5
3 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Vijay Chaku is an internal medicine physician who also specializes in critical care medicine. He earned his medical degree from Government Medical College Srinagar and completed his residency at Hurley Medical Center. With over five decades of medical practice, Dr. Chaku brings extensive experience to patient care. He is fluent in English.
Dr. Chaku is affiliated with Covenant Medical Center Cooper and practices in Saginaw, Michigan. He focuses on treating chronic lung disease, COPD, and chronic bronchitis. His approach to care includes physical therapy and strength training programs to help patients build endurance and manage their conditions. Dr. Chaku also performs general blood testing to monitor patient health. Patients have given him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.
Dr. Chaku is affiliated with Covenant Medical Center Cooper and practices in Saginaw, Michigan. He focuses on treating chronic lung disease, COPD, and chronic bronchitis. His approach to care includes physical therapy and strength training programs to help patients build endurance and manage their conditions. Dr. Chaku also performs general blood testing to monitor patient health. Patients have given him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 52 years of experience
- 18 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Hurley Medical Center
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 4 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Vijay Chaku has 4 locationsChaku Vijay Office
3400 Shattuck Rd Ste 1Saginaw, MI 48603 Tel: (989) 791-2512
Mon10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Tue10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Wed10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Thu10:00 am - 3:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Vijay Chaku, MD | Eric Harker | Dr. Nicholas Elias Haddad | Dr. Nicholas James Damico |
| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Infectious Disease | Radiation Oncology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 52 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience | 30 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | ||
| Saginaw , MI | Lyons , CO | Saginaw , MI | Saginaw , MI |
| Med School: Government Medical College Srinagar | Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | Med School: American University Of Beirut Faculty Of Medicine | Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Vijay Chaku
Medical Specialties
Dr. Vijay Chaku has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Vijay Chaku has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
52 Years Experience
Dr. Vijay Chaku holds an active medical license in the state of Michigan.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Michigan that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Hurley Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Government Medical College Srinagar in 1974.
NPI Number
Dr. Chaku's NPI number is 1700823127.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Dr. Vijay Chaku's office located?
- Dr. Vijay Chaku's office is located at 3400 Shattuck Rd Ste 1, Saginaw, MI, 48603.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Vijay Chaku affiliated with?
- Dr. Vijay Chaku is affiliated with Covenant Medical Center Cooper.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Vijay Chaku?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Vijay Chaku here on Vitals.
- Does Dr. Vijay Chaku accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Vijay Chaku has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Dr. Vijay Chaku accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Vijay Chaku accepts on their Vitals profile.
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