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Brite John Chalunkal, DO

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Pain Management

Accepts New Patients
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About Brite John Chalunkal, DO

Brite John Chalunkal, DO specializes in spine disorders and is dedicated to delivering quality care. He is experienced in cervical/lumbar injections and spinal cord stimulation under fluoroscopic guidance along with EMG/NCS and ultrasound guided joint injections. Dr. Chalunkal is fellowshiptrained in pain medicine and where appropriate will treat spine disorders and injuries without surgery using therapy, injections, and other conservative modalities. Dr. Chalunkal is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He graduated from New York College of Osteopathic Medicine in Westbury, NY and completed a residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center & Columbia University in New York, NY. Dr. Chalunkal completed his fellowship in pain medicine at the University of Michigan Health Sciences - Department of Anesthesiology in Ann Arbor, MI. Dr. Chalunkal is currently welcoming new patients and accepts most insurance plans. He is on the medical staff at Baylor Medical Center at McKinney and Baylor University Medical Center at Dallas.

LanguagesEnglish
Ages SeenAdults, Geriatrics, Adolescents (ages 12-18)
Hospital Affiliations
  • Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital - Plano
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - McKinney
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Plano
Insurance Accepted
*Accepted plans and benefits may vary by location.
INSURANCE PLAN
ACCEPTS NEW PATIENTS
Aetna - Aetna Signature Administrators
Aetna - Choice POS II
Aetna - Elect Choice
Aetna - Health Network Only
Aetna - Health Network Option
Aetna - HMO
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Aetna - Managed Choice
Aetna - Open Access Elect Choice
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Aetna - Open Access HMO
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Aetna - Open Access Managed Choice
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Aetna - Open Access Select
Aetna - Open Choice PPO
Aetna - QPOS
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Aetna - Select SM
Aetna - US Access
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - Baptist St Anthony Preferred HMO
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Plus PPO-Group
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Plus PPO-Individual/Family
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Preferred HMO - Individual Marketplace
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Preferred HMO Network - Group
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Premier HMO-Group
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Premier PPO
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW SeniorCare Advantage PPO
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - EPO Network-Individual/Family
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - ERS BSW Preferred HMO Network
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - Hendrick Health Employee Plan
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - HMO Network-Group
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - HMO Network-Individual/Family
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - McLane Group Network
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Bell County Public Health District - Bell County Public Health District
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Advantage Bronze
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Advantage Gold
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Advantage HMO
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Advantage Silver
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Choice Plus
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Choice PPO
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Essentials
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Essentials Access HMO
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Premier
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Premier Open Access HMO
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Select PPO
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Indemnity
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare Advantage
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare Advantage - EFH Retirees
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare Advantage - Oncor
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - ParPlan
Blue Cross Blue Shield - STAR Kids
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Traditional
Brookshire Brothers - Brookshire Brothers Employee Plan (Nexcaliber)
Cigna - CAC Plan
Cigna - Cigna Choice Fund
Cigna - EPO
Cigna - Flexcare
Cigna - Great West Open Access PPO-Open Access
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Cigna - Great West POS
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Cigna - Great West PPO
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Cigna - HMO
Cigna - HMO Open Access
Cigna - HMO/POS
Cigna - LocalPlus
Cigna - Network
Cigna - Network Open Access
Cigna - Network POS
Cigna - Open Access Plus
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Cigna - POS
Cigna - POS Open Access
Cigna - PPO
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Consolidated Association of Railroad Employees - Self-Insured Employee Plan
Coventry - Coventry/First Health
DFW ConnectedCare - American Airlines Employee Benefit Plan
Envolve Vision - Envolve Vision
EyeMed Vision - EyeMed Vision
First Health - First Health PPO
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FirstCare Health Plans - BSW Plus HMO
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FirstCare Health Plans - BSW Plus PPO
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FirstCare Health Plans - Hendrick Health Employee Plan
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Galaxy Health Network - Galaxy Health Network
Gladney Center - Gladney Center
HealthSmart - ACCEL Network
HealthSmart - HealthSmart PPO
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HealthSmart - HealthSmart Preferred Care EPO
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HealthSmart - HealthSmart Preferred Care GEPO
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HealthSmart - Preferred Network
Humana Behavioral - Tricare Members Only
Humana - ChoiceCare
Humana - ChoiceCare Preferred Network
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Humana - Commercial HMO Plans
Humana - Commercial PPO Plans
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Humana - Medicare Advantage Plans
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Humana - National POS
Imagine Health - EPN
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Independent Medical Systems - IMS Network
Magellan - CHIP
Magellan - Navigator Networks
Magellan - Pinnacle Networks
Magellan - STAR
Magellan - STAR Kids
Magellan - Summit Networks
Medicaid - AmeriGroup
Medicaid - Oklahoma Medicaid
Medicaid - Parkland HealthFirst
Medicaid - Superior HealthPlan
Medicaid - Traditional Medicaid
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Medical Development International - MDI
Medicare Railroad - Medicare Railroad
Medicare - Traditional Medicare
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Midland Memorial Hospital - Employee Benefit Plan
Mother Frances Hospital Regional - Self-Insured Employee Plan
OccuNet - Occupational Networks of Texas, Inc.
Optum - United Behavioral Healthcare/Optum
PHCS Network - Beech Street of Texas PPO
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PHCS Network - Private Health Care SYstem PPO
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Reny Company - Workers Comp
Rockport - Workers Comp
Sedgwick Preferred Network f/k/a Southwest Medical - Workers Comp
Superior Health Plan - Ambetter Balance Care - Silver
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Superior Health Plan - Ambetter Essential Care - Bronze
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Superior Health Plan - Ambetter Secure Care - Gold
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Superior Health Plan - CHIP
Superior Health Plan - CHIP Perinate
Superior Health Plan - Foster Care
Superior Health Plan - STAR
Superior Vision - Superior Vision
Superior - Ambetter Balance Care - Silver
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Superior - Ambetter Essential Care - Bronze
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Superior - Ambetter Secure Care - Gold
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Three Rivers Network - Three Rivers Network
Tricare - Tricare Extra
Tricare - Tricare Prime
Tricare - Tricare Select
TriWest HealthCare - VA-PCCC
United Behavioral Healthcare/Optum - United Behavioral Healthcare/Optum
UnitedHealth - AARP Medicare Complete
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UnitedHealth - Charter EPO
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UnitedHealth - Charter HMO
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UnitedHealth - Charter POS
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UnitedHealth - CHIP
UnitedHealth - Choice +HMO
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UnitedHealth - Choice EPO
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UnitedHealth - Choice HMO
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UnitedHealth - Choice Plus POS
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UnitedHealth - Core Choice Plus POS
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UnitedHealth - Core EPO
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UnitedHealth - Core HMO
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UnitedHealth - Dual Complete Medicare Advantage
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UnitedHealth - Group Medicare Advantage
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UnitedHealth - Medicare Complete
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UnitedHealth - Medicare Gold
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UnitedHealth - Medicare Silver
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UnitedHealth - Navigate EPO
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UnitedHealth - Navigate HMO
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UnitedHealth - Navigate HMO+
UnitedHealth - Navigate POS
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UnitedHealth - Nexus ACO OA
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UnitedHealth - NexusACO R
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UnitedHealth - PPO
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UnitedHealth - Secure Horizons
UnitedHealth - Select EPO
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UnitedHealth - Select HMO
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UnitedHealth - Select Plus POS
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UnitedHealth - STAR
UnitedHealth - STAR Kids
UnitedHealth - STAR+PLUS
UnitedHealth - UHC West Signature Value Gated HMO
University Mary Hardin - Baylor-Employee Benefit Plan
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Insurance listings are subject to change without prior notice. Please call your physician's office or your health or insurance plan to verify coverage information prior to scheduling your visit or procedure. Not all members participating in contracted networks have "in network" access. In network participation may change from time to time without prior notice. Independent providers (which could include, for example only, anesthesiologists, radiologists, pathologists, emergency medicine physicians, advance practice professionals, and other independent providers of health care services) may deliver part of your care, and such providers may be considered out-of-network on your health and insurance plans even if the Facility may be considered in network. If you desire additional information as to the providers who may be involved in providing your care, you can either ask your treating provider (who may know some of the specialists or groups who could be involved) or you can request a list of Facility-based physician groups by calling the following toll free number: (877) 810-0372. This list is updated annually and is subject to change without prior notice.

Background

Education
  • Medical School: New York College of Osteopathic Medicine (2009)
  • Internship: Rotating, Nassau University Medical Center - GME (2010)
  • Residency: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, New York-Presbyterian Hospital (2013)
  • Fellowship: Pain Medicine, University of Michigan Hospitals (2014)
Certifications
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
  • Pain Medicine - American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation/Pain Medicine
Industry Relationships

Baylor Scott & White Health’s vision is to be the most trusted name in giving and receiving safe, quality, compassionate healthcare. As part of that vision, Baylor Scott & White Health is committed to dealing honestly, fairly and with integrity in all matters to provide exemplary patient care, broaden medical knowledge, train the next generation of physicians and support outside relationships that promise public benefit.To that end, Baylor Scott & White Health physicians may collaborate with health care industry partners such as pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device companies (collectively referred to as Industry) to help develop medical breakthroughs, or provide medical expertise or education. To promote professional and commercial integrity in such matters, physicians who are employed, contracted for administrative duties or performing research with Baylor Scott & White Health seek advanced approval for certain new Industry relationships, and report their Industry relationships and activities to the Office of Corporate Compliance annually for review.

Baylor Scott & White Health publicly discloses reported payments to these physicians and their immediate family members of $5,000 or more from Industry companies with which the physicians interact as part of their professional activities. The information on this website may differ somewhat from information on other publicly available databases due to different reporting periods, definitions, or reporting requirements. Patients may visit CMS’ Open Payments Database for more information, and should feel free to speak with their physician about relationships with Industry.

As of Aug 25, 2020, Brite John Chalunkal, DO  has reported no outside relationship with Industry that is applicable to this listing.

