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Dr. Tom Mahendra, MD

Dr. Tom Mahendra, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
55+ years of experience

Dr. Tom Mahendra, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Lancaster, CA and has over 55 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University Sri Lanka-Colombo Fac Med in 1968. He is affiliated with Antelope Valley Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

2.9 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 2.9 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Practice

1331 W Avenue J Ste 203 Lancaster, CA 93534

Make an Appointment

(661) 948-0012

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Mahendra specializes in the area of Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Clean Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is clean. • See hospitals
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Dr. Mahendra's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Mahendra

2.9

10 ratings, 3 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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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Peggy Nichols in CLEVELAND, NC – Aug 30, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
6 people found this helpful
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Rosamond, CA – Aug 03, 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
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
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Los Angeles, CA – Dec 16, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Tom Mahendra, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Lancaster, CA and has over 55 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University Sri Lanka-Colombo Fac Med in 1968. He is affiliated with Antelope Valley Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

  • Cardiovascular Surgery

  • Thoracic Surgery

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

  • St Lukes Cornwall Hospital - Newburgh Campus

    Internship Hospital

  • Einstein Affil Hosps

    Residency Hospital, 1977

  • Bronx Muni Hospital|texas Heart Institute - Houston

    Fellowship Hospital, 1977

  • University Sri Lanka-colombo Fac Med

    Medical School, 1968
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
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Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Medical Board of California

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  • Singhalese

  • Spanish

  • Tamil

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Locations

Practice

Antelope Valley Surgical Associates1331 W Avenue J Ste 203 Lancaster, CA 93534
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Practice

Antelope Valley Hospital1600 W Avenue J Lancaster, CA 93534
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Antelope Valley Hospital

    1600 W Avenue J
    Lancaster, CA 93534

    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

    71%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    4% higher than the national average

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