Introducing my self.
Dr. Lakshmi N. Padala is a Board-Certified Family Physician who has been proudly serving Citrus County since opening Padala Clinics in 2012. He earned his medical degree from Kakatiya Medical College in Warangal, India, and completed his Family Practice Residency at Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Maine, graduating in 2006. Before relocating to Florida with his family, Dr. Padala provided dedicated care as a family physician in both Connecticut and Massachusetts.
Currently affiliated with HCA Florida Citrus Hospital, Dr. Padala is dedicated to accessible care and is fluent in English, Hindi, and Kannada. He specializes in comprehensive primary care, geriatric care, and chronic disease management. He also possesses a strong clinical interest in performing minor, in-office surgical procedures, including laceration repair and skilled wound care. Outside of the clinic, Dr. Padala stays active and enjoys playing tennis, kayaking, and fishing.
Here My Skills
Primary Care & Wellness
- Comprehensive physical exams and general wellness visits.
- Dedicated women’s health services and preventative medicine.
- Routine health screenings, including comprehensive STD and HPV testing.
- Customized medical weight loss plans tailored to individual patient goals.
Specialized Care & Disease Management
- Expert, ongoing management of Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, and High Cholesterol.
- Care and management for Cardiovascular and Neurological conditions..
- Geriatric care focused on the unique medical needs of older adults.
- In-office minor surgical procedures, including wound care and laceration repair.
Care Coverage
Established in August 2012 in Citrus County, Padala Clinics is built on a foundation of accessible, high-quality healthcare. We believe that seeing a doctor should be seamless and stress-free, which is why we prioritize easy access, offer convenient telehealth appointments, and gladly welcome walk-in patients.
As a comprehensive primary care practice, we are fully equipped to address a wide spectrum of health needs under one roof. Whether you require a general wellness visit, specific women’s health services, or a structured medical weight loss plan, our team is here for you. We also provide expert, continuous management for complex chronic conditions—such as diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, and cardiovascular or neurological diseases—ensuring you receive the dedicated, long-term support you deserve.
