
Naren Nimmagadda, MD
Urology
Highlights
Johns Hopkins Affiliations:
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
About Naren Nimmagadda
Primary Academic Title
Assistant Professor of Urology
Background
Naren Nimmagadda, M.D., is an assistant professor of urology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He treats a wide range of benign and malignant urological conditions. As a fellowship trained urologist in endourologic and laparoscopic surgery, his practice focuses on treated voiding issues related to BPH through Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP), an alternative to transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP). Dr. Nimmagadda also specializes in treating kidney, ureteral and bladder stones via shockwave lithotripsy, endoscopic and percutaneous techniques.
Dr. Nimmagadda is the Endourology, Minimally Invasive Urology Fellowship Program Director.
Dr. Nimmagadda attended medical school at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. Following medical school, Dr. Nimmagadda completed a general surgery internship and residency in urology at Massachusetts General Hospital. He then completed a fellowship in endourology and laparoscopic surgery at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Following graduation, Dr. Nimmagadda served on the Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s Department of Urology faculty as an instructor.
Dr. Nimmagadda has research interest in the intersection of urology and technological innovation.
Locations
- Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
- 10803 Falls Road, Pavilion III STE 3300, Lutherville, MD 21093
- phone: 410-955-6100
- fax: 410-616-7601
- Johns Hopkins Community Physicians - Family and Internal Medicine, Howard County
- 6350 Stevens Forest Road, Suite 102, Columbia, MD 21046
- phone: 410-955-6100
- fax: 410-367-2175
Expertise
Education
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Fellowship, Endourology, 2021Massachusetts General Hospital
Residency, Urology, 2019University of Maryland School of Medicine
Medical Education, MD, 2013Board Certifications
Urology
American Board of Urology, 2023Insurance
- Aetna
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Humana
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- UnitedHealthcare
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
253 ratings, 119 reviewsThe Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/20/2025
Always provide the best treatment
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/13/2025
Doctor was amazingly patient and explaining all the details about my condition and what are the possible solutions and also side effects
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/11/2025
Excelent Doctor and Excellent Communicator
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/11/2025
Dr. Nimmagadda is the best prostate doctor I ever had. He will always be highly recommended by me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/6/2025
It doesn't hurt that Dr Nimmagadda is cute as a button.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2025
Very knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2025
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2025
Doctor is superb!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2025
He is excellent. He was well prepared, a good listener, and compassionate and he obviously cares about me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2025
Awesome
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/11/2025
Excellent gifted caring surgeon. Explains everything very clearly. Great surgeon and a great person. Highly recommend.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/11/2025
No complaints, outstanding Doctor and Team.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/30/2025
Excellent provider, explained everything to a great detail, the pluses and minuses of each respective procedure.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/30/2025
The Dr was the best, he listened to all of my concerns and address each one.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2025
Excellent provider! Knowledgeable and compassionate. Cares about your health
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/23/2025
Very personal and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2025
The doctor is extremely knowledgeable, and I was very impressed with his subject matter expertise
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2025
Excellent service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2025
Dr. Nimmagadda was excellent. He did a follow up on my prostate problem a g d we both concluded to continue our plan.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2025
Extremely knowledgeable and certainly working with my best interest in mind. Great individual!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2025
Very knowledgeable and helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2025
Dr. Nimmagadda was very professional, answered my questions completely and in an uncomplicated way, while giving me several potential next steps for care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2025
Very pleasant, knowledgeable and willing to listen and go beyond the average.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2025
Dr Nimmagadda explained prior procedure and future one thoroughly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/2/2025
Dr. Nimmagadda was very professional and listened carefully to my concerns. He provided options and gave the 'pros and cons' of each option -- in language I could fully understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/2/2025
Dr Nimmagadda was very helpful. He listened to my concerns, reviewed data and images from my JHU records, and he discussed various treatment options.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/2/2025
This was the first appointment with this provider. He took the time to look at past medical history, discuss things and explain things. He listened to me and concerns or questions I had. He ordered tests to try to get more information and resolution for issue. I am very excited to continue to see this Dr and see what help he can provide.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/26/2024
Very professional and thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2024
Top-notch physician, enhanced by warm , personable, and caring nature
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2024
Dr. Nimmagadda is an exceptional physician. Whom shows empathy,and compassion
