Lalana Babugowda, MD

Dr. Lalana Babugowda specializes in family medicine and internal medicine, providing comprehensive care for patients of all ages. She earned her medical degree from Government Medical College in Bellary and completed her internship at University of Illinois Hospital and Clinic in 1995, followed by her residency at University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1997. With 38 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Babugowda serves patients in multiple languages including English, Hindi, Kannada, and Telugu.

Dr. Babugowda practices at Optum in Palm Harbor, Florida, and maintains hospital privileges at AdventHealth North Pinellas. She focuses on managing high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric hypertension cases. Her practice also emphasizes preventive care through breast cancer screenings using advanced imaging techniques like digital breast tomosynthesis and scintimammography. Patients have given her an average rating of 2.4 out of 5 on Vitals.