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Dr. Hari Tunuguntla, MD

Dr. Hari Tunuguntla, MD

Urology*

Dr. Hari Tunuguntla, MD is a urologist in Somerville, NJ. He is affiliated with medical facilities Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset and Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.2 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 2.2 Star Rating (24 reviews)

Locations

Somerset Urological Associates

Somerset Urological Associates72 W End Ave Somerville, NJ 08876
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At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Tunuguntla specializes in the areas of Urogynecology & Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery & Urology. See board certifications
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Tunuguntla's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Tunuguntla

2.2
24 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
8%
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
67%
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Awful
Rude, arrogant and condescending. Scheduled me for the wrong tests. Told me he couldn’t, or rather wouldn’t, help me. Had to call his staff about 12 times to get any followup. He talks back to patients giving negative reviews and violates doctor patient confidentiality by broadcasting their conditions, which is why I’m not leaving anything identifying in this review. Useless doctor, useless staff.
What went well
No results
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
2 others found this helpful
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I Value My Privacy – Apr 21, 2022
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Few doctors exist with the capacity and dedication as Dr. Hari takes his patients seriously. In addition to his capacity and dedication, we find in him the human part of understanding of his patients. I would not look for another Dr. as long as he exists. Besides being grateful, I am alive because I found him. Thank you Dr. T.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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MIGUEL CEPEDA – Jun 27, 2021
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My sister was diagnosed with kidney stones, and had to be taken to RWJH where she was admitted for a few days, and under went many tests, none of which said she needed an emergency Stent or a catheter. They recommended we make an appointment with a urologist after she was released, just to have a relationship with one in case she has issues going forward. We made an appointment a month later with Hari Tunuguntla, MD. Almost Exactly what happened to Rodney in his review below mine happened to my quadraplegic sister who went to see Dr.T. He ordered an important test where they have to run dye through you, but wanted to put a Stent in her kidney before she went for this test. That was a red flag if if I ever saw one, and decided to cancel this procedure, and get a second opinion with a doctor that had a lot of great reviews, and excellent credentials. He too ordered the same test and additional blood work. After getting back the results, he said my sister's kidney was fine.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Laurie Quinn – May 08, 2021
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I have on serval occasions recommended Dr. Tunuguntla to family and friends. In my opinion he is the best. Dr. T takes the time to make sure his patients fully understand their medical condition and takes the time to answer any And all questions. In the office or on the phone we never felt like we were ever being rushed. After my husband’s procedure I called Dr. T to ask some questions and he always returned my call in a very timely manner (same day). In addition his medical staff is very professional and friendly.
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
2 others found this helpful
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C. Copeland – Mar 29, 2021
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Excellent tele-health visit. This is part of a long history I have with Dr. T.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Jul 15, 2020
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"Doctor T" as everyone calls him at his office has treated me a number of times over the past 4 years and each time with care and compassion. He would ask about my overall health status with each visit. He might not be able to spend an extended period of time for every appointment due to the number of patients he has. But still a very well mannered and soft spoken doctor.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Jul 08, 2020
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any questions I asked he said I don't know. Spends no time. does not explain anything. Worst dr ever.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
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
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Jun 14, 2020
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Excellent doctor with wonderful bedside manners. Highly competent, caring, well recognized, highly competent and highly respected Urologist. I strongly recommend Dr. Tunuguntla to anyone with urinary issues of any severity or complexity. He is an A++++ Urologist.
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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Jun 10, 2020
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I completely disagree with the review by King and the other (Sept and Dec 2019) about Dr. Tunuguntla. He is an excellent Urologist of very high standard of care. I am a patient of Dr. Tunuguntla for the last over 8 years. He performed office procedures for my longstanding urinary issues and performed my surgery successfully. I found him to be an extremely competent, very caring, well mannered, soft spoken, empathetic Urologist with excellent demeanor and wonderful bedside manner. Based on my experience with him as my Urologist, he is a terrific and highly skillful Urologist and I rate him as A+++++ Urologist. He is highly respected, well published and and well known Urologist. I strongly recommend him for anyone with urinary problems of any complexity and severity.
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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rao h – Jun 10, 2020
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As a new patient he spent .no longer than 10 minutes. I waited in the office for more than an hour. No exam at all. Staff calls you in by your last name. Which sounds like they are calling a dog command.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
5 others found this helpful
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Marguerite King – Dec 19, 2019
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he treated me for being unable to empty my bladder, constant bladder pain, and having extreme difficulty urinating in general. he did a urinary cystoscopy on me and discovered I have some scar tissue in my bladder and sent me home with Flomax. At my follow up appointment I told him that Flomax is not helping me very much and I still have trouble urinating and that I have constant bladder and kidney pain all day long everyday. he insisted that my urinary tract was functioning properly and that I have no issues. every question I asked him he would not answer and instead insisted I was fine and to see “other doctors” for MY URINARY PROBLEMS. His demeanor was very very rude and almost seemed insulted after I continued to tell him I NEED HELP! DO NOT SEE THIS DOCTOR IF YOU NEED URINARY HELP, he will insist that you are fine, that he can’t help you, and to see other doctors. disgusting. everyday I live with constant bladder and kidney pain until I can find a REAL CARING doctor that will help
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
11 others found this helpful
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Sep 18, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

I am a part of the well established and experienced team of Urology experts at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick, affiliated with Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.  We provide a comprehensive patient care program offering...read more

biography

Hari Tunuguntla, MD, MS, MCh

Associate Professor, Department of Surgery, Division of Urology

Diplomat, American Board of Urology

Certified in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery (FPMRS)...
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  • Urology

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  • University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital
  • Guntur Medical College

    Medical School
  • Ntr University Of Health Sciences

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Urology®
Urogynecology & Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery
Urology
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset

    110 Rehill Ave
    Somerville, NJ 08876
    Recipient of 32
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital

    1 Robert Wood Johnson Pl
    New Brunswick, NJ 08901
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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