Raza Syed J MD

I waited six months for my appointment and received two confirmations prior to my visit. I even arrived an hour and a half early, only to be told that I couldn't be seen because my referral had expired two months earlier. I spent hours calling back and forth between my insurance, the specialist's office, and my primary care provider to get this sorted out. One representative, Vanessa from their call center, was extremely rude and refused to schedule me, claiming my referral wasn't sent. Ironically, another staff member before her had already contacted the office directly, and someone had called me to provide an update on the referral status and what was needed. Eventually, I was contacted by an LVN from the office who told me that I could not be seen because, according to their assessment, I didn't show signs requiring a specialist visit. This is despite my medical chart clearly stating that I was rushed to the hospital twice, had to be given medication by ambulance to control my heart rate of 262 bpm, and was admitted for treatment. The LVN further stated that my referring cardiologist had spoken directly with Dr. Raza, who reportedly decided I didn't need to be seen--completely disregarding my documented medical history and my referring doctor's concern that there may be an electrical issue requiring an electrophysiologist's evaluation. I have since scheduled with another doctor, but I want to express how unacceptable this experience was. The lack of communication, professionalism, and empathy from this office--especially given the urgency of my condition--is deeply concerning.

Dr. Elias Frangos is a great doctor. Explains everything, listens to all your concerns, and runs any necessary tests. The staff are friendly and compassionate.

I highly recommend. This is my 3rd cardiologist and the best I've seen so far out here in the desert. Alot of nonsense "physicians" out here I've had to deal with but it's been no nonsense so far. Every visit has been pleasant and prompt. Thank you!

I highly recommend this office. The PA, Elias Frangos, is THE VERY BEST Cardiologist I have have seen. He is VERY patient, knowledgeable, kind, caring, empathetic, open, listens, explains all questions I ask, very thorough, etc. He might get busy, but he is worth the wait. The office and nursing staff are great too. Jeanette at the front desk is very good at appointments, knows about the medications, insurances, when to schedule any appointments needed and when to follow up. She listens well and is patient. The other front staff are good too. Pleasant team to work with when at a time when a patient might be fearful or in alot of pain. They are ALL kind, helpful, caring, and knowledgeable. BE KIND

I was recommended to Dr Raza, by a patient of his who told me he's the best cardiologist up here in the High Desert. I went to see Dr. Raza, for a second opinion. I met with his PA first whose name is Elias, I was impress with his medical knowledge and understanding of my medical condition and willing to listen to me. He immediately requested various testing be performed on me. After this testing was done I met with Dr. Raza, who is extremely sharp and did not minimize my testing results. He explained my results very clearly to me, and after that requested that we do more testing based on my ischemic symptoms I'm having. He wants to know for sure of what is causing my symptoms. The office staff is very professional, patience and caring. I highly recommend Dr Raza, as a doctor to seek cardiology expertise evaluation from.