Dr. Suja Perakathu, MD | Harlingen, TX | Family Physician

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Dr. Suja Perakathu is a family medicine physician who has been caring for patients for 27 years. She earned her medical degree from Universitatea Ovidius Constanta Facultatea De Medicina and completed her residency training at Valley Baptist Medical Center. Dr. Perakathu speaks both English and Spanish, helping her connect with diverse patients in the Rio Grande Valley.

Dr. Perakathu practices at multiple locations throughout Harlingen and Brownsville, Texas, with affiliations at Harlingen Medical Center, Valley Baptist Medical Center Brownsville, and Valley Regional Medical Center. She treats patients dealing with anxiety and anxiety disorders, providing comprehensive family care for emotional and mental wellness concerns. Patients have given Dr. Perakathu an average rating of 4.6, reflecting their confidence in her compassionate approach to healthcare.

Overview based on verified provider data

4.6

35 Ratings
27 years of experience
18 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Valley Baptist Medical Center
19 written reviews
1 specialty
7 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
5 office locations
Female

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Perakathu's Ratings and Reviews

4.6

35 Ratings with 19 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 19 Minutes

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Had a good bedside manner: (22) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
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Provided follow-up after the visit: (21) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
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Have been a patient since she started out. She has always been awesome no matter what the situation.

March 4th, 2020

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I would recommend her to anyone. She is great and kind and very nice.

August 16th, 2019

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I was recommended to Dr. Perakathu by a couple of friends. I am so glad I took their advice. Her staff and nurses are sweet and patient unlike the doctor's office I was seeing before. Dr. Perakathu gives me her undivided attention every time and does not treat me like just another patient. She has found issues with my health that my other doctor didn't find in 11 years. I am so satisfied with her care that I am now going to switch my mom and husband from their general doctors to Dr. Perakathu because she is so much more thorough.

July 24th, 2019

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Dr. Pilli spent so much time with my elderly mom that has just gotten out of the hospital from a fall. My mom left encouraged and believed that she is going to get well for the first time since her trauma. Many many thanks

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 9th, 2019

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Dr. Perakathu has been my doctor for years. From my very first appointment with her through present, she has always performed with the utmost care and concern for my well being. Not just from a physician standpoint but from a personal standpoint. She is extremely knowledgeable in her field and stays abreast of the latest medical news/updates and various studies which helps her stay on top. I rate her 5 STARS!!!!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 9th, 2019

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DR PERAKATHU IS AWESOME A REAL COMMPASIONATE DR AND TAKES THE TIME TO EXPLAIN THINGS TO HER PATIENTS

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 9th, 2019

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Dr Perakathu is excellent. She listens to your concerns and talks thru course of action.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 2nd, 2019

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Great clinic, staff and doctor. All very nice and polite and work fast to get you what you need.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 2nd, 2019

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An amazing person, she listens and cares. The clinic is great, always helpful.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 24th, 2019

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This doctor is incredible I recommend her so much to everyone. Front desk is great- really like this Clinic overall.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 21st, 2019

Family Care Clinic Harlingen

597 W Sesame Dr Ste BHarlingen, TX 78550

Tel: (956) 423-3343

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 - 12:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Valley Baptist Medical Center Brownsville

1040 W Jefferson StBrownsville, TX 78520

Tel: (956) 698-5400

Valley Regional Medical Center

100 E Alton Gloor BlvdBrownsville, TX 78526

Tel: (956) 350-7000

Dhr Brownsville Health

4750 N ExpresswayBrownsville, TX 78526

Tel: (956) 362-1100

Trinity Health Services

222 N ExpresswayBrownsville, TX 78521

Tel: (956) 592-1311


Dr. Suja Perakathu, MD	Helix Virtual Care	Zainab T Javed, APRN, FNP-BC	Angie Brown
Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.6 (35 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
27 Years of Experience			17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish		Speaks English, Urdu, Hindi, Punjabi	Speaks English
Harlingen , TX	Boca Raton , FL	Irving , TX	Plainfield , IN
Med School: Universitatea Ovidius Constanta Facultatea De Medicina
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Dr. Suja Perakathu 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 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Valley Baptist Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Universitatea Ovidius Constanta Facultatea De Medicina in 1999.

NPI Number

Dr. Perakathu's NPI number is 1972897874.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Suja Perakathu affiliated with?: Dr. Suja Perakathu is affiliated with Harlingen Medical Center.
What languages does Dr. Suja Perakathu speak?: Dr. Suja Perakathu speaks English and Spanish.

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