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Dr. Rao Sunkavally, MD

Dr. Rao Sunkavally, MD

Urology*

Dr. Rao Sunkavally, MD is a urologist in Fremont, CA. Dr. Sunkavally has extensive experience in Urinary Calculi & Removal and Urinary Conditions. He is affiliated with medical facilities Washington Hospital and Highland Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

1999 Mowry Ave Ste 2D Fremont, CA 94538

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Sunkavally specializes in the area of Urology. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. See reviews
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Dr. Sunkavally's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sunkavally

3.4
17 ratings, 4 with a written review
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Decided not to help from square one
It seemed like he made up his mind in to do nothing in the first few minutes of our meeting.I waited many weeks for a consult. He re-ran the same tests. Then he scheduled another expensive appointment just to tell me he would not help and that I should have gone to another doctor instead.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Deya Zeon – Oct 09, 2023
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Zero stars. His web site advertises procedures he's not capable or willing to perform, presumably to cash in on the medical exam time before he sends you away. Though it could just be a neglect to bring the site up to date. Diagnostic and treatment knowledge leaves a lot to be desired. The way he follows up and responds to patient inquiries and requests (in-person too, but especially email and telephonic) is often puzzling and frustrating. This doctor does not seem to care about his practice, much less his patients, any more. I strongly suggest you stay away.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Steve B – Apr 05, 2021
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Dr. Sunkavally is patient, competent, and caring. An excellent doctor!
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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Tom in CA – Feb 11, 2019
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I had a prostate surgery for medium flow of urine on August 2015. After that I have had lot of complication, retrograde ejaculation,urine inconsistency, burning, itching and pain in the urethra and prostate. I was following up and complaining and doctor used to give me antibiotics. He gave me several antibiotics. But I did not get better. He did a cystoscopy again on June and said he could not pass the scope to bladder and does not know what is happening inside. I am having lot of problems now.
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
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 others found this helpful
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KshatriyaB in Fremont, CA – Sep 03, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Rao Sunkavally, a board certified urologist established his urology practice in the Bay Area in 1983, bringing with him a commitment to provide his patients with a high-quality and comprehensive range of urologic services. Dr. Sunkavally forms...read more
  • Urology

  • Urologic Oncology

  • Neurological Urology

  • Endourology

  • Female Adult Urology

  • Men's Health Medicine

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

  • American College Of Surgeons

    Fellowship Hospital, 1992
  • A Einstein Montefiore Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1982
  • Albert Einstein College Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 1982
  • Albert Einstein College Of Medicine/montefiore Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1982
  • St John's Episcopal Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1979
  • St Johns Epis Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1977
  • St Johns Episcopal Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1977
  • Hyderabad Public School

    Undergraduate School, 1966
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Urology®
Urology
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  • English

  • Hindi

  • Tagalog

  • Telugu

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Locations

Practice

Rao V Sunkavally MD1999 Mowry Ave Ste 2D Fremont, CA 94538
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Practice

John Lin MD PC39350 Civic Center Dr Fremont, CA 94538
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Washington Hospital

    2000 Mowry Ave
    Fremont, CA 94538
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    13% higher than the national average

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  • Highland Hospital

    1411 E 31st St
    Oakland, CA 94602

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

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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