Dr Pettijohn has been my doctor for approximately 17 years. I wouldn't change unless he left the practice.
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Biography


Dr. Pettijohn is board-certified in cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of Texas and his medical degree from Texas Tech University School of ...
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Education
Medical School: Texas Tech University Health Science Center (1992)
Internship: Internal Medicine, Baylor Scott & White Memorial Hospital Temple (1993)
Residency: Internal Medicine, Baylor Scott & White Memorial Hospital Temple (1995)
Medical School: Baylor Scott & White Memorial Hospital Temple (1995)
Fellowship: Cardiovascular disease, Baylor Scott & White Memorial Hospital Temple (1998)
Certifications
Cardiovascular Disease- American Board of Internal Med/Cardiovascular Disease Interventional Cardiology- American Board of Internal Med/Interventional Cardiology
Hospital Affiliations
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Plano
Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital - Denton
Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital - Plano
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Frisco
Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital - McKinney

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Reviews (637) for Trent Pettijohn, MD

Overall
4.9*
averageRating metric
4.7
Wait Time at Clinic
4.8
Time Care Provider spent with Patient
4.9
Provider showed concern
4.9
Provider included you in decisions
4.9
Rate provider 0-10
4.9
Friendliness/Courtesy of Care Provider

Patient Comments**

4.8 Apr 12, 2025 Dr Pettijohn has been my doctor for approximately 17 years. I wouldn't change unless he left the practice.
4.6 Apr 12, 2025 Thank you for caring
5.0 Apr 11, 2025 Dr Pettijohn and his team are the best. Professional, considerate, and caring.
5.0 Apr 7, 2025 I have always been provided excellent care. Prompt, listens and explains any issues or concerns.
4.5 Apr 4, 2025 No nonsense, direct,
5.0 Apr 3, 2025 Efficient, knowledgeable, amicable
5.0 Apr 1, 2025 Great doctor. Thorough. Asks the right questions and answered any questions I had.
5.0 Mar 30, 2025 Dr Pettijohn has been our cardiologist for 11 years and we both, my husband and I, while he was alive have had the greatest confidence in him. Hei has it all, a competent and gentle manner. Thank you Doctor.
5.0 Mar 30, 2025 Knowledgeable
5.0 Mar 29, 2025 Very professional and personal. So blessed to have Dr Pettijohn as my Cardiologist. Asked many questions and he stays on top of my treatments.
5.0 Mar 27, 2025 Excellent. Very through. Listens to concerns, I would recommend Dr. Trent PETTIJOHN to anyone who needs a great cardiologist physician.
5.0 Mar 27, 2025 Very personable.
5.0 Mar 26, 2025 I have been a patient with Dr Pettijohn for over ten years. He and his staff have ALWAYS been courteous, professional, and reliable in their service to me. I highly recommend Dr Pettijohn as a cardiologist who can be trusted in maintaining up to date information and care. Thank you.
5.0 Mar 25, 2025 I have been trusting my cardiology care to Dr. Pettijohn for over 20 years and even though I have retired and moved 200 miles away I still drive that to meet personally with him when necessary or for annual tests.
5.0 Mar 25, 2025 Dr. Pettijohn took the time to listen to us and provide guidance. That is very much .appreciated,
4.8 Mar 22, 2025 Caring professional
3.9 Mar 22, 2025 Very good, consistent. Staff is great as well.
5.0 Mar 19, 2025 Great service. Great communicator
5.0 Mar 18, 2025 Dr. Pettijohn has been caring for me for close to 20 years. He is knowledgeable and helpful.
5.0 Mar 18, 2025 Long time patient, always good visit
5.0 Mar 18, 2025 Dr. Pettijohn is the best. He is so attentive to your needs and so caring. He has a great bedside manner.
5.0 Mar 17, 2025 Very professional and Dr. Pettijohn always asks if I have any questions. He answers my concerns and helps me in every way.
4.4 Mar 16, 2025 Visit was on time and efficient.
4.7 Mar 15, 2025 He is the smartest physician that I have ever seen in my 61 years. He knows about so much more than the heart and has referred me to several other providers who all have been satisfactory. I consider him my primary care physician ever since mine retired.
5.0 Mar 15, 2025 Everyone is very professional and helpful. I am an organized person, and they are also
