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Summary
Dr. Vara Ponnada is an internal medicine and family medicine physician who earned her medical degree from Kurnool Medical College. With 34 years of clinical experience, she provides comprehensive care for patients across multiple age groups and health conditions. Her dual specialization allows her to serve as both a primary care provider for families and an internist focused on adult medicine.
Dr. Ponnada practices at Unitypoint Health Allen Hospital and sees patients in Waterloo, Iowa. She frequently treats patients with type 2 diabetes, heart failure, and chronic kidney disease. Her clinical expertise includes performing diagnostic tests such as creatinine clearance studies and comprehensive metabolic panels to monitor kidney function and overall health.
Dr. Ponnada practices at Unitypoint Health Allen Hospital and sees patients in Waterloo, Iowa. She frequently treats patients with type 2 diabetes, heart failure, and chronic kidney disease. Her clinical expertise includes performing diagnostic tests such as creatinine clearance studies and comprehensive metabolic panels to monitor kidney function and overall health.
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Quick Facts
- 34 years of experience
- 16 insurance plans accepted
- Kurnool Medical College
- 2 specialties
- 7 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Vara Venkata Padma Kamala Ponnada has 2 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Vara Venkata Padma Kamala Ponnada, MD | Dr. Daniel Joseph Darnold, MD | Dr. Timothy Paul Gerst, MD | Dr. Anthony Alan Day, MD |
| Internal Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 34 Years of Experience | 35 Years of Experience | 23 Years of Experience | 34 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, Tagalog | Speaks Spanish, English | |
| Waterloo , IA | Waverly , IA | Manchester , IA | Nashville , TN |
| Med School: Kurnool Medical College | Med School: University Of Iowa | Med School: UNIVERSITY OF IOWA ROY J AND LUCILLE A CARVER COLLEGE OF MEDICINE | Med School: University Of Iowa |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Vara Venkata Padma Kamala Ponnada
Medical Specialties
Dr. Vara Venkata Padma Kamala Ponnada has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Vara Venkata Padma Kamala Ponnada has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
34 Years Experience
Dr. Vara Venkata Padma Kamala Ponnada holds an active medical license in the state of Iowa.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Iowa that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Kurnool Medical College in 1992.
NPI Number
Dr. Ponnada's NPI number is 1093076671.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Vara Ponnada affiliated with?
- Dr. Vara Ponnada is affiliated with Unitypoint Health Allen Hospital.
- Where is Dr. Vara Ponnada's office located?
- Dr. Vara Ponnada's office is located at 1825 Logan Ave, Waterloo, IA, 50703.
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