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Nithin Karakala, M.D. Nephrologist

Primary Appointment Location

Renal Clinic
4110 Outpatient Circle
Outpatient Center
Second Floor
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
(501) 661-7910
New and Returning Patients
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Overview

Patient Type
Adults
Language
English
4.2 out of 5
269 Patient Satisfaction Ratings
11 comments
Nithin Karakala, M.D.

Make an Appointment With Dr. Karakala

New patients can make an appointment by contacting the clinic directly or by calling the UAMS Health appointment line at (501) 686-8000.

Existing patients also have the option to request an appointment online through UAMS MyChart.

About Dr. Karakala

Clinical Biography

Dr. Karakala is an Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Division of Nephrology, Department of Internal Medicine. He received his medical degree from Deccan College of Medical Sciences in India. He completed his internal medicine residency at Greater Baltimore Medical Center in Maryland and his nephrology fellowship training at Medical University of South Carolina. He served as the Chief Nephrology Fellow at MUSC as well.  Dr. Karakala was on the faculty at MUSC for two years before coming to UAMS.

Dr. Karakala is board certified in internal medicine and nephrology. His clinical interests are continuous renal replacement therapy, early prognostic markers of acute kidney injury, and volume management in acute kidney injury. His research interests include biomarkers in renal disease.

 

 

Dr. Karakala's Academic Background

Faculty Appointments

Internal Medicine — Nephrology
Assistant Professor

Education

Fellowship
Medical University of South Carolina
Residency
Greater Baltimore Medical Center
Medical School
Deccan College of Medical Sciences

Professional Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine
  • American Board of Internal Medicine — Nephrology

Dr. Karakala's Research

Latest Publications

Publications listed below are automatically derived from MEDLINE/PubMed and other sources, which might result in incorrect or missing publications.

    Conditions Treated

    UAMS providers care for a broad range of conditions, some of which may not be listed below.

    Locations Where Dr. Karakala Practices

    Exterior of Outpatient Center

    Renal Clinic , Primary Location

    4110 Outpatient Circle
    Outpatient Center
    Second Floor
    Little Rock, AR 72205

    Appointment Phone Number
    (501) 661-7910
    New and Returning Patients
    View Location Get Directions
    UAMS Medical Center exterior

    UAMS Medical Center

    4301 W. Markham St.
    Little Rock, AR 72205

    Appointment Phone Number
    (501) 686-8000
    New and Returning Patients
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    Patient Ratings & Reviews

    Average Ratings

    Listened Carefully
    4.3 out of 5
    Knew Important Medical History
    3.9 out of 5
    Gave Enough Information about Health and Treatment
    4.0 out of 5
    Trust Provider
    4.2 out of 5
    Recommend Provider
    4.5 out of 5

    Overall: 4.2 out of 5

    (269 Ratings, 11 Comments)

    Individual Reviews

    3 out of 5

    Comment

    Once again, UAMS doctor didn't have info on urine nor blood test.(that was from my Primary Care Dr)(even though I had called twice & gave my PCP info) Because UAMS did NOT do urine or blood test on my last visit. So how could UAMS Dr compare results to see if I'm improved? Why am I having a bone density test after my visit... instead of before? And the only reason that it was a PHONE visit instead of in person is because I called to ask the above question & if a blood test or urine waa going to be done & was told "NO". I live in [CITY]. N.Little Rock isn't just around the corner.

    Date

    Jan 8, 2021
    5 out of 5

    Comment

    UAMS and this provider have high marks. I've been impressed with UAMS from the parking garage to Dr office.

    Date

    Jan 8, 2021
    5 out of 5

    Comment

    Hi, my appointment with Dr. Karakala was very good. I have always been impressed with Dr. Karakala. I am seen by many doctors and he, when he walks in the door, he knows everything that happened between the visits and what is going on with me and is very good at telling you in detail and making sure you understand what your condition is and/or the solutions. I think Dr. Karakala is probably the best doctor that I have had in my adult life.

    Date

    Oct 2, 2019
    5 out of 5

    Comment

    Keep up the good work.

    Date

    Sep 27, 2019
    1 out of 5

    Comment

    I had a reservation with my doctor and I went to it and he wasn't there, and they didn't even have me in the computer. I was really upset because I traveled a long ways. Okay, they made me a new appointment. I come and the doctor's not with me - not even 5 minutes and he doesn't even ask me how I'm doing, take a urine specimen blood work or nothing. So I am - I'm really serious about getting me a different doctor. I don't know if that will work, but I will - I will try to give this one doctor another chance. But I'm real - I'm real upset about that, real upset.

    Date

    Sep 25, 2019
    3 out of 5

    Comment

    I wasn't happy with the reception staff. The woman who checked me in looked unkempt and was unfriendly and unhelpful. The woman who checked me out couldn't be bothered to look up the number to the lab, she gave me directions to go there myself. I get out of breath easily and was annoyed to have to go out of my way. She didn't say anything about a follow up appointment either. Who knows when I'm supposed to go back.

    Date

    Sep 25, 2019

    Make an Appointment With Dr. Karakala

    New patients can make an appointment by contacting the clinic directly or by calling the UAMS Health appointment line at (501) 686-8000.

    Existing patients also have the option to request an appointment online through UAMS MyChart.