Dr. Papanna Ravichandra, MD
Dr. Papanna Ravichandra, MD, FRCP (UK) is a New York–based internal medicine specialist and primary care physician known for combining deep clinical expertise with uncompromising, hands-on care for every patient he serves.
For more than two decades, Dr. Ravichandra has cared for New Yorkers across a broad spectrum of needs—from routine primary care to complex chronic disease management—through his leadership at Ajun Medical Group / 3a Medical Group and as Vice President of 3a Medical Group. Since 1999, he has built a physician-led, patient-first practice culture that emphasizes access, continuity, and trust, ensuring that patients are seen, heard, and followed closely over time rather than treated as brief encounters in a crowded system.
Board-certified in Internal Medicine and trained in India, UK, and the United States, Dr. Ravichandra completed his MBBS at Mysore University and his Doctor of Medicine (MD) at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine of New York University. His education and subsequent recognition as FRCP (UK) reflect a rigorous academic foundation paired with a global perspective on medicine. He is affiliated with leading institutions including Mount Sinai Beth Israel and Mount Sinai Hospital, allowing his patients seamless coordination of care when hospital services are needed.
As the driving force behind Dr.NYC and its affiliated programs, Dr. Ravichandra is redefining what modern primary care can look like for New Yorkers—especially seniors and individuals living with multiple chronic conditions. His model is built on several core commitments:
- Physician-led, patient-centered care: Treatment decisions are guided by experienced physicians who know their patients personally and prioritize clinical judgment over rushed, volume-driven care.
- 24/7 accessibility: Through on-call support, home visits, and technology-enabled communication, patients and families can reach a trusted medical team any time of day or night.
- Care at home, not just in an office: Services such as MD2Home and Homebulance (Hobul) bring licensed physicians and medical equipment directly to patients, reducing unnecessary ER visits, easing the burden on older adults or those with limited mobility, and providing care in the comfort and privacy of home.
- Evidence-based medicine & advanced monitoring: From chronic care management and remote patient monitoring to diabetes prevention, vaccinations, infusion therapy, and weight management solutions, care plans are grounded in current clinical evidence and tailored to each individual's health goals.
- Community and continuity: As a PCMH-certified practice and participant in programs like the CDC-approved Diabetes Prevention Program, Dr. Ravichandra and his team focus on long-term relationships, prevention, and collaborative care that extends beyond a single visit.
Patients consistently describe Dr. Ravichandra as compassionate, thorough, and exceptionally dedicated—someone who listens carefully, explains clearly, and is relentless in advocating for their well-being. Many families have remained under his care for years, trusting him both for day-to-day health questions and for complex diagnoses that require close follow-up and coordination.
Behind the scenes, his work is also a family endeavor in the truest sense. As Dr. Ravichandra notes, "Between my wife and myself, we bring more than 50 years of combined experience as medical doctors." That shared commitment shapes a practice culture where expertise, empathy, and availability are non-negotiable.
Whether providing a same-day house call, guiding a patient through chronic disease management, or designing new care pathways for vulnerable populations, Dr. Papanna Ravichandra's mission remains constant: to deliver high-quality, human-centered medicine that meets patients where they are—and to make sure no one is turned away when they need care.