Moksha P. Vangala, MD

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Moksha P. Vangala, MD

Rheumatology

Moksha Vangala, MD completed her medical education at Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College in Belgaum, India, followed by internship and residency training at New York Medical College at St. Mary’s and St. Clare’s in New Jersey. She then pursued fellowship training in Rheumatology at Ascension St. John Hospital in Detroit, Michigan, where she also served as Chief Fellow. She has been in practice since 2020.

Dr. Vangala’s clinical interests include rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), vasculitis, scleroderma, myositis, and mixed connective tissue disease (MCTD). 

She is a member of the American College of Physicians and the American College of Rheumatology. Fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, Dr. Vangala values building long-term relationships with her patients and approaches care through shared decision-making, education, and evidence-based treatment tailored to each individual.

Outside of medicine, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, and exploring different cuisines.


Languages: English, Hindi, Telugu

Education & Training

LeadershipChief fellow during Rheumatology fellowship
MemberAmerican College of Physicians, American College of Rheumatology
Medical SchoolJawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Belgaum, India
ResidencyNew York Medical College at St. Marys and St. Clare’s, New Jersey
FellowshipsAscension St. John Hospital Detroit, Michigan
InternshipsNew York Medical College at St. Marys and St. Clare’s, New Jersey
Board CertificationsInternal Medicine

Patient Reviews

  • "Very polite & patient even when I became overstimulated & discouraged, hoping I get another appointment soon, so I can find out what bloodwork tested positive and get the diagnosis I need, doctor went through all the negative bloodwork and just when she was getting around to my results. I became very agitated & discouraged. I apologize in advance for my negative behavior. My behavior had nothing to do with you at all."
      5.0 Stars - (2025-11-22)
  • "Dr. Vangala was very professional and pleasant. I would highly recommend her."
      5.0 Stars - (2025-11-17)
  • "Very good experience with the doctor. I was taken in on time and the doctor was knowledgeable and thorough."
      5.0 Stars - (2025-11-07)
  • "Dr. Vangala is smart, courteous, attentive, thorough doctor. She patiently listened to my often confusing explanations, helped me understand my symptoms, and treatment options. Thank you!"
      5.0 Stars - (2025-10-09)
  • "Doctor Vangala was a joy to be seen by she listened to all my concerns and my needs so I can be pain free from my psoriatic Arthritis."
      5.0 Stars - (2025-10-08)
  • "i was nervous going in due to past experiences of not being taken seriously . I walked out with so much more hope , guidance and sense of relief ."
      5.0 Stars - (2025-09-20)