Prakash Shrestha, MD | Lubbock, TX | Infectious Disease Specialist

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Dr. Shrestha is a infectious disease medicine physician in Lubbock, Texas with over 5 years of experience. Takes a comprehensive approach to diagnosing and treating infections, protecting patient health and community well-being. He approaches every visit as a partnership, making sure patients have the information they need to take an active role in their health.

accepting new patients
4.9

14 Ratings
30 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio
14 written reviews
1 award
2 specialties
12 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

Patients appreciate Dr. Prakash Shrestha and his team for their exceptional care, noting their informative nature and the comfort they provide. They commend Dr. Shrestha for his quick responsiveness, especially after hours, and value his critical role in their healthcare. While overwhelmingly positive, the reviews do not highlight specific negative experiences or feedback, indicating a generally high level of patient satisfaction with the services provided by Dr. Shrestha and his staff.

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He and his nurse had read my files thoroughly and were sincerely interested in my condition and recovery. Excellent care!

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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
Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

May 26th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Provider was always kind and very supportive during visits

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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
Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

May 18th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Prakash Shrestha and his team are the best in every way

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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
Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

February 28th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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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
Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

January 23rd, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Provider Very informative. Nurse was great

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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
Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

December 14th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr shrestha step up when I was discharged from the hospital and accepted me as a pt for one time care need

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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
Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

October 6th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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I think Dr Prakash Shrestha and his team are the best, they always make me feel at ease and comfortable.

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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
Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

October 6th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Great care

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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
Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

September 18th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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I have the utmost respect for Dr. Shrestha and his care team.

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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
Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

August 12th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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I ALWAYS get answers quickly, even if it's after hours. The nurses are excellent! This provider is vital to my ongoing health care. All of the people at this office are GREAT!

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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
Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

June 7th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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4102 24th St Ste 403Lubbock, TX 79410

Tel: (806) 725-7150

Mon8:00 am - 5:30 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:30 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:30 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:30 pm

Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed


Prakash Shrestha, MD	Dr Christopher Crist	Dr. Dennis E Duriex	Dr Jacob Nichols
Infectious Disease	Internal Medicine	Infectious Disease	Infectious Disease
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients
4.9 (14 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	4.7 (10 Ratings)	5 (3 Ratings)
	17 Years of Experience	42 Years of Experience	12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks Spanish, Arabic, English	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks Spanish, Arabic, English
Lubbock , TX	Lubbock , TX	Lubbock , TX	Lubbock , TX
	Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina	Med School: Ponce Health Sciences University School Of Medicine	Med School: Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Accepts Medicare
Accepts Medicaid
Accountable / Interplan Health Group
Aetna Choice POS II (Covenant Employees)
Aetna West Texas Preferred
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan HMO / PPO / Exchange
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Check-up
Fever
Heartburn
Hepatitis C
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV/AIDS)
Immunization
Infection
Infectious Disease Specialist
Physical
Vaccination
Weight Loss
Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Prakash Shrestha holds an expired medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Texas that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio in 2017.

Residency

Completed their residency at Guthrie Robert Packer Internal Medicine Residency Program in 2012.

NPI Number

Prakash Shrestha's NPI number is 1346472206.

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