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Dr. Geetha Varma, MD

Dr. Geetha Varma, MD

Hematology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Geetha Varma, MD is a hematologist in Salinas, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Varma has extensive experience in Skeletal System Neoplasms, Breast Neoplasms, and Gastrointestinal Neoplasms. She graduated from Government Medical College Kozhikode in 1990. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital and Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.7 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 2.7 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Salinas Valley Health Cancer Care

505 E Romie Ln Ste A Salinas, CA 93901
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Varma is affiliated with Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital Salinas, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Varma specializes in the areas of Hematology, Hospice Care and Palliative Medicine & Medical Oncology. See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews
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Dr. Varma's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Varma

2.7
17 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 star
41%
41%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
6%
6%
1 star
53%
53%

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Awesome doctor.
I like how she explains why and what care I need. She is very professional, I enjoy my visits with her she is caring and friendly.
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
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Apr 16, 2025
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Didn't want to listen
Telehealth
Came to her for continued care. With 2 years of records that included diagnoses and treatment. I needed her to continue treatment. From the first visit I knew I would have issues. I tried getting her treatment records and she didn't want it at all. Didnt believe anything i said. She than proceeded to try and put me through evaluation and treatments different from what I had been doing. Ended up having to fire her and get a different doctor.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Oct 02, 2023
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Do not recommend
Possibly one of the worst medical providers I’ve come across. She exhibits a lack of judgment and is also either negligent or doesn’t seem to care enough. My father was a patient of hers and we ended up transferring him out to a different doctor because of how unsatisfied we were with her.
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
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Aug 25, 2023
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Great Visit
Dr. Varma took the time to explain everything and ensure I was aware of prior, current and future testing. She spent a good deal of time with me and was both professional and pleasant to speak with.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
2 others found this helpful
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Bob Lemons – Mar 09, 2022
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I wish we had seen Dr. Varma sooner, but nevertheless, she was caring, patient, professional and supportive.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Sep 08, 2021
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I asked her some questions about my problems and she didn’t give me an answer. I asked her about a treatment and she told me that they have some treatments but they didn’t do it at her office. Then she said I will be back but never came Back. She only spend 3 minutes with me and left . I didn’t have time to asked her where can I get those treatments..
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 03, 2019
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Close family friend was in the hospital for over a mo th and only saw Dr. Varma twice, briefly
What went well
  • Office environment
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
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Charles in Salinas, CA – Aug 27, 2018
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care philosophy

Geetha Varma MD is focused on providing compassionate, evidence-based care for patients with all types of cancers, blood disorders, and other conditions. She earned her medical degree at Calicut Medical College in Kerala, India in 1991. She completed...read more

biography

Geetha Varma MD is focused on providing compassionate, evidence-based care for patients with all types of cancers, blood disorders, and other conditions. She earned her medical degree at Calicut Medical College in Kerala, India in 1991. She completed...read more
  • Hematology

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  • Erie County Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Jackson Park Hospital Program

    Residency Hospital
  • Aurora Sinai Medical Center

    Internship Hospital
  • Government Medical College Kozhikode

    Medical School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Hematology
Hospice Care and Palliative Medicine
Medical Oncology
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Locations

Salinas Valley Health Cancer Care

Salinas Valley Health Cancer Care505 E Romie Ln Ste A Salinas, CA 93901
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital

    450 E Romie Ln
    Salinas, CA 93901
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

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    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

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital

    911 Sunset Dr
    Hollister, CA 95023
  • Natividad Medical Center

    1441 Constitution Blvd
    Salinas, CA 93906

    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

    70%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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