Yelena Wood, MD | San Clemente, CA | Internist

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Dr. Yelena Wood treats hypertension and hypertensive emergency and performs electrocardiograms. She practices internal medicine and has 28 years of experience. She is affiliated with University of California San Diego Medical Center Hillcrest and sees patients in San Clemente, California. Dr. Wood completed her residency at Huntington Memorial Hospital in 2002 and earned her medical degree from USC. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Wood 4.57 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

accepting new patients
4.6

58 Ratings
28 years of experience
speaks English
Huntington Memorial Hospital
15 written reviews
1 specialty
8 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Female

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

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Yelena Wood's Ratings and Reviews

4.6

58 Ratings with 15 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 6 Minutes

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Patients’ Perspective

Gave an accurate diagnosis: (19) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (21) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (21) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (18) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Flexible scheduling: (21) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
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Dr Wood is awesome. She provides highly personalized and excellent care.

May 28th, 2019

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Dr. Wood is personable, professional and thorough in her evaluations and exams. She takes her time to discuss concerns and orders lab work and referrals in a timely manner.

July 21st, 2018

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Dr. Woods has a great bedside manner. She is thorough and caring and takes her time

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

April 7th, 2017

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I have been seeing Dr. Wood for 3 years. She is a great communicator and listener. Staff is excellent. Great 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

January 3rd, 2017

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Dr Wood is one o the best doctors I have seen. She is caring and most of all very good in explaining whats going on. I love her candid and honest approach. I can talk to her about anything, and feel validated and know Im getting the best care available. I recommend her highly.

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

October 17th, 2016

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She's as good of a doctor as I've ever had. I don't know what else I can say, highly recommend.

October 12th, 2016

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I recently moved to San Clemente and wanted to find a really good female Doctor. I was lucky to find Dr. Wood. It is not easy to find someone who makes you feel so comfortable and cared for like Dr. Wood! I am very happy to have her as my Doctor and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a GREAT 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

June 3rd, 2016

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wonderful caring doctor very impressed

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, 2016

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Dr. Helena Woods is the best doctor I have ever been lucky enough to have! Great diagnostician, kind, and approachable. The staff is also terrific!

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

April 18th, 2016

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outstanding doctor,best doctor I have ever had.still see dr.wood I'm getting healther by the day.always takes the time to explain everything until understood.how truly blessed I am to have her as my doctor. THANK YOU DR.WOOD MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS US ALL WITH YOUR SERVICE

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

April 13th, 2016

Optum - San Clemente

724 S El Camino RealSan Clemente, CA 92672

Tel: (949) 493-6113


Yelena Wood, MD	Dr. George Mousa, MD	Dr. Adewumi Bakare DMSc, PA-C	Dr. Argenis Curiel, MD
Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.6 (58 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (5 Ratings)
28 Years of Experience	17 Years of Experience		8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English		Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin)	Speaks English, Spanish
San Clemente , CA	Upland , CA	Mesquite , TX	Fresno , CA
Med School: USC	Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine	Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc	Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Yelena Wood 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 2025.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Huntington Memorial Hospital in 2002.

Internship

Completed their internship at Huntington Memorial Hospital in 1999.

Medical School

Graduated from USC in 1998.

NPI Number

Yelena Wood's NPI number is 1821091174.

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Where is Yelena Wood's office located?: Yelena Wood's office is located at 724 S El Camino Real, San Clemente, CA, 92672.
How can I make an appointment with Yelena Wood?: You can find contact information for Yelena Wood here on Vitals.
What languages does Yelena Wood speak?: Yelena Wood speaks English.
Does Yelena Wood accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Yelena Wood has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Yelena Wood affiliated with?: Yelena Wood is affiliated with University Of California San Diego Medical Center Hillcrest.

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