Overview
Preethi C. Kurakula, MD, is a board-certified, experienced rheumatologist at Ascension Via Christi in Wichita, Kansas. Dr. Kurakula diagnoses and treats autoinflammatory and autoimmune diseases such as carpal tunnel syndrome, gout, lupus, psoriasis and rheumatoid arthritis. She specializes in advanced treatments, including ultrasound-guided injections, and medication management, listening to you and working with you to create a personalized care plan.
Dr. Kurakula is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, Rheumatoid Vasculitis, and Psoriasis.
Dr. Kurakula is board certified in The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine and The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Rheumatology. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Kurakula is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1515 S Clifton Ave, Ste 205, Wichita, KS 67218
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Preethi C. Kurakula
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Preethi C. Kurakula?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Preethi C. Kurakula by calling their office at 316-274-8188. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Preethi C. Kurakula a top-rated expert for Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Preethi C. Kurakula is classified as an Distinguished expert for Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Preethi C. Kurakula specialize in?
While Dr. Preethi C. Kurakula is a Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, and Rheumatoid Vasculitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Rheumatology.
Does Dr. Preethi C. Kurakula participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Preethi C. Kurakula has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). You can view a list of Dr. Preethi C. Kurakula's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Preethi C. Kurakula accept my insurance?
Dr. Preethi C. Kurakula accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 316-274-8188 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)Dr. Kurakula isDistinguished. Learn about Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).
- Advanced
- Ankylosing SpondylitisDr. Kurakula isAdvanced. Learn about Ankylosing Spondylitis.
- Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)Dr. Kurakula isAdvanced. Learn about Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA).
- OsteoporosisDr. Kurakula isAdvanced. Learn about Osteoporosis.
- Postmenopausal OsteoporosisDr. Kurakula isAdvanced. Learn about Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.
- PsoriasisDr. Kurakula isAdvanced. Learn about Psoriasis.
- Psoriatic ArthritisDr. Kurakula isAdvanced. Learn about Psoriatic Arthritis.
- Experienced
- BursitisDr. Kurakula isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)Dr. Kurakula isExperienced. Learn about Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE).
- DermatomyositisDr. Kurakula isExperienced. Learn about Dermatomyositis.
- Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)Dr. Kurakula isExperienced. Learn about Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA).
- GoutDr. Kurakula isExperienced. Learn about Gout.
- Granulomatosis with PolyangiitisDr. Kurakula isExperienced. Learn about Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis.