Dr. Joseph M. Sanchez, MD | Palm Springs, CA | Nephrologist

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Dr. Sanchez graduated from the University of New Mexico School of Medicine in 1998. He works in Palm Springs, CA and 2 other locations and specializes in Nephrology and Internal Medicine. Dr. Sanchez is affiliated with Desert Regional Medical Center, Eisenhower Medical Center and Jfk Memorial Hospital.

accepting new patients
4

12 Ratings
28 years of experience
speaks Spanish, Tagalog
University Of Michigan Health System
5 written reviews
2 specialties
8 areas of expertise
3 hospital affiliations
3 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Sanchez's Ratings and Reviews

4

12 Ratings with 5 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 8 Minutes

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Dr.Sanchez is one of the most qualified doctors I have ever had experience dealing with. He is extremely intelligent, knowledgeable, friendly and informative. He is in high demand so appointments may need to be made a few months before he will have an opening. Unless it is an emergency, he is definitely worth waiting for.

March 25th, 2020

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Dr.Sanchez is one of the most qualified doctors I have ever had experience dealing with. He is extremely intelligent, knowledgeable, friendly and informative. He is in high demand so appointments may need to be made a few months before he will have an opening. Unless it is an emergency, he is definitely worth waiting for.

March 25th, 2020

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Excellent physician and bedside manner, listens carefully to questions. Thoroughly explains everything. Very personable. Cares about his patients and their well-being. Takes time with each patient and it is obvious that he cares about his patients and their well being. Highly recommend this physician. Office staff are also helpful and efficient.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

April 25th, 2019

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Dr. Sanchez is very professional and you will never leave the office feeling like he didn't give you the time or answers you needed. He spends time and listens to all of your concerns and makes sure they are addressed. A breath of fresh air in this new age of medicine. Thank you DR. SANCHEZ!!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 9th, 2011

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This Doctor is an outstanding Medical practitioner with a superior bed side manner.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

January 27th, 2009

Nephrology Associates

1100 N Palm Canyon Dr Ste 211Palm Springs, CA 92262

Tel: (760) 323-1155

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Eisenhower Medical Center

39000 Bob Hope DrRancho Mirage, CA 92270

Tel: (760) 340-3911

Desert Regional Medical Center

1150 N Indian Canyon DrPalm Springs, CA 92262

Tel: (760) 323-6511


Dr. Joseph Max Sanchez, MD	Mohammed Khan, MD	Dr. Chatterjee Siddhartha, MD	Dr. John Hamid Naheedy, MD
Nephrology	Nephrology	Hospital Medicine	Diagnostic Radiology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients
4 (12 Ratings)	4.8 (8 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
28 Years of Experience	28 Years of Experience		22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Tagalog	Speaks Spanish, Tagalog, English, Urdu, Hindi, Punjabi, Arabic, Malayalam	Speaks English	Speaks English
Palm Springs , CA	Riverside , CA	Palm Springs , CA	Orlando , FL
Med School: University Of New Mexico School Of Medicine	Med School: Deccan College Of Medical Sciences		Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Accepts Medicare
Accepts Medicaid

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Chronic Renal Disease
Dialysis
End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)
Internal Medicine
Kidney Biopsy
Peritoneal Dialysis
Urinalysis

Dr. Joseph Max Sanchez holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Michigan Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of New Mexico School Of Medicine in 1998.

NPI Number

Dr. Sanchez's NPI number is 1942293568.

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Internal Medicine
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(20)
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(0)
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(0)
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Where is Dr. Joseph Sanchez's office located?: Dr. Joseph Sanchez's office is located at 1100 N Palm Canyon Dr Ste 211, Palm Springs, CA, 92262.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Joseph Sanchez affiliated with?: Dr. Joseph Sanchez is affiliated with Desert Regional Medical Center, Eisenhower Medical Center, and Jfk Memorial Hospital.
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