Mamatha Palanati, MD, is an American Board–certified family physician at Kaiser Permanente, with additional board certifications in Obesity Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine. Born and raised in India, Dr. Palanati moved to the United States with her husband 30 years ago and has built a career centered on compassionate, whole-person care.

She strives to create a welcoming, respectful environment where people feel heard and empowered. Dr. Palanati believes that small, consistent steps can lead to meaningful improvements in health and quality of life, and she works collaboratively with each person to set realistic goals aligned with their values.

Guided by a simple personal philosophy—support people when they are in need—Dr. Palanati also supports Sankara’s mission to eliminate curable blindness in India. She believes in giving back to the community where she learned her core values and in expanding access to care for those who may otherwise go without it. Through clinical service and community support, she aims to advance healthier lives with dignity and hope.

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