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Dr. Joel Lardizabal, MD

Dr. Joel Lardizabal, MD

Cardiology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Joel Lardizabal, MD is a cardiologist in San Luis Obispo, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Lardizabal has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions, Heart Conditions, and Cardiac Implantable Device Procedures. He graduated from Afable College of Medicine and Surgery in 2001. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as French Hospital Medical Center and Adventist Health Twin Cities. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3 Star Rating
Based on 28 reviews 3 Star Rating (28 reviews)

Practice

35 Casa St Ste 340 San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Telehealth available
(805) 540-2081

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Lardizabal is affiliated with French Hospital Medical Center San Luis Obispo, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Lardizabal specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease, Cardiovascular Disease, Internal Medicine, Interventional Cardiology & Interventional Cardiology. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Lardizabal's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lardizabal

3.0

28 ratings, 22 with a written review
5 Star
43%
43%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
11%
11%
2 Star
7%
7%
1 Star
39%
39%

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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
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G. Miller – Jan 04, 2025
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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Dec 08, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 13, 2023
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 04, 2023
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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
Apr 22, 2023
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Bamrae – Jul 27, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Achenar – Jul 20, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
G Martin – Jul 08, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 25, 2022
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Male patient – Dec 10, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 20, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 11, 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
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Cardiac Patient – Nov 17, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Sep 25, 2020
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Allen Newsom – Aug 18, 2020
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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
Jan 21, 2020
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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
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
MT Goldman in Santa Margarita, CA – Oct 17, 2018
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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
13 people found this helpful
Helpful
Greg Draude in SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA – Oct 04, 2018
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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
13 people found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 03, 2018
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
CA – Sep 13, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. Joel Lardizabal, MD is a cardiologist in San Luis Obispo, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Lardizabal has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions, Heart Conditions, and Cardiac Implantable Device...read more

  • Cardiology

  • Interventional Cardiology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Afable College Of Medicine And Surgery

    Medical School, 2001
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
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Cardiovascular Disease
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Internal Medicine
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Interventional Cardiology
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Cardiovascular Disease
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Interventional Cardiology
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Locations

Practice

Joel Lardizabal MD Inc.35 Casa St Ste 340 San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
1

Practice

Fcpp Family Health-Aerovista Slo892 Aerovista Pl Ste 130 San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
2

Practice

Samir N. Bhatt MD Inc.1510 E Main St Ste 101 Santa Maria, CA 93454
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • French Hospital Medical Center

    1911 Johnson Ave
    San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Marian Regional Medical Center

    1400 E Church St
    Santa Maria, CA 93454
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in coronary intervention procedures (angioplasty with stent)

    Coronary Intervention Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in coronary intervention procedures (angioplasty with stent)

    View all awards

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Adventist Health Sierra Vista

    1010 Murray Ave
    San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    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.

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

    1% higher than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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