Published on November 01, 2023

Kearney Regional Medical Center Welcomes Dr. Raj Yerrapragada

Dr. Rajashekar (Raj) Yerrapragada received his Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery Degree from Osmania University in India. He completed residencies in General Surgery and Anesthesiology at Louisiana State University.

Dr. Yerrapragada has more than 20 years of experience as an Anesthesiologist. He has spent the past eight years as the Chief of Anesthesia at St. Mary’s Hospital in Centrala, Illinois.


Dr. Yerrapragada is excited to join the growing team of Anesthesiologists and CRNAs practicing at Kearney Regional Medical Center.

In his free time, Dr. Yerrapragada enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, and being outdoors. He and his wife Vijaya have one son who attends Kansas State University; they are excited to be closer to him.

Welcome Dr. Yerrapragada!