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Dr. Deepika Lekawa, MD

Dr. Deepika Lekawa, MD

Internal Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Deepika Lekawa, MD is an internist in Tustin, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine in 1992. She is affiliated with University of California Irvine Medical Center. She is accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Practice

1451 Irvine Blvd Tustin, CA 92780

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Dr. Lekawa's Reviews

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4.5
22 ratings, 15 with a written review
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misdiagnosis and poor patient care
This doctor who also goes by the name of Sajee Lekawa does not seem very knowledgeable for being an internal medicine physician. She was inattentive, rushed, and somewhat uninterested during the initial appointment. The follow ups were even worse since she did not seem to have studied the patient's chart prior to the appointment. All in all, she misdiagnosed me which was at great expense to me needless to mention it delayed me from receiving proper and timely care. I would not recommend this doctor to anyone.
What went well
No results
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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James – Nov 03, 2022
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She doesn’t listen to her patients. She has misdiagnosed patients. I’m glad she is no longer practicing as a general practitioner.
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
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Nov 03, 2021
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I should have done this a long time ago. Compassionate and took the time to listen. I didn’t feel rushed. The Dr. was cautious and ran some extra tests, that likely saved me from a major hospital emergency.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Kathleen – Dec 11, 2019
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Great! Super friendly and helpful
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 15, 2019
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She was very attentive, and addressed all of my concerns. I am very pleased with the care I received!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 28, 2019
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Wonderful caring Physician.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 19, 2019
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Dr. Lekawa obviously cares about the well-being of her patients. She is honest and forthright, listens and explains things very well. All staff are nice and the wait time is almost nonexistent.
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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Rita in Tustin, CA – Feb 27, 2019
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Excellent
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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Nisha chopra in Irvine , CA – Dec 18, 2018
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I have been seeing Dr. Lekawa as my primary care physician for several years and she is very attentive to my needs. Whenever I was sick, she was able to see me same day or next day allowing me to get treated without going to urgent care. My wait times are always very short which is important when I am busy with work. It is also a huge benefit that I can get X-rays and have my blood drawn in the same clinic. Dr. Lekawa is pretty cool all around.
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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Samantha N. in Garden Grove, CA – Dec 06, 2018
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I absolutely love Dr. Lekawa and her assistant Valerie! They are both very professional and caring......they treat me like family. That's why I drive all the way from Temecula to see them!!
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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Tracy Guerin in Temecula, CA – Nov 15, 2018
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I like Dr Lekawa’s honesty, personal care for her patients, and that she listens to patient input. My appointments are always right on time with no waiting and it’s a one stop medical shop!
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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CA – Nov 01, 2018
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She is straightforward, thorough and responsive. I highly recommend 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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M. Wiedman in N. Tustin – Oct 31, 2018
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Dr. Lekawa is straightforward and gives advice that is in her patients' best interest. She has been my doctor for many years and I'm grateful for the day she first became my doctor. She really listens to her patients and truly cares about their 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
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Lillian in Santa Ana, CA – Sep 14, 2018
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She is a very sweet and caring woman. She listens very well and I actually enjoy going to the doctor now.
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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Kristina in Anaheim – Feb 13, 2018
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Dr. Lekawa is always pleasant, professional and thorough whenever I need to see a physician. I would recommend her wholeheartedly to anyone in need if a skilled medical professional.
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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William M. Paoli in North Tustin, California – Feb 10, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

"I like putting the whole picture together and treating the whole patient. I enjoy getting to know each patient, and I treat them like members of my family. I reward them just as I do my kids and discipline them as I would my own brothers."

biography

As a medical student, I was not interested in subspecializing in a particular field of medicine. Instead I wanted to become an internal medicine physician because I enjoy getting to know and treat all aspects of my patients,...read more
  • Internal Medicine

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  • Cedars Sinai Medical Center

    Residency Hospital
  • Cedar-sinai Medical Center

    Internship Hospital
  • University Of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1992
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Locations

Practice

Uc Irvine Health Medical Group-Tustin Fam Med1451 Irvine Blvd Tustin, CA 92780
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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

Office17360 Brookhurst St Fountain Valley, CA 92708
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