What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.61
Average wait time
2.94
Bedside manner
4.75
“Despite the wait, Dr. Tummalapenta is worth the wait. Coming from a family of physicians I was extremely satisfied after seeing her. She answered all my concerns and more!”
Molly L.November 4, 2019
“Dr. Nirmala was very kind. I felt comfortable and happy that I have her as my doctor. It was my first time coming into this office and I had a great experience ! Thank you !”
Dilcia P.More than 1 year ago
About Dr. Nirmala Tummalapenta
Nirmala Tummalapenta, MD, is an experienced primary care provider at Boulevard Medical HealthCare/Tender Medical Care, P.C. in Bronx, New York. Dr. Tummalapenta provides comprehensive and wholesome care in a state-of-the-art practice, by using cutting edge technology and updated evidence-based medicine. This care is delivered in a friendly and professional manner. She recieved her medical degree in Coimbatore Medical College. Then, completed her Post-Graduate Internal Medicine residency at Cornell University New York Methodist Hospital. She has been providing patient care for over 30 years. Dr. Tummalapenta is a volunteer attending at Montefiore Hospital and part of the Columbia Affiliated Physicians. Dr. Tummalapenta is committed to treating patients with complete and holisitic care. One of her priorities is educating and counseling patients on lifestyle changes and prevention of illness. This empowers patients to make healthier decisions and improve disease outcomes. She manages chronic conditions, such as diabetes and blood pressure, completes immigration physicals, and much more. Dr. Tummalapenta warmly welcomes all patients into the practice and looks forward to caring for them.
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Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Chronic high blood pressure
Osteoporosis
Diabetic emergency
High cholesterol
Chronic diabetes
Underactive thyroid
Chronic high blood pressure
Osteoporosis
Diabetic emergency
High cholesterol
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Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- American Board of Internal Medicine
Education and training
- Medical School - Coimbatore Medical College, Doctor of Medicine
- Cornell University New York Methodist Hospital, Residency in Internal Medicine
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Female
NPI number
1346381183
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.61
Wait time
2.94
Bedside manner
4.75
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I enjoyed my visit! She listened carefully and showed great concern! She was also very comforting and reassuring.
December 6, 2018Angelica E.Verified patient
I felt confident that I was being taken care by a PCP who takes pride in the care of her patients. Very pleased!
September 11, 2014Livia F.Verified patient
She was great. Very professional and nice not rude like some doctors. I'm truly glad I chose her. Great visit.
January 6, 2014James S.Verified patient
She was good. Really caring about your health. Would recommend her. Will make her my Primary doctor.
May 26, 2014Victor P.Verified patient
I absolutely love her and she was very informative and through. The wait time was the only problem.
July 8, 2014Initials hidden
The wait time is ridiculous never coming back again . I don’t have time to sit 3 hours to be seen
March 7, 2019Diana A.Verified patient
The wait was way too long! They were very through but I spent more time waiting around than ever!
April 6, 2015Initials hidden
Very professional and nice individual, she had the answers to my question and also suggestions
August 14, 2018Shauna-kay M.Verified patient
The doctor is experience and I love everything about her but the wait time is very annoying
More than 1 year agoAmarachi O.Verified patient
She was great but they were very unorganized and I will not be returning after my follow up
April 16, 2019Peter M.Verified patient
She is wonderful! Very caring and honest. I will defitinetly make her my primary doctor.
November 19, 2013Chasity S.Verified patient
Very good. She listened to situations and making sure you are receiving good care.
January 31, 2019Yolanda G.Verified patient
Great as always. Im moving to brooklyn but will travel to see her she is that great
August 31, 2014Shayna R.Verified patient
Dr. Tuna is great, however, as a first time patient the wait was unacceptably long.
March 1, 2019Ackime S.Verified patient
It was fabulous, she and her staff made sure I was very comfortable at all times...
More than 1 year agoDominique K.Verified patient
She was very professional, very thorough and very knowledgeable. Nice as well.
