Doany Waleed, MD

I was referred to this office from my OB for my second and third trimester ultrasounds. My first appointment was with Dr. Doany who was great. Today my appointment was with Dr. Manzano who was equally amazing. They were both really friendly, but most importantly you can tell they know what they are talking about. I’m a worrier when it comes to pregnancy, so both times I went to their office I had different concerns, and both times I left completely at ease. The office staff was super nice as well. Absolutely nothing negative to say about my experience with this office!

Love this office and especially Dr. Manzano!
We have been going to this office for both of our pregnancies and have had a good experience.
More importantly, the office is responsive to issues. We experienced long wait times during a couple visits from our first pregnancy a few years ago and it’s obvious that things have changed for the better since then. During a recent office visit, we were told the approx. wait time when we arrived and the staff apologized multiple times when we were seen a few minutes after our appt time.
For new patients — they have a brand new ultrasound machine with very high resolution. Very clear 4D images and video.

I regret visiting this clinic, and I am quite upset with my OB for making the referral. I had a scheduled level II ultrasound with Dr. Mansano. I did not know that the ultrasound would be conducted primarily by his sonographer that was rude and aggressive to say the least. She basically typed up a bunch of notes, called Dr. Mansano, and he reassured me that my baby has an 85 to 90 percent chance of birth defect. It does not matter if the results are correct or not his approach showed no compassion or care for my situation. He suggested I undergo a risky procedure, prescribed possible harmful antibiotics that could have caused me to go in to toxic shock, and potentially harming the fetus. I walked out of there baffled, I called a high risk specialist that I know in L.A., I had explained what I just went through, and they took me in right away so I don’t make a rash decision. They did not agree with his opinion, and I opted for the risky test with a more experienced physician, however it was done through the abdomen, no antibiotics needed. Dr Mansano showed absolutely no emotion or care when I asked about the risk of miscarriage. I feel that he does not possess the experience to really diagnose complicated matters. May be in a few years he will gain more knowledge, for now he should really brush up on his skills.
He should also learn to be more respectful.
I would recommend you see another specialist, there are plenty of good ones so conduct your research.

I was referred to this office at the recommendation of my OBs, and I have to say I’m so glad I went here for all my ultrasounds! I had a lot of hesitation in going to a high-​risk doctor as I’m considered obese, and I was worried I’d be berated for getting pregnant while heavy, lectured about the risks, etc, etc. (as I have experienced at other doctor’s offices.) Instead, I found compassionate yet informative care from all three doctors whom I saw periodically through out my pregnancy. In fact, I actually found them more compassionate than my regular OBs. It’s a tough thing being plus-​sized and pregnant, but I found the guidance of all three doctors absolutely wonderful and with their direction, I was able to have a very controlled weight gain and healthy pregnancy. They take their time very thoroughly through out your appointments and sure, sometimes you have to wait awhile, but rest assured this is because they are giving everyone the attention they and their babies deserve. I’ll hopefully be back for a second pregnancy!

Ridiculous wait times. Staff seems completely disorganized and can’t seem to communicate well to one another. At least an hour wait. Not worth the time– especially if you are a pregnant woman.

Dr. Doany and his entire staff were wonderful throughout my entire pregnancy. Yes, expect to sit there and wait. That is because he spends so much time with his patients (something you will never get anywhere else)! Be on top of your own insurance plan.
He took such good care of me throughout this pregnancy. He is very very knowledgable about so many intricate details that helped me maintain a healthy pregnancy despite of my circumstances.
He is strict with diet and I am so so happy for that. I gained only the weight I needed and shed it right off.
Thank you Dr. Doany you are our hero!

The waiting time is ridiculous!!! You are scheduled at 9am but they don’t take you in until 10am. One time they even forgot about my appointment and when I arrived to the office they said they didn’t see me scheduled?! What???
The doctor is great! Nothing negative can say about him, but they need to work on their schedule and discipline. Making hungry pregnant woman wait minimum 1 hour in the waiting room until you see the doctor!!! Shame on them!!!

I thought it was appropriate to write an update, as I’ve been back since my first review not once, but twice now. I was referred there again for my second trimester anatomy scan at 20 weeks, and had to go back at 21 weeks (at no extra charge) because it was impossible to get a good view of the baby’s face during the first scan. What I’ve said before holds. We didn’t meet any rude staff, Dr Doany and the scan technicians are amazing, very thorough and very friendly, and they have top notch equipment. Only reason I’m taking out one star is because the wait times seemed to be much longer this time compared to our first experience with the office. Guess we were just lucky the first time, as I was seen within 10 – 15 minutes of my arrival. Second time we went there it was more like a half hour wait (we had a late morning appointment), still not too bad. The third time though the wait was very long, like other reviewers have said. Probably an hour and 15 minutes before I was called in (original appointment was in mid afternoon) and with a waiting area that only had standing room by that time, to the point where the front office receptionist had to take me into the exam room, take my blood pressure and temperature etc. to try and move things along. I imagine they must have been running seriously behind. If they can find a way to run the practice a little more efficiently (maybe add one more ultrasound tech? — I think they only have two), they will be top of the game. If you have an appointment there, be prepared for a 1– 1 ½ hour long wait just in case, and bring a nice book or something to keep you occupied. Other than that, it was still a pleasant experience all in all and we didn’t feel rushed at all even though they were clearly swamped with patients. I’m going back in my third trimester for another structural scan around 32 weeks.

