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Dr. Giridhar Chintalapudi, MD

Dr. Giridhar Chintalapudi, MD

Neurology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Giridhar Chintalapudi, MD is a neurologist in Pinehurst, NC and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Health Sciences / Kurnool Medical College in 1984. He is affiliated with FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 127 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (127 reviews)

Practice

295 Olmsted Blvd Ste 12 Pinehurst, NC 28374

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Chintalapudi is affiliated with FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital Pinehurst, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for neurology.

Dr. Chintalapudi is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Chintalapudi specializes in the areas of Neurology, Neurology, Neuromuscular Medicine, Psychiatry, Sleep Medicine & Vascular Neurology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Chintalapudi's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Chintalapudi

4.9
127 ratings, 29 with a written review
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Best neurologist I’ve ever been to
Very thorough and explains everything very well. Liked him very much.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Aug 17, 2024
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90 second office visit..stay away
What visit? Waited 45 minutes for 90 second visit by “Fast Eddie Chin” & show no interest in anything but billing. Might be great in the past, but I’ve spent 30 years with Masters of Science in physical rehabilitation & never even thought of treating a patient with such disrespect.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Aug 17, 2024
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CPAP Therapy
Dr. Chin diagnosed me with Sleep Apnea, following a sleep study and several other test I received a CPAP machine. Since beginning CPAP therapy my sleep has improved tremendously, my energy level and alertness has improved 100 percent. Dr. Chin and his staff are friendly, courteous and very professional. I highly recommend Dr. Chin for any neurological needs.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Eddie – Nov 18, 2022
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Great visit
What a great first time visit with Dr. Chin! He is very Professional and very well mannered. He did a fantastic job in listening to the issues that I am having with my back, sciatica, and sciatica, along with taking notes, and explaining a good game plan on how to make things better. He explained what was causing my issues, and the different ways to treat them with various options. He spent a great deal of time with me and made me feel more comfortable throughout. It is very rare you get a doctor to really listen to you and educate you with sound advice. It is also great to find a doctor that combines such personal touches and care for a patient as a person with outstanding quality of medical care. I highly recommend becoming his patient!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Mike Petilli – Mar 02, 2022
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Dr. Chin is a consummate professional. He is a great communicator. He answers well all of your questions in detail. Dr. Chintalapudi is an outstanding teacher. You are a class of one and Dr. Chin makes you the focus of his energies. We are lucky to have him practice in our area. Without reservation I commend Dr. Chin to you. Santa Ron Campbell (Retired NCSU prof)
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 13, 2021
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I have worked with scientists for over thirty years and, during that time, developed a general ability to ascertain when a person was knowledgeable and competent. In my opinion, Dr. Chintalapudi is without a doubt a highly competent and very capable doctor. Upon my first visit, he used detailed yet completely understandable language to describe my situation. He also answered my questions in an intelligent, professional, and pleasant manner without over-simplifying or being condescending. He even made a hand-drawn sketch to make sure I fully understood what he was describing. Dr. Chintalapudi was impressive to me from the start and I think others will find him to be an excellent neurologist.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Smith – Feb 24, 2021
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Compassionate, didn’t rush us, patiently listened, explained and answered questions. Was accessible.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Bonita Belcastro – Jun 18, 2020
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seeing him since 2011. glad he is my doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Sandra J Lemons – Sep 18, 2019
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l have been coming to this medical office for a few years and really like the way I have been treated for my condition. I notice I feel better when I use my machine at night and I am able to function well. I owe it all to my treatment from Dr Chin. Thank You
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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May 16, 2019
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Excellent
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
7 others found this helpful
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Mar 29, 2019
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Dr Chintalapudi is an excellent physician! He spent the time needed to look at my entire health history to understand the potential cause of my headaches. Very few doctors these days take the time with patients to truly understand the full picture and come to a proper diagnosis. Dr Chintalapudi and his entire office are caring and are very focused on patient care.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
15 others found this helpful
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Davin in AL, NC – Oct 28, 2018
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Dr.Chin is one of the best physicians I’ve ever encountered. I was looking for a doctor who would actually treat the root cause of my illness instead of symptoms. Dr. Chin was able to diagnose my issues in a very short amount of time and gave solutions to fix it. He is very professional, patient, and thorough. His office staff is friendly, caring and easy to deal with. I highly recommend Dr.Chin and his practice.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
7 others found this helpful
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Pre in Cary, NC – Oct 25, 2018
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Dr Chin and support staff are very pleasant to deal with. Dr Chin takes time to explain the prognosis and treatment in common understandable terms, especially non-medically inclined person like me. I found Dr Chin to be very patient and a good listener. His support staff both in the sleep lab and in office are very pleasant to deal. I highly recommend his practice.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Selva in Cary, NC – Oct 13, 2018
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I am very impressed with the staff and the whole team. Extremely supportive in the whole process of using CPAP. Their support encouraged me to stay with the course. You are doing a good job. I am happy that you are my doctor!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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dBetts in Cary, NC – Oct 10, 2018
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Staff and Dr Chin are very friendly and supportive.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Michael in CARY – Sep 04, 2018
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Have been coming here for 3 years. I love Dr China and his staff.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Bonnie in cary, NC – Aug 29, 2018
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Very friendly staff, convenient office location and a great neurologist.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Marian in Cary, NC – Aug 28, 2018
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very friendly and caring doctor
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Ann in cary, NC – Aug 28, 2018
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Great team!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Lena in cary, NC – Aug 28, 2018
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I love it here. so caring and professional
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Ann in Cary – Aug 28, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

At Sandhills Neurologists, we are always focused on bringing the latest technologies to our patients so that they can achieve the best possible outcomes with minimal side effects. To that end, we are pleased to offer non-invasive, drug-free treatment...read more

biography

A native of India, Dr. Chintalapudi (Dr. Chin) completed medical school at Kurnool Medical School in Southern India. After moving to the United States in 1994, he completed a neurology residency at the State University of New York – Stony...read more
  • Neurology

  • Sleep Medicine

  • Vascular Neurology

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  • University Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1998
  • Suny

    Internship Hospital, 1995
  • Ne Regional Health Authority

    Residency Hospital, 1994
  • University Of Health Sciences / Kurnool Medical College

    Medical School, 1984
American Board of Physician Specialties®
American Board of Physician Specialties
Neurology
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
Neurology
Neuromuscular Medicine
Psychiatry
Sleep Medicine
Vascular Neurology
Self designated 
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  • Hindi

Dr. Chintalapudi is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Firsthealth-Sandhills Neurologists295 Olmsted Blvd Ste 12 Pinehurst, NC 28374
    1
    Sandhills Neurologists A FirstHealth Clinic101 Dennis Dr Sanford, NC 27330
    2
    Sandhills Neurologists A FirstHealth Clinic251 Keisler Dr Ste 100 Cary, NC 27518
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital

      155 Memorial Dr
      Pinehurst, NC 28374
      Recipient of 11
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      Stroke Care Excellence Award™ (2023)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      83%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      7% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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