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Dr. Arun Softa, MD

Dr. Arun Softa, MD

Internal Medicine*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Arun Softa, MD is an internist in Bakersfield, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Govt Medical College in 1980. He is affiliated with Adventist Health Bakersfield. He is accepting new patients.

2.5 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 2.5 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Practice

9900 Stockdale Hwy Ste 200 Bakersfield, CA 93311

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Dr. Softa's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Softa

2.5
19 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
26%
26%
4 star
11%
11%
3 star
5%
5%
2 star
5%
5%
1 star
53%
53%

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Professional and Caring
I had left Dr. Softa a few years ago for a physician that offered weekend treatment. I could book Saturday and Sunday appointments. It was at a great cost and I lost great care . I returned to Dr. Softa and the comparison has floored me. I know I am receiving the best medical care possible He is very thorough and every visit he uses my medical history via an advanced lap top system in every room where patients have access to all notes and care via a patient portal. I can also see him virtually. The staff is friendly and kind. My visit was smooth a time. I left with a medical plan and feel safe in his care.
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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Best Medical Experience – Mar 25, 2024
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Fantastic Doctor
I've been very pleased with Dr Softa and his ability to communicate in detail what is wrong with whatever my ailment is or what to expect as far as the pain level. He is a very competent doctor that spends time listening to me. I'm very impressed with him and the ladies who greet you or check me out. Everyone is very professional. Thank You!
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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Sheri Powell – Dec 04, 2023
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They are Neither ones are Trained Dr. his wife nor him. This office is a sad complete joke. Please find a good Doctor. Please! Good God this is so dangerous to all.
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
11 others found this helpful
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Whisper in Bakersfield, CA – Aug 09, 2017
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Arun Softa and his NP (nurse practitioner) Heather are too busy to provide proper care for their patients. This office would rather divert you to expensive specialists (GI doctor) and order unnecessary diagnostic procedures (spine x-rays) than listen intently to your problems in order to develop a knowledgeable medical diagnosis (bladder infection). NOTHING motivates them to TIMELY address mistakes - not even a formal complaint to the California Medical Board and/or your insurance company.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
19 others found this helpful
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Ms. Howard in Bakersfield, CA – Mar 05, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Specializing in internal medicine, Dr. Arun Softa has been a doctor for 25 years.   He has a passion for helping his patients live a healthier lifestyle, particularly when it comes to diabetes and heart disease.

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  • Internal Medicine

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

  • American College Of Physicians

    Fellowship Hospital
  • New York Methodist Hospital

    Internship Hospital
  • Facp

    Fellowship Hospital, 2015
  • Govt Medical College

    Medical School, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. Information last updated March 29, 2025. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Board actions foundState licensing board
More than three years ago
  • English

  • Hindi

  • Panjabi

  • Spanish

  • Tagalog

  • Urdu

Locations

Practice

Adventist Health Physicians Network9900 Stockdale Hwy Ste 200 Bakersfield, CA 93311
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Adventist Health Bakersfield

    2615 Chester Ave
    Bakersfield, CA 93301
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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