Dr. Madhuri Kakarala, MD, PhD, MHM

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Get to know Internist Dr. Madhuri Kakarala, who serves patients in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

A trusted internist, Dr. Kakarala is affiliated with Trinity Health Medical Group, Primary Care – East Paris, located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Her clinical interests are centered around the intersections of nutrition, lifestyle modification, and weight loss, and she has a wealth of knowledge and experience in these areas.

Pertaining to her educational pursuits, she received her medical degree from the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. She then went on to complete her residency in internal medicine and fellowship in hematology/oncology at the same institution, as well as at the University of Michigan Hospitals & Health Centers. 

Dr. Kakarala’s commitment to excellence in medical education and training is reflected in her board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. The ABIM is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.

Internal medicine is the medical specialty dealing with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of adult diseases. Physicians specializing in internal medicine are called internists. They manage and prevent common and complex diseases by providing comprehensive care and promoting overall well-being.

In recognition of her exceptional care and service to her patients, Dr. Kakarala has been the recipient of several awards, including the Patients’ Choice Award (2018, 2017, 2016), the On-Time Doctor Award (2018, 2017, 2016), and Compassionate Doctor Recognition (2018, 2017).

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