Reviews (309) for Brite John Chalunkal, DO

Overall: 4.7*
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May 12, 2023
He is the best. Would only see him as my Doctor. Has helped me so much with my pain management when nobody else could what a great doctor
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May 12, 2023
Very thoughtful and took the time to listen to my problems and questions. I felt I was in good hands and that my health was his top concern.
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May 4, 2023
Very attentive gave his full attention to me and made me feel very well taken care of and in good hands of care
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May 3, 2023
He cares about his patients.
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May 3, 2023
He was very nice and explained everything.
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May 3, 2023
Dr. Chalunkal is excellent and I would recommend him to all of my friends and family.
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May 3, 2023
Efficient, Knowledgeand personal. Not Just Dr. But entire staff.
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Apr 28, 2023
Great
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Apr 27, 2023
Had to wait a bit but once he came in he diagnosed the problem and treated it.
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Apr 26, 2023
To the point . Great doctor!
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Apr 21, 2023
I always receive the best excellent care and customer service, I've loved him and his team since I started going, keep up the good work
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Apr 21, 2023
Fairly quick history review but I was given stronger medication which I was hoping to get me to better possibly controlling pain
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Apr 21, 2023
Great guy, great listener.
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Apr 17, 2023
Great doctor and service
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Apr 14, 2023
Attentive, prompt, engaged, active listener.
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Apr 14, 2023
Dr Chalunkal listens well to what I am saying.
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Apr 5, 2023
Dr. Made it clear to me that I should use portal to request prescription refills and any other time I need to communicate with his office. That was helpful because I was having trouble getting any response to my telephone messages.
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Mar 31, 2023
He listens to my pain concerns & provides non surgical options to help manage the moving pain in my neck, shoulders, back, arms & legs with physical therapy & targeting severe areas locally injected quick relief temporarily.
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Mar 30, 2023
Easy to talk too and listens what you are saying
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Mar 30, 2023
awesome experience not one complaint
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Mar 29, 2023
Couldn't have been better
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Mar 27, 2023
He seems to be a great understanding Dr.
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Mar 24, 2023
All very friendly
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Mar 24, 2023
He is very knowledgeable about my condition and explained the plan of care to me
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Mar 23, 2023
My experience with both the dr and resident dr was one of treating us with the utmost of kindness and respect . Dr Chalunkals personality is truly his asset for his profession . He listened an addressed each of our concerns . Thankyou for all your help .
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Mar 23, 2023
He knowable and friendly
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Mar 22, 2023
He's fantastic
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Mar 22, 2023
Dr. Chalunkal started caring for me several years ago he built up such a trust that after my wife had a knee replacement surgery and developed problems I recommended Dr. Chalunkal and she began seeing him, to me he's like part of the family.
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Mar 20, 2023
Dr. Chalunkal is very knowledgeable and was able to diagnose the issue quickly, he cares a lot about the patience's condition.
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Mar 17, 2023
Dr Chalunkal listens very well and always has a very positive attitude. I feel I can not get better care anywhere. I had a pain Dr in Ohio that I liked but Dr Chalunkal is so much better.
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Mar 15, 2023
He is honest and the most kindhearted doctor I ever seen. He care about your wellbeing. No matter how long you stay gone when you come back he remembers you and what's important to you. He is amazing.
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Mar 15, 2023
Very personable and listens.
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Mar 12, 2023
He was very caring, wanted to understand all of my pain issues and when he gave me an injection he was very gentle & I barely felt it.
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Mar 8, 2023
Great bedside manners,
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Mar 7, 2023
He is caring and kind; he is very knowledgeable and works with me to improve my health
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Mar 6, 2023
Great!!
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Mar 3, 2023
Doctor showed concern on my condition and answered all of my questions. Was very pleasing to deal with
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Mar 2, 2023
Dr Brite C is wonderful and very kind , totally listening and shows very caring and concern, attention to my needs to help me feel better and comfortable
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Mar 2, 2023
He addressed my issue with a valid usable solution.
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Mar 1, 2023
He listens to my needs, provides the care that is necessary. He recommends care and caregiver expertise. I am thankful for his knowledge/ expertise and and the manner he facilitates my healthcare.
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Mar 1, 2023
Effective and efficient
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Feb 23, 2023
Cares about his patients
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Feb 23, 2023
The doctor was awesome. Paid attention to my concerns and answered all of my question courteously.
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Feb 22, 2023
He was very professional, courteous and caring.
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Feb 17, 2023
Staff nd Doctor excellent, exceeded my expectations
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Feb 16, 2023
Dr Chulunkal listens well and is always compassionate and caring.
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Feb 15, 2023
Dr. Chalunkal is a caring physician who takes the time to listen to your concerns. I have complete trust in him!
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Feb 15, 2023
