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Dr. Dhvanit Vijapura, MD

Dr. Dhvanit Vijapura, MD

Psychiatry*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Dhvanit Vijapura, MD is a psychiatrist in Panama City, FL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from SAURASHTRA UNIVERSITY / M.P. SHAH MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1984. He is affiliated with HCA Florida Gulf Coast Hospital. He is accepting telehealth appointments.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

2003 Wilson Ave Panama City, FL 32405
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(850) 784-9991

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Vijapura specializes in the area of Psychiatry. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Vijapura's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Vijapura

3.4
17 ratings, 9 with a written review
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1 star
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I went to Dr VJ for sublingual film. At first he took insurance and then he did not take insurance. He kept uping his rates and it was always cash. I was an alcoholic while I saw him and he never helped me, I asked several times. I do not drink anymore thanks to God. I wouldn't go to him even if he was the last doctor alive.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Jan 16, 2025
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Taking my teenage son to Dr VJ was the best experience we have had in 12 years working with a mental health professional. He is kind and tried to engage my son in conversation. His staff was extremely friendly and helpful and made his appointment totally stressless.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Port St. Joe teenager – Jun 17, 2021
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Dr. Vijapura and his staff have always been compassionate and responsive. Very professional and proactive in the aftermath of Hurricane Michael.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
Helpful
Jan-Marie Waters in Panama City, FL – Mar 03, 2019
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He's a very receptive doctor, he listens to your needs, makes a thoughtful assesment, and has a wonderful assistant. She is awesome, so sweet and really tries her hardest to make the patient comfortable and happy. I would recommend Dr. V to anyone in a situation similar to myself, for anyone who requires addiction and mental health care.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
Helpful
Teddie M. in Kinard, FL – Feb 24, 2019
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I have been going to see Dr Vija for a couple months now. He and his staff have been nothing but kind and compassionate. Yes, you have to pay to go here, but compared to what I was spending on the street, this is a drop in a bucket.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
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Robin in Panama City , FL – Feb 22, 2019
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Incredibly knowledgeable, caring, thoughtful and easy to access. He cares deeply for his patients and their medical care and wants to see them succeed. Anyone who has something negative to say about this physician simply does not care about recovery or getting better.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
Helpful
Dave in Panama City, FL – Feb 07, 2019
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Dr Vj is very professional and a life saver!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Panama City – Oct 04, 2018
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Does not take ANY INSURANCE! Long waits. Extremely short visit with dr. ( TEN minutes ??) Must pay $360 up front before you even see anyone! Walked out with 3 scripts wondering how I was diagnosed so quickly and if it was really what I needed. Watch out for medical forms you fill out before seeing the dr. One page asked for my credit card number AND SECURITY CODE on back of the card??????
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Panama City, Fl – Apr 26, 2017
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He's great been going there for years kids love him an so do I
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Hailey Bailey in Panama City, FL – Jun 28, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Dhvanit Vijapura, MD is a psychiatrist in Panama City, FL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from SAURASHTRA UNIVERSITY / M.P. SHAH MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1984. He is affiliated with HCA Florida Gulf Coast Hospital. He is accepting telehealth appointments.

  • Psychiatry

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Saurashtra University / M.p. Shah Medical College

    Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Psychiatry
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More than three years ago
Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine

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Locations

Practice

Dhvanit K Vijapura MD2003 Wilson Ave Panama City, FL 32405
1
Peoples Hospice and Palliative Care of NW Florida LLC221 E 23rd St Ste F Panama City, FL 32405
2
Office7104 Laird St Ste 500 Panama City, FL 32408
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • HCA Florida Gulf Coast Hospital

    449 W 23rd St
    Panama City, FL 32405
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

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