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Dr. Venkatarama Donepudi, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*•Male•Age 54

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*

Dr. Venkatarama Donepudi, MD is an endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism specialist in Hickory, NC and has over 28 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Donepudi has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening and Thyroid Disorders. He graduated from American University of The Caribbean School of Medicine in 1995. He is affiliated with medical facilities Frye Regional Medical Center and Catawba Valley Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

Dr. Venkatarama Donepudi, MD

Piedmont Endocrinology PA

311 9th Avenue Dr NE Hickory, NC 28601

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(828) 322-7338

Accepting new patients

(828) 322-7338

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Donepudi is affiliated with Catawba Valley Medical Center Hickory, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
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Dr. Donepudi's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Donepudi

3.3

17 ratings, 10 with a written review
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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
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Shoto – Mar 14, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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Liz in Hi kory, NC – Feb 01, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
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Jan 26, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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Camera Girl – Nov 15, 2022
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What went well
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What could be improved
  • 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
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Hickory, NC – Nov 07, 2017
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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Charlotte, NC – Nov 07, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Oct 13, 2017
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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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Joseph Smith in Hickory, NC – Jul 18, 2016
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
9 people found this helpful
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Hickory, NC – Feb 18, 2016
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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 14, 2016
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About Me

Biography

Dr. Venkatarama Donepudi, MD is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Specialist in Hickory, NC and has over 28 years of experience in the medical field....Read more

Specialties*

  • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

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Board Certifications

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
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Internal Medicine
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In University School of Medicine

Fellowship Hospital, 2003

Ball Mem Hospital

Residency Hospital, 1999

Ball Mem Hospital

Internship Hospital, 1997

American University of The Caribbean School of Medicine

Medical School, 1995

  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
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Common Questions and Answers

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    Does Dr. Venkatarama Donepudi, MD accept new patients?

    New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Venkatarama Donepudi, MD on Healthgrades. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Donepudi's profile.

    What are Dr. Venkatarama Donepudi, MD's top areas of expertise?

    Dr. Venkatarama Donepudi, MD specializes in Thyroid Disorders and Osteoporosis & Screening. See more on Healthgrades.

    What is Dr. Venkatarama Donepudi, MD's office address?

    Dr. Donepudi's office is located at 311 9th Avenue Dr NE, Hickory, NC 28601. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

    Focus on Thyroid Eye Disease

    Locations

    Piedmont Endocrinology PA

    Piedmont Endocrinology PA311 9th Avenue Dr NE Hickory, NC 28601
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    Catawba Valley Medical Center

    810 Fairgrove Church Rd
    Hickory, NC 28602
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

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    Frye Regional Medical Center

    420 N Center St
    Hickory, NC 28601

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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