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Dr. Claro Palma, MD

Dr. Claro Palma, MD

Rheumatology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Claro Palma, MD is a rheumatologist in Canton, GA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Palma has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from Afable College of Medicine and Surgery in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Piedmont Hospital and Erlanger Western Carolina Hospital. He is accepting telehealth appointments.

2.3 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 2.3 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Practice

15 Reinhardt College Pkwy Ste 108 Canton, GA 30114
Telehealth available
(770) 213-2540

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Palma specializes in the area of Rheumatology. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Palma's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Palma

2.3

23 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 Star
26%
26%
4 Star
4%
4%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
9%
9%
1 Star
61%
61%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Jan 25, 2024
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Hastings – Oct 14, 2022
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 16, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
John – Jul 16, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
11 people found this helpful
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IA – Apr 05, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
12 people found this helpful
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John in Waterloo Iowa – Apr 15, 2016
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Valore J in Cedar Falls, IA – Feb 29, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
7 people found this helpful
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Mary F in Cedar Falls, IA – Feb 24, 2016
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biography

Dr. Claro Palma, MD is a rheumatologist in Canton, GA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Palma has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from Afable College of Medicine and Surgery in 1984. He...read more

  • Rheumatology

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  • Afable College Of Medicine And Surgery

    Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Rheumatology
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Locations

Practice

Cherokee Lung & Sleep Specialists PC15 Reinhardt College Pkwy Ste 108 Canton, GA 30114
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Piedmont-Physicians Obstetrics And Gynecology Ellijay822 Industrial Blvd Ste 201 Ellijay, GA 30540
2
Office2727 Paces Ferry Rd SE Ste 1-1100 Atlanta, GA 30339
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Piedmont Hospital

    1968 Peachtree Rd NW
    Atlanta, GA 30309
    Recipient of 30
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

    View all awards

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Erlanger Western Carolina Hospital

    3990 E US 64 Alt
    Murphy, NC 28906
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Fannin Regional Hospital

    2855 Old Highway 5
    Blue Ridge, GA 30513
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