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Dr. Parvathi Theerthakarai, MD

(197 Ratings)

Specializes in: Family Medicine and Bariatric Medicine

Professional interests include: hypertension (high blood pressure), mental health issues, chronic illness, and more.

3270 W Lake Street Suite 3264
Minneapolis, MN 55416

(612) 262-8890

Dr. Parvathi Theerthakarai, MD is a family medicine practitioner in Shakopee, MN specializing in family medicine and bariatric medicine. Dr. Parvathi Theerthakarai, MD is affiliated with St. Francis Regional Medical Center, Allina Health and TWIN CITIES PHYSICIANS PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION.

Office Locations

Address:

1601 St. Francis Avenue
Shakopee, MN 55379

Address:

3270 W Lake Street Suite 3264
Minneapolis, MN 55416

Some issues Dr. Parvathi Theerthakarai, MD can help you with:

Heart Problems

The heart is one of the most important organs in the body. This smooth muscle expands and contracts rhythmically an entire lifetime, pumping blood to the lungs and then to every other cell in the body. When heart problems occur, it becomes difficult for the body to get the nutrients and oxygen it needs via the blood. So while there are a variety of illnesses and disorders that affect the heart, most of them cause weakness, exhaustion and shortness of breath. The most common heart conditions include heart disease, angina, arrhythmia, and valve disorders.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. This includes coronary artery disease, heart attacks, congestive heart failure, and congenital heart disease. Some conditions, such as genetics, cannot be controlled. But there are many other things one can do to lower their risk for heart disease. Controlling high blood pressure and cholesterol levels, reducing or stopping smoking, exercising more and losing weight if needed, and eating a diet low in sodium can all protect the heart.

Angina is a squeezing type of chest pain that happens when the muscles around the heart don't get enough oxygen. It can be regular or infrequent. Usually, angina is caused by coronary heart disease. However, not all chest pain is angina. Chest pain can also be caused by a lung infection or panic attack, for example, so it is important to have any sudden pain checked.

Arrhythmia is the word for when the heart beats too fast, too slow, or irregularly with skipped beats. It can feel frightening, and depending on the type it can be dangerous, but in most cases arrhythmia is not serious and can be treated. It is very common, especially in older adults.

Heart valve problems can happen in any one of the the heart's four valves that keep blood flowing where it needs to go. Babies can be born with problems in their heart valves, or valves can be damaged by infections. The valves can stiffen and become less mobile, or they can stop closing properly and 'leak' when the heart beats. Valve problems can usually be repaired surgically.

Mental Health Issues

Mental health issues, also referred to as mental health disorders or mental health illnesses, are a wide variety of conditions that impact behavior, emotion, and cognition. There are many different forms of mental health issues, some of which are acute (short-term), while others are chronic. Common mental health issues include:

Anxiety disorders, such as obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, and phobias
Mood disorders, such as depression and bipolar disorder
Eating disorders, such as anorexia and bulimia
Personality disorders, such as borderline and narcissistic personality disorders
Grief and trauma, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Impulse control and addiction disorders
Psychotic disorders, such as schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder

No single cause of mental health issues exists. Multiple factors may increase one's risk for developing mental health issues, including but not limited to:

Genetic history
Chemical imbalances in the brain
Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
Substance use
Exposure to viruses, chemicals, or other substances in the womb
Adverse life experiences, such as childhood trauma or recurring stress
Isolation and poor living conditions

Mental health issues are typically diagnosed by a provider like a psychiatrist or a psychologist. These issues are diagnosed through psychological evaluation and talk therapy.

