Clinician Recognition - December 2024

Daniel Moon, MD, Rheumatology
Provider of the Month - December

Congratulations to Daniel Moon, a physician in our Rheumatology Clinic and our December 2024 Provider of the Month! See what his colleagues had to say:

"I am so happy to endorse Daniel for his well-deserved nomination.  He is well liked by his patients and always received high praise from his surveys.  He works diligently and is always thinking the best for his patients even if he must go an extra mile to get help for the patient.  He always gives very thoughtful advice to his patients which is practical and his well-appreciated.  He is an excellent diagnostician and takes time to familiarize with his new patients.  Once you know Daniel, he is a gem!!"

"Lives by Valleys mission, dedicated to the care of his patients, spending time with them to thoroughly explain, ensuring they understand. Patients sense he cares, state he listens, is top notch, friendly, excellent, knowledgeable."

See what his patients had to say:

"Dr. Moon is literally 1 in a million! I have never had a doctor care about me as much as he does. He is very thorough. He takes so much time exploring different options. This is a very hard disease to work with because it is so discouraging. Dr. Moon is light in a very dark world of rheumatoid arthritis. He is beyond brilliant, and he is beyond compassionate. This is a hard combination to find a doctor. Sometimes I leave his office in tears because I am so moved by how deeply he understands, and he cares about my situation. I truly believe he wants the best possible outcome for me, and I feel safe in his hands. If every person in the world could be lucky enough to have him as their doctor, the world would be such a better place."

"Dr. Moon went above and beyond to explain any and everything possible including possible side effects of medications treatment plans and what to expect with finding the proper diagnosis for my condition. He spent over 90 minutes in the room with me making sure I understood everything and had addressed all of my concerns. I have over 20 years' experience as a medical assistant and nursing assistant both in hospitals nursing homes and clinics as well as personal experience of taking care of family members with complex conditions. Dr Moon is by far the greatest doctor I have ever met."

"Dr. Moon is INCREDIBLE. He is an expert but also compassionate and thorough. I have a chronic condition and a complicated medical history. He always listens, answers with expertise and compassion, and ensures my long list of concerns has been addressed."

"Dr. Moon is an exceptional provider. He is very thoughtful, kind, and caring. His communication is excellent. I have and will continue to recommend friends to him."

"My primary care doctor suggested Dr. Moon as a "second opinion" for my RA... I'm so glad that I have changed to Dr. Moon as my rheumatologist now...he is kind and gentle and explains treatments well...he has also discovered that I have Scleroderma as well and is helping me with both auto-immune conditions."

Kevin Luk, MD, Dermatology
Provider of the Month - November

Congratulations to Kevin Luk, MD, a physician in our Time Square Dermatology Clinic and our November 2024 Provider of the Month! See what his colleagues had to say:

"I am so delighted to endorse Dr. Luk's nomination. He is loved by his patients and colleagues and consistently provides the highest quality of medical care. It is a joy to be his colleague, and I hope to work with him for decades to come." 

"Dr. Luk is committed to providing safe quality care for all patients. He is kind, funny, and connects with his patients. He shows appreciation to his staff and is committed to building high functioning teams and promotes a positive, fun, joyful work environment."

"I see Dr. Luk for my personal dermatology needs and my establishing visit with him was wonderful. He listened and provided clear and easy instructions on what to expect with my new rosacea diagnosis. He had taken the time to read my past history with my Vancouver WA dermatologist and even knew that provider! He does really take the time to know his patients."

Dr. Luk! You truly deserve it and more. I truly appreciate how you lead by example, and you have always led with respect. Your guidance and support have made all the difference in my growth.  Here's to our 1-star team ;-) (inside joke), I wouldn't have it any other way. 

See what his patients had to say:

"Multiple times I have arrived early and been seen before my scheduled appointment time. Dr. Luk is always in the room very quickly after I arrive. He is my favorite doctor I see regularly. Very compassionate and listens to my experience and gives me excellent advice for handling my condition and concerns about treatments."

"Dr. Luk has a calm and kind personality and his repeated questions asking if I had any concerns were so refreshing from a doctor. He took time to explain things to me in a way I could understand. And helped put me at ease. I felt listened to and all my questions were answered. His calm assurances and manner helped to reduce any anxiety I had, I will for sure recommend this provider and his staff."

"Doctor Luk was one of the best doctors I have ever seen. In fact, I feel he is the kind of doctor that all other doctors should aspire to be. Respectful, gentle, knowledgeable and patient. The staff was excellent and very professional and punctual. Thank you to everyone and keep up the great work!"

"Dr. Luk is always compassionate, kind, and competent, answers all my questions and has a very pleasant manner. And I always learn something every appt.

"Dr. Luk was AMAZING - attentive, professional, knowledgeable, thorough, personable, authentic, provided easily understandable explanations. His descriptions were a perfect balance of medical and layperson's terms delivered with compassionate skill such that a patient with either greater or lesser medical understanding had a good baseline from which to ask more detailed questions or ask for additional explanation. Dr. Luk made me feel like a valued patient and he seemed to authentically enjoy his job. I shared my awesome experience as a highlight of my week with the friends I walk with on Sundays!"