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Hannah H. Walford, MD
Allergist, Immunologist
Dr. Walford believes in a patient-centered approach to treatment and strives to provide exceptional, individualized care to her patients. She is a native to California, and outside of medicine, she enjoys the outdoors and spending time with her family and friends. She would be delighted to take care of you and your family members.
Professional Education
- Board Certification: American Board of Allergy and Immunology, Allergy and Immunology (2014)
- Board Certification: American Board of Pediatrics, Pediatrics (2012)
- Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine (2012)
- Fellowship: UCSD Medical Center (2014) CA
- Residency: UCSD Medical Center (2012) CA
- Internship: UCSD Medical Center (2009) CA
- Medical Education, David Geffen School of Medicine, UCLA (2008)
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, Nov 2020
I really liked her. she listened to me and kept digging to find out what was causing my issues so she could try to help
SHC Patient, Oct 2020
Dr. Walford listens, responds to my questions, is caring and I trust her.
SHC Patient, Sep 2020
Dr. Walford was thorough, attentive and professional. She took her time and asked numerous questions prior to recommending next steps.
SHC Patient, Jul 2020
Doctor was very knowledgable and easy to understand. I felt well cared for.
SHC Patient, Jul 2020
Dr. Walford is the best. She is very patient and has such a great demeanor with my child.
SHC Patient, Apr 2020
I love Dr Walford. She is so caring and always attends to my needs.
SHC Patient, Feb 2020
Dr. Walford is super smart! I can't say enough how knowledgeable and helpful she is.
SHC Patient, Nov 2019
Dr. Walford is very thorough, caring and instills confidence. She spends the time I need to answer all of my questions. I have confidence in her and highly recommend her.
SHC Patient, Nov 2019
Everything went PERFECT
SHC Patient, Oct 2019
She was so informative. I don't have an easy use case but I have been dealing with it for decades. She understood my need for information and was very clear and forthright about what was going on. I really appreciated that experience.
SHC Patient, Oct 2019
Dr. Walford is simply the best.
SHC Patient, Sep 2019
excellent MD's
SHC Patient, Aug 2019
I have been very impressed with Dr. Walford.
SHC Patient, Jun 2019
Dr Hannah is nonpareil. Can't speak highly enough of her.
SHC Patient, Jun 2019
Visit went well.
SHC Patient, May 2019
Felt very good after this visit. Was really good at explaining things and taking me step-by-step.
SHC Patient, May 2019
Dr Hannah is TERRIFIC!
SHC Patient, Feb 2019
Dr. Walford listens, answers my questions and is very caring. I trust her.
SHC Patient, Feb 2019
Can't say enough how much I like Dr. Walford and her staff!
SHC Patient, Feb 2019
Once I was able to see my doctor, it was an excellent experience. The problem was making the appointment to begin with.
SHC Patient, Feb 2019
Dr. Walford was very attentive, caring and fully explained the issues and my questions.
SHC Patient, Feb 2019
Dr. Walford makes everything easier for me to understand with my condition.
SHC Patient, Dec 2018
First visit with this doctor; was up to speed on my case and listened to my concerns. Thanks!
SHC Patient, Dec 2018
Dr. Walford is really spectacular
SHC Patient, Nov 2018
Dr. Walford was kind, warm, informative and made our visit special.
SHC Patient, Nov 2018
Within minutes of listening to me she knew what could be the cause of my 7 months of misery.
SHC Patient, Aug 2018
I really appreciated the printout summarizing my follow-up (what prescriptions/treatments to do and when).
SHC Patient, Jul 2018
Good responsiveness post visit via email
SHC Patient, Jul 2018
Dr. Walford will remain my lung doctor.
SHC Patient, Jul 2018
Already have recommended.
SHC Patient, Jul 2018
Great experience with Dr. Walford. She listens and provides answers to my questions.
SHC Patient, Jul 2018
appointment was ffast but dr. probably has a ton of patients
SHC Patient, Mar 2018
Dr. Walford is very personable and helpful. I know that she will always give me 'the facts' regarding living w/allergies and how to treat them.
