Dr. Scott G. Cherkasky, MD | Santa Monica, CA | Psychiatrist

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Dr. Cherkasky graduated from the University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry in 1991. He works in Santa Monica, CA and specializes in Psychiatry.

4.3

67 Ratings
35 years of experience
speaks English
University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry
29 written reviews
1 specialty
10 areas of expertise
1 office location
Male

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

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4.3

67 Ratings with 29 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 8 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (38) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Had a good bedside manner: (37) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Spent time with me: (39) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (38) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Flexible scheduling: (41) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
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Not educated about Akathisia related to psych med damage. Was a serious problem for me.

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January 28th, 2024

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STAY AWAY!!! This doctor does not care about his patients. If he did he would not keep his voicemail always full and he would promptly call them back and see them! Instead, he said I never called back and when I wanted to make another appointment he refused. What a horrible horrible horrible doctor! STAY AWAY!!!

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November 12th, 2022

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Dr. Cherkasky changed my life in every aspect for the better. Although attitudes are shifting, sadly, most of society still hold almost every other medical specialty in higher regard than psychiatry. Society considers surgeons, cardiologists, neurologists, etc., as life saving professionals and, I do not disagree. Conversely, society does not bestow this same recognition on psychiatrists. However, based on my personal experiences, I firmly believe that psychiatrists should also be recognized as life saving professionals. Why? Well, all I know is that I would not be here today had it not been for a psychiatrist. Thank you Dr. Cherkasky, you saved my life.

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

Needs Improvement

November 28th, 2019

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Smart doctor but totally unreliable. You can't rely on him to fill your prescriptions and refills in time. Expect to be without meds regularly because he can't return calls quickly to patients or to pharmacists.

August 13th, 2019

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Not sure how he stays in business. Never returned my numerous calls.

April 26th, 2019

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ExcellentThis doctor is absolutely excellent he is kind and compassionate and he really is interested in his patients I have really never experienced this kind of professionalism and caring and I am a very old

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

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April 14th, 2019

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I found Dr Cherkasky to be very caring and compassionate. He deeply cares for his patients & I am happy to have found him.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Spent time with me
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 20th, 2019

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Seemingly never submitted the documentation required for the medication he prescribed me. After learning that the pharmacy did not have everything they needed from him and had been unsuccessfully trying to get in touch with him, I complained to him about this. In response, he refused to see me again.

January 20th, 2019

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He's really attentive, helpful, and compassionate.

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

Needs Improvement

October 24th, 2018

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I was referred to this provider, and left messages to confirm he was accepting new patients and inquire about scheduling a visit. While I'm certain he is a competent doctor, not returning calls is not a sign of a good start.

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Needs Improvement

Flexible scheduling

June 29th, 2018

Dr. Scott Gordon Cherkasky

145 Bay St Unit 11Santa Monica, CA 90405


Dr. Scott Gordon Cherkasky, MD	Faiza Qureshi, MD	Rukan Huq, MD	Yi Ling Elaine Li, MD
Psychiatry	Psychiatry	Psychiatry	Psychiatry
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.3 (67 Ratings)	2.3 (3 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
35 Years of Experience	37 Years of Experience	5 Years of Experience	3 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English	Speaks English, Urdu, Hindi, Gujarati	Speaks English	Speaks English, Cantonese
Santa Monica , CA	West Covina , CA	Long Beach , CA	Culver City , CA
Med School: University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry	Med School: Dow Medical College	Med School: Texas A&M University College of Medicine	Med School: Georgetown University School of Medicine
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Accepts Medicare

Psychiatry

Alzheimer's Disease
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Bipolar Disorder
Clinical Depression
Insomnia
Manic Depressive Disorder
Mental Illness
Mood Disorders
Personality Disorder
Schizophrenia

Dr. Scott Gordon Cherkasky holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry in 1991.

NPI Number

Dr. Cherkasky's NPI number is 1821194945.

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