Lowe Franklin, MD

I have been going to Dr. Lowe since I was 13. I am almost 43. I have a son who is 19 that has only ever seen Dr. Lowe as well. My whole family has gone to him since day one when my mom found him 30 years ago. There is no one else like him he treat you like family he follows up with you he checks on you etc. whenever you need to get in due to an emergency or something the staff I always make sure to get you in as soon as possible. Yes, sometimes you’re waiting a few hours when you make a last-​minute appointment in order to get scene but at the end it’s well worth it.

My wife’s new insurance prompted me to look for a new primary care physician a couple years ago and as luck would have it, I was looking to also be seen by an orthopaedic specialist who was in Dr Lowe’s medical group. Fortunately, this all came together and the main thing I want to say is that they rarely make them like Dr Lowe anymore! It’s sometimes a little tough to coordinate with his office and wait times can be long but once you’ve been there and see things going close to 100% (Dr Lowe himself usually at 115%), you can better appreciate the situation. More importantly, the very first time I was seen by Dr Lowe I really got the sense that he cared about me, the patient, not just the notes on my chart (straight out of Patch Adams right?)…and all later visits were the same. Not since having a pediatrician that I continued going to until a new insurance company wouldn’t let me (well, to be fair I was almost 30 by that time!), have I felt like I’m really with the right doctor.

Dr Lowe really cares…

I saw Dr. Lowe for my annual exam this week. Dr. Lowe is the best! He has been my doctor
for over 20 years. Because he is in such demand, the wait at his office can most times be very long, however I understand that Dr Lowe does his best to work all urgent patients in to his already full schedule. While I am waiting to see him, I am acutely aware of the times that I called and was worked in as an urgent patient, and the time my daughter was worked in and the time my husband was worked in and my mother etc… I am shocked when people use Unilocal to bash physicians especially when they do not have the facts straight. Dr. Lowe’s daughter is Not a therapist (she is in her early teens). His daughter is however a patient of a therapist that has worked wonders with specific issues in which she suffers. This therapist has been a god send and has changed her life. It is true that this therapist does not take insurance, I know this because I have discussed this very issue with Dr Lowe. This therapist takes very few patients and only by referral, I would consider it an honor to have Dr Lowe refer me to a therapist who is so important to his family. It is unfortunate that there is not a forum in which doctors could rate their patients! It is equally shocking that anyone can slander a physician on the same forum in which they rate their pizza. If all doctors cared as much and gave as much of themselves as Dr. Lowe does, I believe many lives could be changed for the better. THANK YOU Dr. Lowe

Dr. Lowe is the best doctor ever. Very caring and knowledgable. I have been with Dr. Lowe for 15+ years and I have been very satisfied. Would definitely recommend as a primary care physician.

Thorough, caring, attentive and knowledgable. I can understand how some people can’t handle his style but for those who can, you have found one of the best! He nearly always does a follow-​up call which is a rarity in this day and age. My family has been with him for about 22 years and we hope for many more…
…and in response to Mytime I. entry on 6/18…Dr Lowe doesn’t have any daughters out of college or in a business such as the one you mention… you have been misinformed and, now, have misinformed others… it would be honorable to edit your entry.

BEWARE: Dr. Lowe made a diagnoses and recommended a fascia spine release to be preformed by his DAUGHTER that would cost out of pocket and not covered by insurance.
I asked for a referral to a location that covers this item. Dr. Lowe’s office staff searched and found a Physical Therapist that does this facial spine release. The Physical Therapist called it a Neuro Spine Release, and said I am not a candidate for this. Instead the Physical Therapist went over a treatment that was completely different than what Dr. Lowe recommended.
OMG! Dr. Lowe referring patients to his daughter, and expecting patients to pay cash.
This appears to be totally unethical and disgraceful to those who practice in the medical field.
Always question a diagnosis and treatment from Dr. Lowe and his staff.

I have seen Dr. Lowe for the past 20 years — since i was 18 years old. My 93 year old grandmother has been a patient for 24 years and my mom was a patient as well — until she moved out of the area and had to change doctors. Although the wait at the office is often (typically) quite long — it is because Dr. Lowe spends quality time with each patient and will MAKE TIME for any patient who needs to be seen immediately. He is personable, funny, likeable, and professional. He always calls personally to check up on me after any sort of illness or procedure. I would give him 10 stars if that was an option!

I had dnot seen a doctor for several years because of generally bad experiences; not listening to what I was saying and cursory examinations being the norm. Dr. Lowe was a breath of fresh air… not tied to a computer, the impression that he is genuinely interested in my health and a keen focus on heart related issues.
Dr. Lowe is terrific, and I really appreciate having a dedicated, knowledgeable, responsible old-​school type of doctor to go to.

