I was a medical student working under Dr. Rafael Ilyayev. He was the first doctor in my entire medical career to actually care about medical education. He taught me essential skills and was very patient with me despite my shortcomings. His treatment of patients was exemplary. He will always remain a role model of doctor-patient interaction to me. He would give every patient due consideration and never rushed a single patient, no matter how late the hour was. It truly was a privelege to learn from him and I wholeheartedly recommend his practice to all ailing patients out there. May God bless you and your family Dr.Ilyayev

Dr. Rafael and his stuff are very professional. The first day I walked into the office I felt welcome and I knew I found the right doctor. After the visit, the doctor was following up with me every single day and asking me how I was doing! It felt I knew him forever. I would definitely visit them again when I’m not feeling well. Highly recommended!!!

Dr. Rafael was courteous and knowledgeable. He gave me clear instructions and answered all my questions. As previous reviewers mentioned, he is very dedicated and friendly doctor.

Dr. Rafael is a gem of a doctor. He's kind hearted and takes his time to listen to all problems. Highly recommended!

Dr. Rafael is one the best teachers and doctors I have come across with an amazing grip on his field and bedside manners are impeccable. All his patients adore him and I would trust anyones including my life in the hands of this man.

My name is Frankie Scott. My story telling regarding Dr Refua is long but worth reading. Stellalouise Wiley my older sibling was boosting about this great doctor she located. Of course I gave her a short response such as “good for you”. Seems like everyday Dr Refua name was mentioned. Honestly I thought if I gave in Stellalouise would finally stop boosting about Dr Refua. To end the story. I became sick and need a doctor. My first visit was more than 5-years ago. Stellelouise passed away 2-years ago. Thank you big sister for being wiser.

Dr. Rafael is a very dedicated and skilled doctor. He is one of the most caring, empathetic, and compassionate physicians I had known. He has always gone above and beyond for his patients. He is an amazing teacher, and is very helpful both to his patients and his students. It was a privilege to work with him. He has become my role model for his work ethics, patient care, and is overall very enthusiastic towards his profession. I am delighted to recommend Dr. Rafael without any reservation.

There are many doctors out there but there's only a hand full that actually carry their profession at heart. Dr. Rafael is one of those few doctors. He cares for his patients, always ready to listen, explains test and lab work in detail and most importantly genuinely cares for his patients health and well being. Kind and friendly staff. Refua Shlema Medical has the best of the best. Highly recommend.

Dr Rafael is one of the most caring Dr I have ever met and I have seen from cancer Dr you name it I have had my shear of medical sickness but this Dr is special. He takes the time to explain every single detail and when hes finish explaind even a baby can leave and totally understand what is going on with their condition all my sons see him a matter of fact one of my son went to see him and he had no medical insurance and he still treated him this man is not just a Dr he’s a humanitarian. I recommend him one thousand percent.

I can say that he is the best doctor I met in the United States, all his patients love him, he is very kind, everything is well organized in the clinic. If someone is looking for a PCP I encourage you not to hesitate to choose Doctor Ilyayev.