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Dr. Srinivas Kalala, MD

Dr. Srinivas Kalala, MD

Gastroenterology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Srinivas Kalala, MD is a gastroenterologist in Waterloo, IA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Kalala has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from Sri Siddhartha Medical College in 1994. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Waverly Health Center and UnityPoint Health-Allen Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 60 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (60 reviews)

Cedar Valley Digestive Health Center

1015 S Hackett Rd Waterloo, IA 50701
Telehealth available

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(319) 234-5990

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Kalala is affiliated with UnityPoint Health-Allen Hospital Waterloo, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Kalala is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Kalala specializes in the areas of Gastroenterology & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • 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. Kalala's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kalala

4.5

60 ratings, 41 with a written review
5 Star
83%
83%
4 Star
3%
3%
3 Star
3%
3%
2 Star
2%
2%
1 Star
8%
8%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Feb 06, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 27, 2024
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
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Shaun – May 10, 2024
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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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Sheryl L. – Jul 04, 2023
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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
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 29, 2019
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 14, 2019
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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
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 03, 2019
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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
No results
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Feb 02, 2019
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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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Feb 02, 2019
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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
No results
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Cedar Falls, IA – Dec 29, 2018
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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
No results
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Waterloo – Dec 27, 2018
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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
No results
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Paula Davis in Cedar Falls , IA – Dec 05, 2018
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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
No results
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WATERLOO, IA – Nov 27, 2018
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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
No results
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Sharon Nelson in Washburn, IA – Nov 06, 2018
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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
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 03, 2018
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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
No results
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Cedar Falls, IA – Nov 02, 2018
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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
What could be improved
No results
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Waterly, IA – Oct 03, 2018
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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
No results
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Sep 12, 2018
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dave in Waterloo, IA – Aug 31, 2018
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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
No results
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Cathy Ketton in Waterloo, IA – Aug 03, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr Srinivas Kalala is a gastroenterologist who's been practicing digestive health since 2008. His professional interests include inflammatory bowel disease, colon cancer screening and gastro esophageal reflux disease. Dr Kalala is American Board Certified in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine.

biography

Dr. Srinivas Kalala is a gastroenterologist who's been practicing digestive health since 2008. His professional interests include inflammatory bowel disease, colon cancer screening and gastro esophageal reflux disease. Dr. Kalala is American Board Certified in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine.

  • Gastroenterology

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  • Westchester Med Ctr, New York Medical College

    Fellowship Hospital, 2008

  • Westchester Med Center Ny Medical College

    Internship Hospital, 2002

  • Sv Medical College

    Residency Hospital, 1999

  • Sri Siddhartha Medical College

    Medical School, 1994
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Internal Medicine
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Dr. Kalala is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Cedar Valley Digestive Health Center

    Cedar Valley Digestive Health Center1015 S Hackett Rd Waterloo, IA 50701
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    • Waverly Health Center

      312 9th St SW
      Waverly, IA 50677

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

      88%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      6% higher than the national average

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

      1% lower than the national average

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    • Floyd County Medical Center

      800 11th St
      Charles City, IA 50616

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

      92%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      85%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

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    • Grundy County Memorial Hospital

      201 E J Ave
      Grundy Center, IA 50638

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

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      82%
      Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

      5% higher than the national average

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