Our Physicians

Dr. Shyamala Arani, MD

Founder, Internal Medicine Physician

Dr. Shyamala Arani, originally from Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh, is a board-certified internal medicine physician who brings a deep commitment to compassionate and culturally sensitive healthcare. As the founder of Passion Health Primary Care, a successful network of clinics across the Dallas Metroplex, Dr. Arani has earned a reputation for delivering quality, patient-centered care. She holds a medical degree from Sri Venkateswara Medical College in India and has extensive experience in both Indian and U.S. healthcare systems. Inspired by her volunteer work supporting stranded visitors during the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr. Arani founded Yatra Health to provide essential guidance and healthcare support to international visitors in the U.S.
Dr. Anantha Chentha, MD

Co-Founder, Internal Medicine Specialist

Dr. Anantha Chentha, a native of Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, is a highly regarded internal medicine specialist and co-founder of Passion Health Primary Care. With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Chentha has built his career on a foundation of patient-focused care and excellence in primary medicine. Educated at Narayana Medical College in India, Dr. Chentha has practiced in both India and the U.S., gaining a strong understanding of cross-cultural healthcare needs. His experiences assisting hundreds of stranded visitors during the pandemic led him to co-found Yatra Health, a service that combines his commitment to accessible healthcare with his understanding of the unique needs of international visitors.

Together, Dr. Arani and Dr. Chentha have created Yatra Health to provide culturally connected, empathetic healthcare navigation for visitors in the U.S., ensuring a supportive experience that makes healthcare in a foreign country more approachable.

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