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Dr. Nita Paintal, MD

Dr. Nita Paintal, MD

Psychiatry*

Dr. Nita Paintal, MD is a psychiatrist in La Mesa, CA. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido and Sharp Coronado Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 173 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (173 reviews)

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Mindpath Health Psychiatrists & Therapists - La Mesa4700 Spring St Ste 220 La Mesa, CA 91942
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At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Paintal specializes in the areas of Geriatric Psychiatry & Psychiatry. See board certifications
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital SatisfactionPatients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Paintal's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Paintal

4.8
173 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 star
88%
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4 star
7%
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3 star
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2 star
1%
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Satisfied patient
I’ve been a patient of Dr. Paintal for about 10 years. I never feel rushed at my appointments with her. She listens to me is caring and wants what’s best for me. She is prompt when I leave her a message she always gets back to me the same day also if I need my prescriptions refilled she will fill it the same day. All my 10 years with her as my psychiatrist I haven’t had a issue with her. Would recommend her.
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 other person found this helpful
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Mar 09, 2023
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Professional, knowledgeable, and conscientious
I was involved in my treatment plan. I am pleased to say my bipolar disorder is in remission. I would highly recommend her.
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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Oct 25, 2022
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Dr. Paintal has worked with a family member for the past 8 years. We highly recommend her. She has stabilized our loved one time and time again, when his condition flared up. She is kind and caring. We could ask for nothing better!
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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Family member and conservator of patient – Feb 14, 2022
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So far, Dr. Paintal is one of the best psychiatrists that I have found...and I have had many bad ones. She is easy to talk to, kind and knows her profession well. I would definitely recommend her to anyone who needs help!
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
Helpful
Lynn Marcoe – Mar 05, 2021
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Needed a physc eval for my pain pump which is required prior. Due to the Corona virus we conducted our eval a phone. She was pleasant during the eval & to the point which was appreciated. I would recommend her to another that also required a physc eval.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Deborah – Apr 29, 2020
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She is a compassionate and awesome doctor. #TheSecretLifeofHiddenDisabilities
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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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Kimberly Ryan in San Diego, – Feb 12, 2019
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Dr. Paintel was very caring and compassionate during a very difficult time in my life. She was instrumental in my ability to get on the road to recovery and I highly recommend her. Thank you Dr. Paintel!
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
3 others found this helpful
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Sheri in San Diego, CA – May 20, 2018
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Dr. Patel cared for a dear friend after her discharge from a hospital and was kind, thoughtful, and helpful. My friend was very reluctant to speak to a psychiatrist and has repeatedly told me what a good experience she had with Dr. Patel. There are few psychiatrists who specialize in gerontology, so this physician is a gem. My friend hopes to see her again for therapy.
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
8 others found this helpful
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La Mesa, CA – Aug 31, 2017
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Dr. Paintal seemed ok at first, but when I called to speak with her about my medications, she told me to hurry up so she could end the call. I feel this was very unprofessional.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
8 others found this helpful
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Alpine, CA – Mar 09, 2017
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Protect yourself or your loved one and don't use this doctor. You will leave feeling emotionally harmed by this person who doesn't care about patients, but likes to diagnose you in the worst possible way. Not a good doctor.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
8 others found this helpful
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Auburn, WA – Mar 06, 2017
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I have seen Dr. Paintal a few times already. I have seen more psychiatrists over the years than I want to remember. Dr. Paintal has been very helpful. She is an excellent listener -- something very important to me. I definitely recommend her.
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
9 others found this helpful
Helpful
San Diego, CA – Feb 17, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Nita Paintal is an adult and geriatric psychiatrist. Dr. Paintal practices medication management and other modalities to create optimal well-being. Dr. Paintal likes to read, watch movies, walk, and take hikes.
  • Psychiatry

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  • Dr M.g.r. Medical University / Madras Medical College

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
Geriatric Psychiatry
Psychiatry
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.
  • English

  • Hindi

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 Coronado Hospital

    250 Prospect Pl
    Coronado, CA 92118

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Sharp Grossmont Hospital

    5555 Grossmont Center Dr
    La Mesa, CA 91942
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety 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.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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