Summary

Dr. Vimala Rapaka treats chronic lung disease, COPD, and COPD with comorbidities, and performs pulmonary function testing, bronchodilator reversibility testing, and asthma challenge tests. She practices pulmonology, critical care medicine, and internal medicine with 25 years of experience.

She earned her medical degree from Rangaraya Medical College and is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Akron General, Summa Health System Akron Campus, and Cleveland Clinic, seeing patients across locations in Akron, Uniontown, Massillon, and Cleveland, Ohio. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Rapaka 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 25 years of experience
  • Rangaraya Medical College
  • 3 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 5 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Vimala Rapaka has 5 locations

Cleveland Clinic Akron General

1 Akron General AveAkron, OH 44307

Cleveland Clinic Akron General Health And Wellness Center Green

1946 Town Park BlvdUniontown, OH 44685
Mon7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri7:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Summa Akron City Hospital

141 N Forge StAkron, OH 44304

Cleveland Clinic

9500 Euclid AveCleveland, OH 44195

Jackson Health Center

7337 Caritas Cir NW Ste 280Massillon, OH 44646
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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25 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Akron , OHCanton , OHCanton , OHCanton , OH
Med School: Rangaraya Medical College Med School: Dayanand Medical College Med School: Medical University Of The Americas (Nevis) Med School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Vimala Rapaka

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Vimala Rapaka has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Vimala Rapaka has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Critical Care Medicine (im)
  • Internal Medicine
  • Pulmonary Disease

Certifications, License, & Education

25 Years Experience

Dr. Vimala Rapaka holds an expired medical license in the state of Ohio.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Ohio that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Rangaraya Medical College in 2001.

NPI Number

Dr. Rapaka's NPI number is 1295901536.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Vimala Rapaka affiliated with?
Dr. Vimala Rapaka is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Akron General, Summa Health System Akron Campus, and Cleveland Clinic.
Where is Dr. Vimala Rapaka's office located?
Dr. Vimala Rapaka's office is located at 1 Akron General Ave, Akron, OH, 44307.
Does Dr. Vimala Rapaka accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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