Mental health therapy can be an effective tool in supporting people who are struggling with unwanted feelings, behaviors, or difficult circumstances in their lives. Many forms of therapy are available, including specialized therapies tailored to particular disorders. For many issues, therapists help patients manage their conditions through talk therapy. Other treatments can include medication or stays at a psychiatric facility. Mental health therapy can help people with mental health issues improve their mental and emotional wellbeing.

blood draw	70
doctor visit	133
lab tests	16

**Gender**
Male	39
Female	57

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	84
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	28
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	37

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	36
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	28
Dementia	0
Cancer	13

blood draw	69
doctor visit	188
lab tests	2

**Gender**
Male	39
Female	80

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	96
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	36
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	48

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	34
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	39
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	18
Dementia	0
Cancer	13

blood draw	107
doctor visit	190
lab tests	47

**Gender**
Male	98
Female	160

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	212
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	74
From 75 to 84	58
85 and over	26
Less than 65	100

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	38
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	19
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	26
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

blood draw	78
doctor visit	224
lab tests	48

**Gender**
Male	65
Female	95

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	129
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	13
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	53
From 75 to 84	39
85 and over	18
Less than 65	50

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	33
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	38
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	18
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	19
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	23
Dementia	0
Cancer	9

blood draw	156
doctor visit	213
lab tests	31

**Gender**
Male	58
Female	106

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	138
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	11
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	52
From 75 to 84	38
85 and over	17
Less than 65	57

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	33
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	26
Dementia	0
Cancer	7

blood draw	143
doctor visit	159
lab tests	28

**Gender**
Male	75
Female	112

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	158
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	13
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	53
From 75 to 84	43
85 and over	31
Less than 65	60

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	22
Heart Failure	30
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	28
Dementia	6
Cancer	7

blood draw	233
diabetes management	29
doctor visit	284
lab tests	290
preventive care	91
thyroid function tests	15
vaccines	19

**Gender**
Male	120
Female	163

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	245
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	14
Other	11
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	102
From 75 to 84	74
85 and over	35
Less than 65	72

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	4
Atrial Fibrilation	19
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	31
Dementia	6
Cancer	11

blood draw	176
diabetes management	32
doctor visit	167
lab tests	313
preventive care	89
thyroid function tests	21

**Gender**
Male	112
Female	132

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	212
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	12
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	117
From 75 to 84	52
85 and over	29
Less than 65	46

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	42
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	23
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	26
Dementia	9
Cancer	10

blood draw	425
diabetes management	80
doctor visit	494
lab tests	671
preventive care	202
thyroid function tests	48

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Parvathi Theerthakarai, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Parvathi Theerthakarai, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Shakopee, MN were lab tests, blood draw, preventive care and diabetes management.

blood draw	161
diabetes management	47
doctor visit	230
lab tests	169
preventive care	128
thyroid function tests	28
vaccines	19

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Parvathi Theerthakarai, MD.

**Gender**
Male	60
Female	90

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	5
Non-Hispanic White	127
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	2

**Age**
75 to 84	30
85 and over	15
Less than 65	47
65 to 74	51

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Parvathi Theerthakarai, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Parvathi Theerthakarai, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and depression.

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	31
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	8
Osteoporosis	0
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	20
Atrial Fibrillation	14
Cancer	7
Dementia	2

Education & Training

She completed residency at University of Minnesota Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the Board Certification: Obesity medicine and has a state license in Minnesota.

Residency: University of Minnesota Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: Board Certification: Obesity medicine

Licensed In: Minnesota

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Parvathi Theerthakarai, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

St. Francis Regional Medical Center

Allina Health

TWIN CITIES PHYSICIANS PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Parvathi Theerthakarai, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 197 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Parvathi Theerthakarai, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Shakopee, MN.

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2020-01-13

My previous doctor retired, had to pick a new PCP at Allina in Shakopee,Mn.
Have probably seen her 20 times. Everything from a routine exam, a Ruptured spleen, and everything in between.
I was a truck driver and she does their DOT physicals. Always very pleasant, professional, knowledgeable and never had to wait. 
Hope she doesn't retire b4 I expire..I am 65 yrs old.

Biography

Dr. Parvathi Theerthakarai practices family medicine and bariatric medicine. Her areas of expertise include diabetes, heart problems, and hypertension (high blood pressure). She is affiliated with St. Francis Regional Medical Center. Dr. Theerthakarai's medical residency was performed at a hospital affiliated with the University of Minnesota. In addition to English, Dr. Theerthakarai (or staff) speaks Tamil and Hindi.

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