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Ragesh B. Thandassery, M.D. Hepatologist

Primary Appointment Location

John L. McClellan Memorial Veterans’ Hospital
4300 W. Seventh St.
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-257-2992
New and Returning Patients
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Overview

Areas of Expertise
Digestive Health
Organ Transplantation
Accepting New Patients
Yes
Patient Type
Adults
Language
English
4.7 out of 5
55 Patient Satisfaction Ratings
12 comments
Ragesh B. Thandassery, M.D.

Contents

  • Make an Appointment
  • About
  • Academic Background
  • Treatments & Procedures
  • Areas of Expertise
  • Locations
  • Ratings & Reviews

Make an Appointment With Dr. Thandassery

New patients can make an appointment by contacting the clinic directly.

Existing patients also have the option of requesting an appointment online through My HealtheVet.

About Dr. Thandassery

Clinical Biography

Ragesh Thandassery, M.D., is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Internal Medicine and a transplant hepatologist in the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology. Dr. Thandassery received his medical degree and completed his internship at the Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research in Pondicherry, India. He completed a residency in internal medicine at the Maulana Azad Medical College in New Delhi, and a fellowship in gastroenterology at the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research in Chandigarh, India, where he spent an additional year as a senior research associate. Dr. Thandassery continued his training with a liver transplant fellowship at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York. He held a number of academic and clinical positions in India and Qatar from 2012 to 2018, when he began serving as a transplant hepatologist at the John L. McClellan Memorial Veterans Hospital in Little Rock.

Dr. Thandassery's Academic Background

Faculty Appointments

Department of Internal Medicine — Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Assistant Professor

Education and Training

Fellowship
Mount Sinai School of Medicine
Liver Transplant
Fellowship
Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research
Gastroenterology
Residency
Maulana Azad Medical College
Internal Medicine
Internship
Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research
Medical School
Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research

Medical Treatments and Procedures Performed or Prescribed by Dr. Thandassery

UAMS Health providers perform and prescribe a broad range of treatments and procedures, some of which may not be listed below.

  • Liver Transplant Surgery
  • Pancreatic Transplant

Dr. Thandassery's Areas of Expertise

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Digestive Health

With highly skilled and trained specialists and the latest technology, UAMS Health's digestive health services are the most complete in the state.

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Organ Transplantation

Organ transplants are often life-saving treatments for conditions where an organ has failed or is no longer functioning properly.

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Locations Where Dr. Thandassery Practices

John L. McClellan Memorial Veterans' Hospital

John L. McClellan Memorial Veterans’ Hospital , Primary Location

4300 W. Seventh St.
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-257-2992
New and Returning Patients
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Exterior of Outpatient Center

Liver Transplant Clinic at the UAMS Medical Center

4110 Outpatient Circle
Outpatient Center
Suite 3150
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
800-552-8026
New and Returning Patients
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Exterior of Outpatient Center

Gastroenterology Clinic

4110 Outpatient Circle
Outpatient Center
Suite 3160
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-603-1900
New and Returning Patients
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Patient Ratings & Reviews

Average Ratings

Likelihood of recommending this provider
4.5 out of 5
Provider discussed treatment options
4.6 out of 5
Provider explained things clearly
4.6 out of 5
Provider included you in decisions
4.6 out of 5
Provider showed concern
4.6 out of 5

Overall: 4.7 out of 5

(55 Ratings, 12 Comments)

Individual Reviews

5 out of 5

Comment

Love all my medical staff

Date

Mar 29, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

I would recommend th tram on this clinic to any patient who needs care for a potential transplant.

Date

Jan 09, 2025
1.75 out of 5

Comment

I have never been talked to by a Physician with such disrespect and compassion as I was talked to at my appointment. I was devastated.

Date

Nov 01, 2024
5 out of 5

Comment

The entire team is always fantastic and make me feel comfortable. Questions are always answered and explanations are always thorough end explained in a way I can understand. I appreciated the way they take a personal interest in my treatment and making me feel comfortable as a patient.

Date

Sep 18, 2024
5 out of 5

Comment

Excellent

Date

Jul 24, 2024
5 out of 5

Comment

Every person, from the front desk to the physician, was kind, compassionate, and knowledgeable. I received personalized care and never felt rushed through the appointment. I would highly recommend this clinic.

Date

Jul 03, 2024
More Recent Reviews
5 out of 5

Comment

Love all my medical staff

Date

Mar 29, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

I would recommend th tram on this clinic to any patient who needs care for a potential transplant.

Date

Jan 09, 2025
1.75 out of 5

Comment

I have never been talked to by a Physician with such disrespect and compassion as I was talked to at my appointment. I was devastated.

Date

Nov 01, 2024
5 out of 5

Comment

The entire team is always fantastic and make me feel comfortable. Questions are always answered and explanations are always thorough end explained in a way I can understand. I appreciated the way they take a personal interest in my treatment and making me feel comfortable as a patient.

Date

Sep 18, 2024
5 out of 5

Comment

Excellent

Date

Jul 24, 2024
5 out of 5

Comment

Every person, from the front desk to the physician, was kind, compassionate, and knowledgeable. I received personalized care and never felt rushed through the appointment. I would highly recommend this clinic.

Date

Jul 03, 2024
5 out of 5

Comment

The entire team in the Solid Organ Clinic is fantastic! Please be extremely proud of them all and the professionalism, knowledge and caring they extend to the patients. like me, who walk through the door.

Date

Jun 19, 2024
5 out of 5

Comment

[NAME] is the most kind hearted nurse i ever had [NAME] is very nice and likes to joke around with Me and I love it please recognize these two people they really deserve it

Date

Jun 19, 2024
5 out of 5

Comment

The staff are always kind, helpful and glad to see me. The Dr. Is very helpful and cares about my concerns.

Date

Jun 05, 2024
5 out of 5

Comment

I absolutely love Dr. T in the transplant division... And I can't say enough about [NAME] and [NAME] that was in the ICU ! I have had such a great experience with the whole team and experience at UAMS! Thank you so much for saving my life!

Date

May 22, 2024

Make an Appointment With Dr. Thandassery

New patients can make an appointment by contacting the clinic directly.

Existing patients also have the option of requesting an appointment online through My HealtheVet.

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