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Baolin Wu
(12 Reviews)
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1551 Ocean Ave. #210 Santa Monica, CA 90401
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(12 Reviews)
Service
4 star average for Service
Environment
4 star average for Environment
Expertise
3.5 star average for Expertise
Staff
2.5 star average for Staff
Recommended
4 star average for Recommended
Value
3 star average for Value
Did this acupuncturist promise you results that you didn't see?
Not at all, everything they told me was completely accurate
Were the staff members able to answer your questions?
Yes
Did this provider pressure you to purchase any unnecessary products during your visit?
No, my decisions were always respected
Was your acupuncturist knowledgeable about other elements of Chinese herbal medicine?
Extremely, they incorporated them into my treatment.
Did this provider promise services he/she couldn't provide?
Not at all! They exceeded my expectations
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.65.132
August 29, 2013
message from Michael M at : http://www.yelp.com/biz/beijing-chinese-medical-center-santa-monica#hrid:QwnCkJhllix9n3eMoH-byg

Please be advised that Dr. Wu did NOT provide me with any guidance, help or any support. To be honest, I was completely dissatisfied with his service and his approach. The only thing that seemed important was being paid. When I walked into his office and when my appt was being confirmed, etc...the main message was: we take cash. "Remember to bring $170 in cash." I have seen a variety of Eastern and Western practitioners as I am dealing with gastrointestinal issues. I have spent a lot of my hard earned money on doctors and wellness experts and Dr. Wu without a doubt was the biggest shyster I have ever dealt with. I walked into his office, was greeted by his very sweet front desk workers, they gave me a host of forms to fill out then THEY met with me, supposedly because he has poor lEnglish anguage skills. After they interviewed me, Dr. Wu came in put about 20 needles into me, placed a heat lampy above me, never speaking to me by the way, and then told me to lay there for 30 minutes. When the 30 minutes were up, he came back in, took the needles out, turned me around, squeezed my back and said he was done. His 2 translators then came in, without him, told me:

1.) I was nervous - anxious
2.) Stressed out from work
3.) I was sensitive
4.) That I needed to come back and see him 2-3 times per week

He prescribed me some "medicinal tea" and pills.

The cost: $65 for the tea, $39 for the pills.

The tea hasn't worked, the pills are a joke and he is a SHYSTER. STAY AWAY FROM HIM AND DON'T BELIEVE ANYTHING YOU READ ABOUT HIM ON YELP. THEY ARE ALL PROBABLY HIS FRIENDS.

I cannot even begin to tell you how dissapointed I was with his treatment and his care.

He was absolutely atrocious.

I don't usually post on boards, or sites like this, but I wanted to make sure no one else wasted their hard earned money on this "professional" who claims to be able to treat various disorders. Dr. Baolin Wu is a complete waste of time and money. A shyster on every level.


I totally agreed with Michael M. Of Los Angeles that he is a pure cheater and an irresponsible liar. On his website, he claims that he his ancestor is Qian Wu, but in many of his seminar presentations he told the audience that his ancestor is Jutong Wu. According to the ancient Chinese history, these two doctors Qian Wu and Jutong Wu do not bare the same blood or family relationship. However, Baolin Wu wrongfully and willfully claims both of them as his great great-grandpas.

Even though he tries to create a possible image for himself as a great great-grand child of the above mentioned two famous doctor Wu, but his behavior and integrity are at sub low level. His employees are frequently treated with mouth full of dirty words and hand fighting. Many his female employees have claimed being sexual harassed by him. During a dinner, when he was mad, he openly threw a glassful of wine to the face of an acupuncturist that attending this party. His low level of behavior and actions can best described him is a “gangster”.

From his web site, he claimed that he graduated from the National Collage of Traditional Chinese Medicine, but I can’t find this institute on Google’s search engine. Later on, I consulted with many Chinese doctors and no one has heard of this above mentioned institution. He never got the Ph.D in Japan as he advertised on his website. He even doesn't know how to read Japanese. Please use your judgment on his claim that he came from a famous institution that nobody knows and nowhere to be found.

