About Kala Danushkodi MD
Dr. Danushkodi diagnoses and treats muscular, skeletal & neurological disorders. She administers trigger point and joint injections, as well as Botox injections for pain management and muscle spasms. She performs EMG testing, which is used to record the electrical activity of muscles; detecting abnormal electrical activity of muscle that can occur in diseases such a muscular dystrophy and conditions such as pinched nerves. Dr. Danushkodi is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation as well as the American Academy of Electrodiagnostic Medicine. She also serves as Medical Director of North Kansas City Hospital Rehab.
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North Kansas City Hospital Campus
Dr. Kala Danushkodi
MD
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Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
General Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
North Kansas City, MO
Female
21+ Yrs Experience
English & Tamil
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Overview
Dr. Kala Danushkodi is a physiatrist in North Kansas City, Missouri and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including St. Joseph Medical Center-Kansas City and North Kansas City Hospital. She received her medical degree from Thanjavur Medical College and has been in practice for more than 20 years. Dr. Kala Danushkodi has expertise in treating arthritis, among other conditions - see all areas of expertise. Dr. Kala Danushkodi accepts Medicare, Blue Cross, United Healthcare - see other insurance plans accepted. Dr. Kala Danushkodi is highly recommended by patients.
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SPECIALTY
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Physiatrists are physicians who specialize in helping patients with disabilities. They focus on restoring function after injury to muscle, bone, soft tissue, or nervous system. Some physiatrists specialize in sports medicine or pain management, for example.
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Patient Experience
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Overall Patient Experience
Excellent
(5/5)
27 Reviews Total
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Thoroughness of Examination
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Excellent
(5/5)
Ability to Answer Questions
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Excellent (5/5)
Provider's follow-up
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Excellent (5/5)
Amount of Time with Patient
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Very Positive (4/5)
Provider's Attitude
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Excellent (5/5)
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Patient Loyalty
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Excellent (5/5)
General Feedback
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Excellent (5/5)
Education
Education & Experience
Medical School & Residency
Northwestern Medicine Marianjoy Rehabilitation HospitalResidency,
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 1999-2002
Thanjavur Medical College
Medical School
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University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus
Internship, Transitional Year, 1998-1999
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Certifications & Licensure
American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation