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Dr. Roja Pondicherry-Harish, MD

Dr. Roja Pondicherry-Harish, MD

Cardiology*
10+ years of experience

Dr. Roja Pondicherry-Harish, MD is a cardiologist in Gainesville, FL and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Pondicherry-Harish has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions, Interventional Cardiac Procedures, and Heart Conditions. He graduated from Georgia Health Sciences University in 2011. He is affiliated with medical facilities HCA Florida North Florida Hospital and HCA Florida Lake City Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Office Hours

Monday

8 am
to
5 pm

Tuesday

8 am
to
5 pm

Wednesday

8 am
to
5 pm

Thursday

8 am
to
5 pm

Friday

8 am
to
5 pm
4645 NW 8th Ave
Gainesville, FL 32605

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Pondicherry-Harish is affiliated with HCA Florida Lake City Hospital Lake City, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Pondicherry-Harish is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Pondicherry-Harish specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease, Internal Medicine & Interventional Cardiology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Pondicherry-Harish's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Pondicherry-Harish

4.6

12 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 Star
75%
75%
4 Star
17%
17%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
8%
8%
1 Star
0%
0%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
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
Apr 04, 2025
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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
Highly recommend – Apr 03, 2025
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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
Mar 29, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
Helpful
Feb 06, 2025
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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
Nov 23, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 21, 2022
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 07, 2021
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What went well
  • Wait times
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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 30, 2019
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About Me

biography

Roja Pondicherry-Harish, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist at The Cardiac & Vascular Institute. Dr. Pondicherry graduated Summa Cum Laude with his Bachelor of Science in Biology from Oglethorpe University in Atlanta, Georgia going on to receive...read more
  • Cardiology

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  • Indiana University

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Indiana University School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of Florida College Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital
  • Georgia Health Sciences University

    Medical School, 2011
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
Internal Medicine
Interventional Cardiology
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Dr. Pondicherry-Harish is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • HCA Florida North Florida Hospital

      6500 W Newberry Rd
      Gainesville, FL 32605
      Recipient of 80
      hospital awards

      America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery, coronary interventional procedures, heart attack treatment, heart failure treatment, and heart valve surgery

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery, coronary interventional procedures, heart attack treatment, heart failure treatment, and heart valve surgery

      View all awards

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

      80%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% lower than the national average

      71%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      5% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • HCA Florida Lake City Hospital

      340 NW Commerce Dr
      Lake City, FL 32055
      Recipient of 7
      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

      View all awards

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

      82%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% lower than the national average

      73%
      Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality