Summary

Dr. Venugopal Prabaker specializes in internal medicine with additional expertise in adolescent medicine, bringing over five decades of medical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Madras Medical College and completed his residency training at Lutheran Medical Center. His extensive experience spans 51 years of caring for patients across multiple age groups. Dr. Prabaker is fluent in Spanish, Chinese, Russian, and English, enabling him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Prabaker practices at multiple Sharp Healthcare locations throughout San Diego County, including facilities in La Mesa, Chula Vista, and San Diego. He focuses on treating conditions such as high cholesterol, iron deficiency anemia, and elevated cholesterol levels in children and teenagers. His clinical expertise includes performing complete blood counts, kidney function tests, and general blood work to help diagnose and monitor various health conditions. Patients rate Dr. Prabaker 4.3 out of 5 stars for his care and service.
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Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 51 years of experience
  • 53 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Chinese, Russian, English
  • Lutheran Medical Center
  • 48 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Venugopal Prabaker has 5 locations

Personal Physicians

7339 El Cajon Blvd Ste ILa Mesa, CA 91942
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Dr. Venugopal Prabaker

7339 El Cajon BlvdLa Mesa, CA 91942

Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center

751 Medical Center CtChula Vista, CA 91911

Sharp Memorial Hospital

7901 Frost StSan Diego, CA 92123

Sharp Grossmont Hospital

5555 Grossmont Center DrLa Mesa, CA 91942

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51 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, Chinese, Russian, English Speaks English
La Mesa , CABeverly Hills , CAUpland , CADiamond Bar , CA
Med School: Madras Medical College Med School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Venugopal Prabaker

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community Health Group
  • Community Health Group - HMO
  • Community Health Group - Medicaid (Managed)
  • GEHA
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Net - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Mercy Care
  • Mercy Care - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • State Farm
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Venugopal Prabaker has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Venugopal Prabaker has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Adolescent Medicine
  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

51 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Lutheran Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Madras Medical College in 1976 and Tulane University School Of Medicine in 1975.

NPI Number

Dr. Prabaker's NPI number is 1467401042.

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Dr. Venugopal Prabaker is affiliated with Sharp Coronado Hospital.
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