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Rheumatology • Fort Myers, FL
Ratings by platform
- Ratings.MD (Dr. Shristi Basnyat): 4.8/5 (342 ratings)
- Millennium Physician Group (Dr. Melissa Blom): 4.6/5 (44 ratings)
- Healthgrades (Dr. Romy Aranguiz): 4.4/5 (48 ratings)
- RateMDs (Dr. David R. Baldinger): 2.3/5 (9 ratings)
What patients say
Patients praise
- doctors described as knowledgeable, thorough, and professional
- supportive and attentive office staff
- positive experiences with treatment planning and clear communication
- availability of telehealth and coordinated care options
Common complaints
- difficulty scheduling appointments and long wait times
- concerns regarding doctor empathy and bedside manner
- frustration with lack of follow-through or treatment progress
- communication issues and perceived lack of attention to patient concerns
In patients' words
"I just love Dr. Basnyat as my rheumatologist. I've been seeing a rheumatologist for over 20 years and she is one of the best I've ever had."
— Ratings.MD (Dr. Shristi Basnyat)"Worst physician in the world. Please do not see. This physician and her staff have no heart. They left our mom who suffers from bad RA providerless and medicineless..."
— Healthgrades (Dr. Romy Aranguiz)"Dr. Chesoni is the best of the best in terms of her professional knowledge, sincerity in helping patients manage their conditions and just her overall kind demeanor."
— Ratings.MD (Lee Health - Rheumatology)"Worst experience ever. i was blessed with less than 7 minutes with his highness.(first visit)... Was more interested in typing on his computer than addressing my problems."
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