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2024
Excellent care and treatment from Dr . Nimmagadda
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2024
Clear and thoughtful advice. Fully versed in my situation even though 6 months since last visit. Excellent communicator. Engenders confidence.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2024
Dr. Nimmagadda and his PA were very friendly, helpful, informative and empathetic.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2024
He was very interested in exactly how I was doing with eating and informed me about good and bad foods a
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2024
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2024
He's excellent - explains things well, takes appropriate time, has excellent manner, very friendly, and individualized very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2024
Knowledgeable, friendly, a good teacher
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2024
Doctor is a consummate professional. He is knowledgeable and focused on the patient and his medical care is second to none
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/12/2024
Dr Nimmagadda was outstanding he was able to explain things in a very relatable way Very smart and personable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/12/2024
Excellent, professional and courteous care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2024
Dr. Nimmagadda is an excellent surgeon and highly skilled at HOLEP procedures. I would definitely recommend seeing him if you have been suffering from BPH and need relief. Procedure is so much better than TURP or complete prostatectomy. Recovery is much faster. The Doctor is so good at explaining what the procedure entails and answering all your questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2024
Dr. Nimmagadda and his PA, Ryan and scheduler Viri are all the best!!! I actually look fgorward to seeing and talking with them.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2024
He was great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2024
Listens well and address concerns appropriately. Excellent provider
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2024
Johns Hopkins Community Physicians are the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2024
I was told to expect a follow up phone call to schedule a procedure and after almost two weeks have received no contact request.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2024
Very knowledgeable and helpful. Dr. Nimmagadda explained several options for treatment of my condition and explained the pros and cons of each, enabling me to make an informed decision.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2024
Dr. Nimmagadda was very professional and provided understandable details regarding my post-surgery healing progress. Dr. Nimmagadda took the time to listen to my concerns and I left the office with a better understanding of my post-surgery progress. Dr. Nimmagadda is also friendly and considerate of others.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2024
Terrific. I learned a lot about my condition and how to hopefully get me some relief
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2024
Excellent provider, smart skilled at kidney stone procedures. Explains information very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2024
Dr Nimmagadda is excellent, listens well, seems very knowledgeable and did excellent surgery.Follow up is very good. He is virtually impossible to get a hold of, though.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2024
Dr Nimmingadda is a great doctor and I recommend him. His Holip Surgery has made me feel at least 10 years younger Due to the major reduction symptoms of an enlarged prostate and urge incontinence. I'm able to go places and eat foods drink liquids like I haven't in years. I am no longer concerned about the closest bathroom before I travel somewhere. Dr N is highly skilled surgeon and answered all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/8/2024
He was thorough and gave appropriate details anout decisions ahead He was aware of my history and prior tests and took a great dealOf time to clarify possible procedural interventions ahead
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2024
Dr. Nimmagadda was exceptional in the manner in which information was provided, responding in depth to questions asked and the time spent on the TeleMed appointment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2024
I'm a retired MD. I have NEVER been treated so well by another clinician. Dr Nimmagadda deserves TEN stars. I feel very fortunate to be one of his patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2024
I am very impressed with the doctor, he listened to me about my anxiety, and was very informative on my treatment!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2024
Attentive, spent adequate time, explained clearly, good sense of humor, installed great confidence in his competency.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2024
Excellent, skilled, personable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2024
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2024
Wonderful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2024
Provider and assistant were very helpful and courteous.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2024
The very best provider
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2024
Provided good advice for speedy recovery
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2024
I had a consultation about situation he offer a number of alternatives
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2024
He is an outstanding physician.His approach, describing a variety of options without being stuck on only one, reminds me of [ ] who was my urologist.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2024
Dr. Nimmagadda was kind and listened patiently to my concerns. He was friendly and gave me hope that my condition would improve. Terrific doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/5/2024
Took time to show me CT scan results on screen and go over the results. He answered my questions and I felt very comfortable talking with him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/5/2024
Dr. Was great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/29/2024
Naren Nimmagadda is a superb URO provider- patient, knowledgeable, insightful, intelligent, and resourceful. His care is thorough, detailed, and innovative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2024
