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Summary
Lalita Turaga, DPM, is a well-rounded, board-certified podiatrist who provides surgical and non-surgical care for foot and ankle conditions, with special interests in diabetic limb salvage, and foot and ankle trauma. Her patient-centered, integrated approach takes into consideration the whole body, including associated co-morbidities. Dr. Turaga is a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association and Washington State Podiatric Medical Association. She believes strongly in service to others and often performs medical mission trips to India to operate on patients with Hansen's Disease (Leprosy). Away from work, she enjoys baking and hiking, and she follows World Cricket.
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 37 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Hindi, Telugu
- Foot & Ankle Surgical Fellowship, Emory University, Atlanta, GA
- 1 specialty
- 1 area of expertise
- 1 office location
- Female
Office Location
Franciscan Wound Care at St. Joseph
1802 S Yakima Ave Suite 104 & Suite 208Tacoma, WA 98405 Tel: (253) 426-6739
Mon7:45 am - 4:00 pm
Tue7:45 am - 4:00 pm
Wed7:45 am - 4:00 pm
Thu7:45 am - 4:00 pm
Fri7:45 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
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| Med School: DPM, Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine, Chicago, IL | |||
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Lalita Turaga
Medical Specialties
Lalita Turaga has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Lalita Turaga has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
Lalita Turaga holds an expired medical license in the state of Washington.
Medical License
Doctor Of Podiatric Medicine with an expired medical license in the state of Washington that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at Foot & Ankle Surgical Fellowship, Emory University, Atlanta, GA.
Residency
Completed their residency at Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Residency, Cook County Hospital/Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Centre, Chicago, IL.
Medical School
Graduated from DPM, Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine, Chicago, IL.
NPI Number
Lalita Turaga's NPI number is 1700266509.
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- What languages does Lalita Turaga speak?
- Lalita Turaga speaks English, Hindi, and Telugu.
- Where is Lalita Turaga's office located?
- Lalita Turaga's office is located at 1802 S Yakima Ave Suite 104 & Suite 208, Tacoma, WA, 98405.
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