Shakuntala Kothari, MD
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Shakuntala (Rita) Kothari, MD is a Staff physician in the Department of Internal Medicine at Cleveland Clinic's Main Campus. Dr. Kothari came to the Cleveland Clinic in 1996 as a clinical associate in the Department of General Internal Medicine, where she remained, rising from assistant staff to associate staff to her current position. Dr. Kothari's specialty interests include contraception, menopause, vaginitis and other women's health issues. Dr. Kothari completed her medical degree at the University of Missouri-Kansas City and completed her Internal Medicine residency at the Cleveland Clinic. Board-certified by the American College of Physicians, Dr. Kothari is a member of the Society of General Internal Medicine and the American Medical Women’s Association. She is also a Fellow in the American College of Physicians.
She edits the women’s health section of The Cleveland Clinic: Current Clinical Medicine. She is women’s health section editor of the online Disease Management Project at http://www.clevelandclinicmeded.com/. Dr. Kothari has been published. Topics include updates on contraception, vaginitis, preventative services in pregnancy, risk assessment of the menopausal patient and the physician’s role in prevention and medical management of unwanted pregnancies.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
1996
Education & Fellowships
Residency - Cleveland Clinic
Internal Medicine
Cleveland,
OH
1996
Internship - Cleveland Clinic
Internal Medicine
Cleveland,
OH
1994
Medical Education - University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine
Kansas City,
MO
1993
Certifications
- Internal Medicine
Specialty Interests
women's health care
Research & Publications
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294 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.9 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
66 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Oct 30, 2024
I love my doctor!!!!!
Reviewed on Oct 29, 2024
She is the best primary that I could ask for. She makes sure I understand everything about my health and how to make things better and options that I may have regarding my care.
Reviewed on Oct 25, 2024
Dr. Kothari is very caring! She takes her time with answering my multiple questions and cares for my overall health. Dr. K. Has been my doctor for over a decade. She knows me well and has walked me through various health challenges.
Reviewed on Oct 22, 2024
Dr. Kothary is very engaged and has empathy for her patients. She is careful to explain what is going on medically and why recommendations are made.
Reviewed on Oct 15, 2024
I enjoy my doctor, she took time to explain things to my understanding, plus she was showing her students about some details.
Reviewed on Oct 7, 2024
Dr. Kothari is an exceptional physician. I'm grateful she cares for my family and me.
Reviewed on Sep 20, 2024
Dr. Kothari is the best!!!! She takes time with me and does not rush through the appointment.
Reviewed on Sep 20, 2024
Dr. Kothari is very thorough, takes time to listen, asks my opinion, and provides me with options for my future health
Reviewed on Sep 17, 2024
Dr. Kothari is always a pleasure to see. She is very thorough in her assessment of my health. Also, I always learn something about my health as I age that I did not know nor consider before our discussion.
Reviewed on Sep 17, 2024
Dr Shakuntala Kothari is the consummate professional. A joy to do business with-upfront and thoughtful.
Reviewed on Sep 10, 2024
Dr Kothari is an excellent doctor!
Reviewed on Aug 26, 2024
Dr. Kothari has been my PCP for many years. I appreciate her leadership in helping me to continue to be as healthy as possible. I thank her for her diligence.
Reviewed on Aug 26, 2024
Dr Kothari has been my PCP for years. She is an absolutely superb provider!
Reviewed on Aug 23, 2024
Dr Kothari is an excellent clinician. Very knowledgeable compassionate and professional. I would recommend in a heartbeat.
Reviewed on Aug 20, 2024
Dr Kothari's care is exellent as always!
Reviewed on Aug 16, 2024
Dr. Kothari is always thorough and wonderful. My original appointment had to be canceled due to her illness in July. The person I talked to said the first available was March 2025. I agreed to that appointment but knew that I could reach out to Dr. Kothari's office upon her return and they would likely work me in sooner. Sure enough, I got a message from Dr. Kothari that she had opened up a day to work people in. As a matter of fact, I refer friends and colleagues to her ALL THE TIME! She is worth the wait.
Reviewed on Aug 9, 2024
Nice support staff. Dr. Kothari is great.
Reviewed on Aug 7, 2024
Dr. Kothari called me and explained why she could not see me in person.
Reviewed on Jul 9, 2024
I have so much respect for Dr.Kothari. I feel valued and heard. She is compassionate and thoughtful. I do not feel like a number, She utilizes her resources and has a thoughtful approach in caring for me as a whole person. I feel very grateful having her as my physician.
Reviewed on Jun 28, 2024
Knowable about my condition. Very good discussion with her acknowledging my concerns
Reviewed on Jun 10, 2024
Dr. Kothari is an excellent doctor: knowledgeable, smart, kind, and a skilled communicator.
Reviewed on May 31, 2024
Total experience was excellent. Dr Kothari is the best.
Reviewed on May 31, 2024
Dr. Kothari is outstanding ding in every aspect of her care
Reviewed on May 31, 2024
Dr. Kothari truly listens and is a partner in my healthcare.
