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Dr. Shashi Polavarapu, MD

Dr. Shashi Polavarapu, MD

Psychiatry*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Shashi Polavarapu, MD is a psychiatrist in Fort Wayne, IN and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Health Sciences / Kakatiya Medical College in 1981. She is affiliated with Reid Health. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 5 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (5 reviews)

Practice

3955 W Washington Center Rd Fort Wayne, IN 46818
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(260) 800-3601

At a Glance

  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Polavarapu's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Polavarapu

3.4
5 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 star
60%
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4 star
0%
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3 star
0%
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2 star
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1 star
40%
40%

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I have felt so much more comfortable with being under Psychiatric care since I began working with Dr. Polavarapu. Everyone in the office is always so nice and helpful with whatever requests are needed. Last minute prescription refills are so quick via the automated service. Dr. Polavarapu is happy to answer any questions I have about my 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Richmond – Jun 06, 2019
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My dad was under her care. In my impression she did not evaluate him well such as home safety issues upon discharge. She was abrupt and felt rush when I spoke to her on the phone. I detected no signs of compassion. No recommendations. Health grades score 0/5.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Elizabeth Shirey in Rapid City, SD – May 19, 2016
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dr. P has saved my life
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
Helpful
jason neal in Connersville, IN – Feb 09, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Shashi Polavarapu, MD is a psychiatrist in Fort Wayne, IN and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Health Sciences / Kakatiya Medical College in 1981. She is affiliated with Reid Health. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Psychiatry

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Western Missouri Health Center

    Residency Hospital, 1997

  • Mahatma Ghandi Memorial Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1982

  • University Of Health Sciences / Kakatiya Medical College

    Medical School, 1981
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Locations

Practice

Maple Heights Behavioral Health3955 W Washington Center Rd Fort Wayne, IN 46818
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Reid Health

    1100 Reid Pkwy
    Richmond, IN 47374
    Recipient of 17
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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