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Dr. Navinder Sawhney, MD

Dr. Navinder Sawhney, MD

Cardiology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Navinder Sawhney, MD is a cardiologist in Escondido, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Sawhney has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He graduated from Washington University St Louis in 2000. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Sharp Memorial Hospital and Palomar Medical Center Poway. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Locations

Escondido Outpatient Center

Escondido Outpatient Center2130 Citracado Pkwy Ste 220 Escondido, CA 92029
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(858) 437-9941

Hospital Highlight

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

Dr. Sawhney is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Sawhney specializes in the areas of Cardiology, Cardiovascular Disease & Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology. 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 HospitalOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Sawhney's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sawhney

4.6

14 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
86%
86%
4 Star
7%
7%
3 Star
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2 Star
0%
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1 Star
7%
7%

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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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Robert Schallock – Dec 14, 2024
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Mar 03, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Yolanda Campbell – Oct 22, 2023
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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
6 people found this helpful
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San Marcos, CA – Jun 09, 2017
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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
20 people found this helpful
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JeffM in Temecula, CA – Jul 07, 2016
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biography

Dr. Navinder Sawhney graduated from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, MO in 2000. After completing his residency and internship at Washington University Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Dr. Sawhney completed his fellowships at the University...read more
  • Cardiology

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

  • Barnes-jewish Hospital|washington University Barnes Jewish Hospital

    Internship Hospital
  • University Of California San Diego Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2008
  • Barnes Jewish Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2003
  • Washington University St Louis

    Medical School, 2000
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Medical Specialties
Cardiology
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
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Dr. Sawhney 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

      View all awards

      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
    • Sharp Memorial Hospital

      7901 Frost St
      San Diego, CA 92123
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

      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
    • 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
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