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Dr. Venkatesh Janakiraman, MD

Dr. Venkatesh Janakiraman, MD

Neurology*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Venkatesh Janakiraman, MD is a neurologist in Bakersfield, CA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Janakiraman has extensive experience in Headache. He graduated from Netaji Subash Chandra Bose Medical college in 2009. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley and Bakersfield Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 2 Star Rating (4 reviews)

Practice

3400 Calloway Dr Ste 100 Bakersfield, CA 93312
Telehealth available

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Janakiraman is affiliated with Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley Tehachapi, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Janakiraman specializes in the area of Neurology. See board certifications
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Janakiraman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Janakiraman

2.0
4 ratings, 4 with a written review
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Office Staff are hostile and arrogant
I Have never had an appointment where I did not have to wait an hour. When I asked about this they said this is the way the doctor wants it done. I walked in for my appointment and for once the waiting room was not full of people. Office staff no where to be seen. I waited for over an hour. Then I finally asked if I was on the schedule. They tried to gaslight me and say I did not check in. They do not care about the patients !!!!!! No apology either. I was literally the only one in the waiting room at times and they did not bother to ask or check their schedule, yet they bombarded me with texts about my appointment. The office is so small you can hear everyone elses appointment. So much for HIPPA rights. I just walked out before I really got angry with their incompetance. I am still livid and do not need the aggravation of dealing with the incompetance from so-called professionals. The staff are hostile, arrogant, and very mean.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Lisa Skura – Mar 23, 2025
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worst doctor ever
Telehealth
Dr. Venkatesh Janakiraman aka VJ is the absolute worst my cousin has ever encountered; he's unbelievably rude and obnoxious to the core!!!!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
Helpful
May 12, 2024
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Terrible Dr
Worst Dr ever. He was rude to the point of being cruel. I couldn't wait to find a new one. Minimizes concerns and told me just to live with it. Inefficient staff. Tried to get them to apply for a program an when it was finally approved and reimbursement sent they just kept it. Too bad if you are in Medicare - he is pretty much all you get.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
Helpful
Violet – Jul 16, 2022
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My wife had a stroke and our visit was very informative and reassuring. Dr. VJ gave us much hope for a very good, but realistic recovery.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Jul 24, 2021
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About Me

care philosophy

Excellent Neurological care to the people, without any exceptions. 

Extending Neurology/ Epilepsy care to Valley Region. 

Improving Health care at Valley Neurology. 

biography

Dr. Venkatesh Janakiraman is a neurologist in Bakersfield, CA, and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, Medical Center and Adventist Health Bakersfield. He received his medical degree (MD) from Boston University School of Medicine...read more
  • Neurology

  • Clinical Neurophysiology

  • Electroencephalography (EEG)

  • Headache 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.

  • University Of California Davis Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2017
  • Boston Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2016
  • Boston Va Healthcare System

    Residency Hospital, 2016
  • Metrowest Medical Center Framingham Union Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 2013
  • Tufts University School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 2012
  • Netaji Subash Chandra Bose Medical College

    Medical School, 2009
  • Dr. Mgr Medical University

    Undergraduate School, 2008
  • P.s.g. Institute Of Medical Sciences & Research

    Undergraduate School, 2007
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
Neurology
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  • English

  • Hindi

  • Spanish

  • Tamil

Locations

Practice

Office3400 Calloway Dr Ste 100 Bakersfield, CA 93312
1
  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley

    1100 Magellan Dr
    Tehachapi, CA 93561
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    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.

    92%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    86%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% 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

    View all patient feedback
  • Adventist Health Bakersfield

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

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    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

    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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