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Dr. Sivasanker Bakthavachalam, MD

Dr. Sivasanker Bakthavachalam, MD

Pediatric Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat)*

Dr. Sivasanker Bakthavachalam, MD is a pediatric otolaryngologist in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Bakthavachalam has extensive experience in Sleep Apnea. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Medical City Dallas and Ascension St. Vincent Hospital-Indianapolis. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

5461 Meridian Mark Rd Ste 130 Atlanta, GA 30342
Telehealth available
(404) 255-2033

Care Philosophy

"My goal as a pediatric ear, nose, and throat surgeon is to provide compassionate, patient-driven care. I believe the most important part of a patient's visit is listening. I make it a point to listen to al..."

- Dr. Sivasanker Bakthavachalam, MD

Dr. Bakthavachalam is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Bakthavachalam specializes in the area of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Bakthavachalam's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bakthavachalam

3.5
15 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 star
60%
60%
4 star
0%
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3 star
0%
0%
2 star
7%
7%
1 star
33%
33%

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Best pediatric ENT!
Dr. Baktha has great bedside manner and treated his daughter like his own! He took my daughter’s tonsils out and she felt so comfortable with him. I wouldn’t go to anyone else other than Dr. Baktha!
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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Apr 30, 2022
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Fantastic ENT
Dr. Baktha was great with our son and did a great job in having his thyroglossal duct cyst removed. You can hardly see the scar! Would recommend Dr. Baktha to everyone!
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 30, 2022
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We saw the doctor for 5 minutes and got charged $800. Why? He put a Q-tip up my son's nose and called it a "procedure" to my insurance. The guy did nothing. When I called to inquire, I found out that their office staff has the worst customer service in Atlanta. Stay way! Far way from this one!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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May 07, 2020
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Awesome!!
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Oct 30, 2019
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Great doctor, he removed a thyroglossal cyst in my daughter and scar is barely visible. Very skilled peds ENT in Atlanta and very nice! Would highly recommend for any ENT issue.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Oct 23, 2019
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Excellent surgeon! Best peds ENT in Atlanta! Very smart and informative and great bedside manner!! Would recommend for anyone with young kids and difficult ENT issues!
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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Dec 07, 2018
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PENTA Factory FAIL! My daughter was seen by this practice when she was 2 for Ear Tubes (Eric Bauer). Terrific experience. She is now 10, and 3 weeks ago we had the WORST experience I've ever had with ANY practice. Dr. Bakthavachalam spent all of 5 minutes with us. focused on me (even though my daughter understood everything he was saying), and completely avoided my ONLY ?, "What type of hearing aides are available for a 10 year old?". "We'll answer that next visit." Only interested in $$$
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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Christine Davis in Atlanta, GA – Sep 07, 2018
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Fantastic surgeon! Dr. Baktha was great with my 5 year old son!
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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Feb 07, 2018
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Dr. Baktha was very impersonal and provided no resolution to the problem. I was referred to this practice. So, my son's records along with the requested portal information was updated days prior to the appointment. However, no one had the information present. I sounded like a broken record which was frustrating and very unprofessional on their part. They might want to invest in some laptops/tablets, so that you can properly service your patients
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
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St Paul, MN – Mar 04, 2017
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Very bad experience with this doctor. not spent mush time and didn't explain the condition and didn't listen. I don't think he is servicing for free of charge... looking for new doctor.. I don't know how he got ~4 start review rating.. self review..?
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
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 other person found this helpful
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Stephen V in Alpharetta, GA – Dec 14, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

My goal as a pediatric ear, nose, and throat surgeon is to provide compassionate, patient-driven care. I believe the most important part of a patient's visit is listening. I make it a point to listen to all of my patient's concerns and...read more

  • Pediatric Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat)

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

  • Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

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

  • Northwestern University Children's Memorial Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 2009

  • University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2008

  • Parkland Memorial Hosp/u Tex Sw Medical School

    Internship Hospital, 2004

  • Boston University

    Undergraduate School, 1999
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
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Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Dr. Bakthavachalam is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office5461 Meridian Mark Rd Ste 130 Atlanta, GA 30342
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    • Call
    • Fax
    • 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
    • Directions

    Practice

    Center for Pediatric Surgery4200 W University Dr Prosper, TX 75078
    2

    Practice

    Mid America Clinical Laboratories LLC2001 W 86th St Indianapolis, IN 46260
    3

    Practice

    Frisco Ent. for Children P.L.L.C.11445 Dallas Pkwy Ste 240 Frisco, TX 75033
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Ascension St. Vincent Hospital-Indianapolis

      2001 W 86th St
      Indianapolis, IN 46260
      Recipient of 6
      hospital awards

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

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Medical City Dallas

      7777 Forest Ln
      Dallas, TX 75230
      Recipient of 23
      hospital awards

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

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

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

      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.

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% lower than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback

    • Children's Healthcare of Atlanta at Scottish Rite

      1001 Johnson Ferry Rd
      Atlanta, GA 30342
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality