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Mala R. Gupta, M.D.

Mala R. Gupta, M.D.

Medicine , Primary Care

4.9 out of 5 stars
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Dr. Gupta was born in India and moved to USA at the age of 9 and grew up in Kansas City, Missouri. She graduated from a combined BA-MD program in 1981 from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine and completed her Internal Medicine Residency at the Medical College of Virginia in ...
Dr. Gupta was born in India and moved to USA at the age of 9 and grew up in Kansas City, Missouri. She graduated from a combined BA-MD program in 1981 from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine and completed her Internal Medicine Residency at the Medical College of Virginia in Richmond, Virginia in 1984. She then finished her subspecialty training in Infectious Diseases at SUNY at Buffalo School of Medicine in 1986. Currently she is an Assistant Professor in Clinical Medicine at the University of Rochester School of Medicine. She joined the Clinton Medical Associates in July 2003. She has taught medical students in introducing clinical medicine to students in their preclinical years. She has interests in preventive care, infectious diseases and in a patient centered practice style. She is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians and a member of the Infectious Disease Society of America. Between 1986-1992, she was the Director of Infectious Diseases at Trinity Lutheran Hospital and was in private practice with the Infectious Disease Associates of Kansas City. She came to Rochester in 1992 and has been the Medical Director at CHN (1993-1995), Assistant Hospital Epidemiologist at SMH (1995-1997) and in practice at The Genesee Hospital (1995-2001). Dr. Gupta is married and has a preteen aged daughter. Her interests include South Indian Carnatic Music, reading and ethnic vegetarian cooking. She is a member of a multigenerational book club.

Certified Specialties

Infectious Disease - American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal Medicine - American Board of Internal Medicine

Faculty Appointments

Clinical Assistant Professor (Voluntary) - Department of Medicine, Highland Hospital (SMD)

Credentials

Residency & Fellowship

Fellowship, Infectious Disease, State University of New York College at Buffalo. 1984 - 1986

Residency, Internal Medicine, Medical College of Virginia Hospitals. 1982 - 1984

Internship, Internal Medicine, Medical College of Virginia Hospitals. 1981 - 1982

Education

MD | University of Missouri School of Medicine-Kansas City. 1981

Publications

Journal Articles

Long-term amphotericin B therapy for disseminated histoplasmosis in patients with the acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).

McKinsey DS, Gupta MR, Riddler SA, Driks MR, Smith DL, Kurtin PJ

Annals of internal medicine.. 1989 October 15111 (8):655-9. Epub 1900 01 01.

Histoplasma capsulatum polysaccharide antigen detection in diagnosis and management of disseminated histoplasmosis in patients with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome.

Wheat LJ, Connolly-Stringfield P, Kohler RB, Frame PT, Gupta MR

The American journal of medicine.. 1989 October 87 (4):396-400. Epub 1900 01 01.

Primary cardiac lymphoma in a patient with acquired immune deficiency syndrome.

Constantino A, West TE, Gupta M, Loghmanee F

Cancer.. 1987 December 160 (11):2801-5. Epub 1900 01 01.

An outer membrane protein (porin) as an eliciting antigen for delayed-type hypersensitivity in murine salmonellosis.

Udhayakumar V, Muthukkaruppan VR

Infection and immunity.. 1987 March 55 (3):822-4. Epub 1900 01 01.

Ratings & Comments

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Ratings

Care provider's discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)

4.9 stars

Likelihood of recommending this care provider to others

4.8 stars

Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition

4.9 stars

Care provider's efforts to include you in decisions about your care

4.8 stars

Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries

4.9 stars

Patient Comments

5.0 stars

[...] Dr Gupta, she was the best

Jul 11, 2024

5.0 stars

Provider has always treated me with respect and concern for both my physical and emotional health.

Jul 04, 2024

5.0 stars

Gupta is very good she takes time with you I am going to miss her

Jul 03, 2024

5.0 stars

Mala Gupta has been beyond and above for 27 years and I'll deeply miss her nurturing care!

Jul 03, 2024

5.0 stars

One of the best physicians I have had. I wish her the best in retirement but selfishly wish she could provide my care forever.

Jun 17, 2024

5.0 stars

Dr Gupta is a great doctor. She has always been available to answer and take care of my needs in health

Jun 16, 2024

5.0 stars

Dr Gupta has taken excellent care of me for many years. I will miss her but hope she has a wonderful retirement

Jun 12, 2024

5.0 stars

Dr. Gupta's been the best provider for me over decades. I'm so sorry that she is retiring.

Jun 09, 2024

5.0 stars

She is a good listener & she treats me as a "person", rather than a "number" or "medical issue".

Jun 01, 2024

5.0 stars

I feel blessed to have had Dr. Gupta as my PCP for these last many years. She is smart, professional, kind and very caring and I will definitely miss her! I'm sad to see her go, but also very happy for her that she now can enjoy a well deserved retirement coming up in July.

May 28, 2024

4.2

Dr Gupta has been my physician for over 20 years. I will miss her.

May 28, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gupta is an exceptional provider, very caring and empathetic.

May 27, 2024

5.0

Continue the empathetic care.

May 27, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gupta is an exceptional provider.She is very caring and empathetic.

May 27, 2024

5.0

Dr. Mala Gupta is a fantastic doctor! She is always attentive to my questions and needs. There is none better!

May 26, 2024

5.0

I always feel good when I leave Dr. Gupta's office.

May 26, 2024

5.0

Always excellent experience with the provider and office staff

May 18, 2024

5.0

Dr Gupta is always easy to talk to and is very proactive re: my care

May 13, 2024

5.0

Over the past 22 yrs Dr Gupta has been by far the best physician we have ever encountered. She ecpresses derp concerns and loyalty for her patients. She Is very bright, she has always been very protective re: my care. Now that she is retired I fear that no one will be able to fill her shoes.

May 13, 2024

5.0

Encourage her not to retire. She's a fine physician.

May 12, 2024

5.0

Mala Gupta has been an EXCELLENT doctor. Since she has always take time to be with me and answer all my questions I am really going to miss her when she retires. Not only does she inquire about me and my husband but also my sister. Very thoughtful and caring.

May 11, 2024

5.0

Great doctor! Great office!

May 11, 2024

5.0

Dr Mala Gupta - the best!

May 10, 2024

5.0

She is a great Dr. And I will miss her greatly when she retires.

May 10, 2024

5.0

Dr. Mala Gupta is excellent!

May 04, 2024

5.0

Great listener, always concerned to give the best care.

May 03, 2024

5.0

Mala Gupta was my doctor for about 30 years [...] I will miss her so much as she is retiring she is the best doctor!

May 03, 2024

5.0

Dr. Mala Gupta, MD is one of the best doctors that my wife and I have had. When my wife got cancer, Dr. Gupta was actively in regular contact with the team of oncologists who were treating my wife. Dr. Gupta also regularly called my wife and discussed any health issues or concerns that she was having. Dr. Gupta always found time to fit in appointments quickly when anything urgent arose.

Apr 29, 2024

5.0

I am very grateful to Dr. Gupta and her staff.

Apr 29, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gupta always takes the time to answer my questions. I have in the last couple of years been more personally involved in establishing and keeping to a wellness routine. She encourages me to do research and ask questions.

Apr 29, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gupta treats me with respect and kindness. She always makes me laugh. Humor Is the best medicine.

Apr 28, 2024

5.0

Dr Gupta is an Excellent Dr. I'm so sorry to hear of her Retiring. I will miss her so much.

Apr 26, 2024

5.0

Dr. Mala Gupta has been our primary doctor for more than 25 yrs. and we have been extremely happy with her care.

Apr 22, 2024

5.0

I've been seeing Dr. Gupta 27 years...as long as the practice maintains it's current demeanor and level of care....I'm happy and satisfied....

Apr 19, 2024

5.0

All good

Apr 14, 2024

5.0

Mala Gupta is always very caring

Apr 14, 2024

5.0

Please make sure that you communicate what a valuable resource she has been to UR Medicine. She has been medicine of the highest order !!!!

Apr 08, 2024

5.0

Dr. Mala Gupta- She has been a phenomenal doctor. I am back at work and enjoying better health than I thought possible after a debilitating illness that I thought had robbed me of my life forever.

Apr 08, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gupta has always top notch.

Apr 07, 2024

5.0

Best doctor ever.

Apr 05, 2024

5.0

Dr. Mala Gupta is outstanding doctor.

Apr 05, 2024

5.0

Excellent service at Dr. Gupta's office.

