Dr. Nagendra Upadhyayula, MD

My first visit office was so busy took over 3 hrs from my appointment to be seen. I was quite apprehensive but after years of pain went for the treatment. Next visit everything went smoothly I received injections from Dr U who was amazing explained the procedure while performing . He was so calming and compassionate with a nervous patient. Do not have enough positive words to express how great he was. Awesome physician.

The wait was long, but he was worth the wait. Great Doctor. Great bedside manner. Actually takes the time to speak to the patient and most importantly listens to the patient. He cares, he is kind and compassionate. He took the time to literally use a prop to show and explain my issue. He had a plan immediately and executed it. He was open and receptive to my questions and concerns. He fully answered my questions and I left knowing I was on the right track to relief. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!!

I have fibromyalgia, chronic insomnia, along w/ chronic inflammation. Have been doing trial and error with different medications with my primary doctor over the past few years. Have also been trying Eastern medicine approaches. Finally decided I needed to try a pain management doctor-maybe he could help figure out a comprehensive plan. Was optimistic that a professional pain doctor would have some fresh ideas and options. I was not interested in heavy pain pills or similar. It is not that kind of pain. Met with Dr. U. He did not listen to anything I said. I had to correct him regarding what I said two minutes prior. His solution was to try spinal injections and then to insert a pain pump into my spine. Umm. No... I asked how that will help insomnia? How will that help inflammation? I asked if there was anything less invasive to try. He said "NO."He was dismissive, pushing a pain pump which I'm sure brings in a ton of $. HARD PASS. Girls in office were nice. Only positive.

Dr. U is by far my favorite doctor to see. After nearly 20 years of chronic pain, I felt no relief with any therapy or pain management doctor. After a consultation and speedy diagnosis, I had a pump insertion with Dr. U. This has brought me constant relief, and he truly is a blessing. My pain rarely exceeds 3/10, which was a best case scenario before seeing him. I can now finally carry out daily tasks which used to be unbearable before. His staff always have a smile on their face, and are speedy to room and see me. I would definitely recommend him to anyone with chronic pain. I still make the drive from New Hampshire to Fishkill to see him as I truly think he is the best.

I was referred to Dr. U. for help installing a pain simulator from Boston Scientist... He too several ex-rays and there not sufficient space to install the sensors. He suggested the installation of two "spacers" to increase the distances between L2/3 and L 3/4 I had the surgery at the Midhudson Regional Hospital on Dec 16. Minimally invasive back opening and now 2 weeks later I have experience at least a 75% reduction in pain in both of the sacroiliacs areas. I now able to sleep in a bed for the first time on 6 months. Yes, I still have some back pain, but minor compared to before the operation..Hopefully, as the nerves regenerate the pain will reduce even more...Oh yes, I can even walk better and hopefully the use of cane will be reduced as well..For me Dr. U. was GREAT....He took the time to explain the procedure and was professional in EVERY Way...A great experience after a LONG time in pain...I should not even require the Spinal Epidural Shots any longer

Saw Dr. U after seeing another pain doctor who could not help with my severe neck pain that radiated down my arm. Dr. U did a Cervical Radiofrequency Ablation 2 years ago. I have had NO pain in my neck or down my arm since. Dr. U is a great doctor.

One of the worst doctors we have ever seen. We took a two day trip to see him, waited in the waiting room for over an hour and a half, and then he spent a grand total of 10 minutes with us. It was clear that he had not reviewed the paperwork at all, he took no time to get an understanding of my partner’s health issues or potential negative repercussions from the treatment he recommended. He immediately began pushing steroid spinal injections on us. In that 10 minutes he also diagnosed my partner with three conditions that he does not have, with no examination or diagnostic testing. It’s been a month since the appointment and we have yet to hear back from them about a prescription he said he would call in but they were happy to call to tell us that no preauthorization was needed for the spinal injections we made it clear we weren’t interested in. This charlatan is clearly primarily interested in taking advantage of people in pain to line his pockets with insurance money. Stay away.

Horribly negligent. Should not be practicing medicine.

Dr. "U" has been a godsend. My spine was injured in an accident and it became increasingly difficult just to get through a day at work.I was about to give up after seeing several orthopedists & months of unsuccessful physical therapy. Dr. U has made every effort -keeping the pain under control so that I may continue supporting my family. He and his staff go out of their way to expedite insurance authorizations , provide timely regular/emergency appts. , and respond quickly to messages.