The people were very polite and respectful and knowledgeable!
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Feb 14, 2023
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Feb 9, 2023
Very good!
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Feb 8, 2023
Great guy
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Feb 7, 2023
He explained it to me very well.
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Feb 5, 2023
100%
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Feb 3, 2023
The Dr was kind and caring
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Jan 27, 2023
Dr Chalunkal is kind friendly and very professional
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Jan 26, 2023
Good pain doctor an caring
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Jan 26, 2023
Dr C was very patient and a good listener
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Jan 26, 2023
Best doctor ever. He is very attentive The care he provides is outstanding. A very intelligent doctor.
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Jan 25, 2023
Great
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Jan 21, 2023
Doctor listened to me and we made the decision as to next steps.
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Jan 21, 2023
Caring, listens, honest
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Jan 21, 2023
Very good front desk personnel, Dr approachable, good listener
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Jan 20, 2023
Great dr
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Jan 20, 2023
Caring and very approachable
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Jan 19, 2023
Thank you, thank you Dr. C. Don't know what I would do , but for you I have a lot to be thankful for
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Jan 18, 2023
Dr. C knows and understands my situation. He's always interested in listening to me and helping any way he can. I'd recommend him to anyone who has chronic pain and needs a doctor who'll actually help.God bless Dr. Chalunkal!!!
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Jan 18, 2023
Always the best experience!!
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Jan 18, 2023
Very good very professional
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Jan 18, 2023
Doctor was understanding and helpful
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Jan 17, 2023
HE LISTENS TO ME. LOVE MY DOCTOR
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Jan 17, 2023
Very brite, direct and effectively addresses the concerns I described.
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Jan 17, 2023
Very professional, knowledgeable, and nice.
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Jan 17, 2023
He listened to me
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Jan 16, 2023
I think he is a very good doctor, he spends time with his patients, listens to his complaints, and makes his examination at a level that satisfies the patient and reports his decision.
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Jan 15, 2023
Great appointment, he listens to patients, explained treatments, recommended a plan to treat my pain issues.
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Jan 15, 2023
He's awesome and very qualified!
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Jan 14, 2023
Dr C explains and listens. He never makes me feel like he is rushed and always tailors his conversation to my level of understanding.
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Jan 13, 2023
Great provider just hard to get appointment with him
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Jan 13, 2023
Always friendly
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Jan 12, 2023
For an initial visit he was everything and more than I could have expected. He want to make sure I understood my options. He listened and agreed or challenged me as appropriate. He made sure I understood next steps.
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Jan 12, 2023
I enjoy my visits Ithaca him and the very best
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Jan 11, 2023
Have seen Dr C several times and referred hi to a few friends and my wife.
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Jan 11, 2023
He tries to do what is best for his patients.
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Jan 11, 2023
Great experience overall. He took his time getting the history, reviewing images, performing the exam, and recommending treatment. I was very impressed.
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Jan 6, 2023
Knowledgable and thorough.
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Jan 5, 2023
He one of best Doctor's And great personality
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Jan 4, 2023
He has been the only doctor who believed I was in pain and did something to help me right then.
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Dec 31, 2022
Doctor Chalunkal and his staff were very friendly, professional and caring!
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Dec 29, 2022
He is a very caring Dr.
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Dec 25, 2022
I was referred by my GP and I had an appointment within the week thanks to his staff. Everyone I had contact with was so helpful and friendly. Doctor made sure I understood my options and answered/addressed all my questions/concerns. They made it a very pleasant experience which was greatly appreciated since I was in a lot of pain.
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Dec 23, 2022
Experience
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Dec 22, 2022
So very thoughtful & genuinely kind hearted
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Dec 21, 2022
Dr. Chalunkal is super positive, helpful, and empathetic....Really like him!
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Dec 18, 2022
Waiting tiime is short. Dr. C has a very good way of treating patients.
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Dec 17, 2022
Doctor was very helpful and listened to my complaints of pain! We discussed a plan on how to make me comfortable!
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Dec 15, 2022
He is a very professional and caring Doctor! I would recommend him to anyone.
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Dec 14, 2022
He was very personable and very thorough. Explained what steps would be taken to help.
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Dec 13, 2022
The doctor listened to everything I had to say regarding the pain I have. He took his time and offered suggestions, and ultimately let me make the decision on what I needed to do. Very personable and knowledgeable.
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Dec 11, 2022
Care provider provided excellent service and I felt comfortable with him. However, I waited about 45 minutes to actually see him.
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Dec 9, 2022
Dr. Chalunkal and his staff are very professional and very knowledgeable, helpful, and caring. I feel like a family member when I'm in their clinic
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