“Overall good appointment! More did not like that I had to fill out forms when I got there when I had previously filled out online. Not a big deal butterflies would be nice to not have that.”
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“Overall good appointment! More did not like that I had to fill out forms when I got there when I had previously filled out online. Not a big deal butterflies would be nice to not have that.”
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“I was worried about something that had come up with my health. I was able to get an appointment for the very next day. My concern was nothing to stress about, and Dr. Padma explained why. Dr. Padma is kind, compassionate, and a real gem! Do not hesitate to see this doctor. She and her staff are truly wonderful!”
Debra S.August 1, 2025
About Dr. Padma Chava
Dr. Chava joins Cardiac Associates of North Jersey with over 30 years of experience in internal medicine. She earned her Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery from Guntur Medical College. She completed her residency in Internal Medicine at Woodhull Medical and Mental Health Center in Brooklyn, NY, and her fellowship in Geriatrics Medicine at Hackensack University Medical Center in Hackensack, NJ. Dr. Chava focuses on preventive care and manages a wide range of medical conditions such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, thyroid issues, and obesity. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and provides her patients with highly personalized and comprehensive treatment plans.
Patients requiring controlled substance monitoring will be referred to an appropriate specialist.
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Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Chronic diabetes
High cholesterol
Chronic high blood pressure
Chronic diabetes
High cholesterol
Chronic high blood pressure
Office location
Dr. Padma Chava, MD also offers online video visits for patients
Medical School - Guntur Medical College, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
Woodhull Medical and Mental Health Center, Residency in Internal Medicine
Hackensack University Medical Center, Fellowship in Geriatrics Medicine
Languages spoken
English
Provider's gender
Female
NPI number
1508838186
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.60
Wait time
4.55
Bedside manner
4.64
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Dr. Chava is a really good doctor. I traveled a long way just to be seen by her because I knew I would get really good care.
Less than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Very friendly staff and a very warm atmosphere, I will be making this office my primary
September 2, 2025Matthew M.Verified patient
Dr Chava is a wonderful Dr. staffing charlene was excellent and great asset to this company. 10 star office .
July 23, 2024ZINA L.Verified patient
Takes her time does not rush, has great bedside manner, communication is great and listens.
May 4, 2025Marteshia W.Verified patient
Doc was prompt, efficient and very caring-entire office was great
October 22, 2025Peter F.Verified patient
Office staff was very pleasant. Wait time was 45 min. Actual exam was not at all comprehensive.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Totally professional care - great doctor all around
November 12, 2025Peter F.Verified patient
Absolutley returning, as i have found my new primary care doctor!
February 13, 2025Initials hidden
I would definitely recommend this office very friendly staff and a great doctor!
More than 1 year agoTG
Staff was professional. Dr. Chava was very nice & spoke to me not the computer.
More than 1 year agoGW
I was taken in on time the doctor was very knowledgeable.
June 14, 2024Initials hidden
Excellent! Quick, thorough & professional. Very friendly
More than 1 year agoMS
No wait time minimal paperwork to fill out friendly.
More than 1 year agoJD
Was seen promptly
Less than 1 month agoInitials hidden
Overall good appointment! More did not like that I had to fill out forms when I got there when I had previously filled out online. Not a big deal butterflies would be nice to not have that.
Less than 6 months agoInitials hidden
I was worried about something that had come up with my health. I was able to get an appointment for the very next day. My concern was nothing to stress about, and Dr. Padma explained why. Dr. Padma is kind, compassionate, and a real gem! Do not hesitate to see this doctor. She and her staff are truly wonderful!
August 1, 2025Debra S.Verified patient
She was very passionate and understanding. Gave us good advice.
She wants to make sure that all the medication I’m takes was acceptable and won’t do me harm; also got back to us very quickly with the physical therapy information.
Extremely compassionate.
May 8, 2025Gloria Q.Verified patientVideo visit
She was great and to the point. Thanks.
February 27, 2025Kevin B.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Chava is very kind, very profesional and very good listener. She asked me many questions, made notes and give me important informations about my medications. Dr. Chava - thank you very, very much, Jack P.
P.S. All nerses are highly profesional and very kind to all pacients.
February 19, 2025Jack P.Verified patient
It was a good experience. The doctor listened to what symptoms I was experiencing and prescribed medication that actually helped! It was fast and convenient.
November 12, 2024Alake L.Verified patientVideo visit
amazing experience. very accommodating and very helpful and informative. the reception was also so kind and patient since i was a new client ??
thank you very much!
October 23, 2024Mary Jane S.Verified patient
I wil come black for sure
October 16, 2024Kazimiera B.Verified patient
Didn’t help with my needs and didn’t listen. Just told me everything was fine without doing any tests. Told me basic/generic info I could have found on google. Didnt seem to care and will probably not be going back.
September 25, 2024Brittany S.Verified patient
I was assisted in a timely matter.
August 7, 2024Peter M.Verified patientVideo visit
My appointment was supposed to be a video call but I did not receive instructions for the call. I called because no one reached out to me during my appointment time. Dr. Chava called back 30+ minutes after my appointment time by phone and seemed like she was incredibly rushed and didn't want to be talking to me. She did not do a good job explaining my diagnosis, and pretty much just prescribed me what I thought that I needed. She then ended up hanging up before I could ask any follow-up questions.
July 24, 2024Initials hiddenVideo visit
Thank you for being the 1st doctor in years to acknowledge and listen to my concerns and address them appropriately and with empathy. You did not rush the appointment or give me any indication that I was being dismissed. So thank you very much!
July 11, 2024Dahana J.Verified patient
No, It's just the manner she addressed,
July 3, 2024Barbara Ann C.Verified patientVideo visit
I could not find a phone number to cancel m appointment. I wasted lots of my time trying to find it. Everything is listed under Dr .Badwani
confusing, ridicu;ous
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Good
May 23, 2024Nilesh P.Verified patientVideo visit
The office put the call through bit made me wait two hours without anybody responding or being seen by the doctor. Eventually they canceled after making me wait that long
March 27, 2024Trisha H.Verified patientVideo visit
Very nice, thorough, and helpful.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Easy and very nice :)
February 21, 2024Megan S.Verified patientVideo visit
Great experience, not a long wait Dr. Chava was very knowledgeable about my problem and was very concerned about me as a patient.
More than 1 year agoTB
MY VISIT WAS REALLY VERY PLEASANT. THE STAFF WAS VERY NICE AND KNOWLEDEABLE AND DR. CHAVA TREATED ME WITH SUCH PROFESSIONALISM AND WAS "SPOT ON" WITH MY DIANOSOS AND TREATMENT. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HER TO ANYONE WHO NEEDS A GENERAL PRACTICE PHYSICIAN.
More than 1 year agoCG
Our visit was very pleasant. The doctor and staff were very friendly and welcoming for my daughter. She amazing and patient with my daugter who does get stressed when in a social situation.
More than 1 year agoAN
Very professional Listened to all my questions.
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Dr. Padma Chava has 2 office locations in Oakland, view full addresses on Dr. Chava's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Padma Chava have?
Dr. Padma Chava is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Padma Chava?
Dr. Padma Chava frequently sees patients for Allergy Consultation, Annual Physical, Arthritis, Foot Consultation, and Illness. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Padma Chava on their profile.
122 patients have reviewed Dr. Padma Chava. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.6/5. They have a 4.64/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.55/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.