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Primary Care - Apex

WakeMed Apex Healthplex
120 Healthplex Way, Suite 204
Apex , NC 27502

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Monday
7:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
7:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
7:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
7:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
7:00am - 3:00pm
Primary Care - Apex

Raleigh Campus

3000 New Bern Avenue
Raleigh , NC 27610

Raleigh Campus

About Me

Dr. Nirmala Narasimha is a board-certified family medicine physician with clinical interests in chronic medical problems, health maintenance, preventive care, geriatric health, obesity management and women's health. She received her medical degree from J.S.S. Medical College in Mysore, India, and completed her family medicine residency at SUNY Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Narasimha joins WakeMed most recently from the Mayo Clinic in Minnesota where she worked as a family medicine physician.

Dr. Narasimha believes in a collaborative approach where the best evidence-based medicine is coupled with the patients' values and preferences in improving their health. She strives to educate, motivate and empower her patients to take ownership of their health with her assistance. In her free time, Dr. Narasimha enjoys cooking, painting, and traveling with her spouse and three children.

Professional Memberships: 

  • American Board of Family Medicine 
  •  American Academy of Family Physicians

Education

Residency:
SUNY Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY

Medical School:
J.S.S. Medical College, Mysore, India

Provider Ratings

4.5 out of 5

(194 ratings)

The 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.

96 Reviews

09/04/2023

Dr. Nirmala Narashima is a very excellent doctor! She treated me well and always have excellent diagnosis and service.

09/26/2023

The good customer service

09/21/2023

Dr. Narasimha is wonderful. I love having her as my primary care. She really cares about her patients and listens to you! I will be following her to Apex.

09/21/2023

The kindness shown by everyone in the office was above and beyond made me feel like I mattered and I was heard.

09/21/2023

Everybody was so nice and professional

09/20/2023

Dr. Narasimha has always been through and thoughtful about any medical ailments I've experienced (many as of late). She will think about your symptoms and try to get to the bottom of things instead of just passing you along to the next doctor or specialist. She is extremely knowledgeable and I appreciate all of the help she has given me this past year. We're finally getting down to the bottom of my medical issues and it's all thanks to Dr. Narasimha

09/19/2023

The ability to ask questions and receive answers based on any question that asked.

09/18/2023

Yes, gentleman at front desk … very friendly/professional.

09/17/2023

Very caring physician. She is determined to get to the root of your problem regardless what others or surgeon may try to misdirect her. She listen to patient and stands firm. I love her determination. Referrals, medical tests and knowledge have proven to resolve issue at large. Sorry l cannot follow her to APEX, NC.

08/08/2023

The quality of service and care.

08/05/2023

That they managed to get me on schedule even though my appointment was not on their schedule, it was in their email/MyChart system. I had to wait a bit but I was seen. Apologies were given all round.

08/31/2023

Friendliness and efficiency

08/03/2023

Amazing people work there.

08/28/2023

The way the Staff treated me

08/24/2023

Dr. Narashima is one of the best and most responsive physicians I have ever had. We are disappointed that she is moving to Apex but we understand it is better for her and her family. I will likely follow her there. My husband will likelynonly for telehealth.

08/21/2023

She gives me medicine that I can’t afford.

08/14/2023

The compassion, consideration, and care I received was exceptional. I felt confident in my medical care and that those I spoke with truly listened and cared.

08/11/2023

The Staff being concern about me and their help that was rendered on my visit to the office

07/09/2023

My doctor's concern about my health.

07/08/2023

The entire staff is caring and professional.

07/07/2023

My Doctor

07/03/2023

I had my first Dr. appointment today with Dr Narasimah. She listened to me and I didn't feel rushed. She explained everything in detail. Thank you

07/28/2023

Everyone is courteous and efficient.

07/27/2023

From the moment I entered the building, I was made to feel welcome and important. Reception, the woman who weighed me and took my vitals, the woman who drew my blood, the wonderful doctor herself etc.., all were so efficient and kind. I had the same experience last year. Throughout my adulthood I have resisted going to see a doctor because it made me feel vulnerable and nervous, and as though I had done something wrong. I am so grateful for WakeMed Primary Care in downtown Raleigh. Thank you to every person there who made me feel special and worthy of this wonderful care.

07/24/2023

Dr. Narasimha is an excellent physician. She listens to all concerns. Glad I found her!

07/24/2023

All the staff and services were outstanding.

