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Dr. Kandan Baban, DO

Dr. Kandan Baban, DO

Cardiology*

Dr. Kandan Baban, DO is a cardiologist in Escondido, CA. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Palomar Medical Center Poway and Palomar Medical Center Escondido. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 4 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Locations

Graybill Medical Group

Cardiology225 E 2nd Ave Ste 102 Escondido, CA 92025
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New Patient?
(858) 437-9941

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Baban is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Poway Poway, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Baban is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Baban specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Cardiovascular Disease. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Baban's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Baban

4.0
22 ratings, 21 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
5%
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1 star
23%
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ralphgraves
Could not access office to cancel a standing appointment. All related medical associates had the same non-working phone number forher which just rings and no one answers.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Ralph Graves – Feb 14, 2025
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From the staff all the way to Dr. Baban they are
Dr Baban Is a excellent doctor. She will review your condition, recommend a solution, listen toyour concerns then set up a solution to a cure. Great Doctor.
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
No results
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william Berkey – Oct 25, 2023
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Terrible Office
It takes 45-60 minutes to connect to someone on the phone. They discontinued sending email through their patient portal. I would be prescribed medicine and the staff would not submit the prescription. I would have to call multiple times about the issue. The same would happen for refills. I would have to call multiple times about refills. The last straw was when THEY scheduled a post-op appointment, and they didn't record it in their system. I showed up and waited an hour for nothing. I wrote a note to Dr. Baban explaining why I was not going to see her again. After I left, I just realized she probably would never get the note because of her office. She is a good doctor, but her care is seriously hampered by her office. If you cannot get the medication she prescribes. If you don't have HOURS to waste on the phone or going to un-documented appointments, then don't see her. Find another doctor. She is not hurting for patients.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Apr 25, 2023
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Impossible to contact
I like Dr. Baban well enough but you cannot get through to the office to ask a question, or schedule an appointment. There is apparently NO ONE handling phones there. I was "caller number 1" on hold for 20 min before I finally gave up, and this is not an isolated incident, this has been the case for several weeks now at least. They do EKGs at every appointment which seems a bit overkill. I left a message that was never communicated to her. I had an appointment rescheduled by her office. It should NOT be this difficult to communicate with your doctor. I will be looking for a new one.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Apr 13, 2023
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Inability to keep appointments
Now on my 4th cancellation, I'm convinced she's not interested in taking care of her patients. Off to look for someone else that's interested in seeing me!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
5 others found this helpful
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David G – Mar 18, 2023
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I see Dr. usually about every three months. I had a stent put in under her guidance about 3 years ago.
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
No results
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Steve Longfellow – Apr 09, 2020
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Dr. Baban saved my husband’s life and I will forever be grateful to her. She listened to his story of what he was feeling and what brought him to the ER and found a blocked artery during the angiogram. She was very compassionate and patient with me. She clearly explained the procedure and answered all of my questions. I highly recommend her!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Grateful Wife – Mar 07, 2020
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Dr. Baban has been caring for my heart for several years now, and I recommend her highly. She's a gem. She's very warm and compassionate, explains things carefully, is decisive, and, best of all, she listens.
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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TJS – Feb 07, 2020
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Really 5 stars is not enough! If I could leave 100 stars, I would! I have been a cardiac patient with annual visits to my Cardiologist for the past 30 years. When my Cardiologist retired, I was devastated. Having visited over 7 Cardiologist and sadly disappointed, I was ecstatic when I found Dr. Baban. Not only is she a wealth of updated knowledge, she heals with her compassion, grace, and humanity. That is the best medicine no health care provider can prescribe. She is a natural and truly cares for her patients. I am extremely happy with her and the entire office for their professional care and manner. Thank you Dr. Baban and entire team for your services.
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
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Moloud Mansour – Dec 14, 2019
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Dr. Baban has been a great cardiologist for both my wife and I. We’ve been under her care for two years. Dr. Baban and Humberto have been exceptional to us. We finally can say that we are under the best care possible, we highly recommend her to anyone that is looking for real answers and someone that will listen to your health concerns.
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
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Rolf & Helen – Nov 14, 2019
