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Dr. Ramesh Kesavalu, MD

Dr. Ramesh Kesavalu, MD

Rheumatology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Ramesh Kesavalu, MD is a rheumatologist in Glendale, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Dr Mgr Med University Madras Psg Institute in 1995. He is affiliated with Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.7 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 2.7 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Practice

1500 S Central Ave Ste 200 Glendale, CA 91204
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Kesavalu specializes in the area of Rheumatology. See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
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Dr. Kesavalu's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kesavalu

2.7
23 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
26%
26%
4 star
17%
17%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
9%
9%
1 star
48%
48%

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Dr. Kesavalu responds immediately to any concerns that I have. He has helped me tremendously in the two years I have been seeing him. I have an HMO, but I would choose him as my doctor, hands down. Dr. Kesavalu and his nurse, Ruby, provide the highest level of care and kindness.
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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E Harty – Jun 15, 2023
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He is the best take care for patient.
Think about what a prospective patient would want to know.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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May 27, 2023
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Great Doctor
Dr. Ramesh Kesavalu, my Rheumatologist, has a very caring and gentle demeanor and takes time to listen to my concerns and always has helpful advice. He is incredibly knowledgeable and was able to provide me with clear explanations of my medical condition and treatment options. I have rheumatoid arthritis and my condition has improved tremendously under his care. Overall, I highly recommend Dr. Kesavalu to anyone in need of medical care with their arthritis. Art Blum
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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May 04, 2023
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Do not come here!
Hands down the worst experience I've ever had with any doctor, let alone specialist. I have been a patient of Dr. Kesavalu for just over a year (I have an HMO health plan so unfortunately I don't get to pick my doctors.) On my first visit, the doctor was dismissive, insensitive, and seemingly agitated when I asked him some basic questions about my newly diagnosed psoriatic arthritis. I can't count how many blood tests have been ordered with no response, information or next steps. I recently had surgery and the surgeon asked that I stop taking one of my meds two weeks in advance of my procedure but suggested that I check with the prescribing physician before doing so. I tried to call multiple times but couldn't get through to the doctor, a nurse, or anyone else in the office for two full weeks and eventually found out that "their phone system was down..." How is that even a thing at a doctors office? I have more to say and not enough characters remaining.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Jan 25, 2023
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Bay Dr., bad personality, I will not recommend him. Worst experience with a dr office visit, dr Kesavalu was not paying attention to my problem, he did not ask questions about my problem , I tried to explain and ask his opinion, he was in hurry , I followed up next day, no authorization was submitted yet. Bad dr, bad personality,
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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May 14, 2021
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I wasn't taken seriously or listened to and I strongly believe it's because I'm a woman. He talked down to me and quite honestly didn't know what he was talking about. He gave me incorrect information and was dismissive and insensitive.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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
10 others found this helpful
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El – Aug 29, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

Provide professional, friendly, and compassionate care to all of my patients.
  • Rheumatology

  • Internal Medicine

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

  • Indiana University Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2006
  • Ball Memorial Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2003
  • Iu Health Ball Memorial

    Internship Hospital, 2001
  • Dr Mgr Med University Madras Psg Institute

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Rheumatology
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  • English

  • Tamil

  • Telugu

Locations

Practice

Armineh Tavitian MD Inc1500 S Central Ave Ste 200 Glendale, CA 91204
1
Office191 S Buena Vista St Ste 440 Burbank, CA 91505
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center

    1420 S Central Ave
    Glendale, CA 91204

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

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

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

    4% lower than the national average

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