Dr. Gayle Kookootsedes, MD

Rheumatology*FemaleAge 58

Rheumatology*

Dr. Gayle Kookootsedes, MD is a rheumatologist in Saint George, UT and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Kookootsedes has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening and Vasculitides. She graduated from University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine in 1994. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center and El Centro Regional Medical Center. She is accepting telehealth appointments.

Dr. Gayle Kookootsedes, MD

Vista Healthcare Joint & Arthritis Center

1490 E Foremaster Dr Ste 220 Saint George, UT 84790
Telehealth availableTelehealth services available
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At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Kookootsedes specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Rheumatology. 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. Kookootsedes' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kookootsedes

4.0

4 ratings, 3 with a written review
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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
Telehealth
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
Helpful
B Fox – Dec 25, 2024
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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
Apr 26, 2024
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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
Jan 18, 2023
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About Me

biography

Dr. Gayle Kookootsedes, MD is a rheumatologist in Saint George, UT and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Kookootsedes has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening and Vasculitides. She graduated from University of...read more
  • Rheumatology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • University Of Southern California Keck School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1994
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology
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Locations

Vista Healthcare Joint & Arthritis Center

Coral Desert Spine Surgery1490 E Foremaster Dr Ste 220 Saint George, UT 84790
1

San Diego Arthritis Medical CLN

San Diego Arthritis Medical CLN3633 Camino del Rio S Ste 300 San Diego, CA 92108
2

Torrance Primary & Specialty Care

Atlantis Physical Therapy Assoc.3500 Lomita Blvd Ste M100 Torrance, CA 90505
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sharp Coronado Hospital

    250 Prospect Pl
    Coronado, CA 92118

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

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

    2% higher than the national average

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

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center

    24451 Health Center Dr
    Laguna Hills, CA 92653
    Recipient of 25
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    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.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% 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
  • Sharp Grossmont Hospital

    5555 Grossmont Center Dr
    La Mesa, CA 91942
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    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.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% 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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