3.2
5 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Ratnakishore Pallapothu is a surgeon who specializes in bariatric surgery, helping patients achieve significant weight loss through surgical interventions. He earned his medical degree from Guntur Medical College and completed his residency at the University at Buffalo. With 29 years of medical experience, Dr. Pallapothu has developed extensive expertise in weight loss procedures and related surgical techniques. He is fluent in English.
Dr. Pallapothu practices at Lourdes Hospital in Columbia, South Carolina. His clinical focus includes treating obesity and being overweight, as well as addressing pediatric obesity in younger patients. He also treats ventral hernias, which can develop after previous surgeries or due to weakness in the abdominal wall. The procedures he performs include laparoscopy, a minimally invasive surgical technique that uses small incisions and specialized instruments. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.2 on Vitals.
Dr. Pallapothu practices at Lourdes Hospital in Columbia, South Carolina. His clinical focus includes treating obesity and being overweight, as well as addressing pediatric obesity in younger patients. He also treats ventral hernias, which can develop after previous surgeries or due to weakness in the abdominal wall. The procedures he performs include laparoscopy, a minimally invasive surgical technique that uses small incisions and specialized instruments. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.2 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- 29 years of experience
- 30 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- University At Buffalo
- 1 written review
- 3 specialties
- 3 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
Ratnakishore Pallapothu
1850 Laurel StColumbia, SC 29201 Tel: (803) 376-5982
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 29 Years of Experience | 37 Years of Experience | 38 Years of Experience | 39 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English |
| Columbia , SC | Shelby Township , MI | Norfolk , VA | Charlotte , NC |
| Med School: Guntur Medical College | Med School: Midwestern University-Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Ratnakishore Pallapothu
Medical Specialties
Ratnakishore Pallapothu has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Ratnakishore Pallapothu has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
29 Years Experience
Ratnakishore Pallapothu holds an active medical license in the state of South Carolina.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of South Carolina that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at University At Buffalo.
Medical School
Graduated from Guntur Medical College in 1998 and GUNTUR MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1997.
NPI Number
Ratnakishore Pallapothu's NPI number is 1629228549.
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- Ratnakishore Pallapothu is affiliated with Lourdes Hospital.
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- Ratnakishore Pallapothu speaks English.
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