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Dr. Sundaresan Sambandam, MD

Dr. Sundaresan Sambandam, MD

Hematology*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Sundaresan Sambandam, MD is a hematologist in Cranston, RI and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Sambandam has extensive experience in Renal Neoplasms & Resection, Pulmonary Neoplasms, and Gastrointestinal Neoplasms. He graduated from DR M.G.R. MEDICAL UNIVERSITY / CHINGLEPUT MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1970. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as The Miriam Hospital and Rhode Island Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

1220 Pontiac Ave Ste 101 Cranston, RI 02920
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(401) 943-4660

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Sambandam is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital Providence, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Sambandam specializes in the areas of Hematology, Internal Medicine & Medical Oncology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Sambandam's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sambandam

4.7

16 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
88%
88%
4 Star
6%
6%
3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
6%
6%

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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
FredFitz – Mar 01, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Just fyi – Apr 27, 2021
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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
7 people found this helpful
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Tracy Boynton Gauvijn – Dec 09, 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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Bob Palmieri in Tarpon Springs, FL – Nov 19, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Sundaresan Sambandam, MD is a hematologist in Cranston, RI and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Sambandam has extensive experience in Renal Neoplasms & Resection, Pulmonary Neoplasms, and Gastrointestinal Neoplasms....read more

  • Hematology

  • Medical Oncology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Dr M.g.r. Medical University / Chingleput Medical College

    Medical School, 1970
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Hematology
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Internal Medicine
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Medical Oncology
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Locations

Practice

Drs.Sambandam & Joseph Associates Inc.1220 Pontiac Ave Ste 101 Cranston, RI 02920
1

Practice

Metacom Medical Associates Inc.639 Metacom Ave Warren, RI 02885
2
Unavail1180 Hope St Bristol, RI 02809
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • The Miriam Hospital

    164 Summit Ave
    Providence, RI 02906
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all 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

    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Rhode Island Hospital

    593 Eddy St
    Providence, RI 02903
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Kent County Memorial Hospital

    455 Toll Gate Rd
    Warwick, RI 02886

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% 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
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