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Dr. Lalitha Vakkalanka, MD

Dr. Lalitha Vakkalanka, MD

Internal Medicine*

Dr. Lalitha Vakkalanka, MD is an internist in Fullerton, CA. She is affiliated with Providence St. Joseph Hospital Orange. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.1 Star Rating
Based on 7 reviews 2.1 Star Rating (7 reviews)

Practice

140 E Commonwealth Ave Ste 100 Fullerton, CA 92832
Telehealth available
(714) 773-4111

At a Glance

  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Vakkalanka's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Vakkalanka

2.1
7 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 star
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1 star
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doctor is a no-show
Director: Lalitha Murthy Vakkalanka, Sunny Hills Medical Center and Urgent Care, Fullerton, CAAugust 4, 2023WAITING over 3 months to see a doctor, who has a sandwich-sign on the sidewalk that states: Walk-Ins Welcome; Urgent Care; Primary Care; Behavioral Care ...When I walked in, I was told that I could not be seen until they verified my insurance,so they took copies of:My California ID;My Original Medicare Card (Not Medicare Part C Advantage which would be limited to certain insurance companies);My California Medical Benefits Card (which is not tied to any insurance company).I made sure they had my personal contact information. I took the flyer from Doctor Lalitha Vakkalanka, MD, whom they said would be my Primary Care Physician. I explained that I live nearby, and do not have a car, so the location is essential.After over 3 weeks, I came in with my care-giver, and the office had lost my info.I gave it again. They wanted to contact me, but I said we would wait i
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
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Aug 05, 2023
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She was not aware of her patient information, not prepared, she was rude, her assistant was more aware of things than her, a really bad experience.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
6 others found this helpful
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Soledad, CA – Feb 02, 2017
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Is extremely condescending. If you want a doctor to talk down to you for having the nerve to ask a question, I suppose this is the one for you.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 others found this helpful
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Derrick in Salinas, CA – Jun 29, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr Vakkalanka's expertise is in preventative care for acute/chronic illnesses in adults. Her passion lies in practicing holistic medicine wherein she combines using traditional practice of medicine with modalities such as meditation/yoga, diet,...read more

biography

Dr. Lalitha Vakkalanka is a MD trained in Internal Medicine. She graduated from a medical school in India and completed internship at Emanuel Hospital in Portland/OR and residency in internal medicine at MLK Hospital in Los Angeles. For the past...read more

  • Internal Medicine

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  • San Joaquin General Hosp., French Camp, Ca

    Residency Hospital

  • Gandhi Medical College/ Osmania University, India

    Medical School

  • Mlk/charles R. Drew Medical Center, Los Angeles, Ca

    Residency Hospital, 2003

  • Emanuel Hospital & Health Center, Portland, Or

    Internship Hospital, 1992
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Locations

Practice

Sunny Hills Behavioral Health Inc.140 E Commonwealth Ave Ste 100 Fullerton, CA 92832
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Practice

Gilroy Health Clinic9460 N Name Uno Ste 110 Gilroy, CA 95020
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Providence St. Joseph Hospital Orange

    1100 W Stewart Dr
    Orange, CA 92868
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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