Dr. Vinaya Puppala is an Anesthesiologist, Pain Medicine Specialist and Hand Surgeon serving the Carrollton and Douglasville areas for more than 6 years.
See what patients are saying about Dr. Puppala.
MAY 22, 2017 • Robin R. in Rome, GA
Recommends Available On Time Friendly Professional Knowledgeable Nice Office Understandable Reachable Helpful StaffThe most amazing group of people I've ever met. I have gone to another pain clinic for 18 months. They didn't listen, didn't do anything for me, and treated me like I was just some one looking for a fix. I saw Dr. Puppala and his amazing group three times, three, the third time I cried. Not because I was in pain or frustrated because no one was listening, no, I cried because I walked out that door in 0 pain. NO PAIN I couldn't tell you how long it's been since I've said that. He is a MIRACLE DOCTOR. His staff is friendly, educated, sweet, kind, I could go on and on...... I will recommend him to everyone I know who needs help. Thank you, everyone, you guys are truly a blessing.
MAR 31, 2016 • Michael B. in Atlanta, GA
Recommends Available On Time Friendly Professional Knowledgeable Nice Office Understandable Reachable Helpful StaffHe did a great job attaching a tendon to make an arch for my foot. He always returns my calls And best of all I'm out of pain. I highly recommend this doctor.
FEB 22, 2016 • Britt S. in Temple, GA
Recommends Available On Time Friendly Professional Knowledgeable Nice Office Understandable Reachable Helpful StaffI am an educator and football coach who is 7 years removed from a back injury that lead to somewhat of a fusion at l-4 and l-5 (installed an aspen device). The surgery relieved some pain, but much remained and new pain arrived. I was sent to pain management and at first I had a different doctor everytime and each tried something different instead of hearing what pain I felt or was I was feeling emotionally about my family's and my future. They insisted they knew what I was feeling and needed treated and how. But finally I Asked for Puppala specifically and he was/still is great. He listened to me, what and how I was feeling, not just physically, but the emotional side of the pain too. And, which is very important to me, didn't treat me like a drug addict for needing medicinal assistance. His nerve block injections/ablations worked better than any previous doctor and I'm so grateful for the ability to play and raise my 2 year old and 8 month old without worrying about the pain keeping me down. I literally just take tramadol on a daily basis as needed and sometimes way less than the prescribed daily amount depending on my activities. If you really want your life back, Dr. Puppala is who you want to see. Thank- you Dr. Puppala!
OCT 20, 2015 • Dennis K. in Duluth, GA
Recommends Available On Time Friendly Professional Knowledgeable Nice Office Understandable Reachable Helpful StaffMy experience with Dr.Puppala was absolutely remarkable. He was knowledgae, helpful and empathetic of my pain. I could tell he truly cared and was sincere with all of his patients and compared with my last docter who told me to go to work after my onsite injury. When I couldn't even walk. I highly recommend anyone who is suffering from pain to go to this remarkable doctor!
SEP 30, 2015 • Michael H. in Douglasville, GA
Cold and cocky are the words that best describe this doctor. After several visits I decided to drive much further to see a much better doctor. I would NEVER RECOMMEND THIS DOCTOR.
Dr. Puppala’s reply: I'm sorry you had a bad experience, especially since I strive to achieve patient satisfaction through profound pain relief and superior functional outcomes. I am not sure why you have to drive much further to find a pain doctor since there are numerous excellent pain physicians in Douglasville, but I hope you return closer to home for a re-evaluation by another board-certified pain specialist. Feel free to call the 24-hour Pain Relief Hotline at 1-800-976-8150 to discuss your case over the phone with a board-certified pain specialist if you'd like.
SEP 04, 2015 • Kesha B. in Atlanta, GA
Recommends On Time Friendly Professional Knowledgeable Nice Office Understandable Helpful StaffDr. Puppala was excellent in allowing me to choose the path I wanted to proceed for my pain management. He understand that I did not want to have to rely on meds in order to feel better and offered me options as to what I wanted to do. He listened to me and agreed with me that he also did not want me to have to continue to see him or rely on the meds to feel better. It was reassuring for me and I am pleased with my care thus far.
Dr. Puppala’s reply: Thank you for letting me help you Kesha! I wish you all the best.
JUL 27, 2015 • Jack W. in Villa Rica, GA
Recommends Available On Time Friendly Professional Knowledgeable Nice Office Understandable Reachable Helpful StaffDr. Puppala is a fantastic doctor and helped me when no other pain specialists could. I've been to at least four other doctors for my back pain and none of them were doing the right kind of procedures for the pain I have - they just kept doing epidurals and more epidurals. Finally, I saw Dr. P who immediately told me he would recommend something different. He did nerve blocks to my joints and then cauterized those nerves, and now I'm 99% pain free in my back. I don't need to take any narcotics anymore, and I only take over-the-counter medications on a bad day when it rains or after playing golf. Thanks Dr. P!
Dr. Puppala’s reply: That's great to hear Jack! I'm very glad you are doing better.
Yes, Dr. Vinaya (V. K.) K. Puppala is accepting new patients at this office.
(855) 332-9452
939 Bob Arnold Boulevard, Suite G, Lithia Springs, GA 30122
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As an interventional pain management specialist in Georgia, Dr. Puppala focuses on relieving chronic pain in patients. Interventional pain specialists offer pain relief by blocking or interrupting the transmission of neurological pain signals in the brain. Dr. Puppala may perform treatments such as spinal cord and nerve stimulation, nerve or medial branch blocks, medication management, or the implantation of drug delivery systems.
Pain management doctors specialize in caring for patients who are dealing with chronic pain, whether resulting from injury, disease, or otherwise. Dr. Puppala creates customized pain management plans for patients that may include therapy, medication management, or minimally invasive procedures. When creating a customized pain management plan, Dr. Puppala will evaluate the patient and their medical history, in addition to performing tests to arrive at a precise diagnosis.
Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center • Chicago, IL
Residency in Anesthesiology
• 2009 - 2012
McGraw Medical Center of Northwestern University • Chicago, Illinois
Fellowship in Pain Medicine
• 2012 - 2013
Resident of the Year
Illinois Masonic Medical Center
1st Place Research Award
Illinois Society of Anesthesiologists