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Dr. Pankaj Lal, MD

Dr. Pankaj Lal, MD

Cardiology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Pankaj Lal, MD is a cardiologist in Gaithersburg, MD and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Maulana Azad Medical College, Delhi University in 1980. He is affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 42 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (42 reviews)

Practice

818 W Diamond Ave Ste 240 Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Telehealth available

Dr. Lal 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 Expertise
    Dr. Lal specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Lal's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lal

4.5
42 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 star
86%
86%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
2%
2%
2 star
2%
2%
1 star
10%
10%

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Very Caring Dr. LAL
Dr. Lal has been my doctor for 24 years and has always gone the extra step to assure the best of care for me. His positive attitude and approach is the standard for all of his staff in the office. I have recommended Dr. Lal to family and friends.
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
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Jim R – Mar 19, 2025
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Dr said that he had seen mass around my heart and had me run test. The results came back fine and when I asked about the mass he said it was nothing and then proceeded to tell me to find a new primary. I was also charged for all the testing (almost $400 out of pocket). All said and done felt like it was just to get some money and then send me to someone else.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Apr 06, 2021
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Visit has taken longer time than expected , some scheduled test were not done on time. making multiple visit. Not providing enough report and assessment details, not worth of money they are charging for. I won't recommend this place for others.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Jan 28, 2021
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Excellent visit. After seeing 2 other cardiologists, I decise to try the one my husband uses. As with my husbands visit, the Sr and his staff were very caring and thorough. He even told me that he likes the new pcp I booked for my husband and that I made a good choice. I feel that I am in competant caring hands now.
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
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Feb 28, 2020
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Felt completely ripped off with this doctor. Two tests that were overly expensive, then told by another cardiologist that they were useless and didn't give the answers needed.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
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
2 others found this helpful
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Lloyd – Jan 13, 2020
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INAPPROPRIATE
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Aug 05, 2017
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Extremely cordial and efficient service. Scheduling is a breeze and it is very easy to communicate with Dr. Lal. He is very thorough and very informative. The staff are also top notch and are great at what they do.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Washington, DC – Mar 24, 2017
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Took my stress, treadmill and echo test on a perfectly healthy heart based on nothing. Nothing came out and the tests done were totally unnecessary. I ended up paying a hefty bill. The one star is for ripping you off even if you are perfectly healthy and paying for expensive tests. Please beware and i hope this review make you think twice before going to him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
7 others found this helpful
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NoIwillnot in Washington, DC – Oct 25, 2016
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Dr. Lal was a pleasant surprise in this day and age of impersonal medicine. He was very proactive, and very encouraging. I would go to him anyday without a moment's doubt.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Bethesda, MD – Aug 13, 2016
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Dr. Lal serves with the heart of Heavenly substance. He is kind, humble and a great listener. He has a most impeccable bedside manner and is always willing to comfort those who are not in the best of health. He thinks of the whole person and puts himself in their place. He and his staff are so welcoming and Dr. Lal makes you feel as though his practice is his home. He never overwhelms an already challenging situation with medical promises or unethical behavior. He is just THE BEST...and MY HERO!
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
3 others found this helpful
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Mrs. Valentine in Germantown, MD – Apr 13, 2016
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honest, professional and truly friendly make me feel like a family
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
Helpful
oscar sanchez in Germantown, MD – Feb 04, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Caring for your heart from our heart
  • Cardiology

  • Internal Medicine

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

  • Mt Sinai Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1990
  • Laguardia Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1988
  • Englewood Hospital And Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1987
  • Maulana Azad Medical College, Delhi University

    Medical School, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
Internal Medicine
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Dr. Lal is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office818 W Diamond Ave Ste 240 Gaithersburg, MD 20878
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Sibley Memorial Hospital

      5255 Loughboro Rd NW
      Washington, DC 20016
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      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

      77%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      12% higher than the national average

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