Dr. Rustin R. Berlow, MD | Del Mar, CA | Neurologist

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Dr. Rustin Berlow has practiced neurology and psychiatry for 36 years. He completed his residency at Rush Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center and earned his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons. He sees patients in Del Mar, California. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Berlow 3.95 out of 5.

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65 Ratings
36 years of experience
5 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Rush Presbyterian St Lukes Medical Center
23 written reviews
2 specialties
16 areas of expertise
1 office location
Male

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

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Dr. Berlow's Ratings and Reviews

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65 Ratings with 23 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 12 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (32) Did WellNeeds Improvement (8)
Had a good bedside manner: (34) Did WellNeeds Improvement (6)
Spent time with me: (34) Did WellNeeds Improvement (6)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (33) Did WellNeeds Improvement (7)
Flexible scheduling: (36) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
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Thank you, Dr. Berlow...you have given us back our daughter. I do not usually write reviews but the positive changes in my daughter's mood began occurring after her second treatment. She said, "Mom, I feel happy for the first time in so long! I can concentrate and think clearly." That night, my daughter took the initiative to complete her homework without me having to badger her to complete it. A first...amazing!!!!

May 5th, 2020

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Complemented by a truly top-notch staff, Dr. Berlow is in a class by himself. With an engaging wit, he has given me a new life and a new spirit with his T.M.S. treatments (Transcranial Mind Stimulation). Him ambitions are grand for redefining psychiatry...and I'm with him.

February 21st, 2020

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I have been seeing Dr Berlow for many years. He has always gone far beyond the norm to ensure I get the care I need. I trust his expertise implicitly & his compassion & kindness is unparalleled.

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

Needs Improvement

June 21st, 2019

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I called for my husband and we got an appointment the same day. The doctor was easy to talk to, and helped us get rid of 5/9 of the medications he had been on. Both of us trust this doctor

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

December 5th, 2018

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Dr Berlow is obviously in medicine for the right reasons. It is refreshing to have a doctor who listens and really cares

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

December 5th, 2018

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When I was a teen I saw Dr Berlow twice. He was sexually suggestive, was looking at my breast the whole time. Disgusting and creepy. I brought my mother the second time I went to see him and she felt the same way. Never went back and I don’t recommend sending your teenage daughter.

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Needs Improvement

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

September 26th, 2018

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Wait time used to be very long, but is much less over the last year. Dr. Berlow is very eclectic and engaged, but very informal and neurotic. All around, I feel like I got good care here for depression.

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

December 21st, 2016

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An excellent, caring physician. He actually listens, and doesn't just hand you a prescription and rush you out the door. He is also very good about calling you back quickly when you need to talk to him. He treats you with respect, not condescension, like a human being instead of a diagnosis. I can't recommend him enough.

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

September 24th, 2016

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I first saw Dr Berlow in 1996. I was very broken. For the first time in my life a doctor gave me the correct diagnosis. With persistent determination, he found the medication that helped me participate in life like never before. Balanced! Through my recovery from alcoholism, drug addiction, and mental illness Dr Berlow has guided me with what I have needed. I love his sense of humor and intelligence. He has a big heart. He saved my life. I would recommend Dr Berlow to anyone

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

September 23rd, 2016

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Dr. Berlow is compassionate, thorough and conscientious. Results have been better than we dared hope for.

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

June 3rd, 2016

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1104 Camino del Mar Ste 10Del Mar, CA 92014

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Dr. Rustin Ralph Berlow, MD	Jeannine Thomas, MSPA, PA-C	Dr. Sara Zarei, MD, PhD	Dr. Ali Elahi, MD
Neurology	Neurology	Neurology	Neurology
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4 (65 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	3.3 (31 Ratings)
36 Years of Experience	21 Years of Experience	8 Years of Experience	26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish, Farsi	Speaks English, German, Persian, Spanish
Del Mar , CA	San Antonio , TX	Orange , CA	Corona Del Mar , CA
Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons	Med School: University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio	Med School: San Juan Bautista School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine
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Dr. Rustin Ralph Berlow 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 Rush Presbyterian St Lukes Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons in 1990.

NPI Number

Dr. Berlow's NPI number is 1164549077.

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Does Dr. Rustin Berlow accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. Rustin Berlow has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Rustin Berlow speak?: Dr. Rustin Berlow speaks English.
Does Dr. Rustin Berlow accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Rustin Berlow accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Rustin Berlow's office located?: Dr. Rustin Berlow's office is located at 1104 Camino del Mar Ste 10, Del Mar, CA, 92014.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rustin Berlow?: You can find contact information for Dr. Rustin Berlow here on Vitals.

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