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Dr. Suresh Chavakula, MD

Dr. Suresh Chavakula, MD

Gastroenterology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Suresh Chavakula, MD is a gastroenterologist in Fort Myers, FL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Chavakula has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine in 1999. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Cape Coral Hospital and Lee Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.2 Star Rating
Based on 37 reviews 2.2 Star Rating (37 reviews)

Practice

5050 Mason Corbin Ct Fort Myers, FL 33907
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(239) 482-2280

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Chavakula is affiliated with Lee Memorial Hospital Fort Myers, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Chavakula's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Chavakula

2.2
37 ratings, 16 with a written review
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Although the Nurse Practitioner and other med staff at his Lehigh Office are amazing, the doctor has no bedside manner. He has given us misinformation regarding the liver transplant procedure and disregards questions concerning health status. Would not recommend to anyone!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
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Lehigh patient – Oct 23, 2024
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Poor bedside manner
Telehealth
He did not take the time to listen to concerns or answer questions. Was very rude and short with me. I felt very uncomfortable because he gave off the impression he didn’t care and I was wasting his time. Horrible bedside manner.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Nov 05, 2023
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For Doreen Torres - Dr Chavakula PA
This review is for Doreen Torres who is Dr Chavakula's PA. Ms Torres correctly diagnosed the cause of my pain and gave me a clear treatment program. She also gave me lots of good information on how to improve my colon health. In addition, her patient interaction was Outstanding. One of the best healthcare professionals that I have seen in my 73 years.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dennis Raube – Feb 16, 2023
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avoid
He's my current gastro doctor and he gave me really bad vibes at my first appointment... he saw me for like two minutes, gave me sass because I didn't know the exact reason why I was referred to him, and I don't think he ever sent in the prescription for the medication he told me to take. I was happy the second time I visited that I saw a different doctor because I didn't want to deal with his attitude. I'm hoping to find a new gastro ASAP.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
6 others found this helpful
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Oct 07, 2022
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Not good. He did the procedure with 3 other men in the room while I was going under anesthesia. Later, when I thought about it, it made me very uncomfortable. Also, his staff failed to turn in insurance paperwork within the required 90 days so insurance refused to pay for it. So, I got a bill for the procedure. Fortunately, because it was their fault, I didn't have to pay it and I didn't. Never heard from them again.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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Female Patient – Jul 23, 2021
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I need to make an appointment to gastroenterologist specialist my primary doctor gave me an Oder referral to see y’all for an appointment are y’all open Saturday morning just week day or weekend to
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Martha Gonzalez – Jun 15, 2021
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Well what do you say that hasn’t already been said . I spend two minutes with this person after driving an hour to get there he did not even shake my hand then drove an hour home . I got everything done blood work ultrasound sent them to his office and now I can not get in touch with them call failed hanging up never goes to them always screened messages they do not call back . I just called one last try ........ Nope ??. Waste of time he is not the kind of doctor that cares about you beware it’s all about the money ??
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
5 others found this helpful
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Nov 13, 2019
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He sucks nothing good to say about him very poor additude with patient all about the money
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
  • Long wait times
9 others found this helpful
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Feb 09, 2019
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By far the worst doctor in my 52 years. Told me " I don't do this for the money. I'm good at what I do . I'll kick you to the curb if you don't have anything good to say
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
6 others found this helpful
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Oct 02, 2018
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For the past year I have had some very extreme gi issues that I almost passed away from. All I'm trying to do is find a dr to help me get healthy again and back to my life. This dr was extremely mean and not understanding. How he has been in business for as long as he has, I do not know. Would not listen to what I had to say, when I was able to get a word in he made me feel like I was incompetent with not a clue what I was talking about going through. Highly recommend finding someone else.
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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Aug 15, 2018
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Good luck trying to get through to them on the phone! What a joke this place is. Heaven forbid a med prescribed to you is making you sick, you can't get anyone on the phone to help change it. The place is smelly and gross. Very, very, very unprofessional place!!!
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
  • Long wait times
5 others found this helpful
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Jun 12, 2018
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This Doctor is Not Ethical and Not Recommended at all if this is your choice I’m sorry for you
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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May 26, 2018
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PATIENTS BEWARE! This person is a shame. How can he sleep at night? Unprofessional, doesnt care for patient health feelings. Out to steal from medicaid.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Titusville, FL – Jun 06, 2017
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Terrible! Talks to fast and is sooo much in a rush. Doesn't care about patients. All about the money. By far the worse doctor I've ever been to. BEWARE Oh and bugs in the office! How can there be bugs in the office? It's winter!!!!! Dirty place. Unfriendly staff. Absolutely terrible GI doctor
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
15 others found this helpful
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Angela in North Fort Myers, FL – Jan 13, 2017
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I felt very comfortable with him. Help alot with my Insurance when they was giving me problems. He got the job done he dont play games. I feel he is a great Doctor and does a well job. I give him praises for what he did for me. Thank you so much Doctor. Joseh king
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
5 others found this helpful
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Joseph. King in Lehigh Acres, FL – Nov 12, 2016
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Dr. Chavakula comes into the office with an air of superiority always accompanied by a young female intern. I am having intestinal difficulties and I feel uncomfortable talking about these disorders, especially in front of a young lady. He completely ignored my feelings. I underwent a stressful procedure that required me to fast for two days and was never allowed to see the results. When asked if he could help, that I was feeling miserable he told me he doesn't do miserable and walked away
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
  • Long wait times
15 others found this helpful
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J.k. in Ft. Myers, fl – Jul 27, 2016
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Dr. Suresh Chavakula, MD is a gastroenterologist in Fort Myers, FL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Chavakula has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from State University of New York Downstate...read more

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  • Internal Medicine

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  • State University Of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1999
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Locations

Practice

Consultants In Gastroenterology5050 Mason Corbin Ct Fort Myers, FL 33907
1

Practice

Gulf Coast Medical Center13681 Doctors Way Fort Myers, FL 33912
2
Lehigh Regional Medical Center1500 Lee Blvd Lehigh Acres, FL 33936
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Lee Memorial Hospital

    2776 Cleveland Ave
    Fort Myers, FL 33901
    Recipient of 27
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

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

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    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

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Gulf Coast Medical Center

    13681 Doctors Way
    Fort Myers, FL 33912
    Recipient of 31
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    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

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

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Cape Coral Hospital

    636 Del Prado Blvd S
    Cape Coral, FL 33990
    Recipient of 26
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    View all awards

    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

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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