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Dr. Neel Palakurthy, DO

Internal Medicine*
Dr. Neel Palakurthy, DO
4.8 (23 Ratings)

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Dr. Neel Palakurthy, DO is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Santa Cruz, CA.
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Dr. Neel Palakurthy, DO

Internal Medicine*
Santa Cruz, CA
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Neel Palakurthy, DO is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Santa Cruz, CA.
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Dr. Neel Palakurthy, DO is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Santa Cruz, CA. They graduated from Touro University. They currently practice at Dignity Health Medical Group -Dominican and are affiliated with Dominican Hospital. At present, Dr. Palakurthy received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 23 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Palakurthy also speaks Spanish. Dr. Palakurthy is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Easy Scheduling

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Locations

  1. 1 Dignity Health Medical Group -Dominican
    1595 Soquel Dr Ste 400, Santa Cruz, CA 95065
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    Monday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 17:00

Experience and Background Check

Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Constipation
Tobacco Use Disorder
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Constipation
Tobacco Use Disorder
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Constipation
Tobacco Use Disorder
Administrative Physical
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Nausea
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Shortness of Breath
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Immunization Administration
Wellness Examination
Abdominal Pain
Acne
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Actinic Keratosis
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Laryngitis
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
ADHD and-or ADD
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Adult Failure to Thrive
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Asthma
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
Ataxia
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Athlete's Foot
Back Pain
Balanoposthitis
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Breast Pain
Bronchitis
Bruise of Face, Scalp, or Neck
Bursitis
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Cachexia
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Canker Sore
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Celiac Disease
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Chronic Pharyngitis
Chronic Sinusitis
Coccygeal Pain
Common Cold
Contact Dermatitis
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Dehydration
Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
Diverticulitis
Diverticulosis
Dizziness
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Earwax Buildup
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Esophagitis
Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Fibromyalgia
Foot Infection
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Genital Herpes
Hair Loss
Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Hives
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Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Hydrocele
Hypercalcemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypogonadism
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Indigestion
Ingrown Nail
Insomnia
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Intertrigo
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itchy Skin
Knee Sprain
Laryngitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Low Back Pain
Malaise and Fatigue
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Menstrual Disorders
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Weakness
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nail Infection
Nasopharyngitis
Neck Muscle Strain
Neurogenic Bladder
Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Obesity
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Onychogryphosis
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteoporosis
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Perimenopause
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pharyngitis
Pinched Nerve in Back
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar Wart
Pneumonia
Pollen Allergy
Polyneuropathy
Polyuria
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Postnasal Drip
Potassium Deficiency
Purpura
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Rash
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Raynaud's Disease
Reflux Esophagitis
Restless Leg Syndrome
Ringworm
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Rosacea
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Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Secondary Hypertension
Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Shingles
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Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Skin Ulcer
Sleep Apnea
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Strep Throat
Symptomatic Menopause
Syphilis Infections
Testicular Dysfunction
Thrush
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Tinea Versicolor
Tonsillitis
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Tremor
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Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Stones
Vertigo
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Viral Hepatitis
Viral Infection
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Warts
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Wheezing
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Yeast Infections
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Diabetes Counseling
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Palakurthy
4.8
Based on 23 Reviews
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Jan 22, 2024
Dr. Palakurthy was compassionate and caring.
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About Me

Care Philosophy

  • The body is capable of healing itself in most instances. We as physicians need to encourage patients towards healthy habits that enable the body to heal and regulate itself. Along those lines, a healthy mind, body, and spirit are critical to overall wellness.

Care Philosophy
Biography
  • Dr. Neel Palakurthy, DO is an internal medicine specialist in Santa Cruz, CA. He specializes in Internal Medicine.
Biography
Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Internal Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • Touro University
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Metrohealth Medical Center - Cleveland, OH- Internship and Residency
Internship
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Neel Palakurthy, DO. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Palakurthy's profile.

Dr. Neel Palakurthy, DO is affiliated with Dominican Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Neel Palakurthy, DO holds board certification in Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Dominican Hospital

    1555 Soquel Dr, Santa Cruz, CA

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