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Dr. Joseph Vijungco, MD

Dr. Joseph Vijungco, MD

Vascular Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Joseph Vijungco, MD is a vascular surgeon in Chandler, AZ and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Vijungco has extensive experience in Carotid Artery Disease or Carotid Endarterectomy and Peripheral Vascular Disease. He graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine in 1996. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Banner University Medical Center Phoenix and Chandler Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 222 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (222 reviews)

Practice

1840 W Chandler Blvd Ste D2 Chandler, AZ 85224

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At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Vijungco specializes in the areas of General Surgery, General Surgery & Vascular Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Vijungco's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Vijungco

4.4
222 ratings, 57 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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Office staff was chaotic, exam rooms were dirty and chipping paint. The walls are thin and conversations could be heard through the walls. Medical assistant was loud and pushy like a used car sales man and my nurse smelled like cigarettes
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Arizona – Dec 29, 2024
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Dr.Joseph Vijungco is an excellent Vascular surgon but the office scheduler at his Chandler office is not organized and confused the heck out of me when trying to get dates and locations set up for an ultrasound and follow up appointments. They were set up for the next two days at a different locations. While standing in front of her I entered the addresses, dates and times for both appointments. Wouldn't you know because of all the disruptive scheduling conversations I showed up at the wrong location. Dates and locations were switched on my calendar. They need to improve the scheduling process without all the distractions going on around the scheduling desk it was confusing and caused a delayed and rescheduling of an appointment.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Aug 17, 2021
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Dr. Vijungco is a very knowledgeable and caring doctor who listens to his patients and takes the time to explain the procedure he recommends and answers all your questions. In addition, he has a wonderful staff both in his office and surgery center. I feel very fortunate to have been referred to him by my primary care doctor. Dr. Vijungco is the best.
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
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ls – Jul 09, 2020
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Dr. Vijungco is a cut above many doctors. He is highly trained, More than competent and most of all a truly caring person that makes you feel secure in his care.
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
7 others found this helpful
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Durenda Albright – Dec 12, 2019
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Dr. Vijungco and his staff are remarkable people to me. I have had swelling leg andd ankle problems for several years now. I was seeing a vein doctor in CO and she just sent me to a therapist. After much testing by Dr. Vijungco and his staff, they found an artery blockage above my left knee and I am awaiting surgery. Now at least I know what my problem is. He went very in-depth and was very thorough as was his MA, Nicole. Thanks you guy.
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
5 others found this helpful
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John Meidl – Nov 29, 2019
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Excellent Service. Nicole (PA) was outstanding! Victor who performed my ultra sounds was super nice and very professional Front Office and Medical Assistant Irene also a "gem" I wuld definitely recommend anything to this office.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Gloria Taylor – Nov 01, 2019
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Dr. Vijungco is THE BEST. If any “improvement”, it would be to be more relaxed when communicating with patient. The technicians are very qualified and office in general is efficient. The P.A. (Nicole) is fantastic! Any improvement needed? Yes. The scheduling gal seems TOO BUSY. It used to be Vicky would be on top of it all! Now, it’s almost a week since post-op clearance, and I still have not heard from Kaylee. But I am so very pleased that Dr. Vijungco is my Vascular Surgeon!
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
5 others found this helpful
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Rose in Mesa, AZ – Apr 21, 2019
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I would highly recommend Dr. Vijungco for vascular issues. He is knowledgeable, compassionate and listens to his patients. His staff is phenomenal. They accommodate your needs and I am not waiting a month to have an issue addressed. They are all competent, concerned and friendly. My wait time checking in is less than 1 0 minutes.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Chandler, AZ – Apr 13, 2019
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We would highly recommend Dr Vijungco to anyone considering any vascular surgery. He explains thoroughly and we always understand the surgery and outcomes. His surgery skills are outstanding. Plus, he and his staff are truly nice people.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Apr 05, 2019
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Dr V shares his medical knowledge of my case in layman terms for my better understanding. I believe he is intelligent and superior in his field while working towards a healthy and positive outcome for my health issues. Our relationship has built my trust and confidence in his ability to treat and care for me as the best vascular doctor and surgeon in the area. His dedication is reflected in his tenacious efforts to help me be the best I can possibly be.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Mar 29, 2019
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Dr Vijungeo is an enormously talented physician and surgeon. I had recent carotid surgery, I have serious cardiac and lung issues. I have great confidence in this Dr. would not go to anyone else. He’s the BEST as are Amy and Nicole.
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
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Judy Farrens in Mesa , AZ – Feb 13, 2019
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Dr. Vijungco performed a 7 hour operation on my father many years ago, saving his leg. Sometimes we get a call to reschedule our appointment, but I completely understand because he has to go save another patient's leg. I would not have taken my father or anyone in my family to anyone else.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Nov 27, 2018
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I have been going to Dr. Vijungco for 12 years. He is the most caring Dr. I had and emergency surgery in the middle of the night, and he saved my life.
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
5 others found this helpful
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ML – Oct 11, 2018
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My husband had a horrible experience with this surgeon. He is very arrogant, blunt and highly defensive if questioned about his surgical ability and experience. Not very comforting or personable. We would never recommend him to anyone.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
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AZ – Oct 04, 2018
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I would NOT go to any of these offices!! The surgery scheduler Kailey never gets back to you, I have waited 3 mo for a procedure that should have only taken 1 mo. They schedule surgeries with NO authorization just because they want to fill up the schedule! Then you get stuck with a $15,000 bill!! They leave you on hold for 20 to 30 minutes at a time because they are always so short staffed!! This place is awful and Dr. Vijungco is rude and never makes time for his patients!! Nicole is AWESOME!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
6 others found this helpful
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A.M in Mesa, AZ – Oct 03, 2018
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Arrived to see man (80s) sitting in wheelchair in sun (100s). He didn't want to be in freezing AC & was left unattended in sun instead of shade. Staff x2 never introduced themselves - name or title - asked elderly pt with dementia what he weighed. Told unknown staff person not to chart, he doesn't know you need to weigh him. She responded, "It doesn't matter I just need to put in something." Which reflected 11 lb weight loss in 7 days. NO washing of hands before/after, no wound assessment etc.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
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Aug 29, 2018
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I have been a patient for many years and I would not go anywhere else
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
4 others found this helpful
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Edna Hopkins in Mesa, AZ – Jul 23, 2018
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Office staff is courteous and efficient. Doctor and PA (Nicole) are very intelligent, knowledgeable, articulate and caring. I highly recommend this entire team!
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
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Barbara Lafford in Mesa, AZ – Jun 30, 2018
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Dr. Vinjungco is an exceptionally talented medical doctor and surgeon with a benchmark performance staff.
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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JAS in Chandler, AZ – Jun 12, 2018
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Dr. Vijungco is a great Doctor with a wonderful staff at the Mesa location, but with the exception of Jackie, front desk clerk at the Chandler office. I interacted with Jackie on several occasions and she always sounds irritated and annoyed... she appears concerned about your situation, but will not follow through or call back patients when she clearly says she will... Not very trust worthy!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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Tina in Chandler, AZ – Jan 31, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