07/17/2023

The care that they show making you feel that your situation is most important everyone is kind. They make you feel as if you’re a priority when returning calls and getting back to you via phone call or email.

07/12/2023

The friendliness of the staff This was my first visit at this location and the receptionist remembered my name , before I handed him my discharge paperwork. Wish I would've been a patient at this location sooner.

07/10/2023

Everything was excellence one of the best Doctor ever had

06/06/2023

EVERYONE was so nice, patient, courtesy, kind, had a sense of humor, I felt like I was welcomed.

06/04/2023

The efficiency & professionalism from the desk to the examination room is always exceptional. They are organized and always timely and treat everyone with respect and a strong understanding of what exceptional Customer Service should be. Above all Dr. Narasimha is a wonderful lady who is kind, polite, and treats you as though you are important to her. I appreciate this team at Downtown Raleigh Wake Med!!! Thank You!!!

06/30/2023

The nurses! From the front counter associates to the nurses taking blood work and vitals. They made me feel very relaxed and keep me smiling even though I hate going to the doctors office and needles.

06/03/2023

Dr. Narasimha is an excellent physician. She was very diligent and thorough in helping me to find the root cause if my [...] and address the [] quickly. She has done an astounding job of follow up related to the infestation and checking in on my overall health.

06/26/2023

My doctor

06/26/2023

I think the Doctor was very aware of my independence handling my own healthcare, however, she took it over and all the doctors that I need to see have been scheduled for appointments. She is a rare find and I hope we can continue with our journey to get me back to my healthiest self soon. I had never engaged with a PCP before, but she is restoring my faith in the field for sure.

06/26/2023

Stephanie, the medical assistant was very helpful in explaining the prior authorization process required by my insurance company to help get a [].

06/22/2023

Showed signs of caring and concern about maintaining quality of life. Discussed possible risks with surgery. Made a referral to pain clinic.

06/11/2023

This is a new doctor for me as my other doctor left. She is very kind and caring and look forward to her being my health care provider,

06/01/2023

The doctor was concerned and got me an appointment with another doctor. Dr Narasimha helped me that day and my nurse. Thanks too the both of them.

05/31/2023

The staff at WakeMed-Downtown are amazing. So welcoming and friendly. I feel at ease coming there and I would highly recommend new patients to begin care there.

05/30/2023

I like the way the doctor has a seat and it doesn’t appear rushed. She seems very concerned and seems caring. I am overall satisfied with her care.

05/30/2023

Everyone was prompt, professional, and appear to work well together and care for people.

05/30/2023

Nothing was outstanding everything looks great and excellent. Team work was great and friendly staff

05/30/2023

The quality of care.

04/08/2023

Doctor Narasimha's interest in me as a person was most refreshing. She has an easy way with patients and pursued my main health issues with concern, knowledge and took the time to listen as I told my recent medical history. Dr. Narasimha is a very professional provider who really seems to like what she is doing, where she is and her patients.

04/20/2023

Candace was very helpful preparing me to see the Dr and Seth helped make sure that I was on the schedule and seen on time.

04/17/2023

The customer service, team members and respect to us. Keep the good work!

04/10/2023

The entire visit was outstanding. Great job! Love my new doctor!

04/10/2023

We have referred a number of our friends,to Dr. Nirmala, and WakeMed. My husband and I both think that she is an outstanding and caring physician.-she looks at us as a whole person not just one illness or injury.. we feel blessed to have found her and the WakeMed team!

03/09/2023

All was outstanding ??

03/03/2023

Dr. Narasimha was very transparent about cost of certain tests which allowed me to make informed decisions about the care I was seeking and gave me information to help me make my own decisions about my care and displayed concern and compassion when it came to our conversations around my general health and weight. Communication back with my test results has been fast and clear.

03/28/2023

The way the staff made me feel at ease

03/23/2023

I appreciated speaking immediately with an actual person when I phoned, the practice scheduling me for an appointment that was soon, and the staff, nurses and physician being pleasant, listening, being thoughtful about my symptoms, and suggesting an initial treatment strategy regarding my [] that was responsive to my actual symptoms. Thank you!

03/21/2023

My doctor was extremely compassionate and thorough

03/18/2023

No one in particular, everyone in general! Couldn’t be more pleased with the care I have received! The whole office seems to run like clockwork!

03/16/2023

Dr. N was very understanding of my issues and I appreciated that she could handle several issues in one place. The phlebotomist Candace took draws painlessly. Usually I am poked several times. So I was very surprised. Your front office staff Keith and Seth are a pleasure to deal with either in person or on the phone.