July 13, 2014Initials hidden
Very proffessional and thorough . Answers all your concerns . Truly amazing
September 26, 2019Catherine C.Verified patient
She is very thorough and I would highly recommend to friends and family.
March 18, 2019Keyonna A.Verified patient
It was great. Very Informational! I will make her my primary physician.
September 11, 2013Hance M.Verified patient
Wow, very pleasant Dr and her staff were friendly an accommodating!
April 15, 2014Rochelle A.Verified patient
She was very nice and respectful. Best experience for my first PCP
More than 1 year agoJulia C.Verified patient
I was impressed with her warm, professional and treatment.
August 21, 2019John S.Verified patient
She is very very good. High recommended. Great listener.
November 2, 2019Initials hidden
Great doctor very humble, kind and professional.
February 4, 2015Alecia H.Verified patient
Despite the wait, Dr. Tummalapenta is worth the wait. Coming from a family of physicians I was extremely satisfied after seeing her. She answered all my concerns and more!
November 4, 2019Molly L.Verified patient
Dr. Nirmala was very kind. I felt comfortable and happy that I have her as my doctor. It was my first time coming into this office and I had a great experience ! Thank you !
More than 1 year agoDilcia P.Verified patient
I came in expecting to wait 2 hours based on other reviews... I waited 4. I could say a lot more about that, but frankly I don't have the energy.
Tips: there are 2 waiting rooms... Don't be fooled like I was. Don't drive, you'll end up paying the meter. And bring something to do, snacks etc.
As for Dr. Nirmala - she was very sweet and caring. It's clear she knows her medicine. She suggested issues that no other provider had suspected before. She was comprehensive. I'm worried about coming back and waiting for hours but... She may just be worth it.
October 11, 2019Lubna R.Verified patient
Pleasant and instructive
More than 1 year agoJean T.Verified patient
The wait time at this facility is ridiculous. My appointment was at 10:30am. I waited to check in for 15 minutes. And then I waiting for the doctor for over 2 hours. I wasn’t seen until 1:00pm. Never again
September 26, 2019Initials hidden
Dr. Nirmala is an amazing person and practitioner. She really makes sure to look out for her patients and has made me feel like family. I would encourage anyone looking for an educated, joyful, and kind doctor to try her services. I promise you they're rare.
August 9, 2019Densil B.Verified patient
The wait time is HORRIBLE. My appointment was at 11am i got there 10:50am and it’s currently 2:19p and i am STILL HERE. The bathrooms are pretty disgusting as well I was truly surprised. But Dr. Tummalapenta was good, had great bed side manners and not only focuses on your concerns but other things that should be concerning you.
More than 1 year agoAshley S.Verified patient
I had a 12o clock appointment and saw the doctor at 2:09pm. Waited for 2+ hours, no one gave me any specific time even though my appoint was 12.
May 17, 2019Roshane P.Verified patient
Great office and staff! Dr. Nirmala was kind, professional and thorough. The nurses and staff beforehand and after were all great and professional as well. There were many patients there so there was some wait time but not too bad at all.
April 22, 2019Kristina T.Verified patient
Very professional respectful, she takes her time with you to address all your needs and concerns you may have. She's give you a full exam.
April 16, 2019Derrick W.Verified patient
Great!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Tummalapenta was very attentive and personable. She took her time to get to know me which I appreciated. Definitely coming back.
March 12, 2019Gabriel D.Verified patient
The doctor was very nice, she took the time to actually listen to my concerns health wise. The staff there is very nice as well and they run detail test which I like.
February 1, 2019Caroline G.Verified patient
Very polite and knowledgeable
Willing to help
December 17, 2018Erica J.Verified patient
Willing to help
Very pleasant
November 19, 2018Erica J.Verified patient
She’s so sweet & really does her best at trying to understand your needs. Just moved to the area and have seen her twice already for some back problems I’ve been having. She’s been so helpful in my journey so far! Highly recommended!!