I believe that vascular operations should be presented to a patient in a compassionate, ethical, & responsible manner. Instead of going to the operating room with anxiety, I believe a patient should go to the operating room with 100% confidence.
  • Vascular Surgery

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  • Northwestern University Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2004
  • Cook County Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2002
  • Rush Medical College

    Residency Hospital, 2002
  • Saint Louis University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1996
  • Rush University

    Internship Hospital, 1995
  • Boston College

    Undergraduate School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
Vascular Surgery
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada®
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
General Surgery
Self designated 
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  • English

  • Spanish

  • Top Surgeon Award by the American Consumers' Council, 2010

Locations

Practice

Discover Vein and Vascular Center PLLC1840 W Chandler Blvd Ste D2 Chandler, AZ 85224
1
Discover Surgical Center135 S Power Rd Ste 110 Mesa, AZ 85206
2
Office1900 W Chandler Blvd Ste 15-255 Chandler, AZ 85224
3

Practice

Discover Vein and Vascular Center PLLC135 S Power Rd Ste 101 Mesa, AZ 85206
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mercy Gilbert Medical Center

    3555 S Val Vista Dr
    Gilbert, AZ 85297
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Chandler Regional Medical Center

    1955 W Frye Rd
    Chandler, AZ 85224
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

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

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Banner Heart Hospital

    6750 E Baywood Ave
    Mesa, AZ 85206

    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

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

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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