Summary

Dr. Avaneesh Jakkoju specializes in cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology, bringing 18 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Gandhi Medical College at NTR University of Health Services and completed his residency training at LSU Health Science Center, finishing in 2016. Dr. Jakkoju further advanced his expertise through fellowship training in interventional cardiology at LSU Health Science Center in New Orleans, completing the program in 2019. He provides care in English for his patients.

Dr. Jakkoju practices at Baylor Scott & White Hillcrest Cardiology Clinic in Waco, Texas, and maintains affiliations with Ochsner University Hospital And Clinics. His clinical focus includes treating heart failure and coronary artery disease, with particular expertise in coronary artery disease affecting women. He performs diagnostic procedures such as contrast echocardiography and transthoracic echocardiograms to evaluate heart function. Patients have given Dr. Jakkoju an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars for his care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 18 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • LSU Health Science Center - New Orleans
  • 9 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me
  • Flexible scheduling

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Baylor Scott & White Hillcrest Cardiology Clinic

50 Hillcrest Medical Blvd Ste 303Waco, TX 76712
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseInterventional Cardiology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
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18 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish
Waco , TXKaty , TXHouston , TXWaco , TX
Med School: Gandhi Medical College - NTR University of Health Services (Education) Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Avaneesh Jakkoju

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Peoples Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Vantage Health Plan, Inc.
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Avaneesh Jakkoju has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Avaneesh Jakkoju has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

18 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2026, Active
Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

LSU Health Science Center - New Orleans2019

Residency

LSU Health Science Center - University hospital and clinics2016
LSU Health Science Center2014

Medical School

Gandhi Medical College - NTR University of Health Services (Education)Graduated in 2008

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Dr. Avaneesh Jakkoju's office is located at 50 Hillcrest Medical Blvd Ste 303, Waco, TX, 76712.
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Dr. Avaneesh Jakkoju speaks English.

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