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5901 Encina Rd, Suite A, Goleta, CA, 93117, United States
Get directionsWeekday | Schedule | Status |
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Mon | 8:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. | |
Tue | 8:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. | |
Wed | 8:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. | |
Thu | 8:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. | |
Fri | 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. | |
Sat | 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. | |
Sun | Closed |
The consultation I had with Dr. Encarnacion was absolutely a disappointment for lack of a better word. I understand she has the entitlement to medically discern who she treats but not to the extent of denying to treat a patient who has a prescription she needs filled based on her (Dr. Encanacion’s) belief and morals instead of factual reasoning. I drink only on occasion, I use cannabis on occasion, which I informed her of truthfully. In quote she said “I won’t treat patients who use substances because it is against my pract... read more
Worst Psychiatrist scammer in town Sofia M. Encarnacion, MD 1.3 (37) Reviews says it all, she’ll take your insurance information and charge you after hanging up the call early, she doesn’t prescribe meds, and is the most unprofessional medical person I’ve ever witnessed, my girlfriend is in tears right now after that call she had with her. She talked down to my gf and made her feel like a drug addict for just simply trying to get her meds refilled for adhd and anxiety… we came from Oregon and she was on these meds for a yea... read more
If I could give 0 stars, I would. She was incredibly rude and unprofessional. After no more than 3 minutes of speaking, she told me that she would not be taking me on as a patient for reasons she refused to elaborate on. It wasn’t until I spoke with the receptionist that she explained Encarnacion’s probable reasoning but even she agreed that it was unprofessional. AND SHE STILL CHARGED ME TO SEE HER??? I can tell by over reviews that I was not alone in her malpractice so I would definitely encourage anyone reading this to se... read more
TLDR: I had a similar experience to the other reviewers. Forced monthly appointments for routine refills, refusal to consider writing FMLA letter, and late to every appointment. In 2021, Dr. E forced me to keep monthly appointments with her just to get my regular ol’ Wellbutrin refills. Luckily, my GP took over this prescription, so I’m no longer enabling her grift. Unfortunately, I just attempted to resume care with Dr. E because I believe my meds need an adjustment and I need an FMLA letter, but she said she does not do ... read more
Dr. Encarnacion helped me when I had an urgent and sudden disability (I had an onset of a rare eye disease causing blindness). I needed anxiety and depression as well as panic attack attack medication immediately. She made arrangements to meet with me immediately and was kind, comforting and supportive. Our patient Dr. relationship has grown throughout the year and you may need to give these things time. She is also very thorough and by the books as far as proper diagnosis/medications go. I appreciate how she conducts our ap... read more
Sofia Encarnacion, MD has a 5 star rating with 4 reviews.
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