Patient
I am writing this review to share my extremely disappointing and alarming experience with Dr. Deepak Bhakta. As a patient seeking medical care and trusting in the expertise of a cardiologist, I expected competent and accurate diagnosis, but unfortunately, my experience was anything but. Dr. Bhakta misdiagnosed my condition, which nearly cost me my life. His negligence and incompetence led to me waiting for over 3 days to receive a coronary angiogram. The procedure discovered an 80% LAD blockage which was remedied by stent placement. His misdiagnosis caused significant distress to both myself and my family, not to mention the unnecessary suffering and additional medical expenses endured as a result. Throughout my interactions with Dr. Bhakta, there were several red flags that now seem glaringly obvious. For example, when I had continued excruciating chest pain episodes and high Troponin levels, that should have accelerated the need for further testing to minimize damage. His dismissive attitude towards my symptoms and concerns, coupled with his rush to conclude without thorough examination or consideration of alternative diagnoses, demonstrated a lack of professionalism and care. Moreover, the follow-up care after the initial misdiagnosis was utterly inadequate. It took 3 days for the correct diagnosis to be made by another healthcare provider, during which time my health deteriorated significantly. In conclusion, I would strongly advise anyone seeking cardiac care to avoid Dr. Bhakta. His negligence not only endangered my life but also shattered my trust in the medical profession. I hope that by sharing my experience, others can be spared from similar misfortunes.