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Dr. Akella Chendrasekhar, MD

Dr. Akella Chendrasekhar, MD

Critical Care Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Akella Chendrasekhar, MD is a critical care surgery specialist in Staten Island, NY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Miami Miller School of Medicine in 1988. He is affiliated with Richmond University Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 3 reviews 5 Star Rating (3 reviews)

Practice

355 Bard Ave Staten Island, NY 10310

Make an Appointment

(718) 818-2420

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Chendrasekhar specializes in the areas of Critical Care Surgery & General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Low Wait Times
    Patients are usually seen in 10 minutes or less.
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Chendrasekhar's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Chendrasekhar

5.0

3 ratings, 1 with written review
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
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About Me

care philosophy

As a Trauma-Critical care surgeon, I believe in rendering the best care to all my patients regardless of ethnicity or socioeconomic class. I treat all patient with dignity, respect and professionalism. I am constantly updating my knowledge base and provide my patients with the most up-to date and evidence based care.

  • Critical Care Surgery

  • General Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • American Board Of Surgery-general Surgery Board Certification

    1995

  • University Minn Hosps

    Fellowship Hospital, 1994

  • Brooklyn Hospital Center

    Internship Hospital, 1989

  • Brooklyn Hospital Center - Downtown Campus

    Internship Hospital, 1989

  • University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1988

  • Mit

    Undergraduate School, 1982
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada®
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
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Critical Care Surgery†
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General Surgery†
†Self designated 
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More than three years ago
Michigan Board of Medicine
State Medical Board of Ohio

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Locations

Practice

Saint Vincent Catholic Medical Center355 Bard Ave Staten Island, NY 10310
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Richmond University Medical Center

    355 Bard Ave
    Staten Island, NY 10310
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

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