Dr. Venugopal Prabaker, MD | La Mesa, CA | Internist

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Dr. Venugopal Prabaker specializes in internal medicine with additional expertise in adolescent medicine. He completed his medical education at Madras Medical College and pursued his residency training at Lutheran Medical Center. With over five decades of clinical experience, Dr. Prabaker brings extensive knowledge to caring for patients ranging from teenagers to adults. He is fluent in Chinese, English, Russian, and Spanish.

Dr. Prabaker practices throughout the Sharp healthcare system in La Mesa and San Diego. He treats conditions such as high cholesterol, iron deficiency anemia, and elevated cholesterol levels in young patients. His procedural expertise includes performing complete blood counts, kidney function tests, and various blood work analyses. Patients rate Dr. Prabaker 4.3 out of 5 stars on average for his care.

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accepting new patients
4.3

94 Ratings
51 years of experience
53 insurance plans accepted
speaks Chinese, English, Russian, Spanish
Lutheran Medical Center
48 written reviews
2 specialties
7 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
5 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Prabaker's Ratings and Reviews

4.3

94 Ratings with 48 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 13 Minutes

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Patients’ Perspective

Gave an accurate diagnosis: (53) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Had a good bedside manner: (55) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Spent time with me: (52) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (50) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
Flexible scheduling: (55) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
Staff was courteous: No Ratings

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Excellent Doctor, he also is training new interns which I think is great their getting al the new technology on prevention on your health. Great Doctor!!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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March 22nd, 2021

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Dr. P and his nurse Christina are amazing! Always there when I need them, even if it’s after hours. Highly recommend.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

December 31st, 2020

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I likevthe doctor and the nurse there always in happy mood.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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October 22nd, 2020

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Been going for 10 years. Excellent care and concern. Very Pleased/

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

September 24th, 2020

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April 8th, 2020

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Good listener,takes action to get to bottom of your Medical problem. Spends time with you.

February 20th, 2020

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Everyone there in the office is so friendly and genuine. Dr. Lockwood is already the best doctor I’ve ever had, she’s the kind I always wanted to have and didn’t know existed in real life until now. Not only did she know my best course of treatment, which is obviously very helpful, she also displayed a warmth and kindness I don’t see very often in anybody...ever. I am so so grateful for the experience I had there because seeing someone so invested in my health has made me more invested in my own health.

September 22nd, 2019

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My experience with Dr and his entire staff has always exceeded my expectations. Dr. Is my partner in health. He is compassionate and kind. He truly cares.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 28th, 2019

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I had to finally request a new primary Dr because last ones office was not following through on ANYTHING. Asked about my lab results was not shown anything. Couldn’t get referrals, or prescriptions done correctly. Switched to this office everything done I’m one shot! It was great!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 27th, 2019

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Dr. Prabaker is the best doctor I have met. Hes very thoural, explains everything to his patients and makes sure that you know whats going on with your health o his patients

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 27th, 2019

Personal Physicians

7339 El Cajon Blvd Ste ILa Mesa, CA 91942

Tel: (619) 698-0606

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Dr. Venugopal Prabaker

7339 El Cajon BlvdLa Mesa, CA 91942

Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center

751 Medical Center CtChula Vista, CA 91911

Sharp Memorial Hospital

7901 Frost StSan Diego, CA 92123

Sharp Grossmont Hospital

5555 Grossmont Center DrLa Mesa, CA 91942


Dr. Venugopal Prabaker, MD	Dr. Nima Ghadimi, MD	Karthikeyan Viswanathan, DO	Dr. Alaa Hajal, MD
Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.3 (94 Ratings)	3.8 (27 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
51 Years of Experience	29 Years of Experience	12 Years of Experience	15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Chinese, English, Russian, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Tamil
La Mesa , CA	Scottsdale , AZ	Palo Alto , CA	Diamond Bar , CA
Med School: Madras Medical College	Med School: Univ Iberoamericana Unibe Santo Domingo	Med School: Bassett Medical Center - Cooperstown, New York	Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Adolescent Medicine
Check-up
Heartburn
Immunization
Physical
Vaccination
Weight Loss

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Lutheran Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Madras Medical College in 1976 and Tulane University School Of Medicine in 1975.

NPI Number

Dr. Prabaker's NPI number is 1467401042.

Michael Aaron Benaderet
Infectious Disease
14 Years Exp | Ramona, CA
(0)
Gangadhar Vajrala
Pediatrics
24 Years Exp | San Diego, CA
(0)
Nancy Joan Goodman
Emergency Medicine
47 Years Exp | San Diego, CA
(0)
Catherine Farrar Canada
Pediatrics
60 Years Exp | LA JOLLA, CA
(0)
Bradley S Matsubara
Diagnostic Radiology
28 Years Exp | SAN DIEGO, CA
(0)
Kazuko Matsuda
Pediatrics
35 Years Exp | LA JOLLA, CA
(0)
Merril Joy Gersten
Infectious Disease
50 Years Exp | San Diego, CA
(0)
David Thomas Hagerty
Nephrology
45 Years Exp | SAN DIEGO, CA
(0)
Adrian Y Wu
Allergy & Immunology
37 Years Exp | San Diego, CA
(0)
Daniel P Vankammen
Psychiatry
58 Years Exp | SAN DIEGO, CA
(0)

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What languages does Dr. Venugopal Prabaker speak?: Dr. Venugopal Prabaker speaks Chinese, English, Russian, and Spanish.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Venugopal Prabaker affiliated with?: Dr. Venugopal Prabaker is affiliated with Sharp Coronado Hospital.
Where is Dr. Venugopal Prabaker's office located?: Dr. Venugopal Prabaker's office is located at 7339 El Cajon Blvd Ste I, La Mesa, CA, 91942.

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