Lakshmi P Baddela, M.D. 4 North Avenue, Bel Air, MD 21014

"I wish I thought to visit this lady's reviews before I used her services. I don't know who is worse, the receptionist or Badella. Theres so much to say. I don't understand why there is no remorse for a patient who you did not notify or make contact with for an entire 3 weeks, knowing at the last conversation that the patient was out of medication. Please. I hope everyone decides to check Badella's reviewsand remember her name, so they don't find themselves in a bind. Totally disappointed."

"Badella removed me from my medications cold turkey contrary to common medical practice and discharged me from her practice without warning! I had horrible withdraw and I was lucky to not be hospitalized. Shes constantly behind schedule and makes patients wait for a half hour or more so don't bother showing up on time. When you do see her she seems like she has somewhere better to be."

"Looking for a compassionate and caring psychiatrist who will listen to your needs and show empathy towards you as a patient and a person? Save your time and go somewhere else. My first appointment with Dr. Baddela was very disappointing. I was taken back 30 minutes late, and when i finally was able to start talking to her, i was interrupted by what seemed to be friends of Dr. Baddela walking in and talking for around 5 minutes— very unprofessional. I was then given a prescription for my ADD, which i had terrible side effects from so i tried 4 TIMES! in the span of a month to get in contact with Dr. Baddela after one of my follow up appointments had to get rescheduled.. no luck. And to put the cherry on top of my experience with this “practice”, my mother went into her office today to try to get a form filled out (for my college so they are aware of my diagnoses), only to have her very rude secretary tell her that I have been discharged as a patient and i have to get another doctor to fill my form out. This came with no warning at all and it was especially surprising, considering all the times i tried to call and make another appointment. Like I had first stated, save you time and go to someone who is more professional and caring."

"I have seen Dr Baddela for years. I agree that she appears to seem distant, but she really isn’t. Every psychiatrist that I have met have the same demeanor, but that is what I would expect. As far as the office staff I personally find them pleasant and easy to talk to. I gave 4 stars because I agree there is some communication problems with returning calls. I have had to wait past my appointment time with her but I have had the same with every doctor I have seen. She doesn’t rush you out and actually takes the time to listen, so I would think that is why she doesn’t appear to be on time. I would recommend her."

"Absolutely terrible! She has written me incorrect prescriptions at least 3x. Her receptionist is rude and will overcharge you if you don't pay VERY close attention (I end up having to do the math on my phone at the same time just to be safe). The doctor is so cold, extremely unhelpful and could care less about you. She cancels appointments constantly and is always running late because her receptionist double-books her (and she will rush your appointment as such!) After being a patient for 4 years (it's difficult to find a doctor that works with my hours) I was discharged for using her after hours line ONCE with a medical concern (that clearly could not wait until the next day!) She's a horrible person and terrible doctor!"