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Dr. Kiran Babu-Chikkalingaiah, MD

Dr. Kiran Babu-Chikkalingaiah, MD

Nephrology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Kiran Babu-Chikkalingaiah, MD is a nephrologist in Fort Wayne, IN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY D'ALGER / FACULTY OF MEDICINE AND PHARMACY in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Dukes Memorial Hospital and Lutheran Hospital of Indiana. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Practice

7836 W Jefferson Blvd Fort Wayne, IN 46804
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(260) 494-3484

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Babu-Chikkalingaiah specializes in the area of Nephrology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Schedule an appointment.
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Babu-Chikkalingaiah's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Babu-Chikkalingaiah

4.7

22 ratings, 13 with a written review
5 Star
82%
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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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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Paul – Oct 07, 2022
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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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julie pierce – May 08, 2022
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What went well
  • 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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Vincent Pennucci – Sep 11, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 07, 2021
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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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Sarah Gilbert Shue – Mar 05, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Cheryl L Kirchner – Nov 20, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Rick Voirol – Nov 18, 2020
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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
Helpful
Darrell Blanton – Jul 01, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Karen Snyder – May 10, 2020
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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
Helpful
Oct 04, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Josiah Kelly in Fort Wayne, IN – Aug 22, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jan – Aug 01, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Kristen Gullett in Staffordsville, KY – Feb 13, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Kiran Babu-Chikkalingaiah, MD is a nephrologist in Fort Wayne, IN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY D'ALGER / FACULTY OF MEDICINE AND PHARMACY in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • Nephrology

  • Nephrology & Hypertension

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis

    Fellowship Hospital, 2013

  • University Of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis

    Residency Hospital, 2011

  • University D'alger / Faculty Of Medicine And Pharmacy

    Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Nephrology
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Locations

Practice

Lutheran Hospital Sleep Disorders Center7836 W Jefferson Blvd Fort Wayne, IN 46804
1

Practice

Office1453 N Baldwin Ave Marion, IN 46952
2
  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

Marion Health441 N Wabash Ave Marion, IN 46952
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Practice

Office11104 Parkview Circle Dr Ste 330 Fort Wayne, IN 46845
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Parkview Wabash Hospital

    10 John Kissinger Dr
    Wabash, IN 46992

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Dukes Memorial Hospital

    275 W 12th St
    Peru, IN 46970

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

    87%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

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

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Lutheran Hospital of Indiana

    7950 W Jefferson Blvd
    Fort Wayne, IN 46804

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    73%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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