Himal Rajiv Shah

I saw Dr. Shah at Banner Desert after being admitted for chest pain and shortness of breath after giving birth. If giving negative stars was an option, she'd be a full -5 stars. Not only was I grossly misdiagnosed, she refused to give me medications that would have only helped my condition (severe fluid retention and she refused to give diuretics for a full 4 day stay--I couldn't bend my feet because my ankles were so swollen). She diagnosed me with CHF and told me that I was going to die. Literally, "well this is CHF and you're probably gonna die in a few years". I have been informed since that I don't have CHF, and that while I had gone into it during labor--it wasn't a permanent diagnosis. I was also told that when I had gone into heart failure during labor, that it was due to fluid retention--something she could've simply fixed by letting me take diuretics. Most importantly, I was assured that I'm not going to die anytime soon because I went into heart failure during labor. And after she drilled it into me and made me picture a future where my newborn and husband had to live without me, I can't imagine what she was thinking--how she thought that was appropriate, or correct. I get she doesn't see young people, let alone new mothers often, but she completely overlooked the fact that I had just had a baby, where my body had been pushed to the limits. I had an especially traumatic birthing experience, from when I went into labor to when I finally pushed my baby out--it was overall 4 days of laboring and contracting before my water broke. She ignored this, and diagnosed me with a death sentence and gave me inadequate tools to care for myself. She was awful and rude to me when I was alone, but was Ms. Sunshine and Rainbows when my family--ESPECIALLY my husband was in the room. And after berating me and telling me that I was going to die, she gave me her card and said "you'll see me once you're out of the hospital." The fact that someone can be such a terrible doctor and yet be so confident and self-deluded is terrifying. Call Tri-City Cardiology. They'll treat you like a person, and be far more knowledgeable than Dr. Shah ever could be.

Dr Shah saved my life. Shes the greatest. She takes time to listen and fights with you and not against. I will forever be greatful.

This doctor Hamal Shah disrespects and humiliates her patients with thoughtless, crass comments. I have lost all respect for her, and she no longer deserves my respect. She made fun of my legs. I have suffered from lipodermatosclerosis for over a year from my lungs being scarred years ago by pneumonia and Valley fever, according to another physician. She made fun of my tummy and my weight which I gained only in my fourth decade of diabetes, because I was a tiny size 6 when I was diagnosed. She is mean spirited and hateful. I now have another cardiologist who is removing me from the immensive amount of meds Hamal had prescribed. My new cardiologist said that my heart condition is not that bad, which Hamal had me to believe. Both my endocrinologist and dietician are appalled at the fasting diet Hamal Shah prescribed which has caused me problems with low blood sugar, and they want me back on my healthier diabetic diet.

Dr. Shah has terrible mannerism , belittles her patients in front of her staff and has no understanding of peoples lives and stress they may be under. she is quick to judge you .

Ridiculous wait times, rude staff, & arrogant physician. She almost cost me my life & avoided me afterwards, not wanting to explain any of the multiple problems that occurred during a very rushed procedure that she was running late for!

My 19 year old son was having chest pains for 2 months.. after seeing 2 primary care doctors, 2 ER doctors and a pulmonologist we finally got some answers… Dr Shah spent so much time with my son listening to all of his symptoms and was very thorough with her investigation into where his pain is coming from… she feels she knows the issue but has ordered some further testing to be sure! I would 100 percent recommend going to see Dr. Shah with any of your cardiac concerns My 19 year old son was having chest pains for 2 months.. after seeing 2 primary care doctors, 2 ER doctors and a pulmonologist we finally got some answers… Dr Shah spent so much time with my son listening to all of his symptoms and was … More

would never send anyone to heart & Rhythm Solutions ran by Dr. Himal Shah. I see ALL my doctors in the Phoenix area, I lived there for over twenty years. I have flown & drove across country to see my physicians. I always take great care in planning my trip to get the biggest bang for my time & energy. The appointment I had scheduled with her, was planned for and cost $350 plus food and my sister took a week off work to help me travel with my service dog. Some tests they can’t attend… upon arrival I waited for over an hour and then was told Dr Shah was not there and I would be seeing the MA!!! Needless to say I was triggered. The MA said she wanted certain tests done and said I would be hearing about scheduling a couple of them. The others I scheduled the appointment in Chandler. My appointment was on a Friday, the following Monday I called to see if I could have the tests run in my home town, in New Mexico, the staff told me that “Dr. Shah said no, she wants her people to do the test

