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Dr. Jacob Vadakekalam, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism* Age 66
Dr. Jacob Vadakekalam, MD
4.2 (54 Ratings)

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Dr. Jacob Vadakekalam, MD is a Diabetes & Metabolism Endocrinologist in San Antonio, TX.
Dr. Jacob Vadakekalam, MD
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Dr. Jacob Vadakekalam, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism* Age 66
San Antonio, TX
Accepting new patients
43 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Jacob Vadakekalam, MD is a Diabetes & Metabolism Endocrinologist in San Antonio, TX.

About

Dr. Vadakekalam graduated from St Johns Med Coll-Bangalore University in 1981 and completed a residency at Mayo Grad School.Dr. Jacob Vadakekalam, MD is a Diabetes & Metabolism Endocrinologist in San Antonio, TX and has 43 years experience. Dr. Vadakekalam currently practices at Diabetes & Glandular Disease Clinic and are affiliated with Methodist Hospital, Doctors Hospital of Laredo, Connally Memorial Medical Center, Cuero Regional Hospital, Eastland Memorial Hospital, Frio Regional Hospital, Medina Regional Hospital and Val Verde Regional Medical Center. Dr. Vadakekalam has experience treating conditions like Diabetes Type 2, Dyslipidemia and Diabetes With Renal Manifestations among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Vadakekalam received an average rating of 4.2/5 from patients and has been reviewed 54 times. Dr. Vadakekalam's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Vadakekalam is board certified in Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Diabetes Type 2
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Diabetes Type 2
Dyslipidemia
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Dyslipidemia
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Diabetic Coma
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
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Osteoporosis
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Thyroid Nodule
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Hyperlipidemia
Hypothyroidism
Lipid Disorders
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Endocrine Gland Cancer
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Hypogonadism
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ACTH (Cosyntropin) Stimulation Test
Cholesterol Screening
Dexamethasone Suppression Test
Diabetes Counseling
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Diabetic Evaluation
Dynamic Endocrine Function Test
Oral Glucose Tolerance Test
Thyroid Nodule Evaluation
Thyroid Scan
Thyroid Screening
Ultrasound
VAP Lipid Testing
Water Deprivation Test

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Locations

  1. 1 Diabetes/Glandlar Disease Clin
    5107 Medical Dr, San Antonio, TX 78229
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Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Vadakekalam
4.2
Based on 54 Reviews
5 Stars (42)
4 Stars (1)
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1 Star (10)

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Sep 19, 2022
fast friendly and informative
james — Sep 19, 2022
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Specialties*
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Internal Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • St Johns Med Coll-Bangalore University
    1981
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology and Internal Medicine
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Internship

Internship
  • St Johns MC
    1982
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Mayo Grad School
    1993
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University Wis
    1993
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Jacob Vadakekalam, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Vadakekalam's profile.

Dr. Vadakekalam frequently treats the following conditions: Diabetes Type 2, Dyslipidemia and Diabetes With Renal Manifestations. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Jacob Vadakekalam, MD is affiliated with Methodist Hospital, Doctors Hospital of Laredo, Connally Memorial Medical Center, Cuero Regional Hospital, Eastland Memorial Hospital, Frio Regional Hospital, Medina Regional Hospital and Val Verde Regional Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Jacob Vadakekalam, MD holds board certification in Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology and Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Methodist Hospital

    7700 Floyd Curl Dr, San Antonio, TX

  • Doctors Hospital of Laredo

    10700 McPherson Rd, Laredo, TX

  • Connally Memorial Medical Center

    499 10th St, Floresville, TX

  • Cuero Regional Hospital

    2550 N Esplanade St, Cuero, TX

  • Eastland Memorial Hospital

    304 S Daugherty Ave, Eastland, TX

  • Frio Regional Hospital

    200 S Interstate 35, Pearsall, TX

  • Medina Regional Hospital

    3100 Avenue E, Hondo, TX

  • Val Verde Regional Medical Center

    801 N Bedell Ave, Del Rio, TX