About
Vijaya L. Cherukuri, MD, leads Premier Health Care Inc. as its Medical Director and has served the Saint Petersburg, Florida area for over 25 years. She earned her medical degree from Andhra University in India, training at Rangaraya Medical College, before completing her Internal Medicine residency at Long Island College Hospital in New York. She later earned an MBA in Healthcare Administration from the University of Miami, bringing both clinical and operational depth to her practice. She also completed training at Mount Sinai School of Medicine.
Dr. Cherukuri holds board certification in Internal Medicine. She is a member of the American Medical Association, the American Geriatrics Society, and the American College of Physicians. Her clinical focus spans geriatric care, women's health, preventive medicine, and the management of chronic conditions including diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. She provides inpatient care at all South Pinellas County hospitals and speaks English, Telugu, Hindi, and Tamil. Outside the office, she enjoys time with her family, including her two children, both graduates of the University of Florida.
Education & Training
Medical School
Rangaraya Medical College, Andhra University (India)
Residency
Internal Medicine, Long Island College Hospital, New York
Additional Training
MBA in Healthcare Administration, University of Miami; Mount Sinai School of Medicine
Certifications
Languages
English, Telugu, Hindi, Tamil
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Cherukuri right for?
Dr. Cherukuri is a strong fit for adults seeking a long-tenured internist who knows their community well. Older adults and those managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, or high blood pressure benefit from her geriatric medicine focus. Women looking for a primary care physician who also addresses women's health concerns will find her approach well-suited to their needs. Patients who value direct access and availability beyond standard office hours are well served by her concierge model. Those who speak Telugu, Hindi, or Tamil will appreciate her multilingual fluency.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Cherukuri treats a wide range of adult conditions, with particular depth in chronic disease management. Her focus areas include diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, joint conditions, lung disease, respiratory illnesses, and sleep disorders. She also addresses sinus infections and coordinates care for patients with complex or overlapping health concerns.
Yes, Dr. Cherukuri holds board certification in Internal Medicine. She completed her residency at Long Island College Hospital in New York and earned her medical degree from Andhra University in India.
Dr. Cherukuri specializes in concierge internal medicine with a particular focus on geriatric care and women's health. She also delivers preventive care, chronic disease management, annual exams, and health screenings for adult patients.
Yes, Dr. Cherukuri provides inpatient care at all South Pinellas County hospitals. This means her patients retain continuity with their own physician if they require hospitalization.
Dr. Cherukuri speaks English, Telugu, Hindi, and Tamil. Her multilingual fluency allows her to communicate directly with patients from a range of backgrounds.
Dr. Cherukuri is a member of the American Medical Association, the American Geriatrics Society, and the American College of Physicians. These memberships reflect her engagement with both general internal medicine and geriatric care.
Beyond her medical degree from Andhra University and her residency at Long Island College Hospital, Dr. Cherukuri holds an MBA in Healthcare Administration from the University of Miami. She also trained at Mount Sinai School of Medicine. This combination allows her to manage her practice with both clinical and administrative expertise.
Dr. Cherukuri focuses on adult patients, with a particular emphasis on older adults and women. She works well with patients managing multiple chronic conditions and those who want a primary care physician capable of coordinating specialty and hospital care.
Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026