I would never send anyone to heart & Rhythm Solutions ran by Dr. Himal Shah. I see ALL my doctors in the Phoenix area, I lived there for over twenty years. I have flown & drove across country to see my physicians. I always take great care in planning my trip to get the biggest bang for my time & energy. The appointment I had scheduled with her, was planned for and cost $350 plus food and my sister took a week off work to help me travel with my service dog. Some tests they can’t attend… upon arrival I waited for over an hour and then was told Dr Shah was not there and I would be seeing the MA!!! Needless to say I was triggered. The MA said she wanted certain tests done and said I would be hearing about scheduling a couple of them. The others I scheduled the appointment in Chandler. My appointment was on a Friday, the following Monday I called to see if I could have the tests run in my home town, in New Mexico, the staff told me that “Dr. Shah said no, she wants her people to do the tests.” THE MA also said I would be receiving a sleep study test mailed to me. Two weeks later, nothing.. I called again and was told again ,”I will hear from ‘someone’ from the sleep study place soon” I didn’t get that call until after Dr. Shah called me for a phone appointment three weeks after my office visit, when she wasn’t there. Over an hour late she finally called. One of her first questions was, could I get the tests done in New Mexico?!!!!!???????? next she told me my insurance was hiring her, not me… well that’s news to me… my insurance goes where I go… after a very frustrating conversation in which she didn’t tell me anything, I asked about the sleep study , she says she’d check on it and we hung up. Two minutes later the sleep study company called wanting to make an office visit appointment…. In CHANDLER!!!!!!!! She had just said I could do the tests here… I fired Dr. Shah, my PCP is now ordering the tests and I’ll hire a electro physiologist to read the results and move forward from there. I’ve been a medical practitioner for fourty years and have worked in every department of a hospital, this is NOT proper medical care. I would never recommend Dr. Shah or her staff.

The office staff and manager messed up on 3 of my 94 mile appointments. The last straw was the 4th time I was to have special shots in my stomach 3 days before surgery and the office never called it in. The day before surgery I had to call the office manager and tell her I wasn’t leaving Walgreens until they called it in. She said they had 3 pharmacies down for me. WHY didn’t she call me to ask which one was good. I no longer go there. Just incompetent! The office staff and manager messed up on 3 of my 94 mile appointments. The last straw was the 4th time I was to have special shots in my stomach 3 days before surgery and the office never called it in. The day before surgery I had to call … More

Will be changing cardiologist. Not acceptable to wait an hour and 10 minutes for a telemed call to happen. Wait times in the office for your appointment aren't much better. Your time isn't important to them. When I called in to the office and said I had to go and couldn't wait any longer (after being told 20m earlier that it would only be a few minutes), front desk asked to put me on hold then hung up. No one bothered to call back. Will be changing cardiologist. Not acceptable to wait an hour and 10 minutes for a telemed call to happen. Wait times in the office for your appointment aren't much better. Your time isn't important to them. When I called in to the office … More

Doctor Himal is such a sweet and knowledgeable doctor who honestly cares for her patients. I highly recommend her.

Dr Shah saved my life. Shes the greatest. She takes time to listen and fights with you and not against. I will forever be greatful.

Dr. Shah Himal is an amazing caring Dr. She is truly dedicated to helping improve the lives of her patients. During every visit she takes the time to listen and offer her sincere opinion. Thank you Dr Himal

She saved my dad's life! This woman is not only a remarkably talented Dr., but she is an amazing human too who actually took a whole hour after my dad's emergency heart surgery at the hospital to educate us on what we needed to do as a family to help him better manage his new heart disease diagnosis. Thank you Dr. Himal Shah for giving my family so many more years of memories to share along with his 16 grandchildren. I see that some folks have complained about long wait times in order to see her; but I wouldn't mind waiting 12 hours in the lobby. She takes her time with each patient. She is the best. She saved my dad's life! This woman is not only a remarkably talented Dr., but she is an amazing human too who actually took a whole hour after my dad's emergency heart surgery at the hospital to educate us on what we needed to do as a … More

Run, Office never answers the phone, impossible to get results for test you and your insurance paid for.

The Greatest heart doctor of all. She is such a nice person and very personal. Thank you for saving my life!

