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Dr. Chandrasekhar Varma, MD

Dr. Chandrasekhar Varma, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*
55+ years of experience

Dr. Chandrasekhar Varma, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Escondido, CA and has over 55 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Jawaharlal Inst Med Ed, Pondicherry in 1966. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Sharp Memorial Hospital and Palomar Medical Center Poway. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.2 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 3.2 Star Rating (21 reviews)

Locations

Advanced Metabolic Care

North County Endocrine Medical Group625 Citracado Pkwy Escondido, CA 92025
1
New Patient?
(442) 274-0566

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Varma is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Poway Poway, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Varma specializes in the areas of Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology & Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital SatisfactionPatients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Varma's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Varma

3.2

21 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
43%
43%
4 Star
10%
10%
3 Star
10%
10%
2 Star
0%
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1 Star
38%
38%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
DrVarmaFan – Jun 06, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
John McCabe in Temecula, CA – Jun 15, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
George Rapciewicz in Temecula, Ca – Oct 14, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Marianna in Escondido, CA – May 10, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
13 people found this helpful
Helpful
Escondido, CA – Jan 08, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Chandrasekhar Varma, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Escondido, CA and has over 55 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Jawaharlal Inst Med Ed, Pondicherry in 1966. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more
  • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Daniel Drake Memorial Hospital|v A New York Harbor Healthcare System Brooklyn Campus

    Residency Hospital
  • Nassau University Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1978
  • Jawaharlal Inst Med Ed, Pondicherry

    Medical School, 1966
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
Internal Medicine
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido

    555 E Valley Pkwy
    Escondido, CA 92025
    Recipient of 10
    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

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  • Sharp Memorial Hospital

    7901 Frost St
    San Diego, CA 92123
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    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

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Palomar Medical Center Escondido

    2185 Citracado Pkwy
    Escondido, CA 92029
    Recipient of 14
    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

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2023)

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

    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

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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