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2021
Allan Frankel Obituary
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for Allan Frankel
shari lotan
October 19, 2024
Allan was a very unique and special man; compassionate, funny and smart. We were friends and I miss him. Shari Lotan
Shari
October 18, 2023
You were a truly remarkable man
Lynson M Beaulieu
September 7, 2023
So sorry for your family's loss and for his loss to all of his patients. We are so grateful for having known him and received his caring, his curiosity, his knowledge, expertise, and courage in the treatment of disease using cannabis oils.
Shari Betterman Lotan
September 6, 2023
I knew Allan on a personal level. He was warm, funny, generous, and an excellent doctor. He truly loved his family and talked about them all the time. I am very saddened by his passing and know that he will be missed by all of those who really knew him.
Jessica Johnson
August 11, 2022
Such a wonderful person and mentor. So compassionate, smart and such a great smile. He taught me so much! May he rest in peace.
Porter
July 28, 2022
My deepest heartfelt condolences to Dr. Frankel's family & Alex.
I know the heartbreak and sorrow of loosing a loved one, so young. Dr. Frankel was an amazing man who educated my late husband on the benefits of his treatments for his cancer. Our initial consult was via Zoom & within no time we were in his office in Los Angeles enjoying his humor, laughter & lightheartness. His recommended treatments provided great comfort during the most painful years of my late husband's life.
I will be forever grateful for his knowledge and the loving concern he brought to us at a time of great need. He gave my late husband hope, was a kind, caring, compassionate and knowledgable man. His motto "Do No Harm"! A rare find in a doctor today. May his family find peace and comfort knowing his unending commitment helped so many patients. May he Rest In Peace.
Jill solomon
July 22, 2022
I thought of Dr Frankel today and learned of his passing.
He was a healer: kind, smart, non judgmental and warm. He knew how to make you feel as if you were in his living room but was the ultimate professional. This is a huge loss in the community and I'm so saddened to hear about his early death.
Warm regards and condolences to friends and family
Cam Lippincott
June 20, 2022
Unfortunately, I just learned of Allan's passing. I knew him as a resident at UCLA, and later became a patient of his internal medicine practice for many years. Allan helped me through a very difficult medical challenge in the late 1990's. I will always be grateful to him for his assistance, his initiative to research items for me, and our partnership in fighting my challenge. In addition, I loved his humor and his "realness". RIP Allan.
Laura A.
June 19, 2022
So grateful to have known Dr. Frankel. I had a couple of phone consults with him and was encouraged by his guidance in using cannabis as part of my treatment. He had the ability to shine a light in the darkest of places. Peace to his family and co-workers.
Laura
Brett Lewis
May 25, 2022
My deepest sympathy to Dr Frankels family and friends just seen that he had passed away last year,had the pleasure to have a one hour consult with Dr Frankel in 2015 amazing Doctor and person,one of Gods Great Gifts to this earth was Dr Alan Frankel,GodBless Brett Lewis Australia
Gayle Suarez (On Behalf of client Javier Suarez)
November 11, 2021
Heartfelt condolences to Dr. Frankel's family. I know the heartbreak and sorrow of loosing a loved one, especially, too soon. Dr. Frankel enlightened and educated us as to the benefits of CBD and THC during my husband's cancer journey and the comfort it provided during the most painful months of my husband's life. I will be forever grateful for his knowledge and concern he brought to us and many that seek this option of care. May he Rest In Peace.
Michael Lieber
November 8, 2021
I knew Allan since we were both 15 in Camp Ramah when he first met Barbara. We built cars together (including one infamous visit to Tijuana for tuck and roll) to help handle the stresses of medical training. We both ended up in practice in Santa Monica where he was a wonderful colleague. Allan was funny, warm, gregarious, brilliant, and creative. In later life he grappled with several personal issues, but never lost his joy of living. I loved him, and I'll miss him.