I am 45 years old with a history of a stroke at 41 yrs old. I was referred to Dr. Shah and have only been able to see her while passing in the hallway. I find it unacceptable that a medical professional who has a new patient through a referral and highly recommended does not even make time to attend the appointment herself. If I did not show up for the appointment I would be given a bill for a no-show. I find it a waste of my time to be seen by a PA/MA when the doctor is submitting a bill for services that she does not provide. I have numerous concerning experiences with this doctor including the fact she is being paid by my insurance company and myself for services she specifically is not rendering including my very first visit. I am even tempted to appeal the charges from her with my insurance company. If she does not have to provide personal attention to patients then she should not be accepting new patients/referrals.

The worst experience I have had with a practice and physician. Would give zero if could.

I experienced VTach intermittently for 15 years. I previously saw 3 cardiologists and 2 electrophysiologists and no one could find the problem. Dr. Shah did! Dr. Shah not only found the cause of the VTach, but performed several procedures that have stopped them. She asked questions, listened, and partnered with me to find a solution. I cannot say enough about her outstanding skills as a doctor! I experienced VTach intermittently for 15 years. I previously saw 3 cardiologists and 2 electrophysiologists and no one could find the problem. Dr. Shah did! Dr. Shah not only found the cause of the VTach, but performed several … More

Wish I could give them 6 stars. The staff here seem pretty well organized and by my second visit they were greeting me by name. Appointments have been available on short notice and they really make me feel like my heart is their top priority. As for Dr. Shah, I've never had a Dr. who would personally call me at 9pm to let me know test results were in and that it was ok to start taking my new medication immediately. She is all in when it comes to her patients treatment. Last year I spent nearly 5 months in AFib. 2 cardioversions and a few hundred Amiodorone pills couldn't keep me out of it. This year when I went into Afib I was sent to Dr. Shah for the first time. Her and her staff completely changed my medication and with daily visits to adjust it I was back in sinus rhythm after 3 days. When it comes to Afib, they really know their stuff. If you are suffering from an irregular heart rhythm I cannot recommend Dr. Shah and her team enough. Wish I could give them 6 stars. The staff here seem pretty well organized and by my second visit they were greeting me by name. Appointments have been available on short notice and they really make me feel like my heart is their top … More

I have been under the care of Dr Himal Shah over the last two years. Her care has been attentive and professional. I recently had a medical emergency and Dr Shah had informed the hospital in advance of my arrival. Everything went smoothly. Even though Dr Himal was out of town on travel she followed up several times and had her partner cardiologist see me in the hospital. I have been under the care of Dr Himal Shah over the last two years. Her care has been attentive and professional. I recently had a medical emergency and Dr Shah had informed the hospital in advance of my arrival. Everything went smoothly. … More

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I am 31 years old and have sick sinus syndrome. Dr Shah was quick to diagnose and completely supportive in any decision i wanted to make with medication or pacemaker. We went forward with the pacemaker and her and her staff were supportive, comforting and answered any and every question i had. Dr Shah is so caring and i fully trust her with my life.

Seems to be having serious staff issues when they have you wait forever, had a scheduled appointment! Ridiculous!

So Dr. Shah - who has proctored my cardiac healthcare for the past 3 years - thought I needed a bi-pap at bedtime and scheduled a sleep study. I was angry with her even after it showed my sleep apnea. Eventually I accepted the results (and machine) and now I sleep almost all night and feel better during the day. Even my yearly heart function is improved. Guess I'm no longer angry at her as my Cardiologist. Can't imagine why anybody else would be either. So Dr. Shah - who has proctored my cardiac healthcare for the past 3 years - thought I needed a bi-pap at bedtime and scheduled a sleep study. I was angry with her even after it showed my sleep apnea. … More

Run, run as fast as you can. 5 months and I am still waiting for results. They refuse to give my Dr a simple "yes " or " no" whether I have a heart issue or not holding up my care. They gave me 2 pieces of papers with tests results one said 2 yrs old pediatric and the other said male which I am never further confusing the issue.... then said she spent extensive time with me.....problem is I never saw her. So she ordered tests for a patient she never saw and then paperwork says 2 yrs old......hmmm

Be beware if you get referred over from another physician they will not provide test results to your DR. They make you come back so they can hit your insurance again. They will not release them even though they have been paid. So they hold your records hostage. I agree with others go somewhere else , rude , unhelpful and unprofessional.I never once even saw the Dr and I now no idea if I have a heart problem or not. The only copy they gave me was actually for another patient so I am sure thats against HIPPA. They claim the Dr spent extensive time with me although I never once saw the Dr.

