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Dr. Rahul Samtani, MD

Dr. Rahul Samtani, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*

Dr. Rahul Samtani, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Bakersfield, CA. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Adventist Health Bakersfield and Bakersfield Memorial Hospital.

5 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 5 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Practice

5201 Truxtun Ave Bakersfield, CA 93309

Make an Appointment

(661) 328-5565

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Samtani is affiliated with Mercyone Dubuque Medical Center Dubuque, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Samtani specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Samtani's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Samtani

5.0
9 ratings, 9 with a written review
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Excellent care. He actually LISTENS and answers questions. In the hospital before and after my surgery, he was kind, thorough, and explained everything well.
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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Corinne – Mar 27, 2025
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Outstanding care for his patience
He knew exactly what was going on .He mad you feel comfortable that everything was gonna be fine . He is very good at what he does. I am very happy and would recommend him 100%
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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Lupe Valencia – Feb 17, 2025
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Listens and cares
Dr Santani, listens understands and answers all my questions and concerns
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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Lucy – Jan 21, 2025
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The Truth
What stands out most is the manner in which expectations were addressed. Dr Samtani made sure that I understood pain levels, time lines and identity of progress. He was most open in including my wife in discussions. His bed side manner has care in it and remains open and available when questions or help is needed. I feel I’m progressing well at this time.
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 other person found this helpful
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Vernon Gunter – Jan 04, 2025
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His team keeps you informed and checks in on you daily via text and phone call if needed
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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Oct 01, 2024
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Dr. Samtani highly recommended
Honest direct communication; pros and cons of service offered. Ability to display confidence and and create trust between Dr. and patient. Daily contact with questions and suggestions for healthy and full recovery.
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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Reginald – Aug 19, 2024
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Just What I Needed
After getting ghosted and the run-around from a NeuroSurgeon (Dr. Manpreet Dhillon) I decided to go with Someone from UCLA-SCOI. It was my luck that a friend suggested Dr. Samtani. HE was thorough, no nonsense, personable and skilled. No nonsense. After looking at Xrays and MRI Images, surgery was scheduled. It went very, very smoothly. Recover was tough for the first week, but I felt better and better, and by the end of the second week I felt great. I highly recommend Dr. Samtani if you need a Microdiscectomy, as I did in several discs. Good guy!
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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Dr. D.A. Jockinsen – Jul 15, 2024
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He is very professional and personal with a real and honest approach to the procedure I had done.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jonathan Freehling – Jul 09, 2024
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I was extremely satisfied with the surgery.
IAt 74 I was told I would spend the night because of my age. I was released later that afternoon!
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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Robert McCarrty – May 14, 2024
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About Me

biography

Dr. Rahul Samtani, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Bakersfield, CA. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Adventist Health Bakersfield and Bakersfield Memorial Hospital.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Regents of the University of California5201 Truxtun Ave Bakersfield, CA 93309
1

Practice

Mercyone Dubuque Medical Center250 Mercy Dr Dubuque, IA 52001
2
Regents of the University of California5767 W Century Blvd Ste 400 Los Angeles, CA 90045
3

Practice

Tri-State Surgery Center LLC1500 Associates Dr Dubuque, IA 52002
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mercyone Dubuque Medical Center

    250 Mercy Dr
    Dubuque, IA 52001
    Recipient of 5
    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

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Bakersfield Memorial Hospital

    420 34th St
    Bakersfield, CA 93301
    Recipient of 2
    hospital 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

    74%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

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  • Adventist Health Bakersfield

    2615 Chester Ave
    Bakersfield, CA 93301
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in back and neck surgery, spinal fusion, hip fracture treatment, hip replacement, and total knee replacement

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in back and neck surgery, spinal fusion, hip fracture treatment, hip replacement, and total knee replacement

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    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 said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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