Reviewed on May 20, 2024
Dr. Kothari is always attentive to my health and concerns. I can not asked for a better primary care physician.
Reviewed on May 17, 2024
Very hard to make an appointment with Dr Cartabuke
Reviewed on May 14, 2024
I was a previous patient of Dr Kothari about 10-15 years ago. When my PCP postcard arrived that that doctor was leaving CCMC, I reached out to Dr Kothari and she was very welcoming to me as a returning patient!
Reviewed on May 14, 2024
Dr Kothari has a student doctor shadowing and that was a very engaging experience.
Reviewed on May 13, 2024
Dr. Kothari shows care and compassion. She is thorough and takes the necessary time needed to discuss my needs. She is also very transparent with treatment options and offers suggestions when asked, which is often
Reviewed on May 7, 2024
I am so lucky that Dr. Kothari is my primary care physician. She is kind, thorough, responsive and listens. She offers great advice. I would be lost without her!
Reviewed on Apr 30, 2024
Dr. Kothari shows superb listening, diagnosing, and problem solving skills. She is most thorough in setting up a plan for further care and always is kind and compassionate. In this visit, she identified a serious concern and all that I needed to do for resolution. She made sure I followed up what was prescribed and her kind of quality care led to receiving life saving treatment and a most positive outcome. I am truly grateful for all that she has done for me over the years.
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2024
Dr. Kothari let's me know what she feels is best for my health and gives me the choice on what to do.
Reviewed on Apr 23, 2024
Dr. Kothari spends a lot of time and really listens to me. She is very compassionate.
Reviewed on Apr 15, 2024
She was very informative. Easy to talk to her.
Reviewed on Apr 15, 2024
She's simply outstanding
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2024
Dr. Kothari was extremely helpful and concerned. I felt very comfortable talking to her.
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2024
Dr. Kothari is wonderful, caring, and knowledgable.
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2024
Dr. Korthari listens and has excellent medical advice.
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2024
I feel like Dr. Kothari keeps up with current medical practices and trends and can speak on any topic.
Reviewed on Mar 14, 2024
Always good to see Dr.kothari
Reviewed on Mar 13, 2024
Dr is great. Listens to me and explains everything. Her nursing assistant is great. Very caring.
Reviewed on Mar 11, 2024
Dr kithara is a very from start to finish doctor. Takes time for all my questions . Love her!!!
Reviewed on Mar 7, 2024
Dr Kothari is very caring . She fitted me in when she heard during a video call with my husband that I was ill .
Reviewed on Feb 29, 2024
Dr Kothari is wonderful. She is very engaging and covers everything for a comprehensive look at all aspects of your care. Very engaged as you as a person.
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2024
Dr. Kothari is an excellent, pleasant provider who takes the time to speak with you regarding any concerns you may have.
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2024
Dr Kothari is always a good provider she listens and if she can help she does. She wants me to be as healthy as I can be. I appreciate her.
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2024
I have been seeing Dr. K for years . I really f respect her and if every confidence in her and I like her very very much she's never too busy to answer my phone calls never too busy to answer my MyChart request she's just wonderful.
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2024
Dr. Kothari is awesome. She listens well and give great feedback
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2024
Do everything you can to keep Dr. Kothari and her staff1
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2024
Dr. K is always easy to communicate with and very responsive.
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2024
My time with my care provider ( Dr Kothari) is always pleasant, informative, supportive, and helpful. I love my primary care physician
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2023
She was understanding and listening to my concerns. I enjoy the visit. But as she left l forgot to ask her.haha my fault.
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2023
Dr. Kothari is very kind and thorough. She covers everything and explains everything with evidence.
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2023
She is the best care provider of my 87 years of life. Without her I may not be here. I also grateful to CCF!
Reviewed on Dec 4, 2023
Dr. Kothari is the best. I am so lucky she is my primary dr.
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2023
Dr. Kothari is excellent.
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2023
Grateful to Dr Kothari is keep me in great shape even at my age of 63
Reviewed on Nov 28, 2023
Always very thorough and pleasant, she's been my Dr for over 20 years.
Reviewed on Nov 28, 2023
I consider myself very fortunate to have Dr. Kothari as my primary care physician.
Reviewed on Nov 28, 2023
Entire experience was excellent. Dr. Kothari is wonderful.
Reviewed on Nov 28, 2023
I have been seeing Dr. Kothari for a number of years, and have always been very pleased with her treatment and genuine concern for my welfare. Would highly recommend.
Reviewed on Nov 22, 2023
I was not included in the decision to see any other doctor but Dr. Kothari. I would like to see Dr. Kothari only.
Reviewed on Nov 22, 2023
Excellent care from Dr Kothari! She is very patient and ready to address the problems. I am very satisfied with her service and staff.
Reviewed on Nov 22, 2023
Dr. Kothari is a wonderful doctor!
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2023
She is simply the best and I feel lucky to have worked with her for years!
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2023
Dr. Kothari always takes time to be sure I'm clear on my treatment plan.