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Dr. Sheela Bhat, MD

Dr. Sheela Bhat, MD

Internal Medicine*

Dr. Sheela Bhat, MD is an internist in Tucson, AZ. She is affiliated with Tucson Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.9 Star Rating
Based on 27 reviews 2.9 Star Rating (27 reviews)

Practice

1619 N Swan Rd Tucson, AZ 85712
Telehealth available

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Dr. Bhat's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bhat

2.9
27 ratings, 18 with a written review
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Our MD retired and recommended both Dr's. Bhat. Dr. Sheela and Muralkrishna Bhat are the best two MD's we have had in years. Been going to them for over two years. Office staff is very accommodating and polite. We can always get a last minute appt if necessary. Both doctors are caring and compassionate and have been spot on diagnosing illnesses. I have Asthma and Dr. Bhat did not charge for FMLA paperwork for my job. Included in my visit. If you need new doctors, disregard the negative reviews. These doctors and the office staff are outstanding. We are blessed by having them as our new doctors. Have referred numerous friends to them and they are very pleased, as well
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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Steve K – Jul 21, 2024
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Sheila Bhat- terrific professional caring MD
Carlo, MA is a great asset to the Bhat team: professional. very gentle and precise when inserting needle foe a blood draw, respectful and caring. This young health professional will have a great career. Thank you, Carlo
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
2 others found this helpful
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Linda Anderson – Oct 25, 2023
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Hands down worst doc I’ve ever seen
I’m disabled and have complex medical issues. I’ve been to her three times and she barely looked at me. She was more interested in the mediations I was on prescribed by doctors that have know me 5 years or better. I wouldn’t have gone but I was desperate. My PCP of more than 10 years retired. I’m already looking for a new one. I’ve been very sick and she sent me home with a cough medicine that didn’t even work. Even the reputable medical sites said it doesn’t work. I haven’t slept in weeks and she really doesn’t care. She also doesn’t care I’m at a high risk of pneumonia due to a compromised immune system. I worked in healthcare 25 years. This isn’t healthcare.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Chexmixmom – Jul 25, 2023
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Wonderful doctors and friendly efficient staff .
Katrina was very helpful and nice . She is a pleasure to work with!
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
1 other person found this helpful
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May 25, 2023
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Great friendly doctors and friendly staff!
The staff and doctors are so caring and friendly, I wouldn’t want to change a thing! The nurses and front desk are very nice too! By the way! I’m so happy that “Catrina” is back in the clinic! I love her! She’s great caring person. Me and my wife love her! We’re are glad that we have Dr. Best as our primary doctor!
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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Anibal Babilonia – Oct 22, 2022
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She’s rude, doesn’t listen. Prefers to yell and lecture without letting you give your input, she calls you a liar. Horrid “bedside manner” I just started seeing a new PCP who is awesome, the difference is like night and day!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
9 others found this helpful
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Aug 23, 2021
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Dr. Sheela Bhat is a wonderful practitioner. She is so caring and kind, but what I really like is that she LISTENS. Her staff is professional, but also super nice. I am so glad I found her.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Kathy – Jun 07, 2019
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Dr. Bhat is so patient and kind and very thorough. She takes her time, yet does not waste time. I really apprciate her kind, caring bedside manner. I'm so happy I found her.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 04, 2019
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Leak in patient privacy via large gap under exam room doors. Conversation can be heard from waiting room. Seems to be using students as office personnel on a regular basis, keeping the patient confidence at a low level. Too frequent of patient visits per year, based on medical conditions. Failure to follow up with patient regarding test results. Verbally giving patient false test results. Dismissing patient pain complaint without investigating. Look at the patient more than the computer, ok?
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
15 others found this helpful
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Tucson, AZ – Aug 10, 2017
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Dr. Bhat was amazing. I have allot of health issues and she went through everything with me. She was kind and understanding. Her staff was helpful and informative. I would have already recommended her to my friends and family.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Tucson, AZ – Jul 11, 2017
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Friendly staff, personal care from Dr. Sheela Bhat
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
2 others found this helpful
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Tucson, AZ – Jul 10, 2017
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Great physician, amazing service. Would highly recommend her. They have really cleaned house!
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
2 others found this helpful
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Christina Hernandez in Tucson, AZ – Jul 10, 2017
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She listens. Since I've been in my body all my life and know it best, I find it refreshing that she was willing to hear me and not just dictate a course of action. That said, she doesn't ask a lot of questions. The patient should be prepared to be an active participant in their own well-being.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Karen A Falkenstrom in Tucson, VA – Jun 07, 2017
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I would not recommend going the Dr. S. Bhat unless it was an emergency and have at least an hour or two to be seen. "A business (new office) counts of the income". Reprehensible.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Disgusted in Tucson, AZ – Jan 10, 2017
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I normally see the other doctor. But he wasn't available and I needed to see someone quickly. The office accommodated me so I could get in the next day. I saw Dr Bhat and she was excellent. She was able to review and recommend an appropriate treatment for my bronchitis. It helped tremendously that I was able to get in so quickly and get seen by another professional in the office.
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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Wayne Bernknopf in Tucson AZ – Dec 06, 2016
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The worst doctor I've had in my life, and I've had many. She will spend no time asking probing questions. All standard stuff, no life force in her. No person to try and understand you. Just terrible. I mean it.
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
8 others found this helpful
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Thomas Ashley in Tucson, AZ – Aug 02, 2016
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I've gone in twice. The 1st time I saw Dr. Bhat and was made to feel like an inconvenience and did not feel I received the full checkup I was looking for. The second time I had difficulty finding the new location, attempted calling for 15 minutes and kept being hung up on. The receptionist was rudely taking her frustrations out on the patients. I waited for an hour and asked to leave for another appointment. The receptionist challenged my informing her of my wait and continued to be rude.
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
10 others found this helpful
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Tina in Tucson, AZ – Jun 29, 2016
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Her staff has sent my prescription to the wrong pharmacy twice. Dr. Bhat is not patient oriented. She spends very little time with me during my visits and makes me feel like I'm a monthly payment.
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
13 others found this helpful
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Tucson, AZ – Apr 06, 2016
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Dr. Sheela Bhat, MD is an internist in Tucson, AZ. She is affiliated with Tucson Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • Internal Medicine

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  • Kasturba Medical College Of Mangalore (kmc)

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
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Practice

Office1619 N Swan Rd Tucson, AZ 85712
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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
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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Practice

Office5515 E 5th St Tucson, AZ 85711
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