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Dr. Malini Venkatram, MD

Dr. Malini Venkatram, MD

Rheumatology*

Dr. Malini Venkatram, MD is a rheumatologist in Wyandotte, MI. Dr. Venkatram has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena and MyMichigan Medical Center Midland. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 72 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (72 reviews)

Prime Rheumatology Center, PLLC

1623 Ford Ave Wyandotte, MI 48192
Telehealth available

Dr. Venkatram is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Venkatram specializes in the area of Rheumatology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Venkatram's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Venkatram

4.1
72 ratings, 51 with a written review
5 star
68%
68%
4 star
10%
10%
3 star
1%
1%
2 star
8%
8%
1 star
13%
13%

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Pleasant experience
Telehealth
Sincerity and a down-to-earth on everything.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Karl koella – Mar 17, 2025
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She knows her stuff but........
While I believe she is experienced and knowledgeable, she tends to talk at you vs with you. Many times she recommends something for a minor problem that I am really just looking for validation that this is 'normal' for my diagnosis. If you question her, she can get quite pointed in her response. She sometimes seems quite rushed, other times not. She is only doing telehealth for foreseeable future which is just not what I want- that may be something others want. Her receptionist is very nice, but Dr does go through them frequently. Every time I am done with an appointment, I vow to change Drs...... I guess satisfaction depends upon what you are looking for.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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About 3 years patient – May 19, 2022
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My mother has been dealing with debilitating osteoarthritis in her hips, Dr. Venkatram cancelled their first appointment. My mother said to the receptionist that she had already read the MRI reports herself and thought she should just see a surgeon but the receptionist told her that Venkatram reads the reports before appointments and if surgery was necessary she would have already called to suggest that. My mom went to the appointment and Venkatram read the MRI for the first time in the appointment and then suggested seeing a surgeon. My mother could have called a surgeon over a month ago if Venkatram had just read the report. This is medical neglect.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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Oct 02, 2021
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I think she is thorough and I liked that she was willing to work with me on my issues in a full spectrum. She does traditional medication, but also recommends holistic options also.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Cindy – Sep 28, 2021
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She tries very hard to answer my questions. She is always kind and tries to get answers to make me feel better. I have been very happy with her. She even fit me in one day when I was in so much pain, she told me to come on over. I am very happy with her.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Lois Sharon Alderman – Jun 03, 2021
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Dr.Venkatram is an angel ?? a gift from God. She has help me so much in just a short time. I h i have chronic pain and some other stuff for years. T hree different Dr.s I felt like it fell on deaf ears i felt like I was the crazy one. She listened to everything you say and she is so good and figures it out to help you. If you have chronic pain please please see her you will ?? her like I do she figured out what was happen to me.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Cathy mcgrath – Mar 25, 2021
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Don’t try an input anything, she already knows. Ask a question and it all related to old age, when I know some is related to nerves going bad. Talks to fast to really totally understand what she saying.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Feb 14, 2021
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So I’ve been calling since the 13th on my first appointment the doctor told me to call right after my telehealth meeting and nobody has even responded back I’ve left a message every day even the days they were closed I thought everything was good through the telehealth I did what I had to do picked up my prescriptions did my bloodwork and now I have received for the third day calls from a telehealth asking me what kind of drugs do I need do I need therapy do I need any assistance in and out of my home they knew everything about me. Nobody answers at this office and honestly to have a third-party know as much as they do about me I don’t know if I appreciate that they call me say this is telehealth we have nine important messages from your hospital visit and then they offer me all these solutions is this legit is this real I won’t even talk to them I don’t know who they are. I think she’s way over her head and take care of so many people maybe she don’t have time all the
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
5 others found this helpful
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Lori Young – Jan 21, 2021
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Rushes patients, always late
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Jul 26, 2020
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Ignorant, dismissive, condescending and will treat you worse if you don't give her the awesome review she asks you to post
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 others found this helpful
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Ashley Richards – May 10, 2020
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Dr. V took very good care of me , treating my RA. Very friendly staff as well. Thumbs up! Thank you!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Jamey – Feb 27, 2020
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After waiting for almost 1.5 hours I saw the Dr. I was told i have Psoriatic Arthritis. Recommended i get blood work but wouldn't be able to follow up with me for 6 to 8 weeks due to a planned vacation. I expressed my frustration but asked if there was anything I can do at home for diet or home remedies that could help until the next visit. Was told she wouldn't discuss the home remedies until the next appointment. If you are planning a vacation and know bloodwork is necessary for treatment you should not be scheduling new appointments until you are actually able to treat your patient in a timely manner. I wasn't asking for a miracle cure but something to do homeopathically until I can be seen again. After stating I would not come back, she tried to continue stating that seeing me sooner was not physically capable. I tried calling the office to speak with a manager to express my frustration and the office would not answer the phones.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
8 others found this helpful
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Dec 13, 2019
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Super fantastic I have Fibromyalgia. Didn't have much Faith that it would ever be healed. Mostly from stuff I've read. But, to my amazement... ???? She cured me!!!!!!! I was so sore just to touch my arm would hurt. Now, I could take a punch... Thank you so very much!!!! Love you Lesson learned keep the Faith!!!!! Yeah!!!!! hugs
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Holly in Trenton – Oct 29, 2019
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New staff is great
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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R in Ecorse, MI – Oct 22, 2019
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Went there for to see if I have rheumatoid arthritis. She did mulitiple tests, I think all the she could order that my insurance would cover. I went back to hear the results and she just yes you have rheumatoid arthritis. When asked why she thought that as all results were normal she just said it was a clinical diagnosis so the testing was all for not. She then wanted to put on meds and schedule ongoing appointments. Just seemed like a money grab. Didn't give anything to convince me other wise as to why all the testing and how she came to here conclusion. She didn't like that I challenged her about the results being normal on all tests.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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Sep 18, 2019
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I love Dr Venkatra m very friendly and helpful!!!!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Rhonda – Sep 11, 2019
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Have been seeing Dr. Venkatram for a while. I'm very impressed with her thoughtful and careful planning approach to my healthcare. She understands my health situation and has developed a long term plan for my recovery. Cannot say enough good things about her medical and communication skills. Feel total respect for her medical insights and abilities.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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T. A. Kootsillas Grosse ile, MI – Aug 21, 2019
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through doctor. caring staff.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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sara – Jul 10, 2019
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Dr Venkatram is very thorough and takes her time with you. She asks many questions and listens to all of your concerns and answers all of your questions in a way you can understand.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Barb in Brownstown – Mar 19, 2019
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Dr.V is a compassionate doctor and listens to all of your questions.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Faith in Trenton, MI – Mar 14, 2019
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About Me

biography

Dr. Malini Venkatram, MD is a rheumatologist in Wyandotte, MI. Dr. Venkatram has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena and MyMichigan Medical Center Midland. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • Rheumatology

  • Internal Medicine

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Rheumatology
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Dr. Venkatram is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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    Locations

    Prime Rheumatology Center, PLLC

    Prime Rheumatology Center PLLC1623 Ford Ave Wyandotte, MI 48192
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • MyMichigan Medical Center Midland

      4000 Wellness Dr
      Midland, MI 48670
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      6% higher than the national average

      83%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      8% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • MyMichigan Medical Center Clare

      703 N McEwan St
      Clare, MI 48617

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      92%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      90%
      Patients said they always received help quickly from hospital staff

      19% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • MyMichigan Medical Center Alma

      300 E Warwick Dr
      Alma, MI 48801

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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