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Dr. Arun Bajaj, MD

Dr. Arun Bajaj, MD

Family Medicine*
55+ years of experience

Dr. Arun Bajaj, MD is a family medicine physician in Charleston, IL and has over 55 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from NAGPUR UNIVERSITY / JAWAHARLAL NEHRU MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1969. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital and Paris Community Hospital.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

735 18th St Charleston, IL 61920
(217) 345-6582
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  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Bajaj specializes in the area of Family Practice. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. • See reviews
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Dr. Bajaj's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bajaj

4.6
17 ratings, 14 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
6%
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1 star
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Dr. Bajaj is very friendly and caring. He does a wonderful job taking care of my family and my health. He explains everything, answers all your questions, and lets you have input in your health decisions .
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
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Apr 16, 2025
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Really informative, gives me the devil if I'm not
Doc came in to the room greeted me by name and was very caring. He did his checks on me then took a few minutes to see if there was anything else he need to know. Very Professional.
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
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Mark McCollum – Oct 10, 2024
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Caring and Personable
Dr Bajaj has been our family physician for years. There’s a reason…he cares and goes beyond today’s impersonal trend of care. He’s earned our trust.
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
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May 22, 2024
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Very professional and personable
Dr Bajaj is a professional in his field and relates well to his patients. He is very personable and takes the time to make sure he has answered all your questions and concerns.
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
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Rick Watson – Apr 19, 2024
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Dr. Bajaj very thorough and great bedside manner.
Telehealth
Very professional including all staff members and make you comfortable and feel right at home. Very friendly atmosphere they all make my visits welcoming and are a very caring staff. I enjoy joking and the laughter that I make sure to follow through with every visit. I highly recommend anyone to this Gentleman along with his wonderful team and would like to thank them all for their fine service.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jeffery Hoffmann – Apr 18, 2024
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I have the utmost respect for Dr Bajaj and trust his judgment. He answers all my questions and always very professional. His staff is very accommodating, too.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Margie Schmitt – Feb 21, 2024
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New patient
Everyone(Doc and staff)was very friendly, helpful and thorough. Quite good at explaining things.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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KGreen – Jul 12, 2023
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Longtime healthcare provider
Dr Bajaj has been my doctor for many years. He has always taken excellent care of me. He is very knowledgeable and always takes time to explain the details. I will continue to go to him as long as I can.
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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CHUCK OR CONNIE HENDRY – Feb 03, 2023
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He is a very caring Dr. And smart too. He sent me to a heart Dr and probably saved my life.
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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Mar 09, 2022
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I feel very comfortable and trusting in Dr. Bajaj’s care. He truly cares about my health and well being. I would definitely recommend him to friends and family. His office staff is also very efficient and caring.
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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Patty Eadie – Nov 18, 2021
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I’ve been seeing the doc since 1980… I think he’s a a dedicated friend to his patients and would highly recommend him to anyone.. good man… good 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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Mike Brantley – Nov 12, 2021
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Dr. Bajaj is such a warm, friendly, knowledgeable Dr that truly knows his patients and does everything to give you the best healthcare possible. He is understanding and compassionate.
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
Helpful
Samantha E. – Oct 23, 2021
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Yes, we would highly recommend Dr. Bajaj!!! He personally cares about you and treats you like he would his own family members. We love him!!!
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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Nancy Eskew – Sep 11, 2021
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Dr.Bajaj is an amazing doctor!!! He is old school and knows what he is talking about and what he is doing!!! He has taken care of my grandpa and my mother and father and now me!!!
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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Lacey – Nov 25, 2020
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Dr. Arun Bajaj, MD is a family medicine physician in Charleston, IL and has over 55 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from NAGPUR UNIVERSITY / JAWAHARLAL NEHRU MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1969. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital and Paris Community Hospital.

  • Family Medicine

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  • Nagpur University / Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College

    Medical School, 1969
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Family Practice
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    Locations

    Practice

    Rankin Forensics LLC735 18th St Charleston, IL 61920
    1

    Practice

    Paris Community Hospital721 E Court St Paris, IL 61944
    2

    Practice

    Family Medical Clinic-Oakland5 S Walnut St Oakland, IL 61943
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital

      450 E Romie Ln
      Salinas, CA 93901
      Recipient of 4
      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

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

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      79%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Paris Community Hospital

      721 E Court St
      Paris, IL 61944

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

      92%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      85%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center

      1000 Health Center Dr
      Mattoon, IL 61938

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

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      6% higher than the national average

      81%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      6% higher than the national average

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