Kara Teruya, MD

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.

Feb 22, 2026

Dr Kara is the best!

Feb 21, 2026

Good clean, location, very nice Dr

Feb 21, 2026

Very efficient. You received all answers to your concerns And more. Excellent health provider

Feb 20, 2026

Thdy were polite . Helpful.

Feb 19, 2026

Everyone was courteous Ann did their job very well

Feb 19, 2026

Dr. Teruya is thorough and kind. My concerns are heard and addressed.

Feb 18, 2026

Great doctor and friendly staff!

Feb 18, 2026

I like the new sliding glass doors. The receptionist is always friendly. Dr. Teruya and her nurse make me feel comfortable and have a great interest in my health. Last April when my wife passed away Dr. Teruya and her nurse supported me 100% and kept in contact with me to help me through my grief. I will always be great full to them and their staff for their support in my time of crisis. All of the care givers that work at Lakewood Babtist Primary Care sets the standard for patient care.

Feb 14, 2026

Handicap friends.front and back office staff ate friendly, caring and attentive to the needs of client's that arrive and depart. The doctors are the best in our state. They ate attentive to our needs. They take the time to listen to their patients. They help us to make the right choice when ot comes to our health mental, physically and financially. They treat us as if we were part of their own family. I've only had positive experiences with my doctors. Thanks for changing the doors.

Feb 13, 2026

Dr Kara ,Melinda Anna and Diana are great. Very professional

Feb 13, 2026

Staff is friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. Dr. Teruya is wonderful. She takes questions and answers them in a way I can understand. She makes referrals if needed. My husband and I are very happy with this office.

Feb 13, 2026

Dr Kara Teruya takes time to listen to you and she is very thorough.

Feb 13, 2026

Love the staff and our Primary!

Feb 13, 2026

Dr Teruya is the best! She comes into the appointment aware my history. She is smart and compassionate.

Feb 13, 2026

I called Lakewood BPC to report fever and coughing. Alicia, triage nurse asked me to take a home COVID/influenza test. Results were negative. She assured me that she would keep Dr Teruya informed and suggested that I check test again the following day. Influenza A was, indeed, positive the following day. Dr. Teruya phoned in a Tamiflu script for me, as well as a med for my nausea. My fever of 101.7 broke over the weekend. I had wheezing and chest congestion. Office manager Leigh provided a work in appointment so that Dr. Teruya could listen to my lungs. I was given a steroid injection and prescriptions needed to treat my Reactive Airway Disease. I was also instructed to rest, self- isolate, and was given a note to cover my time away from work. I felt well cared for and my medical concerns were addressed. Lakewood BPC has a jam up team! Thank you!

Feb 13, 2026

Dr Teruya is engaged with her patients, she hears the patient. I really appreciate that.

Feb 12, 2026

The staff is friendly and efficient.

Feb 11, 2026

Friendliness, efficiency & professionalism

Feb 10, 2026

Everything.

Feb 8, 2026

The team there from the front desk check-in , to the nurse that does her job very well, and the wonderful Primary Care MD that I trust, and also the girls that help me schedule my next appointment, and give me the paper for my labs , and any follow-up Instructions.

Feb 6, 2026

Run on time. Clean. Small. Pleasant.

Feb 6, 2026

Very friendly and professional staff.

Feb 6, 2026

Staff excellent doctor listens to patient

Feb 6, 2026

Dr. Teruya is extremely thorough and very caring! I feel that the medical treatment I receive is excellent!!’

Feb 4, 2026

Very friendly

Feb 4, 2026

I'm very happy to have found this office that's only a mile and a half from where I live. The staff is amazing, and Dr. Teruya is the kindest, nicest, and most helpful primary care doctor I've ever had the pleasure of knowing!

Feb 4, 2026

The experience was very pleasant.

Feb 4, 2026

On time. Great care. My doctor listens and advises me well.

Feb 2, 2026

Everyone that I encounter during my visit are kind, friendly, professional and caring. Ana the receptionist is personable and makes me feel valued and welcomed. Melinda and Leigh are kind and professional. I would recommend Dr. Teruya to anyone looking for a doctor who listens to your symptoms and is knowledgeable. I like that she is proactive in my care. Joni, who checks me out at the end of my visit and schedules appointments is always friendly and helpful.

Jan 31, 2026

Everyone is super friendly

Jan 31, 2026

The doctor is wonderful. The staff is friendly. The office is cleaned.

Jan 29, 2026

Everything, everybody very nice and professional.

Jan 29, 2026

Dr. is very knowledgeable and compassionate. Staff is very professional and friendly. Everyone cares about you as a patient. Wait time is very reasonable.

Jan 28, 2026

Friendly and professional staff. I trust that Dr. Teruya will take care of me. She’s knowledgeable, has excellent bedside skills, cares about her patients and provides outstanding care.

Jan 24, 2026

Efficient. Like the new automatic front door. Everyone is wonderful. Dr T is great.

Jan 22, 2026

Very friendly and helpful.

Jan 22, 2026

Very friendly! Dr. And staff took their time with me and were very knowledgeable.

Jan 22, 2026

I PARTICULARLY LIKE THAT DR TERUYA INTERACTS WITH ME AS ONE HUMAN BEING TO ANOTHER. SO MANY OF MY DOCTORS DON'T EVEN LOOK AT ME. THEY JUST TYPE INTO THE COMPUTER AND TALK IN A MONOTONE. SHE ALSO VERY IMPORTANTLY GAVE ME TIME TO DISCUSS MY QUESTIONS. I KNOW FROM MY DAUGHTER'S EXPERIENCE IN HER PRACTICE WHICH SHE SOLD TO A CORPORATION THAT 15 MINUTES IS TOPS AND THIS ISN'T RIGHT. AGAIN, DR TERUYA GAVE ME THE TIME AND HER INTEREST THAT I NEEDED AND I GREATLY APPRECIATE THAT.

Jan 22, 2026

Excellent medical care. Friendly and professional.

Jan 21, 2026

Doctors are incredible

Jan 21, 2026

Caring, efficient, and coveniently located!

Jan 21, 2026

The location is close to my home. The staff and Dr Kara are excellent!

Jan 20, 2026

The staff is very professional l The Dr. is great is answering all of my questionsl

Jan 18, 2026

Friendly and efficient.

Jan 18, 2026

Everything! They are prompt, professional and provide excellent medical care!!

Jan 16, 2026

The staff is very professional. They are helpful. I love it that you aren’t waiting a long time once you arrive for your appointment. Just love my Doctor. Dr. Kara Teruya, she sits and go over everything with you. No rushing. I love the office. I live on the Northside but for the pass five years I have been coming to Lakewood.!!

Jan 15, 2026

Competent friendly staff from when you enter the front door til you exit at the checkout staff. I make a lot of visits to varios medical facilities and there is none better in this area .

Jan 14, 2026

They care about their patients

Jan 14, 2026

Dr Teruya and location near my home.

Jan 12, 2026

Fast, efficient, friendly and professional service