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Vijay Chitkara, MD
Nova Pediatrics
(11 Reviews)
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218 Northparke Dr Ste B Springfield, OH 45503
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(11 Reviews)
Service
4 star average for Service
Environment
4.5 star average for Environment
Expertise
3.5 star average for Expertise
Staff
2.5 star average for Staff
Recommended
4 star average for Recommended
Value
3 star average for Value
I took my daughter to see Dr. Chitkara when she was beginning to come down with something and he told me she was fine. I took her back two days later and he acted mad that I "let her get this bad" before bringing her in. I took her back four days later because she had been on a strong antibiotic for those four days and was still acting very ill and can begun to act catatonic and listless and I was worried about her. He told me it was my fault for feeding her McDonald's the week before when my other daughter was hospitalized for complications of her leukemia. He seriously lectured me for well over five minutes saying some borderline racial things and told me that "potatoes are cheap, just give her a potato" and "letting her go hungry is better than feeding her that junk." While I am not a doctor, I am an educated person who graduated cum laude from a respected university. He talked to me like I was an idiot who did not care about my child's health. I ended up having to take my daughter to Dayton Children's a few hours later after our appointment with Dr. Chitkara where she was given a bunch of fluids for dehydration and they planned to admit her. The doctors there changed her antibiotic and she was significantly better two days later. Unless you want to be subjected to rants about the evils of us Americans eating fast food and "this is why you all die when you are 56" and the like, do yourself a favor and choose a different pediatrician. I now drive all the way to Huber Heights rather than return to this man.
by Stephanie Barnard xxx.xxx.30.178
August 09, 2014
You would expect a pediatrician to be kid friendly, but to my surprise they were cold and not friendly at all. They made no effort to make my child feel welcome. Front desk staff is completely unprofessional and rude. NEVER call and ask for your child's records. They become hostile. This doctors office is a true reflection of the filth that is Springfield, Ohio.
by Dissatisfied Mom xxx.xxx.138.29
March 21, 2014
Did this provider answer all of your questions?
Yes
Was this provider's staff friendly?
Yes
Did you leave the office feeling satisfied with your visit?
Yes
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.244.248
July 26, 2012
Did this provider answer all of your questions?
Every question I had was answered thoroughly
Did you leave the office feeling satisfied with your visit?
Completely!
Did this pediatrician respect your views and opinions on parenting?
Absolutely! They made an extra effort to support and encourage me
Was the waiting area spacious?
Yes, extremely spacious
Did this pediatrician have toys, magazines or TV's in the waiting room?
Yes, they had everything for kids of all ages
by Anonymous
February 27, 2012
Was this provider's office too loud?
No, it wasn't too loud
Was this provider's staff friendly?
Not Really
Did this provider listen to your input and concerns?
Definitely not! I was constantly interrupted or cut off!
by Anonymous
January 14, 2012
Does this provider leave you on hold for a long time when you call?
No, they are really great about answering the phone right away
Was this provider's staff friendly?
Friendly Enough
Does this provider remember you and your circumstances at every appointment?
Not really. I usually have to remind them.
Did this provider pressure you to purchase any unnecessary products during your visit?
No, my decisions were always respected
by Anonymous
September 15, 2011
Did this provider ever dismiss your concerns as unimportant?
No, they take every concern of mine seriously
Were the restrooms well-stocked at this provider's office?
Yes, they were well-stocked
Was the waiting area spacious?
Yes, extremely spacious
by Anonymous
May 09, 2011
Was it easy to find parking at this provider's office?
Extremely easy, and close to the entrance
Did you feel safe in this provider's care?
Absolutely! I knew I was being cared for by an expert!
Did the pediatrician ever make you feel like an inadequate parent?
Not at all! They were very encouraging and supportive
by Anonymous
May 04, 2011
Was there annoying music playing while you waited or during your visit?
No, there was no annoying music
Were you able to get answers to simple questions from this provider without scheduling an appointment?
Absolutely! I'm always able to get my questions answered over the phone right away!
Did they follow up with you after your appointment?
I had a follow-up appointment, but I scheduled it.
Does this provider promptly return your phone calls?
Yes
Was this provider's staff friendly?
Friendly Enough
by Anonymous
March 09, 2011
I went to see Dr Chitkara for my daughter to have a physical. The only medication my daughter needed was for asthma... I had to ask a nurse to please send the doctor back in (after he had completed the very quick, impersonal exam and said goodbye) because he didn't listen to her breathing.. I was rather shocked that he agreed to prescribe asthma medication without listening for symptoms of asthma. His staff's attitudes are, for the most part, curt, and most have an air of annoyance.. as if I were taking up their time. I am disappointed and hope we can find a new doctor soon. NOW, if you have a minor complaint and simply need a doctor's signature on a script, Dr Chitkara is your man, they will get you in and out quickly. I have learned to research my daughter's symptoms & find the best prescription for her PRIOR to the visit so I can just tell him what we need and get out of there. The office is nice & comfortable and you can pretty much get in when you need to, they don't seem to have many patients.
by JustMe1969
June 09, 2010
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218 Northparke Dr Ste B, Springfield, OH 45503