Dr. Mir Behnam Khaleghi Damavandi, MD

Rheumatology•Age 57

Rheumatology

Dr. Mir Behnam Khaleghi Damavandi, MD is a rheumatology specialist in Tustin, CA and has over 31 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Khaleghi Damavandi has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. They graduated from Shaheed Beheshti in 1991. They are affiliated with Providence St. Joseph Hospital Orange. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Mir Behnam Khaleghi Damavandi, MD

Pacific Rheumatology Medical Center

1422 Edinger Ave Ste 130 Tustin, CA 92780
Accepting new patients
Osteoporosis & Screening
Telehealth services available
(714) 710-8160
Telehealth services available

Accepting new patients

(714) 710-8160

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Osteoporosis & Screening

Osteoporosis specialists diagnose and treat conditions characterized by low bone density and bone weakness, such as osteoporosis and osteopenia.Compare with other Osteoporosis & Screening specialists.

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Dr. Khaleghi Damavandi's conditions and procedures:

  • Joint Fluid Test
  • Bone Density Scan
  • Musculoskeletal Function Test
  • Achilles Tendinitis
  • Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
  • Ankylosing Spondylitis
  • Arthritis
  • Bursitis
  • Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
  • Chronic Neck Pain
  • Chronic Pain
  • Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
  • Degenerative Disc Disease
  • Dry Eyes
  • Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Gout
  • Intervertebral Disc Disease
  • Joint Pain
  • Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
  • Limb Pain
  • Limb Swelling
  • Low Back Pain
  • Lupus
  • Malaise and Fatigue
  • Muscle Weakness
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis of Foot
  • Osteoarthritis of Hand
  • Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
  • Osteoarthritis of Hip
  • Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
  • Osteoarthritis of Knee
  • Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
  • Osteoarthritis of Spine
  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis
  • Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Psoriatic Arthritis
  • Raynaud's Disease
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
  • Sjögren's Syndrome
  • Spondylitis
  • Systemic Chondromalacia
  • Systemic Sclerosis
  • Trigger Finger
  • Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) Scan
  • Joint Drainage
  • Osteoporosis Screening
  • Quantitative Sensory Test (QST)
  • Ultrasound, Musculoskeletal
  • Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate

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Dr. Khaleghi Damavandi's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Khaleghi Damavandi

