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Dr. Thankarajam Jothikumar, MD

Dr. Thankarajam Jothikumar, MD

Family Medicine*
55+ years of experience

Dr. Thankarajam Jothikumar, MD is a family medicine physician in Lancaster, CA and has over 55 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA / ANCHORAGE CAMPUS in 1968. He is affiliated with Ridgecrest Regional Hospital.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Practice

42357 50th St W Ste 107 Lancaster, CA 93536

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Dr. Jothikumar's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Jothikumar

3.5
18 ratings, 6 with a written review
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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Adding to pervious review, I left the office in tears, absolutely disgusted and angry.He is a complete quack who focuses more on spiritual ideas rather than actual medical practices.He WONT let you speak, he cuts you off as you are trying to explain symptoms to him and stats pushing self help or medications. He’s an extreme pill pusher,I feel terrible for the elderly who go in there, he tells them everything is fine and they are 100% healthy and gives them a bunch of meds, which probably make them feel that they are “healthy”.Trust me he will tell you you are prefectly healthy “nothing to worry about” a month later you’ll dying of cancer. He’s not thorough AT ALL, he wants you in, out and on your way with a med that will “fix” everything. Don’t be fooled by his jolly personality. He does not care about confidentiality, he does not care your mental or physical health( he thinks god is the answer to all issues). You’ll leave with a bottle of pills and tons of unanswered questions.
What went well
  • 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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Sep 07, 2020
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Adding to pervious review, I left the office in tears, absolutely disgusted and angry.He is a complete quack who focuses more on spiritual ideas rather than actual medical practices.He WONT let you speak, he cuts you off as you are trying to explain symptoms to him and stats pushing self help or medications. He’s an extreme pill pusher,I feel terrible for the elderly who go in there, he tells them everything is fine and they are 100% healthy and gives them a bunch of meds, which probably make them feel that they are “healthy”.Trust me he will tell you you are prefectly healthy “nothing to worry about” a month later you’ll dying of cancer. He’s not thorough AT ALL, he wants you in, out and on your way with a med that will “fix” everything. Don’t be fooled by his jolly personality. He does not care about confidentiality, he does not care your mental or physical health( he thinks god is the answer to all issues). You’ll leave with a bottle of pills and tons of unanswered questions.
What went well
  • 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
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Sep 07, 2020
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He's been excellent in seeing to my father's needs. He's provided excellent medical care while keeping my Dad happy. My Dad refers to Dr. Jo as his favorite doctor.
What went well
  • 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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Harold G – Aug 10, 2020
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Dear Dr. Jo, We Miss Ann's girls (Amy and Mari) would love to Thank YOU, your wonderful staff and your wife- family for all the love & care that all of you have given to Mrs Ann. Thank you all, Amy and Mari 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
  • Long wait times
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Mari- Duann Ackerman in Ridgecrest , CA – Nov 09, 2018
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I suffer from extreme anxiety and am currently on anti-depressants. As a new patient coming to Dr Jothikumar to be my primary doctor for anything as well as my current prescription refills I was shocked when he told me I "didn't need" my anti-depressants. That I "looked fine" and "my husband should make me happy enough". But here's my favorite thing he said; "If you take those you are admitting to yourself that you're crazy." 100% would NOT recommend if you suffer from any mental heath problems.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
6 others found this helpful
Helpful
bubblyduckling in Ridgecrest – Aug 17, 2018
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When other doctors had not recognized my pneumonia, Dr. Jothikumar stepped up and with great kindness and concern gave treatment and reference to a specialist. He is wonderful. I have recommended him to family and friends.
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
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
susan wilson in Ridgecrest. CA – Mar 29, 2018
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Dr. Thankarajam Jothikumar, MD is a family medicine physician in Lancaster, CA and has over 55 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA / ANCHORAGE CAMPUS in 1968. He is affiliated with Ridgecrest Regional Hospital.
  • Family Medicine

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  • University Of Alaska / Anchorage Campus

    Medical School, 1968
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Locations

Practice

Sivalingam Medical Corporation Inc.42357 50th St W Ste 107 Lancaster, CA 93536
1

Practice

Sunder Heart Institute & Vascular Medical Clinic1535 N China Lake Blvd Ste A Ridgecrest, CA 93555
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Ridgecrest Regional Hospital

    1081 N China Lake Blvd
    Ridgecrest, CA 93555
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