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Dr. Praveen Sunkara specializes in internal medicine, providing comprehensive care for adult patients with complex medical conditions. He earned his medical degree from Gandhi Medical College Secunderabad and brings 32 years of experience to his practice. Dr. Sunkara speaks English fluently with his patients.
Dr. Sunkara practices at multiple Ascension facilities, including Saint Alexius in Hoffman Estates and Alexian Brothers locations in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. He has particular expertise in treating serious conditions such as heart failure, acute kidney injury, and sepsis. His procedural skills include therapeutic hypothermia, an advanced treatment used to protect organs and improve patient outcomes in critical care situations.
Dr. Sunkara practices at multiple Ascension facilities, including Saint Alexius in Hoffman Estates and Alexian Brothers locations in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. He has particular expertise in treating serious conditions such as heart failure, acute kidney injury, and sepsis. His procedural skills include therapeutic hypothermia, an advanced treatment used to protect organs and improve patient outcomes in critical care situations.
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Quick Facts
- 32 years of experience
- speaks English
- Gandhi Medical College Secunderabad
- 1 specialty
- 6 areas of expertise
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Praveen Sunkara has 3 locationsAscension Alexian Brothers Rehabilitation Hospital
935 Beisner RdElk Grove Village, IL 60007 Tel: (847) 640-5600
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| 32 Years of Experience | 26 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Hindi | Speaks English, Polish, Spanish |
| Elk Grove Village , IL | Chicago , IL | Bellwood , IL | Maywood , IL |
| Med School: Gandhi Medical College Secunderabad | Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina | Med School: Pt.Bd.Sharma Pgims , Rohtak | |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Praveen Sunkara has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Praveen Sunkara has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
32 Years Experience
Dr. Praveen Sunkara holds an expired medical license in the state of Illinois.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Gandhi Medical College Secunderabad in 1994.
NPI Number
Dr. Sunkara's NPI number is 1841438967.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Praveen Sunkara affiliated with?
- Dr. Praveen Sunkara is affiliated with Ascension Saint Alexius, Ascension Alexian Brothers, and Ascension Alexian Brothers Rehabilitation Hospital.
- What languages does Dr. Praveen Sunkara speak?
- Dr. Praveen Sunkara speaks English.
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