For her dedication and excellence in patient care, Patient Preferred Physicians and Practitioners proudly named Dr. Vijaya L. Cherukuri, MD a 2019 Patient Preferred Physician representing Internal Medicine for the state of Florida.
With almost three decades of achievements in her field, Dr. Cherukuri treats patients at Premier Health Care in St. Petersburg, FL. She is the Medical Director of South Pasadena based Premier Health Care, the Medical Director of the Springs at Boca Ciega Bay and Bon Secours Maria Manor nursing homes. Board Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Dr. Cherukuri specializes in women and geriatric care.
A compassionate doctor, Dr. Cherukuri’s patients seek treatment for various ailments and preventive medical treatments such as routine check-ups, physicals, screenings for diabetes and hypertension. Her patients give her star-ratings and applaud her expertise, and bedside manner.
“Dr. Cherukuri is one of the finest doctors I have ever met,” read a patient review at www.heathgrades.com. “She has saved my life numerous times with her expert care. She truly listens, advises, and always knows just what to do. I am so very grateful for her excellent care,” raved the loyal patient of 10 years. “She truly cares about her patients’ well being and guides you every step of the way.”
Dr. Cherukuri’s medical journey began with a Medical Degree from Rangaraya Medical College in Andhra Pradesh, India; it is affiliated to NTR University of Health Sciences. It is the oldest medical college in Andhra Pradesh & 6th oldest in India. She then went on to complete an internship at Mount Sinai School of Medicine at Elmhurst; and completed her residency at Long Island College Hospital - SUNY Downstate.
Dr. Cherukuri attends in-patient care at all South Pinellas hospitals and is affiliated with Bayfront Health St. Petersburg. She is fluent in English, Telugu, Hindi and Tamil languages.
“She one of the best doctors I have met since we came down from the North,” said a reviewer on ww.Google.com. “She is kind, caring and direct.”
A review at www.ratemds.com read: “Excellent primary care physician who is compassionate with patients. Highly recommended if you are looking for a primary care physician.”
When she is not treating patients, Dr. Cherukuri loves spending time with her husband, son and daughter. To make an appointment with Patient Preferred Internist, Dr. Vijaya L. Cherukuri, MD, please visit https://www.mypremierhealthcare.com/
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