Dr. Amitha RavulapatiMD

Internal Medicine

at Elite Medicine — Durham, NC

About

Dr. Amitha Ravulapati earned her MD from the Manipal Academy of Higher Education in India in 2002. She then completed a Master of Public Health at Northern Illinois University in 2005 before finishing her Internal Medicine residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in 2008. That combination of global medical training and public health expertise informs her preventive approach to patient care.

Dr. Ravulapati holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine and brings over 20 years of clinical experience as a practicing internist. She joined the UNC health system in 2013 and has called the Triangle home since. In addition to managing complex medical conditions, she offers life and wellness coaching for patients navigating anxiety and general life stressors. She speaks English, Hindi, and Telugu fluently. Dr. Ravulapati lives in Cary with her husband and two children.

Education & Training

Medical School

Manipal Academy of Higher Education, MD – 2002

Residency

Internal Medicine, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center – 2008

Additional Training

Masters in Public Health, Northern Illinois University – 2005

Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Multilingual Provider – English, Hindi, Telugu

Languages

English, Hindi, Telugu

Conditions Treated

chronic conditions
anxiety
general life stressors
preventative care
complex medical conditions

Who is Dr. Ravulapati right for?

Dr. Ravulapati is a strong fit for adults 18 and older who want a preventive, relationship-centered approach to their health. Patients managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, or cardiovascular risk benefit from her internist training and her global perspective on preventive medicine. She is also well suited for patients dealing with anxiety or life stressors who want coaching woven into their medical care. Hindi- and Telugu-speaking patients can see her in their preferred language.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Ravulapati cares for adult patients 18 years of age and older. Her clinical focus centers on internal medicine, preventive care, and the management of complex chronic conditions in adults.

Yes. Dr. Ravulapati holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She has practiced as an internist for over 20 years.

Dr. Ravulapati treats a broad range of adult conditions, including hypertension, diabetes, and other complex chronic illnesses. She also addresses anxiety and general life stressors, integrating medical care with wellness and life coaching when appropriate.

Yes. Dr. Ravulapati offers life and wellness coaching as part of her care for patients navigating medical conditions, anxiety, and general life stressors. This coaching approach complements her preventive medicine philosophy.

Dr. Ravulapati speaks English, Hindi, and Telugu fluently. Patients who prefer to communicate in Hindi or Telugu can do so comfortably during their appointments.

Dr. Ravulapati earned her MD from the Manipal Academy of Higher Education in India in 2002. She then completed an MPH at Northern Illinois University in 2005 and her Internal Medicine residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in 2008.

Dr. Ravulapati is passionate about preventive medicine and being an active partner in each patient's long-term health. Her training in both India and the United States gives her a broad perspective on how lifestyle, environment, and systemic factors shape health outcomes. She focuses on catching and addressing risk factors early.

Doctor profile last updated April 5, 2026