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Dr. Tabassum Chowdhury, MB BCH

Dr. Tabassum Chowdhury, MB BCH

Gastroenterology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Tabassum Chowdhury, MB BCH is a gastroenterologist in Bakersfield, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Chowdhury has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders. She graduated from Al-Fateh University in 1987. She is affiliated with medical facilities Adventist Health Bakersfield and Mercy Hospital Downtown-Bakersfield. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (24 reviews)

Practice

5959 Truxtun Ave Ste 200 Bakersfield, CA 93309
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(661) 324-1203

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Chowdhury is affiliated with Adventist Health Bakersfield Bakersfield, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Chowdhury is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Chowdhury specializes in the area of Gastroenterology. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
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Dr. Chowdhury's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Chowdhury

3.5

24 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 Star
54%
54%
4 Star
4%
4%
3 Star
4%
4%
2 Star
8%
8%
1 Star
29%
29%

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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
Helpful
NOTFROMTURKEY – Jan 17, 2025
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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
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Joni – Sep 13, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
James Turner – May 11, 2022
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Linda M – May 22, 2021
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
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
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
Debs in Bakersfield – Oct 19, 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
Evelyn in Lamont, Ca – Sep 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
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Raymond Willis in Bakersfield – Jun 15, 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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Marilyn Young in Bakersfield, CA – Jan 18, 2017
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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
17 people found this helpful
Helpful
Andrew in Bakersfield – Aug 23, 2016
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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
15 people found this helpful
Helpful
Barbara Smith in Bakersfield, CA – Jan 26, 2016
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biography

Dr. Tabassum Chowdhury, MB BCH is a gastroenterologist in Bakersfield, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Chowdhury has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders. She graduated from Al-Fateh University in 1987....read more

  • Gastroenterology

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  • University Mo Hospital & Clin

    Internship Hospital, 1992

  • Al-fateh University

    Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Dr. Chowdhury is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Kern Gastroenterology Medical Group5959 Truxtun Ave Ste 200 Bakersfield, CA 93309
    1

    Practice

    Adventist Health Bakersfield2615 Chester Ave Bakersfield, CA 93301
    2

    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

      View all patient feedback

    • Adventist Health Bakersfield

      2615 Chester Ave
      Bakersfield, CA 93301
      Recipient of 6
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all 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

      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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