5.0 Mar 12, 2025 Very good all professional staff
4.8 Mar 12, 2025 The Dr cares about his patients and it's obvious
5.0 Mar 11, 2025 Extremely professional, to-the-point, and easy to communicate with.
4.9 Mar 8, 2025 He is very knowledgeable and cares about my total health.
5.0 Mar 7, 2025 From my first visit onward, Dr. Pettijohn has taken the time to work with me to find what combination of medications help my control my condition.
5.0 Mar 6, 2025 Time efficient
4.8 Mar 5, 2025 Dr Pettijohn was prepared for our appointment and provided insight into the results of the recent Echo and plans going forward in my recovery.
4.8 Mar 5, 2025 Dr. Pettijohn is the best. He always makes sure the patient understands the recommended treatment plan.
5.0 Mar 5, 2025 Listens carefully to any concerns that I have
5.0 Mar 4, 2025 Great physician! Very thorough!
4.8 Mar 4, 2025 Good guy.
5.0 Mar 4, 2025 Dr. Pettijohn is just the best doctor and has the best staff. They are very caring about your care.
5.0 Mar 3, 2025 Caring and helpful to locate specialist for other difficulties.
5.0 Mar 1, 2025 Pettijohn is the best
5.0 Mar 1, 2025 Dr. Pettijohn is the most compassionate, thorough physician.
5.0 Mar 1, 2025 I feel so fortunate to have found Dr. Pettijohn and the Baylor Scott & White Cardiovascular Consultants - Plano approx. 2 years ago. Can't say enough kind words about the entire office. The BEST!
5.0 Mar 1, 2025 Excellent Doctor and always feel he is watching out for me.
4.8 Feb 26, 2025 Very informative
4.8 Feb 26, 2025 Everything was outstanding
5.0 Feb 26, 2025 Very knowledgeable, asked question, and listened.
5.0 Feb 26, 2025 Timely and efficient
5.0 Feb 23, 2025 Extremely Pleased.
5.0 Feb 21, 2025 Dr. Pettijohn along with his staff are wonderful! Everyone is so caring and friendly toward me. Dr. Pettijohn is very thorough going through my records and gives me the best care. He truly wants the best for me.
4.8 Feb 18, 2025 Efficient
4.7 Feb 16, 2025 He is a good and thoughtful listener :)
5.0 Feb 14, 2025 Very thorough and caring
5.0 Feb 12, 2025 He's the best! Excellent guidance, listens & gives top recommendations, tests & follow up care.
4.6 Feb 12, 2025 Very professional, excellent communicator, listens attentively and answers all questions, very direct and purposeful, minimal wait time, super organized
5.0 Feb 10, 2025 Dr. Pettijohn is precise, competent and caring.
4.5 Feb 10, 2025 Excellent visit as usual
4.5 Feb 8, 2025 Always a smooth experience.
5.0 Feb 8, 2025 Excellent
4.6 Feb 8, 2025 Dr Pettijohn is easy to communicate with.
5.0 Feb 5, 2025 Appointment check up was in timely manner and thorough.
5.0 Feb 3, 2025 EXCELLENT
5.0 Jan 31, 2025 Dr Pettijohn has been treating me and keeping me going for over 25 years. I have complete trust and faith in him.
4.2 Jan 31, 2025 Answered all questions but visit seemed rushed. I was not finished with all my questions & had to interrupt him when he was going over final med & appointment sheet.
5.0 Jan 30, 2025 Excellent
4.2 Jan 29, 2025 Very professional in every way & answered all my questions
4.9 Jan 29, 2025 It was a routine exam, proper treatment during the visit.
4.5 Jan 28, 2025 Honest. Professional
5.0 Jan 24, 2025 A thorough doctor
5.0 Jan 23, 2025 OUTSTANDING
5.0 Jan 21, 2025 The best in Texas
5.0 Jan 21, 2025 Excellent
4.8 Jan 21, 2025 Prompt. Provided good info and plan for future visits.
3.2 Jan 19, 2025 Thorough and competent.
5.0 Jan 17, 2025 He listens!
4.8 Jan 10, 2025 He knew my history and explained a diagnosis, showing me a picture of what was going on. He took his time and wasn't in a hurry.
5.0 Jan 8, 2025 I am so pleased with the staff entirely. Dr. Trent Pettijohn is so concerned and caring provider. He is always informed on all my care. Love all of you at his office.
4.7 Jan 7, 2025 Dr. Pettijohn is a knowledgeable and caring doctor.
5.0 Jan 4, 2025 Great doctor and staff
4.6 Jan 4, 2025 KNOWLEDGEABLE; PROFESSIONAL; COURTEOUS
5.0 Dec 31, 2024 Excellent! Would recommend him to anyone in need of a cardiologist.
5.0 Dec 26, 2024 Dr. Pettijohn is an excellent physician. I have seen him for multiple years, had multiple procedures and he cares for the patient and provides excellent medical services.
5.0 Dec 25, 2024 Great all around. Timely, nice people & great medical attention & recommendations.
5.0 Dec 25, 2024 I have great confidence in Dr Pettijohn
4.9 Dec 24, 2024 Seems to be very straightforward and worked with me through the portal to address my concerns
