
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
Languages
- English
Provider Gender
MaleAbout Ramachandra Sista and Banner Safety Practices
Care Philosophy
I seek to bring accessible, expert care to each of my patients.
Hospital Affiliations
Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix
Preferred Phone Number
602-521-3400
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Stanford University Pulmonary & Critical Care Medical, Internal Medicine, 2008
- Fellowship: Stanford University Pulmonary & Critical Care Medical, Critical Care Medicine, 2005
- Residency: Wayne State University School of Medicine, Internal Medicine, 1996
- Internship: Government General Hospital, 1991
- Medical School: Guntur Medical College, 1991
Board Certifications
- Pulmonary Disease: American Board of Internal Medicine/Pulmonary Disease, 2009
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Locations
- Banner - University Medicine Lung Institute
- 755 East McDowell Road, Floor 3, Phoenix, AZ 85006
Testimonials
5 out of 5.0
496 ratingsAll patient experience ratings and testimonials are submitted by actual patients and verified by a leading independent customer experience company. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/6/2025
He is exactly the doctor that I was searching for
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/16/2025
As always, very caring, and informative
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/3/2025
Dr. Sista is very professional and kind. He lets people talk, and he is patient and gentle.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/1/2025
Most caring and knowledgeable, Dr.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/27/2025
Dr Sista is amazing. I am very invested in my health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/13/2025
Best. Kindest. Sweetest. I love my Doc
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/4/2025
He is a very caring doctor and takes enough time to really listen to me. He is thorough and yet very personable, makes you feel like you can speak to him freely. Not only does he care about your medical issues, but he cares about you as a person.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/28/2025
Dr. Sista the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2025
He is exceptional and kind
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/13/2025
He is a excellent doctor and he helps you with your health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2025
He's very easy to talk to he explains everything so I can understand them and he just did all around good doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/25/2025
Top notch doctor. I trust his judgment because he is so damned smart. Treats those around him kindly and always takes his time explaining my treatment plan. Never leaves until he's sure I don't have any questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/25/2025
I had seen him at the time my disease was diagnosed. Knowledgeable, friendly, caring and good listener.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2025
Finest human I've ever met. Has been solely responsible for my incredible transplant experience. He assembled a terrific team and I cannot say enough to express my gratitude and total satisfaction.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2025
Dr. Sista is a caring and compassionate specialist. He takes time to explain and he listens. Dr. Sista makes sure all questions are answered and that the patient is satisfied. He is very knowledgeable and a superb physician
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/29/2025
Doctor Sista is a first class health care provider. He cares about his patients and provides service in a professional, friendly manner. You never walk out of an appointment with Doctor Sista without having all of your questions addressed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/11/2025
He does know his trade. He is very compassionate and kind. He is a good listener and very encouraging. He keeps nudging me not to feel discouraged.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/26/2025
His calm demeanor and the wonderful way he asks questions to ensure I understand what he is telling me. He is very knowledgeable in his field. I feel like I am getting VIP treatment with him, even though I am not famous or rich.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2025
Dr Sista is very knowledgeable, sincere, listens and encourages questions. He's awesome.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2025
First rate service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/24/2024
Caring. Spent all the time I required to address and answer all my question. Extremely professional and genuinely cared about my situation.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/7/2024
Very good Top Line specialist
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/29/2024
Doctor Sista is the best. A very educated man. Who's been in practice for over 30 years.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/29/2024
Great doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/28/2024
He generally cares about his patients and is excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2024
Excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2024
He's kind, caring gives good advice excellent physician
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/31/2024
Dr Sista does everything possible to keep alive and informed. I couldn't ask for anything else.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/24/2024
He's my best lung doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/10/2024
Dr Sista is direct, warm and compassionate. We are discussing life altering decisions. This is never easy but, he really connects to me as the patient so I feel in good hands
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/10/2024
Dr. Sista is attentive and caring of my health care needs
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/2/2024
Caring courtesy interest in me and my health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2024
Great Doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/27/2024
He's great!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/26/2024
He was very knowledgeable and took time to explain and answer any questions I had about my condition and he recommends to help me so I'm as comfortable as possible.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/26/2024
He's awesome, kind and knowledgeable. Very sincere and makes sure I understand what's happening with my health before I leave.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/25/2024
Kind, understanding, gives time freely, knowledgeable!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2024
Dr. Sista is extremely kind and patient and spent as much time as I needed when I would meet with him. I did not feel rushed when I was at an appointment with him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2024
Dr. Sista is wonderful! He genuinely cares about his patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/20/2024
Excellent communication and sharing of information and knowledge
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/1/2024
Dr. Sista listens intensely to me and never makes me feel like I am inferior. He takes the time to discuss all my concerns, explains his concerns for my health and works hard to make the best decisions for my health while allowing me full participation in those decisions. My case is very difficult and I appreciate his genuine concern and attention. He treats me as an individual and not just another person in a typical scenario.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/22/2024
Very knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/8/2024
Very knowledgeable very sincere very professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2024
I received good care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/2/2024
He always explains everything thoroughly and truly cares
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/26/2024
Dr Sista is always thoughtful and takes the time to make sure all your question's have been answered.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/25/2024
