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Akhila R Kothapalli, DO
I speak: English, Hindi, Telugu
My gender: Female
Where I practice
About me
I am originally from Southern India and grew up in the Bay Area, where I developed a deep appreciation for the outdoors, especially the mountains and beaches. I decided to pursue a career in medicine while in college and have never looked back.
I am passionate about caring for women at every stage of life. I believe the foundation of excellent health care begins with listening and empowering patients to make informed decisions about their health. I value building long-term relationships and strive to create a welcoming environment where every woman feels heard, respected, and supported.
About my practice
I am passionate about providing compassionate, patient-centered care to underserved and low socioeconomic communities, with a strong commitment to improving access to equitable women's health care and addressing disparities that impact maternal outcomes. I am dedicated to supporting women through every stage of life, with clinical interests in infertility, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and high-risk pregnancies.
I strongly believe in a holistic approach to medicine - one that recognizes the connection between physical health, emotional well-being, and the often unseen mental load many women carry while balancing family, work, relationships, and caregiving responsibilities. I am an advocate for open conversations around mental health during pregnancy and the postpartum period, and I encourage women to prioritize both their mental and physical well-being.
I am also passionate about empowering women to challenge traditional expectations and define success, balance, and fulfillment on their own terms.
How I thrive
"The more I study happiness, the more I realize it comes down to one thing: living in alignment with what truly matters."
I am deeply grateful for the life I live, one shared with my husband and daughter, with our parents close enough to be part of our everyday moments. These relationships are a constant source of joy, grounding, and strength.
My work in clinical practice is both a privilege and a responsibility that I carry with intention and care. Teaching students and residents adds another layer of meaning, reminding me that growth, curiosity, and compassion are lifelong pursuits.
Outside of medicine, I return to the practices that help me stay centered: yoga, long hikes, quiet swims, and the steady companionship of a good audiobook. These moments create space to breathe, reflect, and reset, even on the busiest days.
In recent years, travel has become a meaningful source of perspective and renewal. Experiencing new places, and seeing the world through my daughter's sense of wonder, has been deeply enriching. Sharing these moments with my husband is when I feel most aligned: present, connected, and fully alive.
Medical groups and plans
The Southeast Permanente Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente Panola Medical Center
Plans accepted
- HMO or EPO
- Individual and Family Plans - Added Choice
- Senior Advantage
- Signature HMO
Contact information
- Health Line
- 1-800-611-1811 (toll free)
- Health Line TTY
- 1-800-255-0056 (toll-free TTY for the hearing/speech impaired)
- Health Line locally
- 404-365-0966
My training, certifications and licensing
Medical school
Midwestern University - Arizona College of Osteopathic MedicineBoard certification
Obstetrics & Gynecology
American Board Obstetrics & GynecologyTo verify board certification for an individual practitioner, please visit the American Board of Medical Specialties, the American Medical Association, or the American Osteopathic Association websites.
Medical training
Residency
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Ochsner LSU Health ShreveportJoined Permanente Medical Group
2026My hospitals
I have admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
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This page was last updated on: 07/18/2026