Dr. Venkat R. Vavilala, MD | Merrillville, IN | Nephrology

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Dr. Vavilala graduated from the Osmania Medical College,Osmania Medical College in 1991. He works in Merrillville, IN and 4 other locations and specializes in Nephrology and Internal Medicine.

accepting new patients
4.8

31 Ratings
35 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
Osmania Medical College
17 written reviews
2 specialties
8 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
9 office locations
Male

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He is a good doctor

August 31st, 2022

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Dr. Vavilala is a very good doctor. He’s very calming and doesn’t rush you. He’s not only a great doctor but, a very nice person!

August 8th, 2022

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Takes time and explained in terms that are understandable

August 3rd, 2022

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Dr Vavilala is caring and compassionate. He will take the time you need to make sure you understand what is happening or going to happen. I appreciate everything that Dr does for me. He took over my career after my dr of 20 years retired. So imagine trying to fill those shoes. Dr V did a great job. And he is understanding of my home situation, which means a great to me.

March 3rd, 2021

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I am very pleased with my visit to Dr Vavilala. He was so caring and explained my Kidney disease to me and steps that I needed to take for my care. He patiently answered all of my questions. The staff was very efficient and friendly and the facility is clean and welcoming.

January 20th, 2021

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Dr. Vavilala is always thoughtful, thorough and honest. He always enquires about my day to day health issues, has a wonderful bedside manner and is never quick to push a new or not thoroughly vetted treatment method on his patients. I’ve been a patient of Dr. Vavilala for over 10 years and hold both he and his and his staff in high regard. ~ James

December 6th, 2020

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All the people in his office we're very happy to do all they could to make my busy. Quick and efficient efficien. The Dr. Was very informative and answered all the questions I had. Everything was done well.

November 5th, 2020

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I have been seeing doctor for many years now. He is truly a friend and a very caring doctor. I have the highest regardI have been seeing doctor for many years now. He is truly a friend and a very caring doctor. I have the highest regard for this man. I feel as though I am a member of his familyI feel as though I am a member of his family. Tom Rogan

October 14th, 2020

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Dr. Vavilala is a wonderful doctor. Very kind and helpful with a great bedside manner!

October 8th, 2020

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Polite, considerate, helpful

September 24th, 2020

Nephrology Associates Of Northern Illinois And Indiana

90 W 86th AveMerrillville, IN 46410

Tel: (219) 791-1555

Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:30 am - 4:00 pm

Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:30 am - 4:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 2:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Merrillville

550 W 84th DrMerrillville, IN 46410

Tel: (219) 795-1990

Mon6:00 am - 6:00 pm

Tue6:00 am - 6:30 pm

Wed6:00 am - 6:00 pm

Thu6:00 am - 6:30 pm

Fri6:00 am - 6:00 pm

Sat5:30 am - 5:30 pm

SunClosed

Methodist Hospitals Southlake Campus

8701 BroadwayMerrillville, IN 46410

Tel: (219) 738-5500

Northwest Health Porter

85 E Us Highway 6Valparaiso, IN 46383

Tel: (219) 983-8300

Franciscan Health Dyer

24 Joliet StDyer, IN 46311

Tel: (219) 865-2141

Franciscan Health Munster

701 Superior AveMunster, IN 46321

Tel: (219) 922-4200

Community Hospital

901 Macarthur BlvdMunster, IN 46321

Tel: (219) 836-1600

Franciscan Health Crown Point

12750 Saint Francis DrCrown Point, IN 46307

Tel: (219) 738-2100

Crown Point Dialysis Center

851 W Burrell DrCrown Point, IN 46307

Tel: (219) 662-2648

Mon5:00 am - 6:00 pm

Tue6:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Wed6:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Thu6:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Fri6:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Sat6:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Sun6:00 pm - 6:00 pm


Dr. Venkat R Vavilala, MD	Dr. Olusoji Anthony Peter, MD	Dr. Andy Agen Davis, MD	Dr. Chirag Natubhai Patel, MD
Nephrology	Geriatric Medicine	Cardiovascular Disease	Internal Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.8 (31 Ratings)	3 (3 Ratings)	2.7 (3 Ratings)	4.6 (5 Ratings)
35 Years of Experience	38 Years of Experience	51 Years of Experience	30 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English
Merrillville , IN	Merrillville , IN	Chicago , IL	Merrillville , IN
Med School: Osmania Medical College	Med School: University Of Ibadan College Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Accepts Medicare
Accepts Medicaid

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Chronic Renal Disease
Dialysis
End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)
Hemodialysis
Internal Medicine
Kidney Biopsy
Urinalysis

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Indiana, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Osmania Medical CollegeGraduated in 1992

Osmania Medical CollegeGraduated in 1991

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What languages does Dr. Venkat Vavilala speak?: Dr. Venkat Vavilala speaks English and Spanish.
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Where is Dr. Venkat Vavilala's office located?: Dr. Venkat Vavilala's office is located at 90 W 86th Ave, Merrillville, IN, 46410.
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