Dr. Thiru Lakshman, MD
Colorectal Surgery*
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Dr. Thiru Lakshman, MD
Colorectal Surgery
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Dr. Thiru Lakshman, MD is a colorectal surgeon in Austin, TX. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as St. David's Medical Center and St. David's North Austin Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
4.1 Star Rating
Based on 59 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (59 reviews)
Office Hours
Monday
9 am
to
5 pm
Tuesday
9 am
to
5 pm
Wednesday
9 am
to
5 pm
Thursday
9 am
to
5 pm
Friday
9 am
to
5 pm
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
4106 Medical Pkwy
Austin, TX 78756
Austin, TX 78756
Locations
Texas Colon and Rectal Specialists
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- Hours
- Mon: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Tue: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Wed: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Fri: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Sat: closed
- Sun: closed
- Directions
Central Texas Colon & Rectal Surgeons
Central Texas Surgical Associates - North Austin
At a Glance
- Area of Expertise • Dr. Lakshman specializes in the area of General Surgery. 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 • America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Lakshman's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lakshman
4.1
59 ratings, 25 with a written review
| 5 star | 75% | 75% |
| 4 star | 0% | 0% |
| 3 star | 5% | 5% |
| 2 star | 5% | 5% |
| 1 star | 15% | 15% |
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Best surgeon
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 10, 2025
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Dr. Lakshman definitely listened to my concerns and took time to explain procedures.
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
What could be improved
- Long wait times
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Mar 28, 2025
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Very competent and professional!
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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Tom L. – Aug 11, 2024
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Surgery with Dr. Lakshman
What went well
- I felt respected
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 02, 2024
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Excellent surgeon- advanced techniques
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Lori M – May 09, 2022
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Wonderful Doctor
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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JW – May 05, 2022
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Dr. Lakshman was on standby and performed an appendectomy as part of my Endometriosis excision and total hysterectomy in April 2021 (the latter part of which was performed by an excision/Endo specialist named Dr. Devin Garza).
I felt like he did not fully prepare me for his involvement so I was confused about the basic plan and then unable to get in touch with his staff about it prior to surgery (after my consult with him) as no one would return my patient portal message (they answered ONE of my questions in the portal EVENTUALLY but not ALL and then would not get back to me) or call me back (getting ahold of someone there can be a real challenge obviously). They told me they were working to get their phone lines back in order so hopefully that is working now but the whole time I was a patient communication was not effective most of the time and that was extremely frustrating.
I felt like he was somewhat dismissive and not much willing to help me (he only gave recommendations of
What went well
- Wait times
What could be improved
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Appointment was rushed
2 others found this helpful
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K J – Aug 26, 2021
KJ: I am sorry about your negative experience. As... Read More
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This doctor is fabulous. He is very knowledgeable in his speciality. I had surgery with him and found him to be very warm, caring, and easy to talk to. Even my friends waiting for me through the surgery found him to be very nice and thoughtful.
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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Dr. Darlene Cravens in Buda, TX – Dec 31, 2019
Thank you for the kind words, Darlene!
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Although I found Dr. Lakshman to be an excellent surgeon I did not find his office staff to hold the same standard. Many times I called the office and no one ever answered the phones nor did a recording come on to leave a message. I had surgery three weeks ago and still haven’t been able to make my follow up appointment. Before surgery I called multiple time to address some presurgery questions and the same thing occurred. I think it was three days before I was able to get someone. I find this to be unacceptable.
What went well
- Office environment
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Staff wasn't friendly
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Kerri Allison – Nov 20, 2019
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Dr. Laksman has an incredible bedside manner. He is so knowledgeable, informative, and shows true concern for the patient
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 18, 2019
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Dr Lakshman and his staff have been very professional and great at keeping me in the loop every step of the way. He is very receptive to all my questions and I never felt rushed during our visits!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Nov 14, 2019
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Excellent explanation on how certain things work in our anatomy when it comes to our GI system and colo-rectal system,he explains on how we should be in taking daily fiber and drinking plenty of water, he is the best at what he does for all his patient's, he's a colo-rectal surgeon and like any surgeon their schedules are hectic, he tends to keep it all together the best way possible to accommodate his patient's with the help of his staff. I will wait for him as long as possible, he's timing is priceless when it comes to my health.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Nov 04, 2019
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Good explanation and consultation
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Sheila Schwab – Oct 31, 2019
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Dr. Lakshman is the perfect combination of knowledge in his field as well as having an outstanding bedside manner. He makes you feel extremely comfortable during your office visit in what can be an uncomfortable situation. I was extremely fortunate to find what I consider to be the best Colorectal doctor in all of Central Texas. I highly recommend him to all of my friends and family. He is quite simply the best in his field.
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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Anne Elizabeth Hall – Oct 31, 2019
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Always helpful and informative
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 11, 2019
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Every visit has been pleasant and thorough.
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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Oct 11, 2019
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he 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
What could be improved
No results
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kaye – Oct 04, 2019
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Great "bedside" manner. Patient, friendly. Puts you completely at ease.
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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Sep 20, 2019
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Follow-up after surgery; very thorough; all questions answered! Best surgeon in town!
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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Janet Waldeier – Sep 16, 2019
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Dr. Lakshman is very thorough. He is patient and answers all questions. Definitely recommend him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 11, 2019
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About Me
care philosophy
Central Texas Colon and Rectal Surgeons is a single specialty practice of seven surgeons in three locations serving the greater Central Texas region. We specialize in the treatment of colon, rectal and anal disease, both common and rare. Typical...read morebiography
Dr. Lakshman graduated from the University of Pennsylvania and then went on to obtain his medical degree with distinction from the University of Kentucky. He completed his general surgery training at Thomas Jefferson University and then completed...read moreColorectal Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals
- Recipient of 36
hospital awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
85%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% higher than the national average
79%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well3% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 86
hospital awardsAmerica’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery
View all awardsAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2025)
Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
87%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home3% higher than the national average
80%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well4% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 28
hospital awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery
View all awardsGastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2025)
Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
81%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home3% lower than the national average
73%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well3% lower than the national average
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