5.0 Dec 19, 2024 Dr Pettijohn has been looking after my needs for years. I have full confidence in him.
5.0 Dec 18, 2024 I'm impressed with how well I am treated and how through the doctor and nurses are.
5.0 Dec 17, 2024 Very knowledgeable, kind, explains well
4.7 Dec 17, 2024 He listens and always is concern for my health.
4.8 Dec 16, 2024 Thorough, professional, knowledgeable. Great doctor!
5.0 Dec 14, 2024 Dr Pettijohn is friendly and personable. He answered my questions and was very knowledgeable.
5.0 Dec 13, 2024 Very easy to communicate with, good exchange of information when I asked a question. I did not feel rushed through The appointment, Dr Pettijohn took time to explain everything that was going on, his observations and his recommendations and actions. I was very satisfied
5.0 Dec 13, 2024 Excellent!
5.0 Dec 13, 2024 Top Tear service with Dr Trent and the staff, they are very professional and concerned about your health. I love them all.
5.0 Dec 12, 2024 Very nice guy listens we'll.
5.0 Dec 12, 2024 Excellent Doctor
5.0 Dec 11, 2024 I have been seeing Dr Pettyjohn for over 20 years. He is the best!!!
5.0 Dec 10, 2024 Thorough
5.0 Dec 7, 2024 Dr. Pettijohn is the best! He is always so kind and attentive to my needs and always does his best to take care of my health needs. I could not ask for more.
4.8 Dec 5, 2024 Excellent, professional care. Super friendly front desk!
5.0 Dec 4, 2024 Very professional Love Dr Pettijohn He's the best
5.0 Dec 4, 2024 You can always count on excellent care and concern for your needs with Dr. Pettijohn.He is truly the best in his field.
4.6 Dec 3, 2024 Trent is an excellent doctor. Has been my cardiologist for years. Good man.
4.8 Nov 30, 2024 Knowledgeable, caring, effecient
5.0 Nov 27, 2024 He always gives you his full attention and make sure that you're both on the same page.
5.0 Nov 26, 2024 He is professional but personal as well. Easy to talk to and is a good listener. Very competent. If I were to change anything I would suggest looking at the patient while they are talking instead of looking at the computer screen. But, it's not a deal breaker at all. The expert ability is worth that small imperfection.
5.0 Nov 23, 2024 Excellent
5.0 Nov 23, 2024 Dr Pettijohn is very thorough and explains everything in a way that you can understand! Because of his expertise, I dodged a heart attack! I would recommend him to everyone who needs a cardiologist!
4.8 Nov 22, 2024 Great experience as always- provides excellent care
4.8 Nov 22, 2024 Very helpful in defining my issue, also gave a couple of books to read regarding the area.
4.9 Nov 21, 2024 Dr. Pettijohn takes the time to listen to me, even when disparate observations of ongoing changes I experience may not be obvious patterns of things and yet seeks to help find a cause or explanations. Too often, it's too easy for doctors to ignore or discard things like this as random. And sometimes they are - but listening to your patients is so important.
5.0 Nov 21, 2024 Most professional doctor I have
5.0 Nov 21, 2024 I FEEL VERY COMFORTABLE WITH HIM
4.8 Nov 21, 2024 He took the time to answer my questions and has a very good bedside manner
5.0 Nov 20, 2024 Dr Pettijohn and his Team are Excellent in providing the Best of care. Thank you.
5.0 Nov 20, 2024 Dr. Pettijohn listens to the patient's concerns and prescribes what he feels best to alleviate the issues.
5.0 Nov 20, 2024 Excellent. Helpful and efficient
4.7 Nov 12, 2024 Very fast and thorough.
4.8 Nov 12, 2024 Wonderful experience. Dr Pettijohn is kind, listens and ask good questions.
5.0 Nov 11, 2024 I have always been impressed with his expertise and caring. He his major impact on my medical guidance's.
5.0 Nov 9, 2024 Professional, quick and efficient
5.0 Nov 9, 2024 Very satisfied, as always
5.0 Nov 8, 2024 Dr Pettijohn is excellent and caring. Extremely informative and his staff are very attentive
5.0 Nov 8, 2024 Great service
4.8 Nov 8, 2024 Trent is thorough in his examination and answers questions as I ask them.
5.0 Nov 8, 2024 Very good explanations. Patiently listened and responded to all questions.
5.0 Nov 7, 2024 He is a great doctor. Takes time and checks all the details. BUT does not ask for unwanted treatments or procedures. Some of the doctors do that to either earn more or for any other reason. So I like this doctor very much.
4.8 Nov 6, 2024 ListensAsks relative questions Allowed appropriate time for consultation

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