More than 1 year agoStephanie M.Verified patient
She's very nice Direct seem very concerned with everything that needed to be addressed and very accurate very professional and straight to the point
November 6, 2018Michael H.Verified patient
The doctor was very nice and informative but I believe she is over booked and over worked. My first appt with her I waited 1 1/2 and my second appt I waited for 2 1/2 hours! Unexceptionable!! I needed a physical ASAP! I did bloodwork at the same location and had to wait for the phlebotomists to get back from lunch. Very annoying! She was nice as well, and the staff was nice as well
October 29, 2018Initials hidden
I had a 10am appointment and didn’t leave until 1:30. You have to wait to check in, then wait to get your vitals taken , then wait to see the doctor and then wait to get an appointment. Each wait was ridiculous, i left before even getting another appointment. I will never go here again.
More than 1 year agoNaiomie G.Verified patient
It was a great experience
May 26, 2018Latasha S.Verified patient
Dr. Nirmala took her time with me unlike some other doctors I’ve had in the past. She doesn’t rush the appointment and she addresses all of your concerns and questions. The only thing that I would like to see an improvement on is the wait time. I arrived 30 minutes early and still managed to wait 2.5 hours. Otherwise all of the staff members were amazing.
May 14, 2018Kimberly M.Verified patient
I arrived at 11 am on the nose. The receptionist staff was nice, but extremely busy. This office definitely needs the qualified experience of office manager. Everyone is doing everything, but not doing it well. They have a check in waiting area, which I waited 20 mins. Then another waiting area to take my weight, height and blood pressure, another 20 mins. To a really sick patient. I feel that is unacceptable. I finally get called by the physician. We began the Motivational Interviewing phase. Ohh I see you are over weight and your blood pressure is high, you are carrying the weight of a 1 year old child. I have strep throat. I know I need to eat right and exercise, I am not there for you to judge me. She then gets a phone call on her cell phone. She excuses herself, for 15 mins. I'm sorry I am so busy. Comes back to only giving me 5 mins of her time. Total time spent with doctor: 10 mins. Long story short, I will never go back to this facility again. The nurses were nice, even the front desk staff was pleasant. This Dr.'s bedside manner was a 0%. Will not be returning
May 4, 2018Chalatise J.Verified patient
Dr. Tummalapenta is a great doctor who is genuine and so sweet! This was my first time having her as a physician and will not be the last. Her staff is also sweet, genuine and truly try to make the wait time for patients short while engaging with them and making them feel comfortable. Highly highly recommend.
August 11, 2016Theresa V.Verified patient
Dr. Tummalapenta is a great doctor. She is kind and caring and takes the time to explain anything you may not understand. Staff is also great. The only downside is the wait to be seen is pretty long so bring something to keep you entertained.
August 17, 2016Natyka C.Verified patient
Wait time could be a little shorter. However, the service was excellent, everyone was professional and very pleasant which made me more comfortable. The doctor was very nice and is very helpful.
April 11, 2016Samantha D.Verified patient
I made an appointment on line for 10:30am and was accepted and was accepted with no conditions. When I was getting ready to leave my home, I got a call from the front desk telling me that they where sorry and the only opening they had was 12:30pm. I was not seen until almost 2pm. This in my first experience so lets see how my other appointments go. As far as Dr. Nirmala she seems caring, attentive and worth a continued visit.
March 30, 2016Ricardo S.Verified patient
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What practice does Dr. Nirmala Tummalapenta work with?
Dr. Nirmala Tummalapenta works with TENDER MEDICAL CARE PC.
Where is Dr. Nirmala Tummalapenta's office located?
Dr. Nirmala Tummalapenta's office is located at 4238 Bronx Blvd, Bronx, NY 10466.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nirmala Tummalapenta have?
Dr. Nirmala Tummalapenta is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine.
What languages does Dr. Nirmala Tummalapenta speak?
Dr. Nirmala Tummalapenta speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Nirmala Tummalapenta in reviews?
155 patients have reviewed Dr. Nirmala Tummalapenta. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.61/5. They have a 4.75/5 rating for bedside manner and a 2.94/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.