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Benjamin Laniakea
Family medicine doctor
Clinical Assistant Professor, Medicine - Primary Care and Population Health
Bio:
Dr. Benjamin Laniakea is a board-certified family medicine physician specializing in full-spectrum LGBTQ+ health. He graduated from the SUNY at Buffalo School of Medicine and Biomedical sciences and attended residency at UCSF Fresno Family and Community Medicine residency program. Since 2018 he has been the Theme Lead for the Sex, Gender, and Sexual Function curriculum at the Stanford School of Medicine and spearheads the new Stanford LGBTQ+ program.
- 960 N. San Antonio Road
- Suite 101
- Los Altos , CA 94022
- Phone: 650-724-8844
- 960 N. San Antonio Road
- Suite 101
- Los Altos , CA 94022
- Phone: 650-498-9000
Areas of Interest
- LGBT Health
Professional Education
- Board Certification: American Board of Family Medicine, Family Medicine (2016)
- Medical Education: University of Buffalo School of Medicine (2013) NY
- Residency: UCSF Fresno Family Medicine Residency Program CA
- MD, SUNY University at Buffalo School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
Publications
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Depression in the LGBT Patient: A Standardized Patient Encounter
Huang, B. (2014). Depression in the LGBT Patient: A Standardized Patient Encounter. MedEd Portal. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.15766/mep_2374-8265.9759 -
A case of a trans-masculine patient receiving testosterone with a history of estrogen receptor-positive breast cancer.
Eckhert, E., Laniakea, B., & Kurian, A. W. (2020). A case of a trans-masculine patient receiving testosterone with a history of estrogen receptor-positive breast cancer. The Breast Journal.
Patient Comments
Patients comments are gathered from our Patient Satisfaction Survey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
SHC Patient, Feb 2020
Great care. I appreciate it.
SHC Patient, Dec 2019
loved Dr Ben Laniakea! His injection was the best ever!
SHC Patient, Nov 2019
Very pleased with doctor and staff
SHC Patient, Jul 2019
I really appreciate the care and kindness from Dr. Laniakea.
SHC Patient, Jul 2019
Dr. Laniakea and his whole team were amazing.
SHC Patient, Jun 2019
I felt at assured that I was in good hands.
SHC Patient, May 2019
Dr. Laniakea was personably, confident, knowledgable, and funny -- everything you could hope for in a doctor.
SHC Patient, Apr 2019
The clinician felt like he was in a bit of a hurry. it wasn't a nice feeling to feel like I was on the clock.
SHC Patient, Dec 2018
very thorough and considerate
SHC Patient, Nov 2018
As in my past visit overall good experience with Dr. Laniakea. I was personally preoccupied with work anxiety/stressors so some of that overshadowed my visit.
SHC Patient, Sep 2018
Good "bedside" manner; answers questions in understandable way. I hear MD's only listen for about 15 seconds after entering room; Dr. Laniakea listens much longer than that. I'm happy.
SHC Patient, Jul 2018
Dr. Laniakea is an extraordinary physician, and his attentiveness and respect to my needs as an LGBT person deserve much praise. He gave me multiple treatment options to choose from, described them in a way I could easily understand, and was knowledgeable and respectful about possible sexual needs and complications. I cannot imagine going through this same experience with doctors I had in years past.
SHC Patient, May 2018
The doctor looks always in a hurry. His conversation feels like he is waiting for an opportunity to end the meeting.
SHC Patient, Apr 2018
Dr. Laniakea is consistently professional yet down-to-earth in assessing medical problems. He listens and needs.
SHC Patient, Apr 2018
I really liked him and will not hesitate to see him again or contact him via email for things I may need. He was very helpful when I needed a prescription filled last minute and I had not yet meet him. He was also a great counselor in certain areas pertaining specifically to me.
SHC Patient, Jan 2018
Dr. Laniakea was wonderful to meet with. He was very personable and took the time to go through my list of concerns with respect to my overall health and referred me to a couple of specialists. I look forward to returning, knowing he will listen and answer questions.
SHC Patient, Dec 2017
Dr. Ben is awesome.
SHC Patient, Dec 2017
I can not say enough great things about Dr. Laniakea. He is extremely personable and builds a sense of trust and confidentiality immediately. I was very worried about the possibility that I could be diabetic, and was very hesitant to even bring this up. But he did an outstanding job of making our discussions safe and comfortable. Truly outstanding.
SHC Patient, Nov 2017
The primary care physician was courteous, friendly and took the time to explain everything.
SHC Patient, Nov 2017
Dr laniakea was calm, efficient and professional
SHC Patient, Nov 2017
excellent visit! doctor is so nice !
