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Dr. Siva Vithiananthan, MD

Dr. Siva Vithiananthan, MD

General Surgery*

Dr. Siva Vithiananthan, MD is a general surgeon in Cambridge, MA. He is affiliated with Cha Cambridge Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (21 reviews)

CHA Cambridge Hospital

1493 Cambridge St Cambridge, MA 02139
Telehealth available

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Dr. Vithiananthan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Vithiananthan

3.9
21 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 star
57%
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4 star
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3 star
14%
14%
2 star
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1 star
19%
19%

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Refused a surgery consultation saying I had mesenteric Venus thrombosis. Was never told to me and I’ve never been on blood thinners. My Doctor couldn’t find anything saying this in surgery or Doctor’s notes. Going to have my Doctor submit another referral. Hopefully it’s a better outcome.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Victoria – Jan 14, 2023
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best doctor ever great hands and very attentive. thanks doc.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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maciel – Aug 03, 2020
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I'm not going to go see this person after how the staff were extremely rude. While standing around doing nothing in the office, they made me feel as though i somehow was being demanding by merely asking what time my next appointment was. Very poor communication. The office was dingy, dirty and gross. If the Dr cant be the judge of good staff you don't get to cut me open. Good judgement is good judgement.
What went well
  • Wait times
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
2 others found this helpful
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Jan 10, 2020
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My name is Lori S and doctor V performed my surgery last Friday. He knew I was very nervous when I saw him prior to my surgery. He was calming promised to tske care of me and he did. He is an excellent surgeon. I also want noted his Secretary Danielle is outstanding. She was so helpful so friendly and very informative I highly recommend his office to anyone. Thank you Doctor V for taking good care of me and thank you Danielle for being so helpful and informative. Lori Stadelbauer
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
10 others found this helpful
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Lori stadelbauer in Cranston RI, RI – Dec 08, 2018
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Dr. V. was very kind when I went my appt with him. I felt I was in good hands. That said, I have had a terrible time receiving my referrals for tests and having his office return my calls. I would call one week, wait for a week to see if my call was returned, and then call again. When I did finally talk to someone, they sounded put off that i was trying to get info. I switched surgeons after 4 months of this. The worst service that I have ever received in any doctor/surgeon's office.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
3 others found this helpful
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Feb 17, 2018
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Dr. V himself is a very knowledgeable and friendly person. He is good at what he does and did a great job when it came to my surgery. His office staff however need to be educated on how to speak to patients. I had my surgery with Dr. V almost 6 years ago, lost weight, but gained a big portion back. I have been dieting and exercising. I called wondering if he did revisions or if there was something that could help, the lady who answered said "Diet and Exercise" and ended the call.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
4 others found this helpful
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May 18, 2017
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Very unlikely seeing as our son who had repair of an inguinal herniai in September 2015 is now in an academy in this state from Sunday evenings until Friday evenings with no access to a phone . He has been having moderate discomfort during strenuous physical activity in the general area of the surgery. We, his parents have called for past 2 weeks. Last week receptionist stated she would email the Dr. This week she unenthusiastically said she would relay the message. No call, unacceptable.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
5 others found this helpful
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Karen Clarke in Foster, RI – May 16, 2016
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care philosophy

Dr. Vithiananthan and his team are believe in a multi-disciplinary team approach to weight loss. We are committed to the lifestyle changes that will assure optimal success and well-being of our patients.

biography

Siva Vithiananthan, MD chief of minimally invasive and bariatric surgery at the Center for Bariatric Surgery, leads the surgical team.

Dr. Vithiananthan specializes in laparoscopic surgical procedures, both bariatric and non-bariatric,...
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  • General Surgery

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  • University Of Connecticut School Of Medicine/hartford Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1999
  • Baystate Medical Center W Campus Tufts University

    Residency Hospital, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
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CHA Cambridge Hospital

CHA Cambridge Hospital1493 Cambridge St Cambridge, MA 02139
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