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Dr. Nalini Namassivaya, MD

Dr. Nalini Namassivaya, MD

Critical Care Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Nalini Namassivaya, MD is a critical care medicine specialist in Utica, NY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine in 1985. She is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Practice

35 Riverside Dr Utica, NY 13502

Make an Appointment

(315) 735-2294

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Namassivaya specializes in the areas of Critical Care Medicine & Pulmonary Disease. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Namassivaya's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Namassivaya

4.2
9 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 star
67%
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4 star
11%
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3 star
11%
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2 star
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1 star
11%
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SEVERE BREATHING PROBLEMS & FORCED TO WEAR A MASK
Can't breathe? Don't go to MVHS Pulmonary & Critical Care Group in Utica if you can't breathe with a mask on. 80 yrs old, COPD, 1 1/2 lungs, on oxygen 24/7...can't walk 5' on humid days without stopping to rest and catch her breath. MVHS Pulmonary & Critical Care at 35 Riverside Dr in Utica REFUSED to see my mom for a checkup ,that took us a month to get, because she would not put a mask on. A patient with SEVERE BREATHING PROBLEMS and her lung care specialists insist that she wears a mask that RESTRICTS HER BREATHING EVEN MORE. This isn't uncomfortable. This is life threatening. Wearing a mask increases her rapid breathing and stress, trying to get enough oxygen. She could stroke out at worst. I don't know if this REFUSAL OF SERVICE came from Dr. Namassivaya herself, a nurse practitioner, or who, but this is a very poor human and professional response. No alternatives were presented, for instance wear a face shield instead of a mask, or get a covid test before coming in...nothing.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Nona Case – Aug 26, 2022
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Dr. Namassivaya is an extremely intelligent,very professional, compassionate physician.She is very dedicated to providing exceptional medical care to every patient she encounters. Losing her has left a significant void in the medical community in this area. Terribly missed by those who were fortunate enough to know her!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Maureen in Gasport, NY – May 24, 2016
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Always delivers the best care for her patient. Very thorough, Very professional, Highly qualified. A wonderful Doctor!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
No results
4 others found this helpful
Helpful
Anne Adams-Smutzer in Kenmore,NY – Jan 30, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Nalini Namassivaya, MD is a critical care medicine specialist in Utica, NY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine in 1985. She is accepting new patients.

  • Critical Care Medicine

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  • University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1985
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
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Critical Care Medicine
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Pulmonary Disease
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Within the last one to three years
New York State Board for Medicine

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Locations

Practice

Mvhs Medical Group-Pulmonary Medicine & Critical Care Group35 Riverside Dr Utica, NY 13502
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Practice

St Elizabeth Medical Center2209 Genesee St Utica, NY 13501
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