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Dr. Ramkumar Sankaran, MD

Dr. Ramkumar Sankaran, MD

Internal Medicine*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Ramkumar Sankaran, MD is an internist in Avon, CT and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Madras Medical College, Tamil Nadu Dr Mgr Medical University in 1976. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Backus Hospital and Charlotte Hungerford Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Practice

34 Dale Rd Ste 103 Avon, CT 06001
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Sankaran specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Nephrology. 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
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Sankaran's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sankaran

4.6

11 ratings, 6 with a written review
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
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MARYANN ZWOLAK – Apr 28, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Apr 16, 2019
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
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LM in Avon, CT – Oct 10, 2017
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
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Rex in Weatogue – Jun 15, 2017
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
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Simsbury, CT – May 08, 2017
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
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Kristin Henriques in South Windsor, CT – Jan 13, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Our philosophy is to try and prevent and treat medical conditions through lifestyle and diet changes first and medicines last. Our office provides a friendly and caring atmosphere with a focus on patient satisfaction. We try to accommodate patients...read more

biography

I have been in practice in Avon for the last 16 years. I have been a solo practitioner for the last 5 years. I am available to see patients every day and also on 2 Saturdays a month in the morning. I am board certified in both Internal Medicine...read more
  • Internal Medicine

  • Nephrology

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  • Stanley Med College

    Residency Hospital
  • St Johns Episcopal Hospital South Shore

    Internship Hospital, 1997
  • Li Jewish Mc

    Fellowship Hospital, 1996
  • Stanley Medical College-mgr University

    Undergraduate School, 1983
  • Madras Medical College, Tamil Nadu Dr Mgr Medical University

    Medical School, 1976
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
Nephrology
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  • English

  • Tamil

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Locations

Practice

Advanced Health Care LLC34 Dale Rd Ste 103 Avon, CT 06001
1
Hartford Healthcare Cancer Institute at584 Norwich Rd Plainfield, CT 06374
2

Practice

Hartford Healthcare Medical Group Inc.339 W Main St Avon, CT 06001
3

Practice

Mandell & Blau Md's PC201 N Mountain Rd Plainville, CT 06062
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Midstate Medical Center

    435 Lewis Ave
    Meriden, CT 06451
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Hartford Hospital

    80 Seymour St
    Hartford, CT 06102
    Recipient of 29
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
  • Backus Hospital

    326 Washington St
    Norwich, CT 06360
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    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

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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