Apr 05, 2024

2.5

I DO NOT want to leave URMC, I just want a different person in the practice. [...]

Apr 01, 2024

5.0

After 20+ years as my Doctor, Dr. Gupta knows me very well and remembers things about my health that I have forgotten. In the past year or so I have lost about 35 lbs. I think Dr. Gupta's mild suggestion that I consider a plant based diet had a significant Impact on my weight loss, as did her refusal to harp at me to lose weight. Knowing I wouldn't get a sermon is what kept me continuing to come for regular check-ups.

Mar 30, 2024

5.0

Dr Gupta is amazing! She clearly explains what/why she recommends current and next steps.

Mar 30, 2024

5.0

Never let Dr Gupta retire! : )

Mar 30, 2024

5.0

The U of R has provided me with the best health care, especially Dr Mala Gupta.

Mar 22, 2024

5.0

Always looking for my health - The best provider [...] to office.

Mar 21, 2024

5.0

Caring doctor - Listen well even when you disagree.

Mar 21, 2024

5.0

She listens and we agreed to disagree on some points.

Mar 19, 2024

5.0

Everything else was good.

Mar 19, 2024

5.0

Dr. Mala Gupta has been my primary care physician for years, as well as my mom's. We have always felt we are in the best care with Dr. Gupta. She is thorough, takes her time with her patients, and is compassionate. We will miss her dearly when she retires later this year. Thank you, Dr. Gupta!

Mar 19, 2024

5.0

Best primary care doctor that I could hope for

Mar 17, 2024

5.0

Dr Gupta is wonderful

Mar 17, 2024

5.0

Dr Gupta is a compassionate and excellent physician.

Feb 29, 2024

5.0

Great provider [...].

Feb 14, 2024

1.8

Dr. Gupta does not listen to my concerns. She often cuts me off [...]

Feb 03, 2024

4.6

I have a very good rapport with the provider.

Jan 29, 2024

5.0

Amazing, competent, treasured, helpful, caring, knowledgeable, thorough, successful in health care, trusted

Jan 27, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gupta always explains options and pros and cons of any form of treatment or prescription. She is my most trusted and knowledgeable health care provider.

Jan 26, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gupta takes the time to really know her patients. It's been a privilege to have her as my general practitioner for the last 20 years.

Jan 24, 2024

5.0

The provider is very good

Jan 24, 2024

5.0

Every one is nice

Jan 24, 2024

5.0

Every is nice

Jan 24, 2024

5.0

She is an excellent provider & I wish she wasn't about to retire.

Jan 22, 2024

5.0

Dr. Mala Gupta outstanding, brilliant doctor.

Jan 22, 2024

5.0

Highland hospital ER was great

Jan 19, 2024

5.0

We had a thorough discussion about my health, progress to date and plans for moving forward.

Jan 05, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gupta is the best, thanks for all your service to all, best wishes for your retirement.

Dec 14, 2023

5.0

I am very happy to have Dr. Mala Gupta as my primary health provider+

Dec 13, 2023

5.0

This provider is "top notch" as far as I am concerned. She is caring and thorough and always available if not in person, by telephone or MyChart.

Dec 11, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gupta is an excellent clinician and listener

Dec 11, 2023

5.0

I am very happy with my Doctor

Dec 08, 2023

5.0

Dr. Mala Gupta is an excellent physician. [...].

Dec 07, 2023

5.0

Dr Gupta is by far the best doctor EVER. She listens, she cares, she's smart, she's thorough.

Dec 07, 2023

5.0

Dr Mala Gupta - outstanding

Dec 07, 2023

5.0

I always appreciate Dr Gupta's warm and professional expertise.

Dec 07, 2023

5.0

Always a positive experience!

Dec 07, 2023

5.0

Always good seeing Dr. Gupta. She spent 1 1/2 hours with me.

Dec 07, 2023

5.0

Always takes time to learn how you are doing. Genuinely cares about her patients.

Dec 07, 2023

5.0

I have received excellent care from this provider each and every visit.

Dec 06, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gupta always listens to my concerns or questions and gives me thoughtful instruction. Honestly, she is the doctor by which I judge all other medical staff I may have interactions with as she has always made me feel comfortable, heard, and that I can have trust in the care I receive from her.

