Next available appointments
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Tue, 2/03
- 3:00 PM
Mon, 3/23
- 8:30 AM
Tue, 3/24
- 12:00 PM
Locations of Lokesh Ankenahally Rukmangadachar, MD

Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Temple
2401 S 31st St , Temple, TX, 76508- Monday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
- Tuesday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
- Wednesday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
- Thursday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
- Friday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
Office Hours
Biography
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| Language(s) Spoken |
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| English |
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| Education: MBBS, Mysore Medical College (2005) |
| Internship: Southern Illinois University Internal Medicine GME (2014) |
| Residency: Neurology, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine (2017) |
| Fellowship: Neuroimmunology & Multiple Sclerosis, University of Southern California Medical Center (2019) |
| Certifications |
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| Neurology- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology |
| Hospital Affiliations |
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| Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple |
Insurances accepted
Baylor Scott & White has established agreements with several types of insurance to ensure your health needs are covered.
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Patient Ratings (424)
The patient rating score is an average of all responses to physician-related questions on our nationally recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey .
| averageRating | metric | |
|---|---|---|
| 4.7 | Wait Time at Clinic | |
| 4.5 | Provider included you in decisions | |
| 4.5 | Provider showed concern | |
| 4.6 | Time Care Provider spent with Patient | |
| 4.6 | Friendliness/Courtesy of Care Provider | |
| 4.5 | Rate Care Provider |
Patient Comments (171)
Overview of patient comments
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Patient comments are gathered from our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey and are displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
Patients appreciate
Dr. Lokesh Rukmangadachar receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from patients who consistently praise his compassionate, patient-centered approach to care. Patients frequently describe him as kind, caring, and genuinely concerned about their well-being, with many noting that he takes ample time to listen to their concerns without rushing. His communication skills are highly valued, as he explains complex medical information, diagnoses, and treatment plans in clear, understandable terms. Many patients specifically appreciate that he reviews MRI images directly with them rather than relying solely on radiologist reports. His thoroughness in examinations and assessments is repeatedly mentioned, along with his knowledge and professionalism. Patients also value his collaborative approach, noting that he includes them and their family members in decision-making and treatment planning. His bedside manner and ability to put patients at ease, even when delivering difficult diagnoses, earns particular praise.
Patients also share
The primary areas for improvement mentioned in reviews relate to operational issues rather than clinical care. Several patients noted that Dr. Rukmangadachar speaks softly, making it difficult to hear him at times. Wait times and appointment delays were mentioned by a few patients, with one noting he arrived 20 minutes late to an appointment. A small number of patients felt he didn't adequately address their concerns, with one stating he didn't try to help and another mentioning he disregarded symptoms and didn't review MRI images. One patient noted that when a student was present, the doctor seemed preoccupied with teaching and didn't properly acknowledge the patient upon entering the room. A few reviews mentioned he has a dry or reserved personality, though this was infrequently cited as a concern.