Dr. Chitra R Uppaluri MD
Internist
6420 Clayton Rd Saint Louis MO, 63117About
Dr. Chitra Uppaluri is an internist practicing in Saint Louis, MO. Dr. Uppaluri specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Uppaluri provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
Harvard Med Sch, Boston Ma 1995
Harvard Medical School 1995
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Vascular Disease
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