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I receive exceptional health care from Dr. Baban. She is very concise and straightforward. Options of treatment are always clearly described. I especially appreciate our dialogues (as opposed to monologues) regarding health treatment. My highest recommendation to anyone requiring cardiology care.
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Dan H. – Oct 28, 2019
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Extremely professional. Extremely knowledgeable. I like the fact that she does not jump to conclusions before reviewing all appropriate tests and monitoring. Her staff is also very knowledgeable and professional. I have and would recommend her to anybody needing the services of a cardiologist.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Don Brocklesby – Oct 26, 2019
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Great experience! Her decision was clear and firm, so I was no reason for hesitate and felt I am in good hand. I feel alreay good. Also her staffs, humberto, was kind and helped me for every steps. Younsik Cha
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
2 others found this helpful
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Younsik Cha – Oct 17, 2019
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I am forever in this wonderful doctor's dept...quite simply she saved my life....absolute wonderful professional cardiologist...I would recommend her to anyone...
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
2 others found this helpful
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Michael Norton – Oct 14, 2019
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Dr. Baban properly diagnosed me. She is by far the best doctor I have ever had. I would and did trust her with my life. I owe her my life and will never stop thanking her. Besides her great skill and knowledge, she really listens and cares - a rare quality for cardiologists.
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
2 others found this helpful
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V Smith – Oct 13, 2019
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The Baban has been my cardiologist for about a 18 months now. I like that she takes the time to listen to you and she explains everything to you in terms you understand and asks for your feedback on any plan on action. She has an excellent staff that is friendly and professional. I can say enough good things about Dr Baban and he staff.
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
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Janice Allen – Oct 10, 2019
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Great experience, finally someone that would listen to my health concern and gave me a chance to finally live better with my heart condition, Thank you Dr. Baban for being very professional. Great staff, assistant went out of his way to get my medication approved.
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
No results
3 others found this helpful
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J. Gonzalez – Oct 05, 2019
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I have been a patient of Dr. Baban for a bit over a year now. I was initially referred to her because my primary care doctor had noticed a strange heartbeat. My first visit and every subsequent visit to Dr. Baban has been as good as anyone could hope for. She is very professional, an exceptional listener, intuitive and very detail oriented. IfDr. Ba IDr. Baban
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Mike Concannon – Oct 04, 2019
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Compassionate, caring but firm
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
4 others found this helpful
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David in El Cajon, CA – Sep 21, 2018
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Two days ago I had a procedure performed by Dr. Baban at Palomar hospital. She is very skilled and did much to make this patient comfortable. The angiogram went smoothly and the entire team worked well together. There were no complications.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Escondido, CA – Jul 08, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Baban has a unique approach to empowering and assisting patients to better care for themselves. She emphasizes prevention and promotes cardiovascular risk reduction through healthy lifestyle changes. She treats each patient with compassion...read more

biography

Kandan Baban, DO is a board certified Osteopathic Physician specializing in Cardiology. As a Cardiologist, she specializes in cardiovascular disease prevention, valvular heart disease, and congestive heart failure management. She has a special...read more
  • Cardiology

  • Cardiovascular & Metabolic Diseases

  • Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Diseases

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  • Semmelweis University Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Scripps Clin Green Hospital|scripps Clinic/green Hospital

    Internship Hospital
  • A. T. Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School
  • Scripps Green Hospital - La Jolla

    Residency Hospital, 2010
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine
Cardiovascular Disease
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
Self designated 
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  • English

  • Arabic

  • Kurdish

Dr. Baban is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Palomar Medical Center Poway

      15615 Pomerado Rd
      Poway, CA 92064
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      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.

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      72%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Palomar Medical Center Escondido

      2185 Citracado Pkwy
      Escondido, CA 92029
      Recipient of 14
      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

      America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2023)

      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.

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

      1% higher 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
    • Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido

      555 E Valley Pkwy
      Escondido, CA 92025
      Recipient of 10
      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

      View all awards
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