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Dr. Nishant Poddar, MD

Dr. Nishant Poddar, MD

Medical Oncology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Nishant Poddar, MD is a medical oncologist in Springfield, MO and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from SAMBALPUR UNIVERSITY / V.S.S. MEDICAL COLLEGE in 2000. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Memorial Hospital Belleville and Good Samaritan Regional Health Center. He is accepting new patients.

2.1 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 2.1 Star Rating (10 reviews)

CoxHealth Medical Oncology

3850 S National Ave Springfield, MO 65807

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(417) 875-2607

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Poddar is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Belleville Belleville, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Poddar specializes in the areas of Hematology & Medical Oncology. • See board certifications
  • 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. Poddar's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Poddar

2.1

10 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
20%
20%
4 Star
10%
10%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
70%
70%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 21, 2019
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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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 14, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 01, 2018
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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
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
MO – Apr 26, 2018
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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
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
St Louis, MO – May 12, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Nishant Poddar, MD is a medical oncologist in Springfield, MO and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from SAMBALPUR UNIVERSITY / V.S.S. MEDICAL COLLEGE in 2000. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as...read more

  • Medical Oncology

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  • Sambalpur University / V.s.s. Medical College

    Medical School, 2000
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Hematology
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Medical Oncology
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Locations

CoxHealth Medical Oncology

CoxHealth Medical Oncology3850 S National Ave Springfield, MO 65807
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Memorial Hospital Belleville

    4500 Memorial Dr
    Belleville, IL 62226
    Recipient of 3
    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

    Outstanding Patient Experience 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.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Mercy Hospital St. Louis

    615 S New Ballas Rd
    Saint Louis, MO 63141
    Recipient of 21
    hospital 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 nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Good Samaritan Regional Health Center

    1 Good Samaritan Way
    Mount Vernon, IL 62864

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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