Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult
Languages
- English
Gender
FemaleLocations
- A Building - Crile Building
- 2049 East 100th Street, Cleveland, OH 44106
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- Avon - Richard E. Jacobs Health Center
- 33100 Cleveland Clinic Boulevard, Avon, OH 44011
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Education & Board Certifications
Education
- Undergraduate: Went straight to medical school from high school in Sri Lanka
- Fellowship: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, 2024
- Residency: University of Missouri Kansas City, 2021
- Medical Education: Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo , 2014
Board Certifications
- Rheumatology: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2024
- Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2021
Research & Publications
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Industry Relationships
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As of 2025-04-03, Dr. Loku Galappaththy has reported no financial relationship with industry that is applicable to this listing.
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Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
134 ratings, 27 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/6/2026
Such amazing care. The best I''ve seen. Such an amazing doctor and I''m so thankful for her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/10/2026
She is really knowledgeable and listens well
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/16/2026
I appreciate Dr. Galappaththy and her staff very much for caring and being available when I need her!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/6/2026
Dr. Did not make me feel rushed. Spent time explaining everything. Discussed future plans of care for my treatment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/26/2026
I am new to Ohio and The Clinic, So when I needed a rheumatologist, Dr. GalappaththySuguniMD was picked for me. I could not be happier with her. She is Is highly competent in her specialty but more than that, she is warm and caring. She is a great listener and allows me to be part of and comfortable with Her plan of care. I am committed to my relationship with her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/26/2026
Dr is A+
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/12/2026
Dr Galappaththy is wonderful. She is knowledgeable, concerned for her patients, listens well, is kind and considerate. I am so glad she is my rheumatologist.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/29/2025
My chart is a little tricky to maneuver. Everyone was so helpful, when we felt lost. Very efficient..surprised the Dr. Did not rush us through. Gave us time for questions. 1st class
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/8/2025
Dr. (G) ) Galappaththy is amazing!! She listens and explains everything. We never feel rushed talking to her and she has never not explained or not answered any of our questions! She always answers us back through the messaging app and truly feels like she cares.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/8/2025
She's an amazing doctor and always hears me out with my concerns
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/8/2025
She always listens to my concerns and addresses them very well ! She has always got me in quickly if I have issues medically and takes care of issues very professionally!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2025
Very kind doctor. Listened to my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/9/2025
The provider was very courteous friendly understanding and very well concerned about any concerns that I may have had about my treatment or my condition
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/9/2025
Every aspect of me schedule my appointment to seeing the doctor was excellent customer service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/8/2025
The doctor took time and listened
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2025
Doctor was very attentive and answered all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2025
Excellent doctor, highly recommend.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
Loved the doctor and the staff. Very helpful!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2025
Excellent Dr. Involved me in all decisions and explained everything to my understanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/4/2025
The doctor was in no hurry and answered all our questions. She was a lovely lady
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/2/2025
She was very kind and helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/1/2025
I feel very well taken care of by my doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2025
Dr. Galappaththy is so kind, listens to all of my concerns and answers my questions. I'm grateful to have her as a doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2025
Dr. Gallappaththy was amazing. We had gotten no help and she listened and provided the care pathway for me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2025
Dr was very thorough, professional and caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/19/2025
Excellent doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/4/2025
First time seeing this doctor. She was so helpful and very knowledgeable