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Dr. P Chandrasekaran, MD

Dr. P Chandrasekaran, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
50+ years of experience

Dr. P Chandrasekaran, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Bakersfield, CA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Madras Medical College, Tamil Nadu Dr Mgr Medical University in 1970. He is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Downtown-Bakersfield. He is not accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Practice

400 Old River Rd Bakersfield, CA 93311

Make an Appointment

(661) 663-6550

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Chandrasekaran specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Chandrasekaran's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Chandrasekaran

4.6

19 ratings, 12 with a written review
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Barbara Borden in Bakersfield, CA – May 11, 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
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leticia in BAKERSFIELD, CA – Dec 21, 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
Helpful
William in Weldon, CA – Dec 13, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Mary Attwell in Frazier Park, CA – Nov 20, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Karen Bernero-Mathews in Tehachapi, CA – Nov 09, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Maria Viramontes in LAMONT, CA – Sep 11, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
virgil bell in maricopa, CA – Aug 22, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Pure romance lady in Bakersfield , CA – Aug 05, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Melanie Kratt in Kern County, CA – Jun 07, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Eddie Martin in taft – Mar 16, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Angela Villa in Bakersfield, CA – Sep 15, 2017
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What went well
  • Wait times
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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Bakersfield, CA – Aug 28, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

Hello. We welcome the chance to help you feel your best. Excellent, comprehensive and affordable health care, delivered with compassion, is what we stand for. Since our founding, we've made it our goal to create an environment that meets each patient's...read more

biography

Dr. Chandra began his practice in the city of Bakersfield, California in 1982. He specializes in arthroscopic surgery, joint replacement, and fracture fixation. Dr. Chandra graduated from medical school at Stanley Medical College, University of...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Catholic Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1975

  • Madras Medical College, Tamil Nadu Dr Mgr Medical University

    Medical School, 1970
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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  • California Orthopaedic Association, Member

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Locations

Practice

Mercy Southwest Hospital400 Old River Rd Bakersfield, CA 93311
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Office1205 Garces Hwy Ste 306 Delano, CA 93215
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mercy Hospital Downtown-Bakersfield

    2215 Truxtun Ave
    Bakersfield, CA 93301

    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

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

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