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Dr. Thirumala Raju, MD

Dr. Thirumala Raju, MD

Internal Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Thirumala Raju, MD is an internist in San Jose, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Osmania Medical College, Ntr University Of Health Sciences in 1992. She is affiliated with Santa Clara Valley Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

751 S Bascom Ave San Jose, CA 95128
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Raju specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Raju's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Raju

3.9
15 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 star
67%
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4 star
7%
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
27%
27%

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Dr. Thirumala Raju has left a lasting impression on me and my family. She is the most caring, warm, and sensitive doctor that we have ever had the pleasure of meeting. Her sense of humor and lovable personality make every visit to her office a pleasant experience. I first met Dr. Raju when my cousin had a stroke and she was his primary doctor. From the moment we walked into her office, she made us feel at ease with her kind and compassionate demeanor. She took the time to listen to my cousin's concerns and answered all of our questions with patience and understanding. It was clear that she genuinely cared about my cousins well-being and was dedicated to providing the best possible care. Dr. Raju's expertise and knowledge were evident in the way she handled my cousin's treatment. She was thorough in her examinations and always kept us informed about the next steps in the process. Her attention to detail and commitment to my cousin's health gave us peace of mind during a difficult time. One particular instance stands out in my mind when Dr. Raju went above and beyond to save my cousins life. She had him check his arteries just to be safe so when the day came they were three major arteries almost plugged fully he was operated the next two days a triple bypass surgery and from expertise and knowledge end up saving his life, we will forever be grateful to her for her dedication and commitment to her patients. Valley Medical Center is truly lucky to have a doctor like Dr. Thirumala Raju on their team. Her passion for medicine and genuine care for her patients make her a valuable asset to the medical community. I cannot thank her enough for the impact she has had on my family's life. I would highly recommend Dr. Raju to anyone in need of a caring and skilled doctor. Her professionalism, compassion, and dedication to her patients make her a standout in her field. I am grateful to have had the opportunity to be under her care and will always be thankful for the positive impact she has had on my family. In conclusion, Dr. Thirumala Raju is a remarkable doctor who embodies all the qualities of a truly exceptional healthcare provider. Her caring nature, sense of humor, and dedication to her patients make her a standout in her field. I am grateful for the care she has provided to my family and would recommend her to anyone in need of a compassionate and skilled doctor. Thank you, Dr. Raju, for all that you do.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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William Aleman, Julian cruz – Sep 05, 2024
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Dr. Raju is a very professional, punctual, practical and an understanding doctor. Her diagnosis is on point and accurate. In top of all she is very pleasant and has a lovely sense of humor. I highly recommend her.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 11, 2024
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Not professional
Dr.Thirumala Raju had been my PCP for few years in the previous appointment I had with her through telehealth she always late like 10 to 30 min no problem I understand is busy some time ,but unfortunately today I had in person appointment when I checked in there was a huge line so it took me 10 minutes to check in for my appointment when I went on to the exman room she came in give comments that I was late ,and when I told her that I had some health problems she keep going to the same comments that I was late and she did not had time to go over my health problems. This is the worst experience I had .
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 06, 2024
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She is great!
I LOVE DR. RAJU! I saw her last week to get some referrals! She is very kind and genuine and I really enjoy her as my doctor. You can tell she really cares about what she does and as someone who always gets nervous to be honest with their doctor, she makes me feel very comfortable and safe to talk about things.
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
Helpful
Caitlin – Sep 20, 2023
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Dr Thirumala Raju is one of the most proficient, caring Internal Medicine Specialist I have ever encountered. At the age of 78, with some serious lifelong health issues I have seen more than a few. I am so sorry she has moved to San Jose and is not longer in the Pasadena area, as I have been unable to find any to fill her shoes. She is an excellent diagnostician and dedicated professional. She takes the time to understand who you are as an individual and what your particular problems are.
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
Helpful
Trish in Pasadena, CA – Feb 28, 2019
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As a new patient, I expected for my doctor to (at the bare minimum) to go through an in depth medical history and provide a physical exam. NO physical exam was provided. Further, when I shared with this doctor that I had pain in a localized area she did not attempt to feel or check for lumps. I felt that this doctor lacked bedside manner and did not take interest in my care or establishing rapport. My appointment lasted about five minutes.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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MayTob in San Jose, CA – May 15, 2018
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What a great doctor, so friendly, genuine and truly a destiny to have met her.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Gabrielle D in San Diego, CA – Apr 28, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

I have been practicing for over two decades in different parts of the country which includes inner city, rural and metropolitan areas.

My main goal is to focus on improving a patient's quality of life with minimal medications by...
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  • Internal Medicine

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  • Cook County Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1997
  • Osmania Medical College, Ntr University Of Health Sciences

    Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
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  • English

  • Hindi

  • Telugu

Locations

Practice

Santa Clara Valley Medical Center751 S Bascom Ave San Jose, CA 95128
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:30am - 9:00pm
    • Tue: 8:30am - 9:00pm
    • Wed: 8:30am - 9:00pm
    • Thu: 8:30am - 9:00pm
    • Fri: 8:30am - 9:00pm
    • Sat: 9:00am - 8:00pm
    • Sun: 9:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

VHC at Downtown Bcedp777 E Santa Clara St San Jose, CA 95112
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Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group-Genesee2020 Genesee Ave San Diego, CA 92123
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Acci/Cst2400 Moorpark Ave San Jose, CA 95128
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Santa Clara Valley Medical Center

    751 S Bascom Ave
    San Jose, CA 95128
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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    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 doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

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