SHC Patient, Feb 2018
Dr. Walford is the best! After a couple of years she still remembered key details about my health and I would recommend her to anyone who is seeking a doctor specializing in allergies.
SHC Patient, Jan 2018
I feel I'm in very good hands with Dr. Walford!
SHC Patient, Jan 2018
This entire clinic (allergy and asthma clinic) is a real gem in the stanford system
SHC Patient, Dec 2017
Dr. Walford is very caring and thoughtful!
SHC Patient, Nov 2017
Dr. Walford is terrific.
SHC Patient, Oct 2017
One of the best specialists I've seen at Stanford.
SHC Patient, Oct 2017
Good experience.
SHC Patient, Sep 2017
Dr. Walford is an excellent physician!
SHC Patient, Aug 2017
VERY happy to be under Dr Walford's care now.
SHC Patient, Jul 2017
Dr. Walford did not find the food allergies that we suspected, so she offered an alternative explanation for my symptoms, which is proving very effective in dealing with symptoms I've had all my adult life. She's wonderful!
SHC Patient, Jul 2017
Dr Wolford was very attentive to my concerns and spent the time to explain everything to me
SHC Patient, Jun 2017
Treated with great courtesy and concern to my concerns especially in regards to medications
SHC Patient, Mar 2017
Dr. Walford is absolutely wonderful--excellent care, knowledgable, prompt to respond to messages via MyHealth, thorough, kind. Cannot say enough good things about her.
SHC Patient, Mar 2017
Dr. Walford found I have an immune deficiency, and probably have had it my whole life. I am so grateful for her tenacity in finding this and helping me get all the treatment I need to address this health problem. It's such a relief to finally know why I get sick all the time. I love her kind, empathetic approach, and know she's very smart. I'm so grateful she found this problem I have. Her nurse, Annie and the rest of the staff I interact with at this clinic are so kind, helpful and personable.
SHC Patient, Mar 2017
My first visit w/ Dr Walford--Dr Cummings on vacation. Dr W agreed to see me on very short notice (on her lunch break, I think) b/c of my complaints/symptoms. I VERY much appreciated that level of concern and accommodation.
SHC Patient, Mar 2017
Dr Walford was excellent!
SHC Patient, Mar 2017
I was very pleased with my provider. she explained everything.
SHC Patient, Feb 2017
Dr. Walford and staff were amazing. Very excellent service.
SHC Patient, Jan 2017
physician was exceptionally considerate and caring
SHC Patient, Jan 2017
Even though it was a busy time, Dr. Walford was happy to answer my questions
SHC Patient, Dec 2016
Dr. Walford was very good at clarifying the different prescriptions and courses of action for my allergy. I enjoyed chatting with her very much.
SHC Patient, Dec 2016
my doctor was excellent, she did the right test, a comprehensive work, up and showed real concern for getting me on the right track
SHC Patient, Oct 2016
I wished I saw Dr Wallford years earlier as she fixed my problem immediately.
SHC Patient, Oct 2016
Dr. Walford is an excellent physician by all measurements.
SHC Patient, Sep 2016
A good doctor and a kind person as well. Best doctor EVER!
SHC Patient, Sep 2016
Of all the physicians I've seen as part of Stanford Hospitals and Clinics, Dr. Hannah Walford should be used as the example for everyone else. She actually seems to care and offers good advice. Every other Dr I've visited at Stanford has either been completely nonchalant about my problems, or answers every question with a question (me: Should I take medication X? dr: I don't know, do you want to take medication X?) She's been very helpful and is the main reason I still drive down to Palo Alto for my appointments instead of getting new, local doctors.
SHC Patient, Aug 2016
Dr. did a great job.
SHC Patient, Aug 2016
Outstanding doctor. Caring, professional and knowledgeable.
SHC Patient, Aug 2016
DR Wolford took her time to answer all my questions and I would not hesitate to refer her to my friends and family.
SHC Patient, Jun 2016
Dr. Walford was exceptional! She was kind, helpful, listened, and really helped look into my allergies. I was very impressed! Thank you!