If you like to know more about him, if some one know him or worked for him, please send the email to me at rogert90401@gmail.com.
by roger xxx.xxx.50.251
February 13, 2013
Did this acupuncturist thoroughly explain the risks and benefits of your treatment?
No, they didn't even attempt to explain
Were you able to get answers to simple questions from this acupuncturist without scheduling an appointment?
No, they rarely answer questions over the phone
Did you leave the office feeling satisfied with your visit?
No, I left with more problems than I came with!
Did this acupuncturist answer all of your questions?
No, I left confused and frustrated
Does this provider welcome questions?
Not at all. They ignored my questions
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.148.214
February 13, 2013
Did this acupuncturist have reasonable prices?
No, it was expensive
Are you confident that this acupuncturist will continue working with you until a solution is reached?
Yes, I know I can count on them to find a solution
Does this provider promptly return your phone calls?
Yes
Does this acupuncturist maintain a professional appearance?
Yes, he/she looked very professional
Is this acupuncture clinic handicap-accessible?
Yes, it was handicap-accessible
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.99.105
February 03, 2013
Did this acupuncturist use excessive foul language?
Definitely; I was shocked and horrified!
Does this provider maintain a professional appearance?
Absolutely Not! He/She always looks like a slob.
How would you compare this acupuncturist to others in his/her field that you have visited?
The absolute worst I have seen
Does this acupuncturist remember you by name?
No, and they don't make much of an effort to even try
Did this acupuncturist prominently display their license?
No, I had to ask for it to see it
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.147.189
January 29, 2013
Does this acupuncturist treat every client equally?
Definitely, they make everyone feel equally respected and cared for
Was there annoying music playing while you waited or during your visit?
No, there was no annoying music
Did you leave the office feeling satisfied with your visit?
Completely!
Did this provider ever take personal phone calls while in the appointment room with you?
No, they've never taken personal calls with me
Did this provider seem irritated to be working with you?
Not at all, they were glad to help me with anything I needed
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.200.18
November 15, 2012
They never left me for an extended period of time and I never felt ignored. I didn't have to wait in the appointment room long at all. Their treatment rooms were fantastic. They were huge, very spacious, dimly lit, and well ventilated. I've been to other places that had really small treatment rooms and it's easy to get claustrophobic, but not here. They make an extra effort to get to know their clients and find out what they need. They always remember me and make me feel very important. I feel like I'm their only client! Not only do they never postpone my appointment, they always try to get me in as soon as possible. I love that I can always get an appointment right away, and I never have to worry about them rescheduling it.
by Anonymous
October 30, 2011
Was this provider willing to stay open late to accomodate your needs?
Yes, they've stayed open late when I've needed help
Do you feel that you could have received better service somewhere else?
No, I don't think so
Were the restrooms clean at this acupuncture clinic?
Yes, I could tell they were cleaned regularly
Does this provider remember you and your circumstances at every appointment?
Definitely! They always remember me and make me feel important!
Does this acupuncturist offer any coupons, discounts or promotions?
Yes, from time to time
by Anonymous
June 27, 2011
Did they follow up with you after your appointment?
Yes, they made sure I had everything I needed!
Was it clear that this acupuncturist takes pride in the appearance of his/her clinic?
Definitely! It was one of the best looking clinics I've ever seen!
Were you able to get answers to simple questions from this provider without scheduling an appointment?
Absolutely! I'm always able to get my questions answered over the phone right away!
by Anonymous
May 22, 2011
Did this provider's staff seem to respect him/her?
Yes, I could tell the staff respected him/her
Did you leave your acupuncture appointment feeling satisfied?
Yes! I felt so much better
Was this provider's office easy to locate?
Fairly Easy
Did this acupuncturist seem irritated to be working with you?
No, they were polite
by Anonymous
April 25, 2011
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1551 Ocean Ave. #210, Santa Monica, CA 90401