Agreed with everyone else. Worst staff. No compassion rude. .uneducated with insurance and horrible during stressful high risk pregnancy situations. Disgusting

I met Dr. Mansano for the first time today. I had a very positive experience with him and the doctor who did the anatomy scan. They were both in the room. The new office is equipped with high tech ultrasounds, plasma screen etc. As far as insurance and the cost, mine was covered 80% through insurance. I said no to 3D, although they give you a FREE picture of the baby face. That was complimentary. The front desk was not bad or rude either. I loved the whole experience, a lot. I highly recommend Dr. Mansano in the thousand oaks office.

This office does un necessary testing and charges exorbitant amount of money to bill you and the insurance. Non of test were explained prior to the ultrasound. The office pays the technician $ 40/​hour to perform an ultrasound, however charges the patient $ 1000 for a 45 min ultrasound. Be aware!!!
The staff is not helpful either

The staff is very helpful and Dr. Schmuel was amazing. She made me feel comfortable asking any question and was very informative. She was able to help me throughout my high risk pregnancy cant thank her enough. I was so happy that she performed my surgery.

SCAMMERS!!! HORRIBLE STAFF! I was referred to them during my first pregnancy and I was terrified that something could be wrong with my baby.
During my appointment, I was of course nervous about my appointment but the office staff told me I wouldn’t pay a dime and my insurance policy covered everything! I still opted out of certain tests but after the receptionist asked me 5 times to reconsider because it was all covered under insurance I changed my mind and agreed to testing.
Months later I was hit with a $ 500+ bill NOT covered by insurance. I was livid. I have disputed this bill with my insurance and refuse to pay. I agree with a lot of people that they totally scam you, which is SO sad because they know parents will do anything for their unborn baby.
I saw doctor Mansano, he was nice guy and told me my baby was perfectly healthy and nothing was wrong. The nurse who did my ultrasound was rough and tried turning my baby by scraping my stomach with the wand. It was so painful and she’s like «Yea this is going to hurt.» She was not sympathetic and continued to press the wand deep into my stomach. I would NOT recommend this practice to anyone.

Charged me $ 250 up front saying it was part of my outstanding deductible. Fine ok. Paid it and had my ultrasound. Just got a ridiculous bill for more money. My baby is already born so you can bet I won’t be paying this. I have had worse things on my credit. And to think they wanted me to come back for another u/​s! Thank god I didn’t!!! There is no reason someone who is insured should have a bill that high for a third trimester ultrasound.

My midwife sent me to this practice to get a post date ultrasound since I was ten days overdue. We were seen as soon as we arrived. Rachel, Dr. Monsano and Dr. Doany were very throurogh and professional with great bedside manner. Would definitly see these doctors again, if need be.

We would like to thank Dr Doany from the bottom of our hearts. He is an outstanding high risk medical doctor and helped us go through tough pregnancy with wise and successful decision making skills that resulted in a successful delivery of our twin babies. We strongly recommend him!!!

I’m giving it 2 stars for the actual Dr but the negative reviews are incredibly accurate! Their billing dept called my insurance the day before, and the day of the appt, told me that I had an upfront charge of $ 250 (where they got this amount, i still have no clue!!) bc my deductible hasn’t been met. I called my insurance company to clarify and they said the ultrasound should be covered. I’ve been pregnant before and if you opt for the Quad Marker Screening, it should be covered under Maternity. And I didn’t have to pay for it with my previous pregnancy so why am
I paying now?!? Anyway, I refused to pay the $ 250 upfront charge and told them that I am willing to cancel my appt if necessary. They called my insurance again and my insurance said its covered. Now, I’m
Not sure what they’re going to bill my appt for, but if I get an ridiculous bill in the mail in the next month, you’re damn sure ill be fighting it! It’s ridiculous! I’ve never had to deal with such money hungry office staff before!!!

I’ve had 2 visits with Dr. Doany, and I have no complaints with his care and professional demeanor. However both times I needed to leave work to be on time for my scheduled appointment, and both times, I was left in the waiting room for one hour after my appointment time. One appointment was in the late afternoon, and one in the late morning, is it possible they were running that far behind both times? And both times, once the technician was done, I waited another 10 – 15 minutes to see the doctor. I’m glad I only have to come back here one more time for my third trimester ultrasound.
I understand things come up for the doctors but I wish this office had more respect for their patients and their time.

STAY AWAY! Their billing department is a fraud and don’t clearly explain anything. I feel like I got hustled here.
As my previous review states, I was told that I would owe $ 125 for the service I received and I was NOT a high risk pregnancy. Almost a month after the appointment I got a massive bill for the «balance». I specifically called and asked how much I would owe prior to my appointment and they kept saying $ 125 and I kept asking if they were sure. I just got off the phone with their so called billing department to question them about this and if course the lady wouldn’t give me a clear answer other than I just have to pay the bill.
I will be reporting them.

Dr. Doany is really a blessing. Having moved to LA (a totally daunting new city) while expecting our first baby, being referred to Dr. Doany has been really the best support during this whole experience. He devotes so much time to each appointment and his techs are so well trained and educated. So even spending time with them is comforting. It means so much to have an outstanding doctor support during your first pregnancy, regardless of the journey. He’s (and the staff) have defied all the negative feelings I had heard about with standard business-​like obgyns. He’s compassionate, integrative, educated and easy to get along with. He’s advised me exactly in the direction I needed to go and I never questioned his guidance. Seriously a great practice and an awesome doctor, we’re truly thankful.