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V. Vasu Kakarlapudi, M.D.
Advanced ENT & Allergy
Ear, Nose, and Throat
New Albany, IN
Most recent review: 6 days ago
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4.7
227 Ratings
80 Comments
Dr. Steven D. Shotts, M.D., earned his Doctor of Medicine from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine on a full scholarship, graduating at the top of his class. Dr. Shotts completed a five-year residency in otolaryngology/head and neck surgery at the University of Kentucky, followed by service as Chief of Otolaryngology at Scott Air Force Base and Assistant Professor at Saint Louis University. He is board-certified and a Fellow of the AAOA and ACS.
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4.7
227 Ratings
80 Comments
Dr. Steven D. Shotts, M.D., earned his Doctor of Medicine from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine on a full scholarship, graduating at the top of his class. Dr. Shotts completed a five-year residency in otolaryngology/head and neck surgery at the University of Kentucky, followed by service as Chief of Otolaryngology at Scott Air Force Base and Assistant Professor at Saint Louis University. He is board-certified and a Fellow of the AAOA and ACS.
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New Albany Location
108 W. Daisy Lane
New Albany, IN 47150
New Albany, IN 47150
Dr. V. Vasu Kakarlapudi, M.D., grew up in Kansas City and received his B.A. in Biology and an M.D. in 1998 (graduation of B.A. and M.D. with distinction) from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine. Dr. Kakarlapudi was accepted to medical school directly from high school and graduated at the top of his medical school class. He was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society and the Phi Kappa Phi Honors Society and placed first in the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine Research Days. He completed his internship in general surgery in 1999 and his residency in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery in 2003 from the University of Maryland Medical Center. In 2009, Dr. Kakarlapudi earned an MBA in entrepreneurship from the University of Louisville. His vision of developing a comprehensive ENT and Allergy practice along with his leadership skills were instrumental in the formation of Advanced ENT & Allergy.
Dr. Kakarlapudi is board-certified in adult and pediatric otolaryngology and facial plastic surgery by the American Board of Otolaryngology. In 2013, Dr. Kakarlapudi successfully passed his Board Recertification as recommended by the American Academy of Otolaryngology. He is one of four ENT doctors in the area who have earned the fellow status of the American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy—given his expertise in managing allergic problems in the head and neck. Dr. Kakarlapudi has a passion for incorporating the latest and most cost-effective treatments for ear, nose, and throat disorders. Dr. Kakarlapudi, along with another Advanced ENT & Allergy partner, was one of the first in the Louisville area to perform balloon sinuplasty. Dr. Kakarlapudi has expertise in the medical and surgical treatment of sinus and allergy problems; pediatric ENT problems; obstructive sleep apnea; and thyroid and parathyroid diseases. In his free time, he runs, plays tennis, and enjoys time with his wife and two young children.
In following Dr. Kakarlapudi’s interest in cost-effective solutions to common ENT problems like breathing, sinus infections, and snoring, he has incorporated the latest high-tech solutions that can be done in the office to help you breathe and sleep better and reduce your sinus symptoms. These include balloon sinuplasty, in-office turbinate reduction, VIVAER, and Pillar implants.
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Dr K is great at explaining your issues. And his office staff is great.
I’m sorry to say that I was not satisfied with my visit with Dr K, I felt like I was being rushed and dismissed and not heard . The reason that I came was to test for allergies that could be associated with being dizzy or im balanced, and that was not addressed until I insisted. Not to mention , the doctor gave me some research facts and then related to me, which was very disheartening and put me in a mindset of fear. That being my first appointment with this doctor, I feel it was out of place had no personal history. I didn’t even know that I was going to get a audio test and the doctor pretty much gave a diagnosed and instructed me to get hearing aids., because loss of hearing is a risk of dementia. I rebuke that because I don’t have a problem hearing and I don’t know how I did on their test when I heard a sound I pushed the button. I think it was very premature for him to tell me that I had some ear problems and that it could cause dementia. I’m 75 years old and no 75-year-old tha
I cannot say enough good things about this Doctor. Thank You
Good bedside manner. answered my questions respectfully.I’ve seen Dr. V. Vasu Kakarlapudi,I wanna say it was about five years ago, my family doctor told me I needed to see a ENT againAsked if I could be seen by him again. He helped me out before I trust him to be my ENT doctor.
Friendly and knowledgeable, but kept getting my name wrong.
Dr. K always shows concern. Love visiting him.
Very thorough, communicated well all options for treatment
Thorough in executing a plan for my messed up sinus. It was a first visit but Dr K listened to my concern and made me feel confident that I’m in good hands.
Dr Kakarlapudi was Friendly, curious and understanding. Made the visit enjoyable.
Very personable, I really liked him