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Dr. Vijaya Cherukuri, MD

Dr. Vijaya Cherukuri, MD

Internal Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Vijaya Cherukuri, MD is an internist in St Petersburg, FL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Andhra Medical in 1992. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as HCA Florida Pasadena Hospital and HCA Florida Northside Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (22 reviews)

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Cherukuri specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Friendly StaffPatients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Cherukuri's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cherukuri

3.4

22 ratings, 9 with a written review
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Stella KH – Apr 16, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Joel Benjamin – Sep 26, 2023
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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
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Gamma – May 24, 2022
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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
George F Engle – Aug 24, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 30, 2021
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 31, 2019
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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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Pamela Marbet – Apr 10, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
11 people found this helpful
Helpful
Prefer anonymity in st petersburg, fl – Mar 17, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
12 people found this helpful
Helpful
Saint Petersburg, FL – Mar 20, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

We provide high-quality medical service specializing in adult health care. Our goal is to help you in maintaining your good health. We are committed to meeting your medical needs through personal attention. Our physicians are board certified in...read more

biography

Dr. Vijaya Cherukuri, a resident of Largo, is a highly experienced in providing effective and quality care in primary care with special emphasis in geriatric care and women's health. She is the Medical Director of South Pasadena based Premier Health...read more
  • Internal Medicine

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  • Long Island College

    Residency Hospital
  • Long Island College

    Internship Hospital
  • Andhra Medical

    Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • HCA Florida Northside Hospital

    6000 49th St N
    Saint Petersburg, FL 33709
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    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.

    77%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% lower than the national average

    68%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • HCA Florida Pasadena Hospital

    1501 Pasadena Ave S
    South Pasadena, FL 33707
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    79%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • HCA Florida Saint Petersburg Hospital

    6500 38th Ave N
    Saint Petersburg, FL 33710
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    75%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    9% lower than the national average

    68%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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