As the daughter of a doctor, I would give Dr. Lowe 10 stars if I could. He will not give up until he finds an answer and stays on top of new research and medical issues with a tenacity I rarely see in people these days. He puts the patient first and will spend time with you, it means that there may often be along wait, but he is well worth it. I would rather wait for competent, attentive care that blaze through and be ignored. We have suffered several tragedies by inattentive doctors until we found Dr. Lowe. You need to be an adult though, and make a list of questions, if he forgets to answer one, YOU need to ask again. He is blunt, a quality I like when my health is an issue. but incredibly friendly and personable.
I was born in CA almost 60 years ago, but am leaving soon. There are very few people I will miss, Dr. Lowe is at the top of those I will. If your priorities are in order, you will not find a better doctor.
My first review, in answer to another, was removed, you can see it under «reviews not recommended»
I’m happy to talk contact me at susanfields dot com

Dr. Lowe is a very experienced and dedicated physician. He caught my medical problems while other physicians missed. For couple of times, he called me late in the night to tell me the lab results. I am totally happy with his service.

Dr Lowe is simply a genius. I have worked with hundreds of physicians, nearly all treat purely by pharma treatment plans. Dr Lowe actually tailors an equation for quality of life. If you are lucky enough to become a patient, be intelligent enough to listen to the the Good Doc!
Ironically my post comes in response to the narcissist bride… Dr Lowe literally saved my husband’s life; an actual heart attack that all the other practitioners missed.

I love Dr Lowe. He is straight forward and tells you what to do to get better. It’s up to you if you listen or not. He will answer all your questions and never makes you feel rushed. He does make routine calls to follow up with you to see how you are. He genuinely loves his job and cares for his patients. He is always upbeat and his staff is friendly.

I got to make a comment for the person who gave 1 star. Agreed, Dr Lowe is by far not very politically correct… he makes random calls to my home at 10: pm and asks if «I’m still fat or if I’m going to care enough about my wife and kids to do something about getting healthy». Don’t miss the point here… A doctor actually calls me at my home in off hours when he has no other reason to call me except to see if I’m making the right choices. Regarding his practices, it may take an hour or so in the waiting room to see him, BUT he doesn’t rush the visit. He answers all questions, he asks all questions and he makes recommendations that, if followed, will lead you to a healthier life. I like the fact that a «PILL» is not always his first «go to», as he will look for the right solution, whether that is found in medication or making better life choices. Dr. Lowe is one of a kind and as a family practitioner, he sets the bar.

Dr Lowe is the BEST! He takes the time to get to know each and every one of his patients and is able to relay personal details which are relevant to their care. He takes the time to call and follow up after visits and treatment. I have never met a doctor who cares more about their patients than he does. He is in a class apart from the rest.

In relating to another post about this DR not listening to your concerns I had written a short list of things to speak to him about. I referred to the list and asked him my first question. Instead of answering he jerked the list out of my hand and never referred to it or anything on it after that. Rude is an understatement for him. It made me feel my concerns were unimportant and caused a lack of trust in his overall judgment.

My husband chose another doctor so I finally get to post this review. My husband and I went through a traumatic and emotional experience. In our raw and sensitive state Dr. Lowe made an offensive remark against me and my relationship.
About two years ago my husband, then boyfriend, went to the ER. While the doctor (not Lowe) was checking vitals some reading made it appear as though my husband was about to go into cardiac arrest. The conversation changed from «how old are you?» to «are you on cocaine?» in two seconds. Six to eight attendants rushed the room and hooked him up to what seemed like every machine available and injected him with chemicals to stop him from having a heart attack. Long story short, he was not going to have a heart attack but they kept him overnight for observation. We started the night at a family dinner and I left my healthy boyfriend at the hospital to go home alone. It was a horribly painful feeling to leave him but the nurses said I had to go.
The next day I went back to the hospital as soon as visiting hours were open. After a while Dr. Lowe came in to check up. When Dr. Lowe found out were were not married and living together he turned to me and said «Oh, well you know what they say about the cow giving away milk for free.» I was so shocked I couldn’t say anything. I probably had about four hours of restless sleep worrying about my partner and this arrogant bastard wants to make pointless intrusive comments against the patient’s girlfriend?
He may be an amazing doctor but his obnoxious, self righteous behavior is intolerable.

Dr Lowe provides the best care of any doctor I have ever visited. My family and I have exclusively seen him as our primary care physician for 17 years and would not give him up for anything. We make sure that we always have insurance that allows us to see him. Waiting may be long but this Dr puts in 12 – 16 hours everyday with a smile on his face and a ear to listen to your concerns. Sometimes on a Sunday he will jsut call to see how everyone is doing… That is true concern for his patients…
I would give him 10 stars if I could.

Dr Lowe is an INCREDIBLE doctor. He really interacts with his patients and gives follow up calls and shows interest in the well being of his patients. I have been to other doctors offices and waited up to 2 hours before, so only a 15 minute wait was SOOO nice

Dr. Lowe is an AMAZING doctor. I have been a patient of his for 10 years now and he is my daughters doctor as well. He will call and check up on you in a couple days to make sure you are feeling up to par. The only down side is the waiting. Expect to wait in the waiting room for 30 – 45 mins and then in the room for another 20. The waiting is a drag, but i would go though it becuase you wont find a doctor more caring.