SHC Patient, Jun 2016
Dr. Walford is terrific! Took extra time with us to answer our questions - She obviously knows her practice area very well.
SHC Patient, May 2016
Dr. Walford was extremely helpful in diagnosing my problem and tellling me how to manage it. She was also personable and efficient. I enjoyed meeting her and went away reassured that the problem would be handled.
SHC Patient, Apr 2016
Dr. Walford is wonderful. She spends a good amount of time explaining things and answering questions.
SHC Patient, Mar 2016
Excellent!
SHC Patient, Mar 2016
Dr. Walford was very caring and helpful.
SHC Patient, Mar 2016
Hannah Walford was amazing
SHC Patient, Feb 2016
I drove 3 hours to reach Menlo Clinic so I appreciated Dr. Walford's working me into the following day for an unscheduled visit to extend the testing.
SHC Patient, Jan 2016
Wow, Dr. Walford was amazing. She was super empathic and gave me confidence that not only has she seen my problem before, but that she could help me. What a relief! She was very kind, and I felt like I was in good hands.
SHC Patient, Sep 2015
All great!
SHC Patient, Aug 2015
This was a situation I normally dislike when a second doctor has to follow up on treatment prescribed by another but Dr. Walford was not only knowledgeable (which is expected at Stanford) but she was up to date with my condition and was extremely patient with my questions to make sure I understood my options. An outstanding experience with a caring doctor!
SHC Patient, Aug 2015
My experience has been good doctors, assistant, nurses, all who have visited me for health problems I can't complain all of them are courteous, kind, & warm-hearted.
SHC Patient, Jul 2015
The checkup w/Dr. Wolford was very good. Even though she wasn't my mother's allergist (was on vacation), she fit in vey well and was just as good. It's good to know that other doctors in this area (Allergy) can pick up where the other doctor left off. Great job!!!
SHC Patient, Jul 2015
my health issue was not completely addressed, my initial visit seemed rushed, no other suggestions were made, I did not feel the provider was determined to fully support me
SHC Patient, May 2015
I am so grateful to Dr. Walford. She is a professional, but very personable, caring physician. She listens to me, gives concise explanations and oral directions, then has made explicit notes for me to follow in taking the multiple medications she has prescribed. She pursued my symptoms until she discovered a hidden (to me) infection. I feel so much better and so confident that I have caught this illness before it gets ahead of me. She has called me at home twice. I have only EVER had one other doctor do that. Dr. Walford is DEFINITELY a keeper! Be glad she is on your staff.
SHC Patient, Apr 2015
Dr Walford was very patient and she explained things in ways that's easy for me to understand.
SHC Patient, Apr 2015
Great experience! Dr. Walford and staff and amazingly helpful.
SHC Patient, Mar 2015
Dr Walford is really sweet, caring doctor
SHC Patient, Nov 2020
I really liked her. she listened to me and kept digging to find out what was causing my issues so she could try to help
SHC Patient, Oct 2020
Dr. Walford listens, responds to my questions, is caring and I trust her.
SHC Patient, Sep 2020
Dr. Walford was thorough, attentive and professional. She took her time and asked numerous questions prior to recommending next steps.
SHC Patient, Jul 2020
Doctor was very knowledgable and easy to understand. I felt well cared for.
SHC Patient, Jul 2020
Dr. Walford is the best. She is very patient and has such a great demeanor with my child.
SHC Patient, Apr 2020
I love Dr Walford. She is so caring and always attends to my needs.
SHC Patient, Feb 2020
Dr. Walford is super smart! I can't say enough how knowledgeable and helpful she is.
SHC Patient, Nov 2019
Dr. Walford is very thorough, caring and instills confidence. She spends the time I need to answer all of my questions. I have confidence in her and highly recommend her.
SHC Patient, Nov 2019
Everything went PERFECT
SHC Patient, Oct 2019
She was so informative. I don't have an easy use case but I have been dealing with it for decades. She understood my need for information and was very clear and forthright about what was going on. I really appreciated that experience.
SHC Patient, Oct 2019
Dr. Walford is simply the best.
SHC Patient, Sep 2019
excellent MD's
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