Mark Biscow
November 7, 2021
Allan was a very important person in my life. He was a great mentor and friend. Thirty six years ago (Barbie was pregnant with Shira :) he brought me into his medical practice and helped me create my career in medicine. In addition, his guidance gave me the ability to build and own the amazing house that I raised my family in and still happily live in almost 30 years later. It is for these and many other things that I will always be grateful to Allan and will always remember him. The Biscow family sends our love and condolences to Josh, Aaron, and Shira and the entire family.
Tina Dunne
November 2, 2021
I never had a chance to meet Dr. Frankel in person, but was fortunate enough to have a few phone appointments with him. I remember him as kind, caring, compassionate, knowledgable and funny. After reading all of the posts, I can see that he was loved by many and will be deeply missed. May he rest in peace, and wishing his family peace and comfort during this time of loss. Many blessings.
Adele Moore and Family
October 31, 2021
I was and still am saddened to hear of the passing of Dr. Allan Frankel. We so enjoyed the conversations we had with him and the guidance he gave us concerning my M. G. He has prolonged my life with the cannibis dosage he recommended and I am 91 years old. May he rest in peace.
Laurine DiRocco
October 30, 2021
My heart broke when I learned of Dr Frankel´s passing. I loved each visit with him and deeply appreciated him for so many reasons: His kindness, care, compassion, great sense of humor, and his unending commitment to helping all of his patients.
We have lost one of the Greats.
The world is indeed a lonelier place without him.
Thank you Allan, for all you gave to us.
My condolences to your family and to all who loved you.
Laura Lynn Mullins
October 29, 2021
So bummed that he died!
Laura Mullins
October 29, 2021
I will really miss your compassion and caring!
Bless Alex to continue your good work!!
Naomi feldman m.d.
October 29, 2021
Thirty years ago Alan was a terrific medical resident and I was privileged to learn medicine from him. Rest In Peace.Baruch Dayan.
Sean Stark
October 28, 2021
My deepest sympathies and condolences to the family and friends of the great Dr. Frankel. A stand up man he was. A man who fought for those who were sick. A man who fought for what was right. Anyone who knew him can tell you of his gifted ways to make those who were lost and confused feel a little better, smile and laugh, all while reassuring them that things will be ok. He could help. Dr. Frankel assured me that while I was going through tough medical treatments and decisions in my life that he could work with me. He would treat me with CBD and together we found the best possible treatments and a whole new life for me. I wouldn't be where I am today if it were not for Dr. Frankel. Rest in peace my friend. Thank you for being the thoughtful, empathetic, standup man you were.
Susan M Lieberman
October 28, 2021
So sorry to hear about his passing.
Marc
October 28, 2021
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Denise Massa
October 28, 2021
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Dr. Frankel. He was my light in the storm when I first learned of his success using Cannabis for Myasthenia gravis. I had two consults with him and in addition to being so wise he was warm, friendly and easy to laugh. I always hoped to tap into his wealth of knowledge and experience again. He will be greatly missed. The world is a little less bright without his presence.
Linda & Arthur Brooks
October 28, 2021
So sorry to hear this sad news. We loved Dr. Frankel. We always looked forward to his visits. He gave us his expert advice and my husband is alive today because of it. We pray for peace and comfort to his family and those closest to him. Our hearts are broken. We will always remember him fondly.
Karen
October 28, 2021
I had one Zoom appointment with Dr. Frankel during Covid. We both were in our 60s with grandkids and cancer. He was so charming and knowledgeable, and we laughed together. It was like talking to a new best friend instead of a doctor. Rest in peace.
Linda
October 28, 2021
My deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Dr Frankel. I know him through the interviews with John Malanca. I was very impressed with his work and the fact he was so passionate to help his patients. His knowledge´s is priceless and why I would choose him for myself if I needed help with cannabis. He will certainly be missed.
Royal Street
October 28, 2021
My family and I send sincere sympathies to the family of Dr. Frankel.
