Dr. Venkata Bodavula, MD
Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
25+ years of experience
Dr. Venkata Bodavula, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Bridgeton, MO and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Gandhi Medical College / Osmania University in 1997. He is affiliated with medical facilities Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital and Mercy Hospital Lincoln. He is accepting new patients.
4.2 Star Rating
Based on 44 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (44 reviews)
Practice
3394 McKelvey Rd Ste 115 Bridgeton, MO 63044Make an Appointment
Hospital Highlight
Dr. Bodavula is affiliated with Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital Saint Peters, a highly rated hospital.
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- Explains Conditions Well
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Dr. Bodavula's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bodavula
4.2
44 ratings, 31 with a written review
| 5 star | 77% | 77% |
| 4 star | 2% | 2% |
| 3 star | 0% | 0% |
| 2 star | 2% | 2% |
| 1 star | 18% | 18% |
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Very rude. Didn’t want to listen as to why I’m in pain. Told him I been in pain over six months and needed something prescribed and he cut me off saying you’ll get that after the surgery. Mind you none of the OTC medicines are working.
What went well
- Wait times
What could be improved
- Office environment
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Sandra Perry – Jan 18, 2024
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Excellent work
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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Oct 16, 2023
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Failed surgery
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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Aug 03, 2023
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Very Satisfied !!
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
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Highly Recommend !! – Oct 28, 2022
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On-time appointment. He seemed very concerned about me as a person. He quickly diagnosed my problem. Issue involved some minor surgery. During the surgery he carried on a conversation with me that kept my mind off of what he was doing. Fixed my problem with one visit and a followup. I highly recommend Dr. Bodavula.
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
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Mike Bauer – Jan 26, 2022
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Dr. Bodavula is very easy to talk to and explains everything in a good manner. I highly recommend him to take care of any problem with your hand that you may need.
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
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Denise Jackson – Jan 20, 2022
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Dr. Bodavula is always professional and friendly and did a great job on both my hands.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
- Staff wasn't friendly
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Alma – Jan 08, 2022
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Just had carpal tunnel surgery on my left hand. Dr. Bodavula did my right hand a few years ago. Excellent! He is a pleasure to work with. Timely appointments, short wait times, several area locations.
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
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May 18, 2021
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Dr. Bodavula is a great surgeon and also has a fantastic surgery team! Thank you for putting my pinky back together and monitoring my process for the past 3.5 months! I would definitely recommend.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Kelly Morgan – Mar 27, 2021
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Though the patient are warned that unavoidable delays may occur, I never encountered any. The Doctor and his staff were friendly and professional.
What went well
- Office environment
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 24, 2020
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Dr. Bodavula was very good about explaining my injury and the healing process. I like his approach of allowing my injury to heal without surgery if surgery is not necessary.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Denise Visintine – Apr 25, 2020
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Dr Bodavula helped me regain use of my hand and was very caring. The office staff was very nice and helpful as well. He stepped me though "non-invasive" methods before recommending surgery and I felt that to be very appropriate. Cortisone injection helped for awhile but eventually the problem returned and surgery did end up being the answer to the issue of De Quervain problem but at least I knew he had tried other treatments first.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 22, 2020
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I was very happy with Dr. Bodavula and his staff. As a new patient, Dr. Bodavula was kind, caring, and committed to helping find the issue to my mild carpal tunnel systems. He was knowledgeable and wanted to heal the whole patient and not just make the symptoms go away.
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
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Jul 09, 2019
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I had a broken finger and was referred to Dr. Bodavula from Urgent Care. The office fit me in on a rush basis as I had waited a long time before seeking care. Dr. Bodavula was extremely kind, provided excellent service and the best care based on my situation. I was very pleased with my experience with him.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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 other person found this helpful
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Nancy M – Jul 08, 2019
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Very pleased with Dr. Bodavula's diagnosis and treatment. I really appreciated how he took the time to thoroughly listen to and address any questions that I had concerning my diagnosis and the outcome. The office staff was very friendly and helpful. I would recommend Dr. Bodavula, services to anyone.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 03, 2019
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Evaluated tendon issue
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 15, 2019
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I was a new patient with this physician and he evaluated my wrist and said I had carpel tunnel and surgery was required. He stated he wanted to get a nerve conduction test just to make sure nothing else was going on and to see the severity of the carpel tunnel. Had surgery, went home same day and had no pain during recovery period.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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R. Hunter in Troy, MO – Jan 25, 2019
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Terrible. Lisa is rude and incompetent. Made me feel guilty for scheduling an appointment and gave me the wrong address purposely. Another gentleman had paperwork stating 130pm and Lisa argued with him and said it was supposed to be 12pm. Wow.
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
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
- Long wait times
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Runfaraway – Nov 03, 2018
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The office is terrible. I prepaid for services, and when the claim processed, my HRA paid the claim, so they were paid twice. I have made over a dozen calls since July 2017, it is now March 2018 and I still have not received my refund. I have been promise d several times my refund was sent out, but it never has. The doctor was fine, but the office will flat out lie to your face. Terrible!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Matt Hardy in Ballwin, MP – Mar 06, 2018
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I saw Dr. Bodavula today for the first time. He diagnosed my wrist and preformed a procedure in his office. He was easy to talk with, took his time explaining what I had and how he would rid the pain in my wrist, and told me that I would be in pain for at least 3 days and how to manage the pain. I did not expect that my issue would be addressed so quickly and I am very pleased that it was done today.
Also, his office staff was friendly and polite.
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
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OFALLON – Feb 28, 2018
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About Me
care philosophy
Hand surgery is all about restoring form and function and getting back patient to their full capacity so that they can enjoy their life and activities. We have office hours daily so that we can take care of emergencies.biography
Dr Ven Bodavula is a Board certified Hand Surgeon with extensive experience in dealing with every aspect of hand problems.He believes in the importance of role of Hand Surgeons in early care and proper management of hand and wrist...read more
Orthopedic Hand Surgery
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Nymc
Residency Hospital, 2010New York University Grossman School Of Medicine
Internship Hospital, 2006Nyu Center
Internship Hospital, 2005Curtis Natl Hand Center
2004Mt Sinai-nyu Hospital
Fellowship Hospital, 2004Sunnybrook Hsc
2003University Of Health Sciences / Kakatiya Medical College
2002Gandhi Hospital
Internship Hospital, 1998Gandhi Medical College / Osmania University
Medical School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Hand Surgery
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79%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well4% higher than the national average
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