Dr Shah exceeded every concern we had with my husbands procedure. She excells in communication with her patients and provides optimism at every possibility. Her skills are of the highest quality.

We have met Dr. Shah one time now. We really appreciate her help with our mom. She was able to see her on very short notice and we didn't mind waiting. Her office staff is wonderful! They are all so caring and have positive attitudes.

As a cardiac specialist, Dr.Shah is top notch. She saved my life with an ablation to stop my A-Flutter/AFib. That being said, her staff needs improvement, especially her PA - e has absolutely no bedside manner, and appears to be more interested in typing on her laptop than she is listening to her patient. At first, thought it was me just being touchy but I have met with her 4 times now and her behavior is never any different. From now on I will make sure to see Dr.Shah and not her PA!

Loved Dr. Shah! She is compassionate . and correct on her diagnosis. You are treated as a person, not a number. I would recommend her to everyone. Her staff is great!

Excellent doctor and very warm.

Really care

Dr Himal Shah took care of my husband in the hospital. phenomenal woman and great with patients

My first visit to Dr. Himal Shaw. Good experience. Very attentive listener. Advises well, balancing the patient’s outlook with what medical expertise may offer.

I have been to her office twice and so far my experience has been excellent

I liked Dr. Shah and her staff, but beyond that I haven't had a great experience. I was referred to Dr. Shah when my GP thought I might have Afib. After an EKG and a 2 minute evaluation she decided I had SVT and offered to schedule a cardiac ablation ASAP. I'm not even 40 and that's a big procedure to me, so she told me she suggested I wear a monitor and have a cardiac ultrasound. It's been TWO MONTHS and still no results I'm guessing/hoping it's not a life threatening condition

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So glad I found Dr.Shah.I have been a patient of hers for about 3 years now.I would highly recommend her. She spends quality time with her patients, is thorough and explains everything so it is easy to understand.My only issue is with the wait time but it is worth it.

Dr. Shah is exceptionally talented in her profession. Recently most of the office staff and the other Dr have either left or been fired. Each time I go to the office there is new staff. Currently there is only Dr Shah and her Nurse Practitioner. Med. assistants are less than qualified. I am pursuing changing doctors at this time. I will agree with others that the waiting times are outrageous and with only Dr Shah it is impossible to get appts. I have lost confidence with her practice.

Dr. Shah takes the time to get to the bottom of what could be causing someone problems as it relates to conditions of the heart. She has a big heart and cares a lot about her patients.

Front office staff is unprofessional, unorganized and uncaring. Usually my wait is three hours or more. Scheduling is a nightmare, getting anyone to help you is like pulling teeth. A man walked into the office while I was sitting in the waiting room for three hours who had had an appointment for two months and was told the Dr. had gone skiing. What a nightmare.

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Friendly staff and caring doctors make the visits easy and pleasant.

Dr. Shah is no doubt a good doctor - she did correctly diagnose and treat my condition. However, the wait time in her office is routinely over an hour and once ran to two hours. I can't continue to "do business" with someone who has so little respect for my time. Her office staff and nurse practitioner are good, my problem is with wait time.

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I had numerous V-tach episodes for 16 years. I saw two other electrophysiolists and had two electrophysiology procedures, and they could not find anything. Dr. Shah found the problem and ablazed the areas! She is thorough, follows through, and listens. I would HIGHLY recommend her!

Dr. Shah told me on my 1st appt. That I do not have Congestive heart failure. That was last month. I am in hospital now being treated for CHF. That says it all.

There seems to be a serious lack of communication between staff and Dr. I have had to wait 24 - 48 hours to get test results that can change the amount of a certain medication I am on. Phone calls are not returned in a timely manner regarding medications. After being discharged from the hospital I had a follow up appointment with Dr. Shah. There was a great deal of confusion over what medicine I should be taking. She claimed she didn't know what the discharging Dr. had prescribed.

My family and I are very disappointed in Dr. Shah's practice. My 83yo father has been a patient of Dr. Shah's for some time now and he was put on hospice. Since on hospice, his defibrillator needs to be turned off, he is now a DNR. Dr. Shah herself and her staff have promised many times that they would get back to us and 1-2mos later we still hear nothing, even after proactively calling weekly. The hospice finally has just decided to override her care after many failed attempts to reach her.

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I've been a patient for sometime now and this entire time all they have really done is just push medicine on me honestly one of the biggest mistakes i made was going to them

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