Dr. Kanchana Viswanathan, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*FemaleAge 65

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*

Dr. Kanchana Viswanathan, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Lakewood, CA. Dr. Viswanathan has extensive experience in Diabetes & Glucose Monitoring, Osteoporosis & Screening, and Thyroid Disorders. She is affiliated with medical facilities MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center and MemorialCare Miller Children's & Women's Hospital Long Beach. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Kanchana Viswanathan, MD

Lakewood Primary Care Med GRP

5750 Downey Ave Ste 100 Lakewood, CA 90712
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Accepting new patients

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Viswanathan specializes in the area of Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology. See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Viswanathan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Viswanathan

2.9
18 ratings, 10 with a written review
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Dr. Viswanathan is truly the best. She is very quick and brief when you go for an appt, however, she is very thorough. She doesn’t say much, that is normally done by her Assistant. Dr ‘V’ helped me get on the insulin pump and sensors. I just love her!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Uvalle, R – Feb 02, 2024
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Dr. Viswanathan is an excellent physician. Dr. V has been my doctor since Dr. Mack left the practice. I am very pleased with the medical care that I received under her care!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Sondra – Sep 11, 2023
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rude
she does not listen and goes on an off-base rant. she rushes through appointments and is incredibly rude.
What went well
No results
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
4 others found this helpful
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grace – May 06, 2022
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This doctor went on a psychotic tyrade about my last doctor because she "thought" I said something I never said. She spent my entire visit arguing with her self as she continued to put words in my mouth. It's hard to work with someone who is disconnected from reality. Don't waste your time or money. This was a very negative, berating, dehumanizing experience.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
5 others found this helpful
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Aug 12, 2021
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Dr. Viswanathan, is a skilled endocrinologist who can manage the most complicated endocrine issues. She was a wonderful bedside manner and overall A+ doctor who listens to your needs.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Sep 03, 2020
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Dr Viswanathan took time to answer all questions and concerns. She is direct and to the point. She picked a medication for my Diabetes that brought my A1c from11.3 to 6.8 in Record breaking time. I feel so blessed to have her as my doctor. All the staff are polite and kind. I was sent to a Gastroenterologist Which I was not confident with and asked for a second opinion she did not hesitate to get me another Doctor, which I’m very happy with. I would highly recommend Dr. Kanchana Viswanathan!
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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CARMELA ACCETTA – Aug 10, 2020
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Nothing went well. Office, staff and the building needs to be replaced.
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
6 others found this helpful
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John P – Aug 09, 2020
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I went in for suspected Hyperparathyroidism. When I brought in my test results, she barely read them. As my boyfriend and I were in the office, he started jerking around. I was alarmed when, twice, he had a trail of ants crawling on his arm. We mentioned it to her and she didn't even react or acknowledge it. This is something that I would apologize for and immediately look around for the problem, offer to move him as they looked, etc. Overall, this was a terrible experience.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
8 others found this helpful
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Melissa in Los Angeles, CA – Oct 16, 2018
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Lacks time management so appointments are rushed. She appears to be arrogant and her opinion is the only one that matters, regardless of what your health history indicates from other well respected physicians. Doesn’t listen well enough and makes snap assessments and judgements.
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
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
13 others found this helpful
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Long Beach, CA – Apr 05, 2017
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Horrible. Staff chats with each other not regarding medical - gossiping. Stood at window for 3 minutes before staff decided to stop talking and acknowledge patient was waiting for assistance. Inferior communication. Had blood work done, received results from lab which were abnormal - never received communication from doctor to let me know why, and what needs to be done. Called 8 times - no return call. Complete waste of time. I am requesting change of doctor completely
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
14 others found this helpful
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srwlsn in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA – Nov 15, 2016
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biography

Dr. Kanchana Viswanathan, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Lakewood, CA. Dr. Viswanathan has extensive experience in Diabetes & Glucose Monitoring, Osteoporosis & Screening, and Thyroid Disorders. She is affiliated with medical...read more
  • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

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

  • Madras University

    Medical School
  • Stanley Medical College

    Medical School
  • University Illinois Humana Michael Reese

    Fellowship Hospital, 1993
  • Chicago Medical School-mt Sinai Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
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Locations

Lakewood Primary Care Med GRP

Lakewood Primary Care Medical5750 Downey Ave Ste 100 Lakewood, CA 90712
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center

    2801 Atlantic Ave
    Long Beach, CA 90806
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • MemorialCare Miller Children's & Women's Hospital Long Beach

    2801 Atlantic Ave
    Long Beach, CA 90806
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