Professional and very knowledgeable in his field of study. He is always on top of issues and any concerns I might have.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/19/2024
I find Dr. Sista to be genuinely caring and very thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/18/2024
This is an exceptionally kind doctor. He patiently explained my medical condition to me and provided treatment options. He was very respectful of me and my time.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/6/2024
He's very well, mannered, educated, really knowledgeable, kind, caring takes time to explain things and answers our questions. Big plus, I know he saved my life!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/18/2024
Extremely professional and engaging in our well being. It's like having your own personal doctor around the clock. Amazing person along with his team. Forever grateful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/15/2024
He is amazing And so full Knowledge, And always willing to share it. He's been a doctor for many years, very attentive, very informative and will visit with you anytime of the day or night if you're inpatient and always check on you when things are not going well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/13/2024
Dr. Sista took the time to explain and address my questions. He appeared to genuinely care about my well being.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/13/2024
Excelente doctor y magnífico profesional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/11/2024
Very caring physician that takes the time to check notes, labs, meds, tests so stays on top of my care. Never feel rushed. Always feel listened to.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/8/2024
Extremely kind professional knowledgeable always good care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/2/2024
Dr. Sista was kind and patient will all of my questions and concerns. I received a lot of information about my situation and he explained everything in such a caring manner. He put me at ease immediately.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/2/2024
He takes the time to address any concerns I have, and is respectful of my time
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2024
She is great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/17/2024
He is a very kind and compassionate, caring Dr. He takes time with you and makes sure all your questions are addressed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/7/2024
Very knowledgeable about area of practice and explains very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2024
Very knowledgeable in his area and explained very well
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2024
Dr. Sista answered all of my requests and questions, even though sometimes the answer was no. I appreciate his honesty and straightforward approach to a realistic situation that I am dealing with.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2024
Not only the Best doctor I've encountered on my long health journey he is the finest human I have had the privilege of meeting.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2024
Wish I could score him higher! He is so knowledgeable, takes time to explain things, and he always makes me feel like his entire focus is on me when I'm there. Too bad he can't be cloned!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2024
Dr. Sista always does an excellent job of addressing my health care needs. He is easy to talk with and provides me with straight forward, easy to understand direction and advice. The longer I work with Dr. Sista the healthier I feel - you can't ask for more than that.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2024
Dr. Sista was very informative, personable and professional. He answered all our questions and seemed very caring and genuine.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/15/2023
He always exhibits real concern for my health and discusses my options.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/14/2023
Very professional answered all my questions and seemed concerned about my health I appreciate a man like this.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2023
Very knowledgeable and informative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2023
Dr. Sista is very personable and always takes the time to make sure all your questions are answered and you are ok.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/25/2023
Always treats me and my wife with dignity.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2023
He is very caring and helpful. He has a tremendous understanding of my condition.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2023
Very kind and compassionate and listen to my complaints.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2023
Dr. Sista is knowledgeable about my condition and has a wonderful manner when dealing with patients and their families. He is very kind and gentle.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2023
He and his staff listened and answered all of my questions and concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/17/2023
Very articulate in explains my situation
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/9/2023
Cares for patients well being always available to take time and answer all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/30/2023
He is GREAT! So knowledgeable and thoughtful. Even funny as he works. He is a very talented doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/30/2023
Takes time to talk and explain. Not rushing to next appointment
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2023
Dr. Sista is a very knowledgeable and compassionate doctor. He was very detailed in his explanation of everything. Dr. Sista was very patient, thorough and kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2023
Cannot say enough good things about this Dr. So present in the consult, took his time in answering any and all questions. Exudes kindness.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2023
Dr. Sista was very kind and knowledgeable about my condition. I feel he cares about me and the challenges my diagnosis are presenting to me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2023
I am so blessed to have him as my doctor. He has a big heart for people. He has explain everything, so good that I understood. I was so nervous but when I met him I had so much peace I fell that I was gonna be OK. Thank God for him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2023
He is fantastic.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2023
Extremely professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/15/2023
We love that Dr. Sista shows that he truly cares for his patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/9/2023
Wonderful bed side manner, patience with his patients answers every question I had, and helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/24/2023
Outstanding, caring physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/23/2023
He his top notch pulmonologist. So much knowledge. Very genuine. Very thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2023
Dr Sista is very caring and concerned about my well being.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2023
He is a wonderful doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/11/2023
Dr Sista is extremely patient, kind, and informative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/11/2023
Very knowledgeable and caring individual.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2023
Easy to talk with and always has my well being in mind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2023
M.D. Sista explained and took time with me. I'd really appreciated that.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2023
Dr. Sista is very professional and knowledgeable. Also very friendly and great family values. Thank you for all your support and the staff. I'm very grateful for the care and the support.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/29/2023
Best Dr and best human I have ever met.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/15/2023
Dr. Sista is knowledgeable, kind and great bedside manner.
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