SHC Patient, Oct 2017
Dr. Laniakea was very knowledgeable and thorough. He didn't rush through the appointment and took time to make sure I understood everything. He definitely provided above average care.
SHC Patient, Oct 2017
Dr Ben Laniakea displays competence along with supportive feedback and direction. My confidence level is high.
SHC Patient, Oct 2017
already recommended dr. laniakea to my coworkers. my boss is now a patient.
SHC Patient, Sep 2017
I've recommended my provider to my co-workers. my boss will be seeing the same provider of my recommendation. I've also referred my roommate and other co-workers. I feel like Dr. Laniakea remembers me and knows me when he sees me. I don't feel like i'm one of a million patients that gets lost in the shuffle. I feel extremely comfortable discussing my health concerns that could even be embarrassing.
SHC Patient, Aug 2017
The main concern I came in for was dismissed pretty handedly. There's has been overwhelming evidence and recommendations from other organizations, CDC namely, to look into what I came in for. However, I was given an alternative that is preventative in nature but may simply mask the issue till it naturally goes away. Oh well....
SHC Patient, Aug 2017
Dr Benjamin explained me everything in detail, he was interesed and checkedall my syntonms
SHC Patient, Jul 2017
First time I've met Dr. Benjamin Laniakea. I was very impressed and hope he can add on a new patient, my teenage son.
SHC Patient, Jul 2017
The doctor was good about asking for preferred terminology, etc. and spent a lot of time discussing my concerns.
SHC Patient, Jun 2017
Very impressed with the doctor - I saw a Dr. who is covering for my Dr that's on maternity leave
SHC Patient, Jun 2017
It is a learning growing adventure.
SHC Patient, May 2017
Dr and staff really exceptional. Most impressive from reception through Dr.
SHC Patient, May 2017
The reason I gave a "Fair" rating on #9 (confidence) was because I got the sense that Dr. Laniakea didn't (have time to?) read my med history that I filled out ahead of time or the nurse's notes. He spent a fair amount of time on me, but I also had a number of issues to talk about and didn't have enough time to cover everything thoroughly but this I can understand.
SHC Patient, Apr 2017
Physician showed little interest in patient. He said he had no knowledge about my disease and everything would be handled by specialist. But at least, I think he should have shown dr.'s attitude as a PCP.
SHC Patient, Mar 2017
Dr. Benjamin is such an amazing doctor! I haven't felt as comfortable with a health care provider till I met him.
SHC Patient, Mar 2017
Extremely impressed with Dr. Laniakea! Excellent "bedside manner"; great listener & asks key questions; gives useful & practical advice & suggestions; kind, patient, understanding personality; very knowledgeable, comprehensive, & professional; helpful with referrals to other specialists; exceeded my expectations in quality of care provided
SHC Patient, Mar 2017
Never had such a great experience. He really was enthusiastic and caring and gave me positive feedback not just talked at me
SHC Patient, Feb 2017
The doctor had excellent manner, professional but also warm and friendly.
SHC Patient, Jan 2017
I found Dr Laniakea to be one of the friendliest and most down to earth doctors I have met, while still being knowledgeable and giving a high standard of care. Kudos! Will definitely be recommending him.
SHC Patient, Dec 2016
Good
SHC Patient, Feb 2020
Great care. I appreciate it.
SHC Patient, Dec 2019
loved Dr Ben Laniakea! His injection was the best ever!
SHC Patient, Nov 2019
Very pleased with doctor and staff
SHC Patient, Jul 2019
I really appreciate the care and kindness from Dr. Laniakea.
SHC Patient, Jul 2019
Dr. Laniakea and his whole team were amazing.
SHC Patient, Jun 2019
I felt at assured that I was in good hands.
SHC Patient, May 2019
Dr. Laniakea was personably, confident, knowledgable, and funny -- everything you could hope for in a doctor.
SHC Patient, Apr 2019
The clinician felt like he was in a bit of a hurry. it wasn't a nice feeling to feel like I was on the clock.
SHC Patient, Dec 2018
very thorough and considerate
SHC Patient, Nov 2018
As in my past visit overall good experience with Dr. Laniakea. I was personally preoccupied with work anxiety/stressors so some of that overshadowed my visit.
SHC Patient, Sep 2018
Good "bedside" manner; answers questions in understandable way. I hear MD's only listen for about 15 seconds after entering room; Dr. Laniakea listens much longer than that. I'm happy.
SHC Patient, Jul 2018
Dr. Laniakea is an extraordinary physician, and his attentiveness and respect to my needs as an LGBT person deserve much praise. He gave me multiple treatment options to choose from, described them in a way I could easily understand, and was knowledgeable and respectful about possible sexual needs and complications. I cannot imagine going through this same experience with doctors I had in years past.
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