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Dr. John Keltner, MD

Dr. John Keltner, MD

Psychiatry*
25+ years of experience

Dr. John Keltner, MD is a psychiatrist in Palm Desert, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from HARVARD Medical School in 1998. He is affiliated with Eisenhower Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 7 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (7 reviews)

Practice

72650 Fred Waring Dr Ste 211 Palm Desert, CA 92260
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(619) 838-0519

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Keltner specializes in the area of Psychiatry. • 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.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Keltner's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Keltner

4.3
7 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 star
71%
71%
4 star
14%
14%
3 star
0%
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2 star
0%
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1 star
14%
14%

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Primarily managed medications. Probing your causes and how to deal with them is not strength, but will refer to Psycologist.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Robert – Oct 25, 2022
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I've been a client of Dr. Keltner for 2+ years. I find him to be professional, trustworthy, astute and amicable.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Wendy Silk, Palm Desert, CA – Jul 18, 2022
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Tonight I received a call from Dr.Keltner. He was worrying for the medication was prescribed to me by one of my other physician for my body pain. ( I believe he was looking at my chart ) He said the combination of the current medication I am on ( the one he prescribes ) and the new one could create a serious side effects, including slowed or difficult breathing and deaths. asked me if I was taking it. This shows me his care is Above and beyond for his patients and makes him very special Doctor for me. Thank You Sal M. Bardakoglu
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Sal M. Bardakoglu – Jan 17, 2022
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I saw Dr. Keltner from February 2019 until July 2019 - when I moved out of the desert. It is a small practice (just him and his assistant) but he is a most excellent healthcare provider and provides a rather calming and relaxing - albeit minimalistic - environment. Dr. Keltner is, without a doubt, the best psychiatrist I've seen and been treated by. He made me feel like I had a degree of control over my condition and its symptoms that no other doctor had ever allotted me. That is no small feat. If you're looking for an excellent, personable mental health provider - look no further.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
Helpful
Ryan S – Jul 31, 2020
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I have had 4 visits with Dr keltner and he saved my life , I highly recommend him to anyone , he's very professional and kind and I'm extremely impressed with him and he treats EVERYONE equal and I feel comfortable talking to him , he's not like most of the doctor's that want to interagate people. He's only concerned about taking care of people. He is one of the few that isn't greedy and went into the profession because he really wants to help people without making them suffer
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
13 others found this helpful
Helpful
Michelle Rubin in Thousand palms, CA – Nov 16, 2018
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biography

Dr. John Keltner, MD is a psychiatrist in Palm Desert, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from HARVARD Medical School in 1998. He is affiliated with Eisenhower Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Psychiatry

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  • Harvard Medical School

    Medical School, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Psychiatry
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Locations

Practice

Office72650 Fred Waring Dr Ste 211 Palm Desert, CA 92260
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Practice

Jennifer Moreno Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center3350 La Jolla Village Dr San Diego, CA 92161
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

UC San Diego Student Health SVC Pharmacy9500 Gilman Dr La Jolla, CA 92093
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Eisenhower Medical Center

    39000 Bob Hope Dr
    Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
    Recipient of 38
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    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.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    10% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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