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Dr. David Dougherty, MD

Dr. David Dougherty, MD

Internal Medicine*
40+ years of experience

Dr. David Dougherty, MD is an internist in Bakersfield, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine in 1981. He is affiliated with Adventist Health Bakersfield. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Practice

3838 San Dimas St Bldg A Bakersfield, CA 93301
Telehealth available
(661) 327-1431

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Dougherty specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
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Dr. Dougherty's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Dougherty

3.5

22 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 Star
59%
59%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
9%
9%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
32%
32%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 06, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 13, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
SCC – Feb 27, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
JW – Jan 25, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
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Aug 17, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Bakersfield, CA – May 09, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
John A. in Bakersfield, CA – Feb 16, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Donna H in Bakersfield, CA – Nov 30, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
jill in Bakersfield, CA – Sep 14, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mel in Bakersfield, CA – May 21, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
8 people found this helpful
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Noone in Bakersfield ca – Feb 17, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

I believe the best care can be achieved only when patients understand their conditions properly and are fully satisfied with the care they receive. Through effective education, patients are empowered to partner in their care and achieve their health priorities.

  • Internal Medicine

  • Family Medicine

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  • Kern Medical Center|l A Co Usc Medical Center

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of Southern California Keck School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1981
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Amy K Mehta MD Inc.3838 San Dimas St Bldg A Bakersfield, CA 93301
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Adventist Health Bakersfield

    2615 Chester Ave
    Bakersfield, CA 93301
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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