Dec 06, 2023

5.0

Been with Mala Gupta for many many years love her

Dec 06, 2023

3.8

She can be very abrupt..I have left in tears before because of how she made me feel

Oct 04, 2023

2.2

Provider needs to listen to what the patient is saying and not dismiss concerns. Need more focused visits, as the Doctor goes off on tangents, and forgets information post visit.

Sep 27, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gupta always treats me with respect and listens to me.

Sep 26, 2023

5.0

Been going to Mala Gupta for almost 30 years she's so great

Sep 23, 2023

5.0

Always listens

Sep 22, 2023

5.0

Dr Gupta talked to me about starting a statin and explain it. Recommend I start it but asked me my opinion. I liked that it was a joint decision.

Sep 21, 2023

5.0

She was very thorough in assessing my condition and ordering test to further investigate.

Sep 15, 2023

5.0

Everything was good.

Sep 15, 2023

5.0

Every things is done very well. Keep going this way

Aug 26, 2023

5.0

Dr. Mala Gupta is wonderful.

Aug 21, 2023

5.0

Very pleased with the visit -- all my questions were answered so I could understand.

Aug 16, 2023

5.0

She is always attentive and genuinely caring.

Aug 11, 2023

5.0

Dr Gupta. GREAT DOCTOR

Jul 30, 2023

5.0

Excellent care.

Jul 28, 2023

5.0

I have been very satisfied with overall experiences.

Jul 28, 2023

5.0

We have been with our primary care provider for 30 plus years and have always been very confident with the care we have received.

Jul 28, 2023

5.0

All OK.

Jul 25, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gupta is perfect - so amazing to have a provider that takes so much time b/c that's not common now!

Jul 21, 2023

5.0

She is an excellent provider, caring and thorough

Jul 20, 2023

5.0

Dr. Mala Gupta always takes her time to listen and ensure I understand not only any explanations she may provide, also any course of action or updates

Jul 19, 2023

5.0

Dr. Mala Gupta is the best Dr. I have ever, and continue, to see. She is not only always extremely courteous and professional - she always listens to my concerns and talks through them with me.

Jul 19, 2023

2.2

I felt that the provider had something going distracting her. I had a stroke and was in the hospital two weeks prior. This visit was already scheduled as a following to medicines. [...] Very disappointed . Not the usual care.

Jul 17, 2023

5.0

I appreciate that Dr. Gupta took more time than usual to discuss my concerns.

Jul 13, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gupta has always been very good about explaining things in plain English and asking for my input as we decide together the best way to treat an issue.

Jul 07, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gupta always takes the time to listen and thoroughly assess any concerns I have. She's great!

Jul 05, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gupta is an amazing provider.

Jun 30, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gupta took her time with me to address my medical needs.

Jun 30, 2023

5.0

EXCELLENT CARE

Jun 28, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gupta is one of the most caring and kind providers I've had. She even called me with results of my tests. Don't know the last time a provider called me. I would highly recommend Dr. Gupta!

Jun 21, 2023

5.0

I feel I'm getting excellent care.

Jun 16, 2023

5.0

Dr. Mala Gupta has been my PCP for many years. She knows me well and does an excellent job working around my quirks.

Jun 16, 2023

5.0

Dr Gupta is a GREAT doctor. Always helpful and respectful.

Jun 10, 2023

5.0

In my judgment, I receive the best possible care from this provider. She is kind, understanding and has great listening capabilities.

Jun 10, 2023

5.0

Mala Gupta, MD, is special in all areas.

Jun 10, 2023

5.0

Known her for 20 years & she's alwyas been an excellent doctor.

Jun 01, 2023

5.0

Always good [...]

May 24, 2023

5.0

Dr.Mala Gupta is the epitome of the profession of medicine. Her intelligence, knowledge, experience, and very nature exude with what has become for me, as her patient of 10 years, the model by which all medical professionals should aspire to and endeavor to become. I am everlastingly grateful to her, and know that my life would have been different, medically and personally, had she been my doctor.

May 18, 2023

5.0

I have no problem at all with the care I receive by these professionals.

May 18, 2023

5.0

Excellent and caring doctor

May 18, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gupta is absolutely wonderful in every way!

May 17, 2023

5.0

Provider always takes the time to address my concerns and to ensure my understanding

May 16, 2023

Dr. Gupta is wonderful. She always takes time with me and answers my questions. She remembers what is going on in my life

May 16, 2023

5.0

Dr. Mala Gupta is exceptional in every respect.