03/13/2023

From the moment I walked in everyone was super friendly, very personable and professional

03/12/2023

Very thorough in all details I need to know on my physical check up .

03/10/2023

Very helpful, caring, understanding.

02/07/2023

I just felt the Doctor overall had my best interest at heart snd saw me as a woman and just a patient or 9:30 appt. All the staff are very friendly and personable and not cold and stance faced ??

02/02/2023

Customer service outstanding

02/02/2023

Explanation of concerns, she really took her time and made sure I understood what we were talking about all the time

02/13/2023

Dr. Narasimha explained my medication, BMI and health plan perfectly.

02/13/2023

The friendness of the staff

02/11/2023

Staff and doctor professionalism was excellent.

12/31/2023

Customer service

12/18/2023

I love the empathy, care, compassion and knowledge shown by Dr. Narashima.

12/14/2023

Jasmin, Marty and the front desk persons were wonderful showing kindness and concern all around. Dr N showed compassion and understanding with my recent diagnosis and concerns.

12/14/2023

Dr.Narashima is by far the best GP that both my husband and I have ever experienced . She is caring , thoughtful , informative , and respects our values and goals . Even though her office is moving to Apex - we will both follow her there and are so grateful for her compassionate and informed care .

12/01/2023

Over all visit was awesome

11/20/2023

Everything was good , keep up the good job

11/18/2023

The staff is great! I will miss my doctor as she is moving to another Wake Med facility.

11/18/2023

Her capability to listen to the patient, and to explain medical issues in laymen terms. Further, she was excellent with the referral process after addressing highlighted medical issues.

11/16/2023

I would have looked forward to have further care with her. Not all my survey answers does not reflect her. It was an overall care of the years I’ve been with Wake Med

11/13/2023

Excellent service from front desk check- in thru check out!

11/12/2023

All are very patient.

11/11/2023

Not at all, everything is unique and they render good quality care. Thanks

10/02/2023

The team, as always, is friendly, caring, efficient, and attentive. They are always excellent from check in to check out!

10/12/2023

On time

10/01/2023

Dr. Narasimha listened, took my symptoms seriously, and got me an appointment in radiology the same day. She called me three times in two days to ensure that I had followed up on the radiology visit (Raleigh Radiology did not share my results with WakeMed so she was unsure if I had gone) and to help me understand the results and next steps. She demonstrated a commitment to my care, and I am thankful that she is my physician.

01/28/2024

All staff with whom I had contact provided excellent customer service

01/25/2024

I think everything went well with the visit. It was a new patient visit. I was a few minutes early for the appointment and was seen on my appointment time. The nurse was great going over my record, etc. The doctor spent all the time we needed discussing past issues and present needs. All went well and I'm happy with my choice of doctors.

01/25/2024

The front desk was nice and the attending nurse was very cooperative specially the Doctor, she was outstanding. The doctor, she was very friendly and treat me very closely and explained very nicely regarding my physical condition. Prescribed me a medication which is necessary for me to take periodically.

01/23/2024

Explaining the care thT she delivers

01/21/2024

THE OVERALL ATTENDANCE AND CARE GIVEN. EVERYONE WAS VERY FRIENDLY AND MADE YOU FEEL RESPECTED, HEARD,UNDERSTOOD AND LOVED.

01/20/2024

I checked the after care notes and they were probably the most thorough I’ve ever experienced with a dr visit. We were just talking but apparently she listened and remembered everything I said.

01/18/2024

The staff very polite friendly kind

01/18/2024

Dr. Narasimha's knowledge of my overall health and care plan for a healthy life style moving forward. Her attentive listening skills and advice for resolution with genuine concern about my health.

01/18/2024

my Dr cared about my well being and getting me the help I needed

01/16/2024

Dr Narasimha is amazing! She listens attentively and really takes the time to assure you of concerns you may have. Her ability to show her humanity as a woman being relatable combined with being your doctor is priceless. Please know she is a jewel in the medical field. Any office should be honored to have her. Thank you Dr. Narasimha. -[NAME]

01/15/2024

Every time I go to wakemed primary care is great

01/13/2024

Time taken with me.

01/12/2024

My doctor

01/01/2024

All personnel were friendly, especially Dr and phlebotomist, Marty!

01/01/2024

I am always pleased with the care at Wake Med.

01/01/2024

The timely manner of my visit,
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