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James Pagano
Cardiology Specialists Of Orange County - Santa Ana
(9 Reviews)
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700 North Tustin Avenue Santa Ana, CA 92705
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(9 Reviews)
Service
5 star average for Service
Environment
4.5 star average for Environment
Expertise
5 star average for Expertise
Recommended
4 star average for Recommended
Value
5 star average for Value
Staff
4.5 star average for Staff
Super caring and takes the time you need to understand your options and risks. Very friendly and has kept me in a normal rythm for many years (the only doctor who could)
by BJ xxx.xxx.229.46
October 22, 2015
He was not very compassionate and certainly not attentive to needs. Very stuck in his ways and old fashioned and not open to anything different that what he learned in medical school which was probably many many years ago.
not recommended
by lila yee xxx.xxx.211.143
May 05, 2015
I nearly died as a result of his negligence and not following through with informing me of my levels of Warfarin.(INR) I had taken a blood test on Wednesday (last Wed in April) and no one called to inform me as to my results. I was very sick with an abscess and had to have it removed. Had extreme fever and ended up in the emergency room at Mission Hospital and was in cardiac intensive care just short of a week. Went into the hospital on May 2, 2014. My levels were 14 and I am told I was suppose to be 2.5. The hospital staff attempted to recheck the test and could not get a read because my blood was too thin. Was told by more than one doctor that I would have died if I had not gone into the hospital.
I also had an issue with a medication that I believed was causing me an extreme loss in vision. I went to my Opthamologist and was told to consult my doctor and probably get off of the medication or I could suffer PERMANENT BLINDNESS. Dr. Meltzer did not listen to my concerns. He disparaged my primary care doctors as they had me on hormone therapy and on Armour thyroid, he had me get off of both. I eventually went off of the Amioderone and my vision is better and now that I have changed cardiologist, to someone open to new therapy and the latest in medical research, I am doing so much better. I am able to work, go to the gym, walk my dogs, and do things that I did previously. Not bad for someone nearly 65 years of age,

Had I stayed with Dr. Meltzer, I probably would not have been able to write this because I would have been dead. Even my neurologist said that I could have and would have bled internally and that would have also caused me to die. My surgeon said more than once that I was lucky to have come into the hospital and was very close to dying,

He is against bio identical hormone therapy, he is against alternative therapies and has not kept up with new developments in the field of medicine. He told me that my thyroid medication was bad for my heart but actually now my cholesterol is really at a good number, I have energy and I am not apparently going blind. I have hope for the future and I still have life, a good thing. One has to take responsibility for their own health and follow their intuition.

I was and am not the type of person who readily goes to the emergency room. First emergency room admission in my entire life, glad that I went. btw my heart issue was NOT due to my lifestyle such as bad eating, smoking or a lack of exercise. It was congenital and I now look and feel like a 50 year old, or younger, not 65.
by Lila Folkers xxx.xxx.168.103
August 24, 2014
I have only good things to say about Dr Meltzer. He took extra time with me when I was fearful and confused. He really put me at ease and explained things.
by BJ xxx.xxx.229.46
July 17, 2014
Does this provider maintain a professional appearance?
Absolutely! You can tell that he/she really makes an effort to look professional
Did this cardiologist use current and safe equipment?
Yes
Does this provider remember you and your circumstances at every appointment?
Definitely! They always remember me and make me feel important!
Was it clear that this provider takes pride in the appearance of his/her office?
Yes, the office was well organized and taken care of
Did this provider seem irritated to be working with you?
Not at all, they were glad to help me with anything I needed
by Phil W. xxx.xxx.231.140
February 10, 2014
Is this provider's business conveniently located?
Absolutely! It is right off the freeway and close to everthing
Did you leave the office feeling satisfied with your visit?
Completely!
Did this provider use excessive foul language?
Not at all! They are always respectful and courteous!
Was this provider's staff friendly?
Yes, they went above and beyond
Did you notice a foul odor when you arrived at this provider's office?
Not at all, their office smelled fantastic!
by yomike xxx.xxx.115.82
December 16, 2013
They made sure every single question I had was answered, and are always available if I think of any more questions I want answered. Not only do my appointments never get canceled last minute, they take time out of their day to send me a reminder so I don't forget. They are extremely reliable. Not only do my appointments never get canceled last minute, they take time out of their day to send me a reminder so I don't forget. They are extremely reliable. I didn't experience any unnecessary pain during my visit, and I was amazed at how much better I felt after I left. Not only did I find a parking spot right away, but I knew my car was safe because the spots were designated and close to the entrance. It was very easy to get an appointment. They have a very flexible schedule and get me in quickly every time.
by Westy xxx.xxx.204.2
September 11, 2013
Is this business in a safe neighborhood?
Absolutely, It is the safest neighborhood around
Did this provider have reasonable prices?
Absolutely!
Did this cardiologist use current and safe equipment?
Yes; the equipment is very advanced!
Was it easy to make an appointment with this provider?
Yes! It was effortless!
Did this provider ever take personal phone calls while in the appointment room with you?
He/she would never do that! Their full attention is always on me.
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.229.214
April 20, 2013
Is this provider willing to pursue advice from other providers when necessary?
Absolutely! They aren't arrogant at all and are more than willing to pursue advice when necessary
Was this provider's office too loud?
Not at all, it was very peaceful and quiet
Do you feel that you could have received better service somewhere else?
No, I don't think so
Did you leave the office feeling satisfied with your visit?
Completely!
by Anonymous
March 05, 2012
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700 North Tustin Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92705