May 14, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gupta is excellent! I couldn't ask for anyone better!!

May 12, 2023

5.0

[...] I mind the wait less knowing I will have Dr. Gupta's full attention when seen.

May 07, 2023

5.0

Dr. Mala Gupta & Molly MacClean - they are exceptional care providers.

May 04, 2023

5.0

I appreciate her effort [...] Dr. Gupta has been following me closely for this illness

Apr 22, 2023

4.2

The negligence of paperwork is very disappointing. 1) My mother, [...] years old, has been participating in the [...] program since 2017. Once a year, her PCP is supposed to renew a [...] form. The last two years, filling out this form has become a big problem. [...] sent the form to Dr Gupta in [...], before the visit. They indicated that the form must be returned no later than [...], otherwise my mother could lose her [...]. I myself also gave Dr. Gupta another copy during the visit. She, as always, promised to fill it in a timely manner. And again it was not done. On [...], [...] faxed the form again, this time asking Dr Gupta to complete it ASAP. On [...], [...] called me to say that they had not received the form back. Again, I had to contact the office several times before they finally completed this simple paperwork. Naturally, my mother was again very nervous, due to that. It's amazing the doctor doesn't understand this. [...] Since her last lab tests were done a year ago, the Dr Gupta said at the visit that new ones were needed and that she would order them now. Unfortunately, this has not yet been done either.

Apr 21, 2023

5.0

Dr Mala Gupta is an exceptionally brilliant and compassionate doctor. She is very thorough and inspires me to do my best at living a healthy life.

Apr 15, 2023

5.0

I know I am in the best of care with Dr Gupta.

Apr 15, 2023

Dr. Gupta is the best.

Apr 14, 2023

5.0

Dr Mala Gupta excellent doctor who cares

Apr 13, 2023

5.0

I do not always relay all my health concerns in a single visit. Dr. Gupta has answered my emailed follow up questions efficiently. She takes my concerns seriously and values patient education.

Apr 12, 2023

5.0

My test results are posted on MYChart and I get the results immediately and then discuss them with Dr. Gupta when we meet

Mar 26, 2023

5.0

Dr. Mala Gupta is outstanding. Nurse Lola is very kind and friendly.

Mar 25, 2023

5.0

[...] Dr. Gupta is an outstanding clinician and l am fortunate to be her patient.

Mar 24, 2023

Mala Gupta is a treasure!

Mar 16, 2023

5.0

Dr. Mala Gupta. I've been a patient of for over twenty years. She is exceptional doctor an friend.

Mar 15, 2023

5.0

[...] she is a very good doctor.

Mar 15, 2023

5.0

[...] for me the entire staff is polite, cheerful & professional & easy to talk with -- lam very pleased with this provider & her staff !!

Mar 15, 2023

5.0

Continue the compassionate care

Mar 14, 2023

5.0

She is very empathetic and compassionate

Mar 14, 2023

4.6

Dr Gupta spends time on the visit and really listens

Mar 10, 2023

5.0

Dr. Mala Gupta is an outstanding physician providing excellent comprehensive care with professionalism and excellent understanding of patient's needs.

Mar 10, 2023

5.0

Everything was good.

Mar 03, 2023

5.0

Keep up the great work!

Mar 03, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gupta has been my PC doctor for many years. She knows me very well, she does NOT bug me about losing weight!!! From time to time she will suggest I read a book such as FORKS OVER KNIVES but she doesn't make me feel disgusted with myself. Interestingly, in the past 10 months I've lost 30 lbs. without the horror of counting anything or weighing in.

Mar 02, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gupta. She takes her time with me. She demonstrates the greatest interpersonal skills. Pure awesomeness!

Feb 05, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gupta always gives me her expectations, and I normally follow through with them

Feb 05, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gupta a 100%.

Jan 30, 2023

5.0

Besides being a concerned and excellent doctor, Dr Gupta is an incredibly lovely person.

Jan 26, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gupta - very caring.

Jan 26, 2023

5.0

Dr Mala Gupta - a knowledgeable, very competent, very caring physician!!

Jan 25, 2023

5.0

Dr. Mala Gupta is wonderful. She takes as much time as we need to go through my medical issues/questions.

Jan 20, 2023

5.0

Always well treated. No complaints.

Jan 18, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gupta is the best. She is always on people's waiting list for openings.

Jan 11, 2023