SARA DAVIDSON
October 27, 2021
He was my favorite doctor. I'm heartbroken. It's hard to imagine the world without Allan. My warmest wishes go to his family and friends. He is truly irreplaceable.
Craig Houx
October 27, 2021
Allan was a pioneering advocate of medical marijuana that paved the way for us. I loved visiting with him in his office. He was so exuberant and positive. Bless your soul Allan!
David Zeman
October 27, 2021
So very sad to hear of the good doctor's passing. He was a joy to speak with and always had a laugh at the ready to ease the tension. His work benefited many and will continue to do so with the knowledge he shared with us. Godspeed my friend, RIP.
Mary Earhart
October 27, 2021
Dr Frankel helped my grandson and my son. We benefitted from his caring and generosity. Our deepest sympathy to his family and close friends and coworkers.
Helen Erskine
October 27, 2021
I am so sorry to hear of Dr Frankel's passing. I liked him very much and looked forward to seeing him again. My condolences to his family.
Chris Manno
October 27, 2021
Dr. Frankel was hilarious, brilliant and treated everyone like a human being. I thank him so much for his treatment he gave me, it truly made a difference. His legacy will go on. Much love to all of his family and friends.
Maria Wall
October 27, 2021
I am so sorry to learn of Dr. Frankel's passing. I only had one appointment with him but he gave me hope and a hug, something you don't get from other doctors. His light will be sorely missed.
Faith Cheltenham
October 27, 2021
Wonderful doctor and advocate has gone onwards and I do wish him very well. My thanks for his kindness, enormous empathy and that fantastic laugh. Rest well and rest easy dear doctor.
Matthew Jansky, MA, LMFT
October 27, 2021
I am so sorry to learn of Dr. Frankel's passing. He was a gifted clinician who really understood the unique needs of his patients, and respected both those who could benefit from the psychoactive effects of cannabis and those who absolutely could not tolerate them. I had the honor of consulting with him on one very challenging cases, and benefited greatly from his wisdom and experience. He was also a dedicated activist for patient rights who was not afraid to speak truth to power and who refused to be intimidated. My deepest sympathy to his family and colleagues.
Lisa Young
October 27, 2021
I am deeply saddened to hear of Dr. Frankel's passing. My deepest condolences to his family and loved ones. Dr. Frankel was the only doctor that helped me through a difficult health issue. Always congenial and supportive. God bless his soul. He will be dearly missed!
Tammy Marsh
October 27, 2021
My deepest condolences to his family, friends and loved ones. I was his office neighbor for years in the Marina. He was the nicest guy. This is such sad news. Rest in Paradise, Dr Frankel.
Jill Kushner
October 27, 2021
I'm so sorry to hear about Dr. Frankel. I was a patient of his a few years back and aside from being very helpful, it was so great just talking to him. Always a story or five and plenty of laughs. My sincere condolences to his family and friends...
Wen Mull
October 27, 2021
OH no, no, no...I am beyond heartbroken...the most kind and humble gentleman...a remarkable and compassionate Doctor..he will be missed by anyone that was privileged enough to know him.
Sara Agnifili
October 27, 2021
This saddens me very much. Two years ago my husband had a consult with Dr. Frankel for his liver cancer. Unfortunately he passed within the next 2 weeks so we never had a chance to see Dr. Frankel again. But we felt so fortunate to have seen him that first time, he spent extra time with us and was so caring, we felt we were in good hands. RIP Dr. Frankel, you helped so many people over the years. Condolences to his family.
Dusty Frank
October 27, 2021
I just had a Zoom meeting appt. with Dr. Frankel in April being a prostate cancer patient myself. I am deeply saddened to hear of his passing. I know he was a man of God and so let us all be assured he is home again with our Lord. Blessings to his family and friends.
Linda Parker
October 27, 2021
This is such sad news. Dr. Frankel was my Dr. and helped me through cancer. My heart felt condolences to his family and dear friends and patients. We shall miss him.
John Giltzow
October 27, 2021
Dr Frankel was a great guy and had a very friendly nature.
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