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Dr. Robert Patterson III, MD

Dr. Robert Patterson III, MD

Psychiatry*

Dr. Robert Patterson III, MD is a psychiatrist in Indianapolis, IN. Dr. Patterson III has extensive experience in Addiction & Substance Abuse. He is affiliated with Eskenazi Health. He is accepting new patients.

2.3 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 2.3 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

3171 N Meridian St Indianapolis, IN 46208

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Dr. Patterson III's Reviews

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2.3
12 ratings, 6 with a written review
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After receiving a huge increase in my medical insurance premiums, I was compelled to read medical records from an inpatient stay at the stress center where I saw this Dr. Patterson. I was shocked at what he wrote about me. He had been hateful, cruel and accusatory during therapy sessions. I couldn’t wait to leave there and instead of being helpful, he silenced me. I have been afraid of everything since that day. Horrible, horrible man. I truly believe this man has caused more harm than good to me and I suspect other, from what I heard other patients say. My solace is that God is in control and this man’s hatefulness will be revealed one day when it matters most. Stay clear.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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May 05, 2023
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Horrible
Incredibly rude and incompetent doctor. He would not address my serious side effects, including seizures, hallucinations, and rapid weight gain. He said I was faking my hallucinations and seizures, both which ceased soon after I was able to change doctors and medications. I've never been so invalidated by a professional in my life. Stay away.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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May 17, 2022
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It's difficult to write this after spending time in the hospital, but I felt it important to give credit where it is due. Dr Patterson is an excellent physician who takes his time to explain diagnoses and medicines to people at their lowest moments. I appreciated his bedside manner and attention to detail. I wish their were more doctors like him.
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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IN – Feb 08, 2019
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Lacks good judgement while unethical, unprofessional, incompetent. Most concerning is a lack of empathy. His explanations from my experience, have been wrong; Dr. Patterson is a liability to any practice and you risk a major lawsuit within the first 2 years of hiring. Thankfully, he rarely stays at a job longer than that. You and your loved ones deserve the very best and you won't find anything but a pill pusher who has no idea what he is doing with Patterson. Report any suspected violations.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
20 others found this helpful
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Nick_Hunter50 in Zionsville – Feb 02, 2019
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Totally arrogant and rude among other things. seems far more concerned with his problems than mine. Went to get a second opinion and the 2nd Doctor's opinion proved to be far superior. avoid "Dr" Paterson at all costs
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
26 others found this helpful
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Jan in Indianapolis, IN – Oct 14, 2016
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This man is the worst doctor I have ever had. He is rude! I looked up what he said about drug combo and he was wrong. He brings his personal life with him. He has difficulty listening. Very awkward and uncomfortable. Has multiple complaints. He also is fighting in court to avoid child support and had a protective order filed against him on one or two occasions related to that (Marion county court records). He owes IU 300,000 dollars. I have no respect for this guy, his actions and incompetence.
What went well
No results
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
31 others found this helpful
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Patient in Indianapolis, IN – Sep 25, 2016
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Dr. Robert Patterson III, MD is a psychiatrist in Indianapolis, IN. Dr. Patterson III has extensive experience in Addiction & Substance Abuse. He is affiliated with Eskenazi Health. He is accepting new patients.
  • Psychiatry

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Locations

Practice

Midtown Community Mental Health Clinic3171 N Meridian St Indianapolis, IN 46208
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Practice

St. Vincent Stress Center8401 Harcourt Rd Indianapolis, IN 46260
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