3.7
6 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Venkata Kovvali specializes in cardiovascular disease, bringing five decades of medical expertise to cardiac care. They earned their medical degree from Andhra Medical College in Visakhapatnam, India, and completed comprehensive training including an internship, residency, and fellowship in adult cardiovascular medicine at Coney Island Hospital in Brooklyn. With 50 years of experience in cardiology, Dr. Kovvali speaks English and serves patients throughout East Texas.
Dr. Kovvali practices at The Heart Institute of East Texas in Lufkin and maintains hospital privileges at Chi Saint Luke's Health Memorial Lufkin. They focus on treating complex cardiovascular conditions including aortic stenosis, cardiac arrhythmias, and atherosclerosis. Their clinical services encompass diagnostic cardiology, general and preventive cardiac care, and specialized heart failure management. Patients have given Dr. Kovvali an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
Dr. Kovvali practices at The Heart Institute of East Texas in Lufkin and maintains hospital privileges at Chi Saint Luke's Health Memorial Lufkin. They focus on treating complex cardiovascular conditions including aortic stenosis, cardiac arrhythmias, and atherosclerosis. Their clinical services encompass diagnostic cardiology, general and preventive cardiac care, and specialized heart failure management. Patients have given Dr. Kovvali an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 50 years of experience
- 1 insurance plan accepted
- speaks English
- Fellowship in Adult Cardiovascular Medicine Coney Island Hospital Brooklyn NY
- 1 written review
- 2 specialties
- 6 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Provided follow-up after the visit
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Office Location
The Heart Institute of East Texas
310 Gaslight BlvdLufkin, TX 75904 Tel: (936) 632-8787
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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| Venkata R. Kovvali, MD | Dr. Ravinder Bachireddy, MD | Dr. Francia Rojas, MD | Dr. Vijaiganesh Nagarajan, MD |
| Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 50 Years of Experience | 53 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks English |
| Lufkin , TX | Lufkin , TX | Houston , TX | Katy , TX |
| Med School: Andhra Medical College Visakhapatnam A.P. India | Med School: Osmania Medical College | ||
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Venkata R. Kovvali
Medical Specialties
Venkata R. Kovvali has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Venkata R. Kovvali has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
50 Years Experience
Venkata R. Kovvali 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
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at Fellowship in Adult Cardiovascular Medicine Coney Island Hospital Brooklyn NY in 1994.
Residency
Completed their residency at Residency Coney Island Hospital Brooklyn in 1991.
Internship
Completed their internship at Internship Coney Island Hospital Brooklyn in 1988.
Medical School
Graduated from Andhra Medical College Visakhapatnam A.P. India in 1976.
NPI Number
Venkata R. Kovvali's NPI number is 1629054317.
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- Venkata Kovvali's office is located at 310 Gaslight Blvd, Lufkin, TX, 75904.
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- Which hospitals is Venkata Kovvali affiliated with?
- Venkata Kovvali is affiliated with Chi Saint Lukes Health Memorial Lufkin.
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