4.2

Based on 84 ratings

5 Star
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1 Star
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Best RHEUMATOLOGIST Ever!!!
Dr. Khaleghi is a honor to have the best of the best knowledge in Ankoloisis Spondylitis. If I can give a thousands stars I would he is good:)
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Darius – Jul 28, 2022
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Dr was very professional and answered all my questions
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Jul 24, 2022
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Not to many choices, do not choose him.
They told us to arrive 15 mins before your appointment to check in. Why? The check in literally took 2 mins. I was brought back to a room where I waited 45 mins PAST my appointment time. As I heard him carrying on with a patient about the politics of COVID. Which is fine and all but a conversation that shouldn't be had when he's running behind. Then he came in and literally interrogated me on my symptoms for Sjogren's syndrome. He listen to me talk for 2-5 mins. Wasn't interested in the blood tests, which tested positive for Sjogren's secondary. Which from what I read and been told, means there maybe another auto immune disorder in play. Did he do test? No, did he send for a blood workup? No, did he act like I was wasting his time and lying? Yes! Prescribed me a controversial medication and told me to come back in 8 weeks. You think I'm coming back? Ya right!
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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This guy clearly doesn't want to bothered with "tr – May 25, 2022
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As a patient who waited 2 years to see a speacialist, months to get an appointment for an URGENT rheum referral due to lupus only to go in and have my time wasted. Dr khalegi didn’t even bother doing any evaluation or testing- basically refused. never referring this office or dr.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Dec 07, 2021
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If I could give Dr. Khaleghi and his staff 100 stars I would! Dr. Khalenghi is so kind and patient - he really cares and spends time with you discussing treatment plans. His PA Janet is also amazing. Everyone in the office is so nice and helpful.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 28, 2021
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Dr. Khaleghi has been treating me for a few years. His entire staff is fantastic. Everyone is accommodating and extremely professional. Dr. Khaleghi always explains my treatment plan and always ensures I'm coping well with my situation. I was recently seen by P.A. Janet. Janet is extremely thorough and explains the treatment plan and you never feel rushed. She is so kind and it's easy to see that she really cares about her patients. I'm not surprised though. Dr. Khaleghi would never subject his patients to sub standard care. Thank you Dr. Khaleghi for providing your patients with great staff and the best medical care!!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Judie Callan – May 05, 2020
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Was referred to Dr. Khaleghi a few years ago with debilitating hip, spine, and joint pain. He was extremely dismissive and rude, wasn't interested in medical history or symptoms, just focused on a recent negative ANA test. When told my grandmother had Polymyositis, he actually told me no, she didn't! I didn't even know how to respond, having watched my grandmother waste away from the disease listed on her death certificate. And as soon as he found out a parent had died of suicide, he said depression was my only problem. At that, I broke down in tears from humiliation and frustration, which confirmed hysterical depressed female in his mind, I'm sure. He must have felt slightly guilty because he then poked at my skin, "testing" for fibromyalgia. I've never been treated so rudely by anyone, and I was there for his help! I lost 5 years of treatment for Ankylosing Spondylitis because of Dr. Khalegi, which he should have recognized had he only cared a bit. Stay away from him, he is cruel.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
12 people found this helpful
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AS – Jun 19, 2019
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Dr. Khaleghi literally saved my life. Because lupus is a mysterious disease, many doctors do not understand or know how to treat lupus. Dr. Khaleghi knows EXACTLY how to manage this serious condition and looks at every patient holistically. His staff are AMAZING! They are efficient, knowledgeable, considerate, and always makes sure you see the doctor when you need to. For anyone suffering from lupus or any condition in the rheumatology "family", Dr. Khaleghi is Numbre one!!!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Melia in newport beach, CA – Aug 14, 2018
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Dr. khaleghi is caring and tries treatment to further benefit my condition
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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5 Star! in newport beach – Aug 07, 2018
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I don't know what else some patient's look for as a great doctor, but to me Dr.Khaleghi takes his time and you don't feel rushed. He answers questions and concerns. Staff is very friendly and helpful. I drive over 2 hours to see him and it's worth it.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Laura – Aug 06, 2018
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Insensitive Doctor.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
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Chicago, IL – Dec 11, 2017
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It is astounding Dr Khaleghi has positive reviews. He is dismissive, condescending and rude. He does not go above and beyond to care and validate his patients.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
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Chicago, IL – Dec 11, 2017
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Horrible experience. I was referred by my primary to discuss an ongoing bout with osteoporosis. The referral asked the doctor to look for rheumatoid arthritis. He said I had no symptoms. I asked to discuss my osteoporosis and he wouldn’t even talk to me about it. I spoke with a receptionist later about this and she was shocked that he wouldn’t addressed my health concerns. The insurance group said the same. I did see some positive reviews of the doctor. My experience was much different.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
11 people found this helpful
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Santa Ana, CA – Nov 29, 2017
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It's a shame when doctors do not seem to care about the well-being of his patients. I found dr Khaleghi to be incredibly cold, uncaring, and dismissive. When I see near-5-star reviews for this low-level service of a doctor, I lose faith in internet reviews; it's impossible that someone with such lack of professionalism could be scored that high. I was incredibly unhappy with his lack of healthcare.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
14 people found this helpful
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Fullerton, CA – Sep 30, 2017
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Dr. Khaleghi was the most condescending and un-empathetic doctor I have ever encountered. He never let me talk, and invalidated everything that is going on with me. He doesn't believe in blood work, only in physical symptoms. He only tested my flexibility, and based on that, nothing was wrong with me--even though my blood work said different. He was also rude to my mom about her RA diagnosis and didn't believe she had RA either though she has her own rheumatologist for 20 years
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
9 people found this helpful
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Alyssa in Huntington Beach, CA – Aug 18, 2017
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The best doctor highly recommended
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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R. Obligar in Cerritos ca. – Nov 24, 2016
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Initital exam was very quick and involved almost no physical assessment. He seemed uninterested in my joint pain and swelling.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
16 people found this helpful
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Lynn P in LAGUNA NIGUEL – Oct 12, 2016
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Once he made the diagnosis that it was indeed RA he put me on a very aggressive RA program of Methotrexate, & Folic Acid, which is pretty much the gold standard. Within about a year 1/2 I am now in remission with minor flare up here & there. He's very approachable & I never have a problem with getting an appointment ever! His website lists all the procedures, lab results, medications you are on or have taken so all the info he has, you have as well at your fingertips. I love that!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
9 people found this helpful
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Joe in Irvine, CA – Oct 11, 2016
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It takes 4 months of waiting period to get an appointment. After 4 months when you finally reache for appointment, on time, you are made to wait for another 30 minutes before you get to meet the doctor. Not happy with wait time.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
8 people found this helpful
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Anaheim, CA – Sep 02, 2016
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He was polite, but glossed over me because of my age (22) and history of anxiety. I told him about my chronic joint pain, but claimed I don't want to diagnose you because then you'll worry (probably referring to my history of anxiety) instead of doing tests on me to make sure. I got my blood taken by my regular doctor and I tested positive for lupus recently, meaning I probably have another kind of autoimmune disorder, which Dr. Khaleghi could have diagnosed had he done tests.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
23 people found this helpful
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Sarah Licata in Tustin, CA – May 07, 2016
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Dr. Mir Behnam Khaleghi Damavandi, MD is a Rheumatology Specialist in Tustin, CA and has over 32 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Khaleghi...Read more

Specialties

  • Rheumatology

Board Certifications

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St Barnabas Hospital

Residency Hospital, 1999

Cooper Hlth Sys

Fellowship Hospital, 1999

St Barnabus Hosp

Internship Hospital, 1997

Shaheed Beheshti

Medical School, 1991

  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
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    Dr. Mir Behnam Khaleghi Damavandi, MD specializes in Osteoporosis & Screening. See more on Healthgrades.

    What is Dr. Mir Behnam Khaleghi Damavandi, MD's office address?

    Dr. Khaleghi Damavandi's office is located at 1422 Edinger Ave Ste 130, Tustin, CA 92780. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

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    Pacific Rheumatology Medical Center

    Pacific Rheumatology Medical Center1422 Edinger Ave Ste 130 Tustin, CA 92780
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    Dr. Khaleghi Damavandi is affiliated with the following hospital. Select the hospital below to learn more.

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    Providence St. Joseph Hospital Orange

    Orange, CA

    79% Patients that would definitely recommend, 9% higher than the national average

    5 Awards Received

    Award Highlight: America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2022)