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Dr. Francisco Cardenas, MD

Dr. Francisco Cardenas, MD

Gastroenterology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Francisco Cardenas, MD is a gastroenterologist in Smyrna, GA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Cardenas has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease and Esophageal Disorders. He graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma De Mexico,Ciudad Universitaria, Facultad De Medicina in 1976. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Wellstar Douglas Hospital and Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

2.4 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 2.4 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Practice

4441 Atlanta Rd SE Ste 204 Smyrna, GA 30080

Make an Appointment

(678) 741-5000

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Cardenas is affiliated with Wellstar Paulding Medical Center Hiram, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Cardenas specializes in the areas of Gastroenterology & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Cardenas' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cardenas

2.4

11 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 Star
27%
27%
4 Star
9%
9%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
64%
64%

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What went well
  • 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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Anand D. – Dec 04, 2022
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What went well
  • 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
Petya Stoeva – Nov 25, 2022
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Mary s in Kennesaw, GA – Oct 15, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
New York, NY – Aug 29, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Tiffany Cook in Dallas, Ga – Jun 15, 2016
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
northside hospital in Atlanta, Ga – Jan 14, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr Francisco Cardenas is Board Certified in Gastroenterology in both the United States and Mexico. He has been in practice since 1981. He has a special interest in IBD, IBS, and Esophageal Disorders. Dr Cardenas received his Medical Degree with...read more

biography

Dr. Francisco Cardenas is Board Certified in Gastroenterology in both the United States and Mexico. He has been in practice since 1981. He has a special interest in IBD, IBS, and Esophageal Disorders. Dr. Cardenas received his Medical Degree with...read more

  • Gastroenterology

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  • Sinai Hospital Of Baltimore Program

    Residency Hospital

  • University Ill Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1981

  • Sinai Hospital Of Baltimore

    Internship Hospital, 1977

  • Universidad Nacional Autonoma De Mexico,ciudad Universitaria, Facultad De Medicina

    Medical School, 1976
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Wellstar Gastroenterology4441 Atlanta Rd SE Ste 204 Smyrna, GA 30080
1
Gastrointestinal Specialist of Georgia711 Canton Rd NE Ste 300 Marietta, GA 30060
2

Practice

Office5604 Wendy Bagwell Pkwy Ste 721 Hiram, GA 30141
3
Georgia Cancer Specialists I PC6002 Professional Pkwy Ste 200 Douglasville, GA 30134
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Wellstar Paulding Medical Center

    2518 Jimmy Lee Smith Pkwy
    Hiram, GA 30141
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    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.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

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

  • Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center

    677 Church St NE
    Marietta, GA 30060
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Wellstar Douglas Hospital

    8954 Hospital Dr
    Douglasville, GA 30134
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (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.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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