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Dr. Stephen Pakkianathan, MD

Dr. Stephen Pakkianathan, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Stephen Pakkianathan, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Spokane, WA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Loma Linda University in 2007. He is affiliated with medical facilities MultiCare Deaconess Hospital and Prov Sacred HRT Medical Center and Childs Hosp.. He is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 45 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (45 reviews)

Practice

105 W 8th Ave Ste 6020 Spokane, WA 99204
(509) 455-5050

Dr. Pakkianathan is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Pakkianathan specializes in the area of Obstetrics & Gynecology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Pakkianathan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Pakkianathan

4.2
45 ratings, 19 with a written review
5 star
78%
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4 star
2%
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
18%
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Amazing OB
Dr. Pakk is an amazing OB I’ve seen him for both of my twin pregnancies and have always felt like im in very good hands. He answers all of your questions thoroughly and always listens to your concerns. I’ve never felt rushed and he has great bedside manner. I highly recommend him and his practice.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Micaela – Aug 10, 2023
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Fantastic experience every time
I feel heard, I appreciate him never beating around the bush about my concerns or thoughts. I value his opinion and sense of humor. I am thankful that he gives options and personalizes his recommendations based on me and not just data. Office staff always friendly and helpful. He’s delivered 2/3 of my kiddos and will hopefully deliver the future kiddos.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Taytum – Jun 27, 2023
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Dr Pakk is excellent
I recently switched to Dr Pakkianathan as my OB GYN after my other doctor left, but I chose him because he previously cared for me in the hospital when he was on call and was wonderful. He is extremely knowledgeable and compassionate. I always feel seen and heard by Dr Pakk and know I am in good hands with him as my doctor. Highly recommend
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Jun 27, 2023
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Great Care
I have a complicated history of endometriosis but Dr. Pak is always patient with questions and willing to discuss options. He’s also pretty direct and straight forward which I appreciate. I have been going to him since 2014 with a surgery included in that time and never had a complaint with the care I’ve received.
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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Mar 18, 2023
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Dr. Pak is professional and very informative.
It was my first annual with Dr. Pak and I thought he was awesome! He is a very relatable, engaging and kind doctor. I feel fortunate to be one of his patients. He also sees my daughters and they are equally impressed.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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K Krause – Mar 16, 2023
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Amazing surgeon!
Understanding and capable. I highly recommend him.
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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Mar 16, 2023
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Excellent OB
I appreciate the time that Dr Pakk takes to help me feel like all my questions are answered. I'm on my 5th pregnancy with some complications, but I feel comfortable that he is monitoring my care as well as delivery.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 08, 2023
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Very smart and calm
This was just our first visit with Dr Pakk, but my husband and I are very much looking forward to working with him through our (essentially) first pregnancy. We have had a few early losses, and Dr Pakk was very reassuring and knowledgeable. I like his calm demeanor. I feel like we are in good hands with him.
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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Jenna N – Jan 10, 2023
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VBAC friendly and very busy.
I chose Dr. Pakk because he is VVAC friendly. He has been very supportive of that. My only complaint is that he’s very busy because he has too many clients. Overall, I think he’s a great doctor. He just needs more than just him at his clinic.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Bri – Dec 14, 2022
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Very happy with my new Dr
I had to find a new Dr after my previous one left. This was my first appointment with Dr Pac and I was very pleased. I think he is a good fit for me.
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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Sep 27, 2022
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Dr. Pakk is a wonderful practitioner. He truly cares and listens to his patient’s concerns and needs, providing thorough care well into the “fourth trimester”. He is conscientious and intentional while remaining calm and laidback. It is the perfect combination of traits. Dr. Pakk has been my OB for all four of my children and I would choose him every time if I had to go back and do it all again.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Kim – Sep 22, 2022
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Overall patient care
Dr.pak puts his patients first and listens to your priorities and most importantly makes you feel comfortable at every apt regardless of what your seeing him for. His bedside manner is amazing and I will be seeing him in the future for all my pregnancies and obgyn necessities.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Aug 04, 2022
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Dr. Pak took over my care after we had a worrisome ultrasound. During Covid my husband was unable to there for an awful conversation so Dr. Pak called after hours to speak with both of us again. He was always super understanding and answered all my questions. After we lost our child he called and sent flowers. He spent time in the office asking me about our baby and the loss. He has been very supportive. Looking forward to being his patient in the future.
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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Jan 04, 2021
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I saw Dr. Pakkianathan and his Teaching Dr. They were a wonderful team and made the biopsy that I had done comfortable. Thank you both, I left feeling very well taken care of.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Patricia Roddy – Jul 30, 2019
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He did a laparoscopic surgery on me in May of 2018, and he is the best! My partner and I are trying to conceive, and I am definitely going to go through Dr.Pakk!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 15, 2019
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Loved him as my obgyn! Just had a baby beginning of April. He was great, always answered questions and helped me with concerns. Best labor I've ever had! He made me feel relaxed and that I was in very competent 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
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Mindy in Sioux Falls – May 31, 2018
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I have seen Dr. Pakk for all three of my pregnancies. He is so easy going and very open to allowing your choice of birth. He is not pushy, he lays out the options and lets you make your own decisions. He is always there to answer questions and is thorough and to the point also. He doesn't drag things out. He makes you feel good about your choices, whatever they may be.
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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Nicole in Conner – May 30, 2018
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If your not in your child bearing years I suggest you find a Doctor who will treat you with respect. I was in and out within ten minutes after I complained about waiting for over an hour. I was told by the receptionist that expecting mothers come first. He asked me very few questions or answered my one question with a few words. I saw Dr Pakkikianathan twice after Dr. Hess retired. I thought he was good, but I have changed my mind. It had been 3 years since my last visit, not going back..
What went well
  • Office environment
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
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Geraldine GrosVenor in Corona, CA – Nov 14, 2017
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Dr. Pakkianathan had to perform an emergency C-Section on me. He was very comforting with explaining the procedure.
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
6 others found this helpful
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Britaney F in Spokane, WA – Jan 11, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

As an OB-GYN, I chose Northwest OB-GYN as our practice style allows me to develop on-going medical relationships with my patients and thus better provide better and more appropriate care. Helping women to resolve GYN issues and to help women and...read more

  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

  • Gynecology

  • Gynecologic Surgery

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  • Loma Linda University Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2011

  • Loma Linda University

    Medical School, 2007

  • Loma Linda University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2007
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology®
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Dr. Pakkianathan is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Unavail105 W 8th Ave Ste 6020 Spokane, WA 99204
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Prov Sacred HRT Medical Center and Childs Hosp.

      101 W 8th Ave
      Spokane, WA 99204
      Recipient of 7
      hospital awards

      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

      80%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • MultiCare Deaconess Hospital

      800 W 5th Ave
      Spokane, WA 99204

      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

      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback
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