Rokaw refused to evaluate me for a documented health risk in my immediate family. He also tried to correct my referral code, claiming to personally know on sight that I am not transgender, then proceeded to mock his other transgender patients as "too sensitive", "difficult", and "unhappy with their results." While he did not violate confidentiality, denigrating his patients was wildly unprofessional, and denigrating a marginalized group as a whole should disqualify him from treating them. He directly advised me to reconsider hormone replacement therapy due to aesthetic concerns (his, not mine). Calling someone too attractive to transition borders on harassment. He claimed that I needed referral letters to pursue HRT, which is untrue in California, and his office had told me when I made the appointment that Rokaw practiced informed consent. Did he misrepresent himself as experienced in gender affirming care deliberately, or did his office merely check a box since he practices endocrinology? His receptionist certainly said he was "one of the best gender specialists in the city" when I made the appointment, and he clearly had trans HRT patients about whom to complain. I'll add that his information about hormone regimens approved by the Endocrine Society was outdated. I'm given to understand he primarily works with one specialty anymore, as he sent a mass letter to patients dropping them from his practice. But even his patients for whom this treatment would not be relevant should be aware how he speaks about patients behind their backs. He ignored my medical concerns, interrupted and spoke over me even though I was being polite and soft-spoken, mocked my apparent medical knowledge vis-a-vis his own, and told an off-color joke all before he found out I was transgender. He also didn't look at my notes ahead of time (or indeed until partway into the appointment), the wait was interminable, their phone system frustrating.

Submitted Sept. 20, 2023

Dr Rokaw is knowledgeable and friendly , unfortunately his office staff is terrible.. so rude, disrespectful, and have absolutely no regard for the patient whatsoever. Unfortunately I had to find a new doctor because I could not handle the staff anymore

Submitted Dec. 9, 2022

Nothing tickles me more than repeating his vile words to other health providers and the insurance company. You know you’re guilt when you don’t have the wherewithal to bill the patient for your abuse. I called for 2 post ER recommended visits and he got on the phone and said this,”DO YOU THINK I SIT AROUND EATING BOB BONS ALL DAY WAITING FOR YOU TO CALL SO I CAN DROP EVERYTHING AND SEE YOU?” You want to see this narcissistic man, you need therapy.

Submitted Nov. 16, 2021

I thought he was one of the most arrogant, condescending doctors I have ever dealt with. He talks down to people and I really didn't appreciate his attitude at all. I would never go to him again.

Submitted May 19, 2016

MOST EXCELLENT PHYSICIAN IN SAN FERNANDO VALLEY CA

Submitted Dec. 30, 2013

I have been a patient of Dr Rokaw for 15 years. The man is unbelieveable in his knowledge of medicine. He has referred me to other top notch doctors when needed. He is very personable and always has a joke to cheer you up. I have referred friends to him and they are equally impressed.

Submitted Jan. 22, 2013

I have been seen by SEVERAL specialists, internists, endocrinologists, etc. (international, Houston, Dallas and LA) and by far Dr. Rokaw supersedes them ALL above and beyond. MY DIABETES and ALL issues that were out of control in my body FINALLY ARE CONTROLLED AND WAS ABLE TO CONCEIVE A BABY!!!. I NEVER feel rushed and takes his time to LISTEN to my health concerns, as opposed to other physicians who are just "text book and blah blah" and nothing of results. If you want results and a physician to tell you the truth straight forward with humor about life, this is the doctor for you! May God bless Dr. Rokaw! I am vey hard to draw blood and ALL of his personell are able to find it quickly, no pain and ONE POKE!!!! Front desk is excellent and office is newly renovated, VERY NICE!

Submitted April 7, 2012

I do not like or trust doctors, but I both like and respect the opinions of Dr. Rokaw. He is open to alternative treatments where they are generally effective, and he follows up on test with a phone call. He has never been unavailable for a prescription refill or for a question. Also rare in doctors, he has a sense of humor. This makes him more human, in my opinion. I would and have recommended him to anyone in need of an endocrinologist.

Submitted May 9, 2011

very devoted to protecting his patients. sense of humor, though not for everyone, also does not run up bills.

Submitted Jan. 23, 2011

bad ,very bad sick very very very sick office is very dirty

Submitted July 5, 2010