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Dr. Vijay Nuthakki, MD

Dr. Vijay Nuthakki, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*

Dr. Vijay Nuthakki, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Indianapolis, IN. He is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent Hospital-Indianapolis. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

8433 Harcourt Rd Ste 100 Indianapolis, IN 46260

Make an Appointment

(317) 583-7600

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Nuthakki specializes in the areas of General Surgery & Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Nuthakki's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nuthakki

4.6
15 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 star
87%
87%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
7%
7%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
7%
7%

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Exceptional doctor!!
Dr. Nuthakki took on my situation of pleural effusion and enabled me to breathe normally again! He was very kind and positive. My family talked with him after the surgery and were very impressed....repeatedly said how much they liked him. He listens!
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
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E. Jones – Apr 01, 2025
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Dr. Nuthakki is very kind, answers all questions to satisfaction, explains everything so you understand, takes all the time you need to talk, he personally comes in to see you every day in hospital.
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
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Helen Donoho – Mar 04, 2025
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Stage 1 Lung Cancer
Excellent communication, explained everything, added additional testing to make certain all basis were covered. Highly recommened!!
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
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Paul Turnbow – Feb 27, 2025
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Outstanding doctor who did a great job
I came in great pain and could not breath. He used the newest and best technology to solve my broken rib problem. His team is the best.
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
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Stephen Barnes – Feb 13, 2024
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Amazing!
He sat down with me, went over step by step of my condition then went over in detail of the plans to move forward
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
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Christina Fortner – Nov 21, 2023
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Wonderful Surgeon In Every Aspect
Dr. Nuthakki performed a lower lobectomy on my left lung in late August, 2022. From my meeting with him prior to the surgery through the follow-up visit two weeks afterwards, Dr. Nuthakki was professional and caring, making sure that I fully understood the surgical procedure and the risks involved. I am pleased to say that all went well, even better than I was expecting. Dr. Nuthakki was promoted by my pulmonologist as "the best there is" and I have to agree. I couldn't have asked for, or have expected to receive, better treatment and a better outcome from the surgery. And I credit Dr. Nuthakki and his staff for the results. They are a fantastic team of professionals and I would very highly recommend him and them for anyone facing the prospect of lung cancer surgery.
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
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Rich Gast – Sep 29, 2022
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Lung lobectemy
Dr. Nuthakki did a remarkable job with my surgery. I would highly recommend him.
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
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May 23, 2022
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I had a robotic assisted right lung wedge resection in January 2022. He did a great job.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 27, 2022
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I had a robotic assisted lower left lung wedge resection in September 2018. He damaged my intercostal nerve and I’ve been in pain since then with no relief.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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About Me

biography

Vijay K. Nuthakki, MD, is a thoracic (chest) surgeon at Ascension St. Vincent in Avon, Indianapolis and Lafayette, Indiana. He performs diagnostic, therapeutic and palliative treatment for patients with diseases of the lungs, airway, chest wall,...read more

  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

  • General Surgery

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    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
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Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Locations

Practice

St Vincent Medical Group Inc8433 Harcourt Rd Ste 100 Indianapolis, IN 46260
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 7:00am - 7:00pm
    • Tue: 7:00am - 7:00pm
    • Wed: 7:00am - 7:00pm
    • Thu: 7:00am - 7:00pm
    • Fri: 7:00am - 7:00pm
    • Sat: 7:00am - 7:00pm
    • Sun: 7:00am - 7:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Office9166 E US Highway 36 Avon, IN 46123
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Practice

Office3900 St Francis Way Ste 205 Lafayette, IN 47905
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Ascension St. Vincent Hospital-Indianapolis

    2001 W 86th St
    Indianapolis, IN 46260
    Recipient of 6
    hospital 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

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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