Palomar Medical Center - Escondido
Welcome to Palomar Medical Center - Escondido, a renowned medical facility located at 2185 Citracado Pkwy in Escondido, CA. Known for its exceptional medical services, Palomar Medical Center - Escondido has garnered praise from numerous satisfied customers.
One customer, Alex D., commended the fast and efficient care received at the Emergency Room, specifically highlighting the compassion and skill of Dr. Deng and x-ray technician Serena. Leigha S., who recently underwent a c-section at the hospital, praised the serene and welcoming atmosphere, as well as the attentive staff during every step of the process. Cheryl-Ann C. shared her positive experiences with various procedures at Palomar, including a special mention of the delicious Filipino cuisine available at the hospital's cafeteria.
Mark D. highlighted the exceptional care received during his outpatient biopsy, particularly praising nurse Sarah and Dr. Nasiri for their expertise and guidance throughout the procedure. The complimentary valet parking service was also noted as a convenient touch for patients.
Overall, Palomar Medical Center - Escondido stands out for its top-notch medical care, compassionate staff, and positive patient experiences. Whether seeking emergency services, undergoing a procedure, or enjoying a meal at the cafeteria, this hospital is dedicated to providing exceptional care to all who walk through its doors.
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Location
Address: 2185 Citracado Pkwy Escondido, CA 92029
Phone: (442) 204-0842
Last Reviews
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Author: Alex D.
2nd update- came back to the ER here for my same chronic illness, and had a fast experience for a hospital (6-7 hours total). Dr. Deng saw me and was very kind and patient. The woman who did my x-ray, Serena, was also incredibly kind and has the skill to work with ANY person! She is amazing! Give her a pay raise.
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Author: Leigha S.
I recently had a baby via c-section at Palomar Hospital and had an unexpectedly positive experience, especially compared to Pomerado Hospital, where I had my first. I thought Palomar would be be a worse experience and expected a sterile, unwelcoming atmosphere. But I was wrong. The cons: parking isn't free (unless you park across the street), the food is what you'd expect, and the chair/couch thing for birthing partners to sleep on still sucks. (We did peek into an empty room and saw some rooms had full on couches which would have been way nicer for dad to sleep on.) Before surgery: Compared to how rushed and flustered things were at Pomerado, getting ready for surgery at Palomar felt very relaxed and mellow. When I declined certain things, rather than getting pushback and snippy comments from the nurses, nobody gave me a hard time like they did at Pomerado. Everything felt so serene and the vibe from the staff was similar. Dr. Bergh from Dr. Cobb's office was performing the surgery. He was extremely thorough in explaining everything including risks of complications that could happen during surgery. The anesthesiologist came in ahead of time and chatted with me. I mentioned how I got pretty nauseous for a brief time during my last c-section. I figured he would tell me it's normal, as almost every c-section story I had read mentioned this side effect. Instead, he told took the time to explain why it happens (drop in blood pressure) and how to avoid it, which was to give me more fluids beforehand. He had the nurses give me another bag of fluids before they wheeled me in and this time around, I didn't get nauseous during surgery at all. I also attempted to have everything shaved beforehand which was pretty impossible. But after my experience at Pomerado, where I felt like I was given the worst razor burn of my life (OK I'm being dramatic but it wasn't fun), I didn't want to leave anything up to the nurses. They had to do some cleanup anyway but were super gentle and careful, especially after I told them about the previous experience. A seemingly small gesture but very much appreciated. During surgery: Rather than feeling like a patient on a slab, vulnerable and out of the loop, everyone made me feel very involved before and during surgery. The nurses chatted with me as we went down to the OR. And speaking of the OR...it is massive in comparison to Pomerado. Dr. Bergh checked in on me a few times before we started and got my music cued up. The nurses continued to talk with me. After I was laid down, the anesthesiologist chuckled at some of my stories I was telling my partner. I had some complications during the c-section which I won't get into, but Dr. Bergh also had an additional surgeon with him helping which was great considering the extra hands that were needed after all. It was a relief to know everyone was over prepared. After surgery: After a short stop, we were brought into the recovery room. Again, all of the nurses were wonderful. They were caring even when we called for several different things. At Pomerado, when we hit the buzzer, we were often met with a less than enthusiastic response. (Not from the nurses that came into our room but from whoever the call button was connected to.) That was not the case at Palomar. The people coming to take food orders were thoughtful, giving options of different meals when it was clear I wasn't really digging the main choice. The beds were WAY better. Yeah, hospital beds all kind of suck. But at Pomerado, I was stuck with a bed that was broken and therefore not adjustable. My tailbone and hips started aching pretty bad by the second day. It made a bad bed worse. The beds at Palomar are very adjustable with multiple settings, and have one where the bed constantly moves so your body doesn't get stiff laying there. I was raving about it to the staff who said many people don't like that feature. But let me tell you, when you're stuck in a bed for 3 days that doesn't move, your body will hate it. We had a huge window with gorgeous views. (The a/c sucked so having a little handheld fan would have been nice when I was feeling sick after surgery.) Another seemingly simple thing- there was a nice, sturdy chair for me to sit in after I was able to get in and out of bed. At Pomerado, the only sitting options outside of the bed were the stupid sleeper couch and a wobbly stool on wheels. Not ideal for someone who has just been cut open. This chair at Palomar was nothing fancy but a solid chair nonetheless and it was a godsend when I just wanted to sit somewhere other than the bed. Leaving: Checkout was fast and another bonus is the pharmacy. Last time, I had to hobble my way into my local pharmacy as Pomerado didn't have one in the hospital. But Palomar is on top of its game. They now bring your meds to your room so you don't have to do a thing. It sounds simple but is a HUGE game changer. Overall a great experience, a gorgeous hospital, and wonderful staff.
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Author: Cheryl-Ann C.
Since they opened at this location, service and experiences varied. Overall, Palomar Hospital has been there for my family and I. We've had ER visits, colon cancer surgery for my husband, bone marrow biopsy for my dad and most recently, a prostate surgery for my dad. The pics below were from my visit on May 29th, Wed while my dad had his prostate surgery. Check-in was at 10am and his appt was at noon. Went to their cafeteria which I've had before (my favorite was their Chicken Tenders Meal). When I saw this Filipino food station, I was elated so I had the Lumpia Bowl which was excellent! The Kimchi Rice was not spicy at all and all the ingredients meshed very well. Thank you for having the price affordable. Reason for the 4 stars is because of the cost of the parking garage. I wish you didn't allow a third party parking company to take over the lot. It's already expensive for certain people when they pay their co-pays, snacks/food if they stay for awhile, etc. May the hospital board reconsider looking at that cost or do something about it.
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Author: Mark D.
Just had a biopsy performed here as an outpatient. Check in on the first floor registry. Get all the paperwork and insurance out of the way. Second floor check-in and then taken in by nurse Sarah. Nurse Sarah was a breath of fresh air. We had many discussions and kept me informed on the procedure and what to expect. This was an ultrasound assisted biopsy. Dr Nasiri performed my procedure. I was very anxious and was allowed some iv sedation. Normally shots of lidocaine, but as I age I am less pain tolerant. Procedure went well with the doctor discussing the visuals and giving his interpretation. Due to being sedated (lol), they kept me for an extra hour. Nurse Sheryl made sure it was an hour on the dot before removing my iv needle. Great job all around. Parking was valet and free.