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Dr. Devica Alappan, MD

Dr. Devica Alappan, MD

Pediatrics*

Dr. Devica Alappan, MD is a pediatrician in Columbus, GA. She is affiliated with medical facilities Piedmont Columbus Regional Midtown and St. Francis-Emory Healthcare. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Practice

1900 11th Ave Columbus, GA 31901
Telehealth available
(706) 323-3400

Care Philosophy

"As a Pediatrician ,I believe in providing the best possible care to my patients in a clean,personable environment.l also believe that your time is important ,so we try to reduce the waiting time as much as possible.We al..."

- Dr. Devica Alappan, MD

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Alappan specializes in the area of Pediatrics. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. • See hospitals
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Dr. Alappan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Alappan

3.9

19 ratings, 10 with a written review
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
No results
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JenJen – Aug 13, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Lily – Nov 06, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Thankful parent . – Sep 11, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Loving parent – Aug 16, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sassy1127 in Columbus , GA – Jun 12, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 15, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kelly Lowe in Thomaston, Georgia – May 10, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
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Columbus, GA – Aug 07, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Chassidy Chapman in Midland, Ga – Sep 16, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Columbus, GA – Apr 26, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

As a Pediatrician ,I believe in providing the best possible care to my patients in a clean,personable environment.l also believe that your time is important ,so we try to reduce the waiting time as much as possible.We also try to maintain a courteous...read more

  • Pediatrics

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  • University Of The West Indies Faculty Of Medicine (st. Augustine)

    Undergraduate School

  • Yale University Prgm B

    Residency Hospital, 1995

  • Yale University & Waterbury Hospital Health Center

    Internship Hospital, 1993

  • Port-of-spain General Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1988

  • Royal College Of Surgeons In Ireland / Medical School

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
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Pediatrics
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Locations

Practice

Amy Higgins1900 11th Ave Columbus, GA 31901
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  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:30am - 2:00pm
  • Directions
Columbus Pediatrics GA3580 Massee Ln Ste F Columbus, GA 31909
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  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 1:30pm - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 1:30pm - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 1:30pm - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 1:30pm - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 9:00am - 4:00pm
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Piedmont Columbus Regional Midtown

    710 Center St
    Columbus, GA 31901

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • St. Francis-Emory Healthcare

    2122 Manchester Expy
    Columbus, GA 31904

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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