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Summary
Dr. Lalitha Papineni specializes in internal medicine, providing comprehensive care for adult patients with complex medical conditions. She earned her medical degree from Guntur Medical College and brings 26 years of clinical experience to her practice. Her extensive background in internal medicine allows her to manage a wide range of health concerns affecting adults.
Dr. Papineni practices at UNC Health Johnston in Smithfield, North Carolina, where she focuses on treating patients with chronic kidney disease and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). She performs cardiac enzyme studies to evaluate heart function and oversees home blood glucose monitoring for patients managing diabetes. Her expertise also includes therapeutic hypothermia treatments for patients requiring specialized temperature management protocols.
Dr. Papineni practices at UNC Health Johnston in Smithfield, North Carolina, where she focuses on treating patients with chronic kidney disease and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). She performs cardiac enzyme studies to evaluate heart function and oversees home blood glucose monitoring for patients managing diabetes. Her expertise also includes therapeutic hypothermia treatments for patients requiring specialized temperature management protocols.
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Quick Facts
- 26 years of experience
- Guntur Medical College
- 1 specialty
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Office Location
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Critical Care Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 26 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience | 9 Years of Experience | 12 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | |||
| Smithfield , NC | Lyons , CO | Raleigh , NC | Raleigh , NC |
| Med School: Guntur Medical College | Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | Med School: Wake Forest School Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
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Certifications, License, & Education
26 Years Experience
Dr. Lalitha Sri Papineni holds an active medical license in the state of North Carolina.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of North Carolina that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Guntur Medical College in 2000.
NPI Number
Dr. Papineni's NPI number is 1467748988.
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