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Dr. Rekha Pillai, MD

Dr. Rekha Pillai, MD

Neurology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Rekha Pillai, MD is a neurologist in Memphis, TN and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA / ANCHORAGE CAMPUS in 1978. She is affiliated with Methodist University Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (14 reviews)

MMG Neurology

1325 Eastmoreland Ave Ste 101 Memphis, TN 38104

Dr. Pillai 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
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Pillai specializes in the area of Neurology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Pillai's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Pillai

4.1
14 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 star
71%
71%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
7%
7%
2 star
14%
14%
1 star
7%
7%

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ONCE AGAIN I LOVE DR. PILLIA
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jun 20, 2023
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Been dealing with this problem about 7 months and seen about 4 doctors and this doctor did more than all put together!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jun 15, 2023
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Dr. Pillai is very easy to talk to because she gave me the feeling and understanding that she really cares about her patients
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 20, 2023
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Good
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jan 12, 2023
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Great doctor, Dr. Pallai has been the first neurologist who has listened to me as a patient and didn't treat me like a number and I've seen 5 neurologists in memphis
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jan 08, 2023
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Patient since 1999!
I’ve seen Dr Pillai since my MS diagnosis in 1999. She was satisfactory until now. I’m in the midst of getting the second year of a 2-year MS treatment and she is not being cooperative in supplying needed medical information to push the script through. It has been denied by insurance as they require certain paperwork to be submitted and she seems indifferent. I need to complete the second year of this two year course for my MS and future health. In this situation, I feel professionalism is non-existent. This is about someone’s life and well-being. What kind of a Dr blows this off? I’m at a loss as to what I can do to get my medication.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Karon – May 04, 2022
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The front office staff was quite pleasant & efficient. Dr. Pillai was patient, listened, & thoroughly explained what treatment she would be doing for me or recommending for me. She was knowledgeable & always provided multiple options for treatment. Unfortunately, I was never seen on time. I typically was seen an 1 1/2 after my appointment time. Also, her MA/nurse Amanda had poor communication skills. She failed to return phone calls and submit prescription refills repeatedly.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
8 others found this helpful
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San Antonio, TX – May 02, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Rekha Pillai, MD is a neurologist in Memphis, TN and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA / ANCHORAGE CAMPUS in 1978. She is affiliated with Methodist University Hospital. She is accepting new patients.
  • Neurology

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  • University Of Alaska / Anchorage Campus

    Medical School, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
Neurology
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Dr. Pillai is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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    Locations

    MMG Neurology

    MMG Neurology1325 Eastmoreland Ave Ste 101 Memphis, TN 38104
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Methodist University Hospital

      1265 Union Ave
      Memphis, TN 38104
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

      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

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