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Dr. Kavitha Kotrappa, MD

Dr. Kavitha Kotrappa, MD

Family Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Kavitha Kotrappa, MD is a family medicine physician in Glendora, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Bangalore Univeristy in 1988. She is affiliated with medical facilities Emanate Health Foothill Presbyterian Hospital and San Dimas Community Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (21 reviews)

Practice

2025 E Route 66 Glendora, CA 91740
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Kotrappa specializes in the area of Family Practice. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Highly Recommended Hospital
    Patients recommend this hospital to family and friends. See hospitals
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Dr. Kotrappa's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kotrappa

3.7
21 ratings, 6 with a written review
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I made my initial appointment with Dr. Kotrappa because I needed to be put on an SSRI. My appointment was conducted via video chat, and she didn't ask my height, weight, or pre-existing conditions. She prescribed a sub-therapeutic dose (discovered after getting second opinion), and when I was having side-effects like falling asleep at the wheel, etc. she told me to "play around with the dose" until it "feels right." As someone who has never gone to medical school, I felt uncomfortable doing that with a new medication. She also was 40 minutes late to my first appointment, 20 minutes late to my second appointment, and both of them she told me that she didn't have a lot of time to meet, even though I scheduled my appointments weeks in advance. I am typically an understanding person, but just felt so disappointed and let down by her.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
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
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Sara – Sep 24, 2020
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She’s been my doctor for 12-13 yrs and I love her and if she’s not available her PA’s are very good I do not mind seeing them at all. Right now Jason is her PA and I will see either one. They are both always on to of things! I would reccomend them both.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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April Hom Enriquez in CA – Nov 26, 2018
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Been a patient for many years now and always get great care
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Jim Hanson in Covina – Nov 07, 2018
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My husband and I used to be her patients, but changed due to her misdiagnosis and medical neglect. She failed to notify my husband that his blood test showed that he was pre-diabetic. Hence, he did not get the care he needed to prevent the onset of diabetes II. She also ignored years of my complains about hair loss and fatigue until my condition got so bad that I lost half of my hair in about a week. After doing my own research, I tested positive for hypothyroidism.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Glendora – Jun 23, 2018
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charging Co-pay for $250 hospital visits and $25 office visit together ahead without even checking patients who came for normal routine annual checkup. Office staff say they just changed rules few weeks ago but did not inform me when I took an appt the day before.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 other person found this helpful
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Glendora, CA – Jan 20, 2017
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Need to refill prescription and rx was denied by MD because she wanted a mandatory office visit to refill a drug I have been on for years. I also had a scheduled appointment for an annual check up in a few months but was forced to make an extra appointment just for refills.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
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San Dimas, CA – May 21, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Preventive care is as important as critical care. We treat most critical care conditions and refer to specialists as needed.

biography

Kavitha Kotrappa, MD, practices family medicine. Dr. Kotrappa earned her medical degree from Bangalore University in India. She completed her internship and residency at Kern Medical Center in California, where she was also chief resident. Dr....read more
  • Family Medicine

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

  • University Of California Irvine,kern Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1996
  • Kern Med Ctr-u Calif Irvine

    Residency Hospital, 1995
  • Kern Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1994
  • University Of California Irvine, Kern Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1994
  • Bangalore Univeristy

    Medical School, 1988
  • Bangalore University

    Undergraduate School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
Family Practice
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  • English

  • Hindi

  • Kannada

  • Spanish

  • Necrotizing Fasciitis, 2005

  • Outstanding Patient Satisfaction Award, 2005

Locations

Practice

Office2025 E Route 66 Glendora, CA 91740
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  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Health Care Partners Inc.502 Torrance Blvd Redondo Beach, CA 90277
2
  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Office1212 W Redondo Beach Blvd Gardena, CA 90247
3

Practice

Optum-Torrance2200 Sepulveda Blvd Torrance, CA 90501
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Emanate Health Foothill Presbyterian Hospital

    250 S Grand Ave
    Glendora, CA 91741

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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  • San Dimas Community Hospital

    1350 W Covina Blvd
    San Dimas, CA 91773

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

    74%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    13% lower than the national average

    66%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    12% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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