Dr. Marappa Gownder Nalle, MD

Dr. Marappa Nalle is an internal medicine physician who specializes in hospital medicine, bringing nearly three decades of medical expertise to patient care. He earned his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. With 29 years of experience treating patients, Dr. Nalle has developed deep expertise in managing complex medical conditions that require hospitalization and specialized care.

Dr. Nalle practices at Banner Desert Medical Center in Mesa, Arizona, and maintains an affiliation with UPMC Mercy. His clinical focus includes treating patients with chronic kidney disease, including advanced stage 5 kidney disease, and managing hypertensive emergencies. He also provides compassionate end-of-life care through hospice services, palliative care, and helps patients and families navigate decisions about life-prolonging treatments. Patients consistently rate Dr. Nalle highly for his care, …giving him an average rating of 5.0 stars.