Amazing and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/26/2024
Dr. Nimmagadda is very knowledgeable, a good listener. A patient person and not in a hurry, when dealing with me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2024
I like Fr. Nimmagadda
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2024
I found Dr. Nimmagadda and [Staff] to be very caring and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2024
I was recommended to this doctor by someone at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston and he turned out to be the expert that they indicated
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2024
Dr Nimmagadda was excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/25/2024
Great provider. Nice guy that listens.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2024
He was very informative, friendly and concern for my health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2024
Dr was very amazing. Warm n caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2024
Very good information
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2024
I would rate my doctor a 10+
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2024
Very knowledgeable, articulate, and considerate. Extremely pleased
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2024
Excellent Doctor explained procedure and options well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2024
Dr. Nimmagadda is an excellent surgeon and highly skilled in performing HOLEP prostate surgery. He really communicates effectively with his patients and has a good bedside manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2024
Excellent care and addressed all my concerns
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/9/2024
Doctor showed good concern, professional knowledge, and real attentiveness to me and my health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/9/2024
He was very nice and honest
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/8/2024
The most personable, down to earth doctor I have ever worked with. He took the time to visually explain what was on my MRI and how It pertained to my surgery. He listens very well to my concerns and coordinated with my primary care doctor post surgery. I was surprised that he actually called me to emphasize the best course of action for my well being while recovering. I would definitely recommend Dr Nimmagadda to others.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/27/2024
The provider was easy to talk to. He listens to my problem. He has plan of care in place.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/25/2024
Dr. Nimmagadda has an ideal personality in terms of patience, thoughtfulness and thoroughness. He explained clearly why there were limits to what he could offer me and provided alternatives. I would recommend him to anyone having urinary/prostate problems.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2024
Dr. Naren Nimmagadda. Is a great Urologist. Friendly to talk with.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2024
Very good provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2024
The doctor was very helpful. He listened to me. All my questions were answered. He provided great feedback.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2024
He was professional and treated me with respect. He listened to my concerns and gave me the opportunity to ask him questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2024
Very professional and really made me feel like he genuinely cared about me and my health
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2024
Very knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2024
Dr. Nimmagadda was excellent. He was a good listener and very knowlegable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2024
Great communication
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/13/2024
Excellent Provider. Very knowledgeable and kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/13/2024
A professional with a personal touch and attention to detail that is considerate and most reassuring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/13/2024
Attentive and concerned. Took time to explain previous test results.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/13/2024
Provider gave me confidence in his expertise and for the procedure he would perform.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2024
Dr. Nimmagadda took the time to address my concerns and explain the downside and benefits of my scheduled procedure. He answered all of my questions and allowed me to express my opinion and be a part of the decision making process for my health care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2024
Dr N was very clear on his explanation and possible future tests that may need to be run.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2024
Dr. Nimmagadda is extremely knowledgeable and answered all of my questions. Highly recommend!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2024
Thoughtful, thorough, engaging, encouraging
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2024
Excellent provider. The best of the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2024
Exceptional service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2024
Excellent physician
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2024
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- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2024
Always very clear and caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2024
The doc is a real pro and dealt well with my fear
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2024
Dr. Nimmagadda and his NP Riane Trasher are both excellent!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2024
Difficult to get appointment for an office visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2024
Very friendly and pleasant personality Superb surgeon
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/2/2024
The physician was super helpful and attentive to my situation. Spent about 30 minutes with me which was surprising. Never met a better physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/25/2024
Very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/25/2024
Very thorough and professional I
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/25/2024
Dr. Nimmagadda exceeded my expectations during my visit. He provided a very thorough explanation of my scheduled medical procedure and answered all of my questions.