease. He is funny and full of wisdom in his field. He has been practicing medicine for many years and is an expert in his field. Every time I need to choose a new insurance I make sure he is a preferred provider. I highly recommend him.

This man was more concerned with making jokes due to his self-​absorbed arrogant nature, than fulfilling his patient’s needs (he even asked why I didn’t laugh at one of his unfunny jokes). My goal was to receive help for a dire situation, not to be entertained.
Instead of just prescribing refills on the medicine I had been taking for the past 5 years (my previous doctor had retired) he needed to play psychoanalyst and prescribed a drug that not only caused a bad reaction, but was not in his field of expertise. This is why I originally asked for refills on the drug I was already taking. I would have been in better hands if I had gone to the emergency room.
He also had the desire to question everything you said regardless of what it was, as if he didn’t understand, just so he could «correct» you. I sense he didn’t feel comfortable that a patient is capable of knowing something about medical science, so he felt threatened,
Fortunately, I am now with a great internist who listens, cares about my needs, and not absorbed in himself

I have only been going to him for a year but so far I am very happy with the experience. Nice person, very personable and funny.

I have seen Dr. Rokaw for the past several years now to manage my diabetes. I have always found him kind, informative and extremely knowledgeable in his field.
He has a great sense of humor. I would always recommend him to anyone needing a good diabetes doctor.

He’s absolutely amazing, and so are his staff. He always patiently listens to my concerns. I’ve never had a hard time getting an appointment. Another endocrinologist wanted me to wait 3 months for a consultation when I was in what my GP called a «thyroid crisis;» Dr. Rokaw’s office got me in within 3 days. I’ve had to expedite some of my follow-​up appointments due to changes in my condition, and they have always been able to squeeze me in within the week. He also has a good sense of humor that puts me at ease. I’ve always been afraid of medical care and while I don’t think I’ll get over that, Dr. Rokaw and his staff calm me down so well by making me feel respected, heard, and genuinely cared for. All of the nurses/​assistants in his office are incredibly kind and talented, too. A few of them have magic hands when it comes to blood draws, and they’re good conversationalists, too, which really helps!

He failed me. I was 32, losing hair fast, sleeping 12 hrs a day, ankle pain when I stood up; he said things like «You’re getting older,» and «I’m losing hair too.» I asked if it could be thyroid (turned out it was, ahem) and asked for more tests. He said «I’m the doctor; don’t you think I’d order all the tests needed?» (btw IMO 3 vials of bloodwork doesn’t cut it). He also gave my mother the flu shot WITHOUT HER CONSENT AND KNOWLEDGE. He distracted her, gave her the shot and then said «Now let’s talk about the flu shot I just gave you.» I suffered needlessly watching my health and life go down the tubes and he treated me like I was a fly he was brushing away from his face. I’m glad I’m gone from him, but someday I hope he’s going to have to answer for his non-​actions and lack of compassion.

Dr. Rokaw is professional, kind, funny, and really listens to your concerns. I searched for a solid PCP for years, and am lucky to have found Dr. Rokaw.