Dr. Pinky Vaidya, MD

Rheumatology*FemaleAge 41

Rheumatology*

Dr. Pinky Vaidya, MD is a rheumatologist in North Myrtle Beach, SC. Dr. Vaidya has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. She is affiliated with medical facilities McLeod Loris Hospital and McLeod Regional Medical Center.

Dr. Pinky Vaidya, MD

Practice

2021 N Myrtle Point Blvd Ste 102 North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Vaidya specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Rheumatology. See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Vaidya's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Vaidya

2.7
6 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
33%
33%
4 star
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3 star
17%
17%
2 star
0%
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1 star
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poor, unprofessional staff.
The staff who answers the phone, Mo, is very rude and unprofessional. I needed help and I was in so much pain and had seen Dr Vaidya several years ago and she was a lifesaver. I wanted to see the Dr as soon as possible. Mo told me to go to the ER and get a referral and then call back for an appointment. Really??? Is this how a staffer talks to patients? Dr Vaidya needs to know this. Other patients have made similar comments. Been here for 20 years and won't be calling that office again. I just wish I could talk with Dr Vaidya personally. I'm sure she doesn't realize how rude her staff is.
What went well
  • I felt respected
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Tim Gilmond – Mar 19, 2024
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Does not work well with VA
This office, even though they Signed a contract saying they would work with veterans, do not do a very good job at doing so. fibromyalgia is a condition under the PACT ACT which I was DENIED because my records were never released to the VA despite MULTIPLE attempts to request them. I have asked and asked. If you aren’t going to work with vets, please don’t sign contracts. We get screwed over enough. I want my records ASAP and I want to speak to the Doctor or Offoce manager. Not a reception who sounds like she doesn’t want to be there, especially on Fridays!!! What is the physicians contact numbers?
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Jan 09, 2024
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Poor staff
Never made it as far as seeing the doctor. Her staff is rude and unhelpful. She was totally too comfortable speaking this way and I'm sure does it frequently. For this reason we've decided to look elsewhere for treatment. Many times a bad staffing truly hurts a good doctors business. No one wants to be treated poorly when seeking help.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Staff wasn't friendly
2 others found this helpful
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Dec 11, 2023
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The injections in my hands provide me months of relief
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
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Steve G – Jun 21, 2023
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Kind , great bedside manner, took her time with me answering all my questions. Couldn’t have been happier
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
Helpful
Michael Gagstetter – May 15, 2023
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She is a good doctor. Im being heard but not listened to when trying to get treatment.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Ashley Thomas – Oct 07, 2020
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About Me

biography

Dr. Pinky Vaidya, MD is a rheumatologist in North Myrtle Beach, SC. Dr. Vaidya has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. She is affiliated with medical facilities McLeod Loris Hospital and McLeod Regional Medical Center.
  • Rheumatology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Ross University School Of Medicine

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

Practice

McLeod Bariatric Surgery-Seacoast2021 N Myrtle Point Blvd Ste 102 North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
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Office3980 Highway 9 E Ste 120 Little River, SC 29566
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Elmhurst Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center50 Maude St Providence, RI 02908
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Office115 McLeod Health Blvd Bldg 3 Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • McLeod Loris Hospital

    3655 Mitchell St
    Loris, SC 29569
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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.

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

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • McLeod Regional Medical Center

    555 E Cheves St
    Florence, SC 29506
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    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

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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