Mounika Rheumatology & Kidney Center

Mounika Rheumatology

& Kidney Center
Rheumatologist  ·  CMC Vellore  ·  🥇 Gold Medalist

Dr. Nagamounika
Kothapalli

Consultant Rheumatologist & Clinical Immunologist
Mounika Rheumatology & Kidney Center, MVP Colony, Visakhapatnam

MBBS MD Internal Medicine DM Clinical Immunology & Rheumatology 🥇 Gold Medal – CMC Vellore
Call: 91824 19306 WhatsApp
CMC
Vellore Training
🥇
DM Gold Medalist
10+
Conditions Treated
2
Clinic Locations

Academic Qualifications & Training

DM – Clinical Immunology & Rheumatology
Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore — India's Premier Tertiary Care Centre
Super-Specialty Training
🥇 Gold Medal — Best Outgoing DM Rheumatology Student, CMC Vellore
MD – Internal Medicine
Andhra Medical College, Visakhapatnam (NTR University of Health Sciences)
Post-Graduate Degree
MBBS
Andhra Medical College, Visakhapatnam
Undergraduate Medical Degree

Publications & Research

Hydroxychloroquine-Induced Phospholipidosis – A Forgotten Complication of a Common Drug
Kothapalli N, Padiyar S, Nair AM, Manikuppam P, Matthai SM, Roy S, et al. Indian Journal of Nephrology. 2024;34:175–7.
Case Report · First Author · CMC Vellore, Department of Clinical Immunology & Rheumatology
DOI: 10.4103/ijn.ijn_325_22  ·  Full text on PubMed Central

Conditions Treated

Rheumatoid Arthritis
RA diagnosis, DMARDs, biologics, joint protection & remission care
Lupus (SLE)
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus — organ involvement, flare management, hydroxychloroquine
Vasculitis
Large, medium & small vessel vasculitis — GPA, MPA, PAN, Takayasu
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Axial spondyloarthritis, back pain evaluation, HLA-B27, biologics
Autoimmune Diseases
Sjögren's Syndrome, Myositis, Mixed Connective Tissue Disease (MCTD), ANA workup
Psoriatic Arthritis
Joint & skin involvement, nail changes, dactylitis, enthesitis
Gout & Uric Acid Disorders
Acute gout flare, chronic tophaceous gout, hyperuricaemia management
Osteoporosis
DEXA scan interpretation, fracture risk, calcium/Vit D, bisphosphonate therapy
Scleroderma
Systemic sclerosis, Raynaud's phenomenon, interstitial lung involvement
Myositis
Dermatomyositis, Polymyositis, inclusion body myositis — muscle enzyme workup
Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain
Widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, sleep disturbance management
Osteoarthritis
Knee, hip & hand OA — intra-articular injections, pain management, joint care

Clinical Experience

🏥
Consultant Rheumatologist
Mounika Rheumatology & Kidney Center — MVP Colony, Visakhapatnam
Current
🎓
DM Rheumatology Training & Senior Residency
Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore — under internationally renowned Rheumatologists
Post-Doctoral Training
🔬
MD Internal Medicine – Senior Residency
Andhra Medical College / King George Hospital, Visakhapatnam
Post-Graduate

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Rheumatologist treat?
A Rheumatologist specialises in diseases of the joints, muscles, bones, and immune system. This includes Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus (SLE), Vasculitis, Gout, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Scleroderma, Myositis, and other autoimmune and inflammatory conditions.
When should I see a Rheumatologist?
You should consult a Rheumatologist if you experience persistent joint pain, morning stiffness lasting over 30 minutes, unexplained swelling in joints, skin rashes with joint pain, muscle weakness, or if blood tests show elevated ESR, CRP, ANA, or Rheumatoid Factor.
What is the appointment number for Dr. Nagamounika?
You can reach Dr. Nagamounika Kothapalli at MRKC by calling or WhatsApp-ing +91 91824 19306. Clinic is located at Door No. 1-56-40/2, Ground Floor, Sector-3, Venkojipalem Road, MVP Colony, Visakhapatnam – 530017.
Is CMC Vellore training significant?
Christian Medical College (CMC) Vellore consistently ranks among the top 2 medical institutions in India. DM Rheumatology from CMC Vellore is considered one of the most rigorous and sought-after super-specialty qualifications in the country, ensuring training under India's leading Rheumatologists.