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Dr. Sarma Challa, MB BS

Dr. Sarma Challa, MB BS

Internal Medicine*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Sarma Challa, MB BS is an internist in Baytown, TX and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Challa has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He graduated from Guntur Med Coll, Andhra University in 1973. He is affiliated with Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Practice

4002 Garth Rd Ste 110 Baytown, TX 77521
Telehealth available
(281) 420-2391

Dr. Challa is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Challa specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Challa's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Challa

3.6

19 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
58%
58%
4 Star
5%
5%
3 Star
5%
5%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
32%
32%

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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
Sue Armer – Feb 11, 2025
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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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Aubrey William Shoemaker – Sep 07, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
14 people found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 29, 2020
As of Oct. the office manager has been let go. I...Read More
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 03, 2020
We have since made staff changes and let our...Read More
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Baytown, TX – Apr 09, 2018
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biography

Dr. Sarma Challa, MB BS is an internist in Baytown, TX and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Challa has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He graduated from Guntur Med Coll, Andhra University in 1973....read more

  • Internal Medicine

  • Cardiology

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

  • Columbus-cuneo-cabrini Med

    Fellowship Hospital, 1982

  • Wayne State University Affil Hosps

    Residency Hospital, 1978

  • Pontiac General Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1976

  • Detroit-macomb Hosps Assn

    Internship Hospital, 1975

  • Guntur Med Coll, Andhra University

    Medical School, 1973
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Cardiovascular Disease
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Internal Medicine
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Dr. Challa is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Sarma S Challa M.D. P.A.4002 Garth Rd Ste 110 Baytown, TX 77521
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital

      4401 Garth Rd
      Baytown, TX 77521
      Recipient of 22
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

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

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

      3% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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