Summary

Dr. Vijay Chaku is an internal medicine physician who also specializes in critical care medicine. He earned his medical degree from Government Medical College Srinagar and completed his residency at Hurley Medical Center. With over five decades of medical practice, Dr. Chaku brings extensive experience to patient care. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Chaku is affiliated with Covenant Medical Center Cooper and practices in Saginaw, Michigan. He focuses on treating chronic lung disease, COPD, and chronic bronchitis. His approach to care includes physical therapy and strength training programs to help patients build endurance and manage their conditions. Dr. Chaku also performs general blood testing to monitor patient health. Patients have given him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 52 years of experience
  • 18 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Hurley Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Vijay Chaku has 4 locations

Chaku Vijay Office

3400 Shattuck Rd Ste 1Saginaw, MI 48603
Mon10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Tue10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Wed10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Thu10:00 am - 3:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Covenant Medical Center Harrison

1447 N Harrison StSaginaw, MI 48602

Mymichigan Medical Center Saginaw

800 S Washington AveSaginaw, MI 48601

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52 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 50 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Saginaw , MILyons , COSaginaw , MISaginaw , MI
Med School: Government Medical College Srinagar Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Jaffna Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Midwestern University-Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Vijay Chaku

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan - HMO
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Alliance - HMO
  • Health Alliance - Medicare
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Priority Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Vijay Chaku has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Vijay Chaku has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Critical Care Medicine (im)

Certifications, License, & Education

52 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Michigan, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Hurley Medical Center

Medical School

Government Medical College SrinagarGraduated in 1974

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Vijay Chaku accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Vijay Chaku accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Vijay Chaku affiliated with?
Dr. Vijay Chaku is affiliated with Covenant Medical Center Cooper.
What languages does Dr. Vijay Chaku speak?
Dr. Vijay Chaku speaks English.
Where is Dr. Vijay Chaku's office located?
Dr. Vijay Chaku's office is located at 3400 Shattuck Rd Ste 1, Saginaw, MI, 48603.
Is Dr. Vijay Chaku accepting new patients?
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