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Dr. Vasantha Sriniv Hathwar, MD

Dr. Vasantha Sriniv Hathwar, MD

Critical Care Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Vasantha Sriniv Hathwar, MD is a critical care medicine specialist in Virginia Beach, VA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Sriniv Hathwar has extensive experience in Obstructive Lung Disease and Interstitial Lung Disease. He graduated from Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences in 1994. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Sentara Princess Anne Hospital and Sentara Leigh Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.4 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 2.4 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

1168 First Colonial Rd Ste 101 Virginia Beach, VA 23454
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(757) 481-2515

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Sriniv Hathwar specializes in the areas of Critical Care Medicine & Pulmonary Disease. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Sriniv Hathwar's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sriniv Hathwar

2.4
14 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 star
29%
29%
4 star
7%
7%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
7%
7%
1 star
57%
57%

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Lacking
I was sent to Dr. Hathwar to investigate possible autoimmune disease. He didn't seem to explore that or test for it in any way, but sent me for a sleep study. When he wanted send in a prescription for me, it was never sent in from his office. I had to call and find out why I hadn't heard anything and they had to call the doctors office to get them to send it.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 04, 2025
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Poorly Run Office
My wife saw him for years much to my displeasure. On one occasion he let her prescription sit on his desk for over a month with no reason for the delay, everything on our side was up to date. It took me going into the office and refusing to leave until he signed it. This was after he took it upon himself to change her prescription without consulting her. There's also the issue of getting medical records released to other Doctors, this is not something his office prioritizes, it would typically take several phone calls and nagging before it was faxed over. Spare yourself the agony of this incompetent man and his office.
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
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Sheldon Gudde – Jul 13, 2022
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Anoher problem I had with Dr. Hathwar besides making fun of my profession was that he was incapable of listening. I'd rate that ability a zero. The office staff is inept and rude as others have said. The nurse kept telling me I did fine on my test. I told her that I didn't take the test and she insisted that I had. No I didn't. My mother died and I didn't feel like taking the test. So No, I did not do fine. These people need to top arguing and start practicing medicine.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 17, 2020
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Receptionists are rude, & make it their job to offer zero help. Four calls in less than a week re: follow up of recent hospital discharge of 91yo mother: "I'll leave a message with the doctor... the nurse"... or best of all "call back tomorrow." And immediately be put on hold.
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
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 21, 2018
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He knows his medicine and respects his patients enough to get right to the answers. I have had asthma trouble for YEARS and only this doctor has made any difference in my situation. I am very grateful. He is probably not the guy to listen to your every woe - and that is not why I go to a doctor - but he listens long enough to understand exactly how to treat your medical needs.
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
Sarah in Virginia Beach, VA – Jul 17, 2018
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Dr Hathwar explained my problem very thoroughly and the tests I would have to go through. He communicated with me by phone and other doctors . He used his computer so we knew exactly what was wrong
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
Helpful
Gloria in Virginia Beach, VA – Feb 09, 2017
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I can't help but wonder who and what the previous survey respondents encountered. I've had the opposite experience from these negative comments on every visit. Nice, helpful staff - always! As for Dr. Hathwar - he is: kind, warm, knowledgeable and helpful. He is easy to talk to and responsive. He treats me for COPD and Sleep Apnea and has literally saved my life. I recommend him to everyone in need of a really good doctor
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
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Terri G in Virginia Beach, VA – Dec 27, 2016
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Staff is extremely rude and not helpful at all. Good luck trying to get a hold of them. You will be put on an endless hold(over 8min) and when they actually answer they are clueless. Dr. Hathwar seems pretty knowledgeable however he wants you to come to his office and pay co pay for things that can easily be done over the phone. Had to take 2 hours off during the day to visit office and pay $40 copay just to spend 5min with him so he could tell me that I needed to schedule another study!
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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Mike in virginia beach – Sep 14, 2016
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I find Dr. Hathwar very warm and concerned about me as a patient. He has been attentive to my condition and aided me by diagnosing and treating my sleep apnea. He is easy to talk with, clear in his conversation in regards to my issues and I believe him to be very knowledgeable and caring.
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
Teresa Giles in Virginia Beach, VA – Feb 13, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Vasantha Sriniv Hathwar, MD is a critical care medicine specialist in Virginia Beach, VA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Sriniv Hathwar has extensive experience in Obstructive Lung Disease and Interstitial Lung...read more

  • Critical Care Medicine

  • Pulmonary Disease

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  • Kempegowda Institute Of Medical Sciences

    Medical School, 1994
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Critical Care Medicine
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Pulmonary Disease
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Locations

Practice

Office1168 First Colonial Rd Ste 101 Virginia Beach, VA 23454
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Practice

Office1008 First Colonial Rd Ste 103 Virginia Beach, VA 23454
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sentara Princess Anne Hospital

    2025 Glenn Mitchell Dr
    Virginia Beach, VA 23456
    Recipient of 9
    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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    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

    80%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    15% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Sentara Norfolk General Hospital

    600 Gresham Dr
    Norfolk, VA 23507
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery, coronary interventional procedures, heart attack treatment, heart failure treatment, and heart valve surgery

    View all awards

    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

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Sentara Leigh Hospital

    830 Kempsville Rd
    Norfolk, VA 23502
    Recipient of 8
    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

    View all awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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