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Dr. Varand Ghazikhanian, MD

Dr. Varand Ghazikhanian, MD

Diagnostic Radiology*

Dr. Varand Ghazikhanian, MD is a diagnostic radiologist in Santa Monica, CA. He is affiliated with Santa Monica UCLA Medical Center and Orthopaedic Hospital.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 5 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (5 reviews)

Practice

1250 16th St Santa Monica, CA 90404

Make an Appointment

(424) 259-9352

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Ghazikhanian specializes in the area of Diagnostic Radiology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Ghazikhanian's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ghazikhanian

4.2
5 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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1 star
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Dr. Ghazikhanian did my mother’s injection for her right shoulder on 10/24/17 and he was amazing.We couldn’t have asked for anything more. He was so kind and very gentle with mother.He walked us through each step so we knew exactly what to expect. He is amazing and I would recommend him to anyone.Fast forward three days later mother’s right shoulder is much better than before; she is now thinking about getting her left shoulder injected.Thank you Dr.Ghazikhanian you truly one of a kind.
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
Helpful
Boston, MA – Oct 27, 2017
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Whoever wrote this comment below with negative review is completely incorrect. You have no basis for your facts and Dr. Ghazikhanian is one of the most acclaimed radiologists out there. He is very friendly, knowledgeable and truly cares for his patients. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone. Dr. Ghazikhanian did a steroid injection for my left knee which i was really nerves about. He made me feel very comfortable and walked me through the procedure step by step. I was very satisfied. :-)
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
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Brookline, MA – Jul 31, 2017
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Dr. Ghazikhanian is incredibly kind, compassionate, intelligent and always willing to take the time to explain everything in great detail! I just can't thank him enough and would highly recommend 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Watertown, MA – Apr 22, 2016
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My father had a spine injection with Dr. Ghazikhanian, and it was as good an experience as one can have in a health care facility. He was professional and courteous and carefully explained the whole process to us. I was most impressed with his care after the procedure. He took his time to make sure my father was doing ok before he discharged him. I could not ask for more in a physician.
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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BigO in Boston, MA – Apr 11, 2016
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Dr Ghazikhanian gave me an ANESTHETIC ARTHROGRAM WITH STEROID INJECTION on 6/11/2014 for a torn hip labrum. It was a horrible experience that left me seriously questioning his ability to do this procedure. His dismissive attitude when I got to the parking lot and called him telling him how my leg was totally numb, was the most troubling. I would never allow this DR. to touch me. I have had the same procedure done by two other DR.s at this same hospital and it was done to perfection both times.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
  • Long wait times
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Barrett Keating in North Falmouth, MA – Mar 04, 2016
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About Me

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Dr. Varand Ghazikhanian, MD is a diagnostic radiologist in Santa Monica, CA. He is affiliated with Santa Monica UCLA Medical Center and Orthopaedic Hospital.

  • Diagnostic Radiology

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Locations

Practice

UCLA Medical Center-Santa Monica1250 16th St Santa Monica, CA 90404
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Office200 Medical Plz Ste 165-45 Los Angeles, CA 90095
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Office1245 16th St Ste 110 Santa Monica, CA 90404
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Office100 Moody Ct Rm 117 Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Santa Monica UCLA Medical Center and Orthopaedic Hospital

    1250 16th St
    Santa Monica, CA 90404
    Recipient of 17
    hospital awards

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

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    79%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    14% higher than the national average

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