Dr. David Scharf, MD | Sherman Oaks, CA | Neurologist

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Dr. David Scharf has practiced neurology and internal medicine for 41 years and is affiliated with Sherman Oaks Hospital. He completed his residency at LAC USC Medical Center and earned his medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University. He sees patients in Sherman Oaks and Oxnard, California, and speaks English and Spanish.

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accepting new patients
4.3

23 Ratings
41 years of experience
5 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Lac Usc Medical Center
5 written reviews
2 specialties
10 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
3 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Scharf's Ratings and Reviews

4.3

23 Ratings with 5 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 10 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (9) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (9) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (9) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
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Excellent neurologist

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

May 18th, 2015

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Such a sweet and kind man! He diagnosed my severe shooting pains right away, ruled out something worse, and I am all better!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 4th, 2013

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Dr. Scharf is an EXCELLENT Neurologist....favorite doctor I've ever had. He is so caring and personable. Very competent and will make referrals to equally great and caring physicians as needed.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

November 29th, 2011

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I was referred to him by another doctor and was apprehensive as I've been to some rather condescending and cold neurologists but Dr. Scharf was very approachable, willing to spend time explaining his findings and as said above, quite kind. His exam was comprehensive and he was honest when he explained that he wasn't certain what was going on with me, but he then ordered appropriate tests and called me personally after reviewing the results and gave me excellent follow up care..the problem was resolved.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

August 1st, 2011

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The California workers comp system is ruining the lives of actual injured workers. The AME doctors are usually washed up doctors needing money and will write a report as the insurance company requests it be written. However, although I was apprehensive in visiting a new AME, Dr. Scharf, I was taken by surprise. He is by far the MOST OUTSTANDING, KNOWLEDGEABLE, and patient friendly doctor I have ever visited. I would use him as my regular neurologist and would recommend him over any neurologist I have seen in the last 5 years and that has been a lot. It is nice to see a doctor that cares more about a patient and their medical problems than a money hungry washed up doctor that begs for insurance companies' business and perjure their reports.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 5th, 2009

David Scharf Md Inc

4910 Van Nuys Blvd Ste 302Sherman Oaks, CA 91403

Tel: (818) 783-0036

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm

WedClosed

Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri9:00 am - 1:00 pm

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Scharf David Office

2001 Solar Dr Ste 220Oxnard, CA 93036

Tel: (805) 988-4707

MonClosed

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Wed9:00 am - 3:30 pm

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Sherman Oaks Hospital

4929 Van Nuys BlvdSherman Oaks, CA 91403

Tel: (818) 981-7111


Dr. David Scharf, MD	Neurotrauma Medical Group, MD	Dr Thomas M. Kurian, MD	Jeannine Thomas, MSPA, PA-C
Neurology	Neurology	Neurology	Neurology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.3 (23 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (148 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
41 Years of Experience		17 Years of Experience	21 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Farsi, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish
Sherman Oaks , CA	Glendale , CA	Santa Clarita , CA	San Antonio , TX
Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University		Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine	Med School: University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
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Dr. David Scharf holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Lac Usc Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University in 1985.

NPI Number

Dr. Scharf's NPI number is 1588607527.

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