Kaustubh V Patankar's Online Review Report Card

So, as a retired paramedic who has worked with many many doctors. THIS doctor knows his stuff. Other reviews mention the office staff and yes I agree they need to work better. But, it’s a small price to pay for access to this Doctor

It took 45 minutes to book an an appointment for a phone consultation. Got a call confirming consultation appointment 2 days before. One hour after appointment time, no call from Dr. Pantankar so I call the office to confirm. After being on hold for 15 minutes, they told me he was running behind and would call shortly. Another hour goes by and still no call from Dr. Pantankar so I call the office to confirm. After being on hold for an another 25 minutes, they said his staff could not be reached. Finally, after over 3 hours from original appointment time, Dr. Pantankar called and told me he was confused about his schedule was apologetic. I told him I was not interested and have a nice day.I don't know why anyone would trust their health to someone that manages an office with such poor organizational skills.

It took 45 minutes to book an an appointment for a phone consultation. Got a call confirming consultation appointment 2 days before. One hour after appointment time, no call from Dr. Pantankar so I call the office to confirm. After being on hold for 15 minutes, they told me he was running behind and would call shortly. Another hour goes by and still no call from Dr. Pantankar so I call the office to confirm. After being on hold for an another 25 minutes, they said his staff could not be reached. Finally, after over 3 hours from original appointment time, Dr. Pantankar called and told me he was confused about his schedule was apologetic. I told him I was not interested and have a nice day. I don't know why anyone would trust their health to someone that manages an office with such poor organizational skills. I would have gave zero stars, but you have to give at least one.

Friendly staff and always helpful. Had a stent procedure, Vert satisfied.

Worst doctor on the planet, bar none. I can't even begin to tell you. My story is so unbelievable, you just won't believe it. Just do yourself a favor and do NOT go to this doctor. He is not a doctor. Not at all.

This is a terrible office.. the staff is very disorganized and nonchalant.. They made mistakes on prescriptions and dosages and have to be nagged and hounded to get things fixed. This has happened more than once; its pretty scary to not be able to get heart meds that the doctor prescribed because the office staff can't get it together...

I love and trust Dr Patankar he is a great cardiologist,my family has been seeing him since 1994 but unfortunately every time I try to come and see him the office staff gives me a hard time about my insurance. I have a blue shield of Ca PPO , they do not want to see me because it's from covered Ca. don't come here if you have blue shield They once wanted me to pay $200 "just in case" my insurance doesn't cover the visit and they would reimburse me, my copay is only $25

This man (not a doctor) left me sitting on an operating room table after an angioplasty, walking out of the room without saying a word. Then, the nurses wheeled me into another "waiting" room, where I laid there for 3 hours without this man (not a doctor) ever coming back to talk to me about my condition. What a complete joke this guy is! He is a FRAUD.

This is a fantastic doctor. When you depend on your doctor to save your life, you would want to see this man!!!He is very professional and gets the job done. He has given me the opportunity to live a longer life so I may watch my grandchildren grow. I now have the precious time to get right with my GOD!!!!!THANK YOU AND BLESS YOU DR. PANTAKAR

I originally had my appt @ 1pm and they called said 3:15p. I get there 3:05p to check in. Waited until 4pm and they said he's getting behind so not able to see until 5p or later. I was so disgusted on this wait that I walked out. re: Dr. Messenger