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Dr. John Ijem, MD

Dr. John Ijem, MD

Cardiology*

Dr. John Ijem, MD is a cardiologist in Pawleys Island, SC. Dr. Ijem has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions and Heart Conditions. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital and Conway Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.2 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 3.2 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

9653 Ocean Hwy Pawleys Island, SC 29585
Telehealth available

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Dr. Ijem's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ijem

3.2
17 ratings, 11 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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Not very good
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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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Melinda Kratz Wise – Apr 21, 2024
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Needs to become more educated on P.O.T.S
Went to a visit to discuss the possibility of having p.o.t.s and he stated “P.O.T.S is only for old people”, a false misconception that I don’t think a doctor should be making. I was however eventually diagnosed with P.O.T.S by another out of state doctor without help from Dr. Ljem.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 11, 2024
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“You look healthy & young, you couldn’t have POTS”
I was diagnosed with POTS by 2 other doctors. I saw Dr. Ijem and he told me because I looked young and healthy I couldn’t possibly have autonomic dysfunction. He said only older people with comorbid diseases like Sjorens or others were the only cause for POTS. Dr. Ijem either needs to do a bit more research or not base diagnosis simply off physical appearance. I’ve lost 120 lbs. I pass out frequently. I have a paralyzed stomach. I told him all of this and he told me to cut out my caffeine, which I have done and tried multiple times. I waited months to get into this appointment just to be told he didn’t believe what two other doctors have tested and diagnosed me with. If you are knocking on death’s door in illness or age, he won’t take you seriously.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
  • Long wait times
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Jamee H – Apr 09, 2024
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great heart ? dr saved my life thank you Mr dr Ijem
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Richard Bost – Aug 05, 2020
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Three visits thus far getting established with a new practice. All staff and the doctor were very friendly, attentive and helpful. I would highly recommend this practice.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Jun 18, 2020
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Dr lijem possibly saved my life. I had a heart rate of 150 and with a combination of medications he brought it down to less than 100. He was very concerned about my condition and did everything medically possible to keep me safe. He will be my cardiologist for the rest of my life.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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MPG in Pawleys Island, SC – May 10, 2018
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I love Dr. Ijem!!! I stopped into the emergency room in Murrells Inlet, SC after teaching all day and told them I believed I had an upper lung infection. Dr. Ijem discovered three arteries blocked and saved my life. I will forever be grateful for this kind and caring doctor. Ruth Ann Lane former teacher at Waccamaw High and Middle Schools, Pawleys Island, SC.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Ruth Ann Lane in Myrtle Beach, SC – Jan 09, 2018
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Very little follow through on things. Staff consistently making mistakes. Would NOT recommend this doctor or anyone in this practice.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • 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
5 others found this helpful
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Sherman Oaks, CA – Jun 22, 2017
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Took the time to listen, caring, thorough and communicated well - I would recommend him in a heartbeat. Highly recommend.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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MK in Murrells Inlet, SC – Sep 27, 2016
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Excellent doc
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Jack cluney, PhD in Murrells Inlet, SC – May 17, 2016
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Horrible bedside manner. No Patience!!!! And to boot made fun of Americans who are nervous patients. Arrogant and not someone I would recommend to anyone. So very full of himself!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
Helpful
Linda Day in Pawleys Island, SC – Feb 17, 2016
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  • Cardiology

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  • University Of Nebraska Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of Nebraska Medical Center

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Nebraska Medical Center

    Medical School
  • University Nebr Medical Center Affil Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1991
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
Cardiovascular Disease
Internal Medicine
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Locations

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Inlet Cardiopulmonary & Associates PA9653 Ocean Hwy Pawleys Island, SC 29585
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Practice

Office4040 Highway 17 Unit 202 Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
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