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.

Mar 29, 2026

It is not about the office for me but the great care we receive from Dr. T

Mar 28, 2026

I'm very grateful for the time and genuine care Dr Teruya extends to her patients.

Mar 28, 2026

Dr Teruya

Mar 17, 2026

The doctors and staff are both professional and compassionate.

Mar 16, 2026

Friendly staff, respectful of time, efficient, compassionate

Mar 16, 2026

The check in nurse is super nice& I am very happy with Dr Teruya.

Mar 15, 2026

Friendly people.

Mar 15, 2026

Dr. Teruya and the whole team truly care! I have such a peace of mind knowing that my health is in good hands at Baptist Lakewood!

Mar 14, 2026

All personnel are personable, kind and efficient. I am always put at ease. Dr. Teruya never rushes me. She is very in tune with my current health and attends to all of my concerns or questions. She is very caring!

Mar 14, 2026

Professional, clean, and an amazing doctor. Dr. Teruya is the best.

Mar 13, 2026

Dr. Kara Teruya and her staff are always caring and very professional.

Mar 13, 2026

Staff was kind and professional. Love Dr Teruya

Mar 13, 2026

I love My Dr. Dr Teruya is the best. Best doctor I've had. The office staff is exceptional as well. Very friendly, responsive and professional. I couldn't be happier with the entire experience.

Mar 13, 2026

Staff and doctors are kind and professional.

Mar 12, 2026

Quality of care, ability to get and quickly when needed , excellent follow up

Mar 11, 2026

Friendly and professional staff and I love Dr. Teruya. She is very thorough, listens well and explains health issues. She also likes to have a good laugh!

Mar 9, 2026

Best staff and doctors

Mar 8, 2026

Always on time. Very pleasant receptionist and my doctors assistant. Love them!

Mar 7, 2026

Dr. T is the best!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! She takes care of my Daughter, Wife and she has to put up with me. Thank YOU

Mar 5, 2026

Dr Teruya is absolutely THE BEST! She is compassionate and never rushes you. She is an excellent listener and very knowledgeable in helping you find solutions to your medical issues.

Mar 4, 2026

Friendly and help ful and professional. Makes you feel welcome and comfortable. Good people.

Mar 4, 2026

It is clean & appealing. The office staff is friendly, professional & kind. Doctor T. Is awesome & her staff is willing to help. Dr. T answers my questions & sends me to a specialist when needed. She listens to me.

Mar 2, 2026

Friendly, professional, efficient. Dr Teruya is a thoughtful clinician and excellent doctor

Mar 1, 2026

Dr. Teruya cares and always listens to me. The office staff is always pleasant.

Mar 1, 2026

Dr teruya is amazing. She listens and finds the right balance between giving direction and providing guidance without being judgmental. I’m very happy to have her as my primary physician. The office staff are fine and efficient.

Feb 28, 2026

Friendly and professional staff. My doctor treats me like someone in her family with empathy but still professional. I can understand why all her patients love her!

Feb 27, 2026

Prompt, efficient, knowledgeable and pleasant

Feb 26, 2026

As always, Dr. Teruya and her staff were very kind, competent, thorough, and professional. So glad they are on our healthcare team!

Feb 26, 2026

Everyone in the office is courteous and professional. Melinda is very thorough and helpful. Dr Teruya is an excellent physician. She focuses on me as a patient and a person, gives good advice and is very supportive.

Feb 26, 2026

Everyone, especially Dr. Teruya

Feb 26, 2026

Dr. Kara Teruya.

Feb 25, 2026

Everything. Friendly and helpful front desk, wait time minimal. I didn’t have to wait very long for the doctor, she was professional, efficient, and didn’t waste a lot of time. Excellent practice!

Feb 25, 2026

Staff was great

Feb 25, 2026

Dr. Teruya is the best ever, as well as her staff!

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.