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Internal Medicine

Vinay Chandra Pokala, M.D.

Hometown: Hyderabad, India
Medical School: Apollo Institute of Medical sciences and research center, Hyderabad, India
Favorite Song: Dracula
Favorite Movie: Bicycle thieves
Favorite Show: The Boys, Friends
Hobbies: Playing chess, Badminton and Movies
Favorite Quote: “You never know how strong you are until being strong is your only choice.”

Growing up, I was inspired by my father, a doctor who dedicated his life to serving underserved communities in India, teaching me the value of compassion, humility, and patient-centered care. During my time at Apollo Medical College, I developed a strong passion for Internal Medicine which motivated me to pursue a career as an internist with future aspirations for subspecialty fellowship training. As a resident at Northwest Health, I look forward to contributing to a positive teaching-learning environment while growing into a compassionate and evidence-based physician. Outside of medicine, I enjoy badminton, hiking, karting, exploring new food places and beaches, traveling, and spending time with friends, and I am also an avid Cricket enthusiast who enjoys the excitement and strategy of the sport.

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