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Dr. Pankaj Lal, MD

Dr. Pankaj Lal, MD

Cardiology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Pankaj Lal, MD is a cardiologist in Gaithersburg, MD and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Maulana Azad Medical College, Delhi University in 1980. He is affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 42 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (42 reviews)

Practice

818 W Diamond Ave Ste 240 Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Telehealth available
(301) 569-7135

Dr. Lal is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Lal specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Lal's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lal

4.5

42 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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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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Jim R – Mar 19, 2025
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 06, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 28, 2021
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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
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Feb 28, 2020
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Lloyd – Jan 13, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Aug 05, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Washington, DC – Mar 24, 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
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
NoIwillnot in Washington, DC – Oct 25, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Bethesda, MD – Aug 13, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mrs. Valentine in Germantown, MD – Apr 13, 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
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
oscar sanchez in Germantown, MD – Feb 04, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Caring for your heart from our heart

  • Cardiology

  • Internal 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.

  • Mt Sinai Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1990

  • Laguardia Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1988

  • Englewood Hospital And Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1987

  • Maulana Azad Medical College, Delhi University

    Medical School, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Cardiovascular Disease
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Internal Medicine
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Dr. Lal is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office818 W Diamond Ave Ste 240 Gaithersburg, MD 20878
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Sibley Memorial Hospital

      5255 Loughboro Rd NW
      Washington, DC 20016
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      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

      77%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      12% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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