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Dr. Bassam Altajar, MD

Dr. Bassam Altajar, MD

Internal Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Bassam Altajar, MD is an internist in Arcadia, FL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Faculty Of Medicine in 1985. He is affiliated with HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (11 reviews)
Accepting New Patients
425 Nursing Home Dr
Arcadia, FL 34266

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise • Dr. Altajar specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well • Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital • Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Practices at Highly Recommended Hospital • Patients recommend this hospital to family and friends. See hospitals

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Dr. Altajar's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Altajar

4.5
11 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
73%
73%
4 star
18%
18%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
9%
9%

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WORST EXPERIENCE EVER TRYING TO GET AN APPOINTMENT
Worst experience EVER trying to get an appointment with Dr. Altajar!!! First I need a referral. I visit my primary and get one. Then I am scheduled for Wed May 24, 2023 at 3:15 in Arcadia. The day before I get a call to confirm the appointment then a couple of hours later I get a call to reschedule! Now they can't see me until July 6?!?!?!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
Helpful
May 24, 2023
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Never get to see Dr
I have been DR. Altajars patient for 3 years I have seen him once, I always see PA. I think he is an excellent Physician that is why I choose him , but I never see him. Am currently looking for another Cardiologist.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Jul 28, 2022
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Very happy with Dr. Altajars office and staff, I am always treated with care and respect. He is always extremely thorough. He takes the time to answer any questions I may have and shows genuine interest. I would recommend Dr. Altajar very strongly to friends, family,or anyone ho is looking for a doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Ronald Mamula in Fort Meade,Florida – Apr 10, 2018
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I have had the pleasure of attending appointments to Dr. Altajars office with my signifigant other, I was very impressed with his office appearance and the care and friendliness of his entire office staff. While caring for an elderly parent,I found that often, Doctors don't take the time to listen to the concerns of their older patients. This is definitely not the case with Dr. Altajar. He takes time with his patients and genuinely cares. I would absolutely refer friends and family members .
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
Helpful
Susan Frederick in Fort Meade Florida – Apr 10, 2018
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About Me

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Dr. Bassam Altajar, MD is an internist in Arcadia, FL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Faculty Of Medicine in 1985. He is affiliated with HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Internal Medicine

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  • University Of Poitiers / U.f.r. Of Medicine And Pharmacy

    Fellowship Hospital

  • University Of Damascus

    Medical School

  • St Barnabas Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1995

  • University Of Medical Science Of Grenoble / U.f.r. Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 1987

  • Faculty Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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  • English

  • Arabic

  • French

  • Spanish

Affiliated Hospitals

  • HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital

    5731 Bee Ridge Rd
    Sarasota, FL 34233
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    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

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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