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Dr. Sanford Lax, MD

Dr. Sanford Lax, MD

Family Medicine*

Dr. Sanford Lax, MD is a family medicine physician in Santa Fe, NM. He is affiliated with CHRISTUS St. Vincent Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (13 reviews)

CHRISTUS St. Vincent Family Medicine Center

2025 Galisteo St Ste A Santa Fe, NM 87505
Telehealth available
(505) 913-3450

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Lax specializes in the area of Family Practice. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Lax's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lax

3.5

13 ratings, 8 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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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
16 people found this helpful
Helpful
MI – Mar 25, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
molly in Livonia, MI – Feb 28, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Amanda in Waterford, MI – Nov 13, 2018
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 12, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Rachel in West Bloomfield, MI – Jul 01, 2017
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Huntington Woods, MI – Feb 11, 2017
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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
18 people found this helpful
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Laura in Brighton, MI – Sep 27, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
20 people found this helpful
Helpful
David in Northville, MI – Mar 13, 2016
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care philosophy

Education and allowing patients to have a voice in their health is important.  Together we can collaborate and develop a plan of care that empowers the patient.

biography

Sanford Lax, MD is a family medicine physician at CHRISTUS St. Vincent Family Medicine Center in Santa Fe, NM.

  • Family Medicine

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  • Providence Hospital

    Residency Hospital
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Family Practice
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Locations

CHRISTUS St. Vincent Family Medicine Center

CHRISTUS St. Vincent Family Medicine Center2025 Galisteo St Ste A Santa Fe, NM 87505
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • CHRISTUS St. Vincent Regional Medical Center

    455 Saint Michaels Dr
    Santa Fe, NM 87505
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

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

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

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

    3% lower than the national average

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