Overview
Dr. Chintalapati Varma performs liver, kidney, and pancreas transplants. He has special interest in laparoscopic live donor nephrectomies, live donor liver transplantation, split liver transplantation, and pediatric liver transplantation. He has extensive experience with complex hepatobiliary surgical procedures that include major liver resections for benign and malignant tumors, and bile duct tumor resections. Dr. Varma is an associate professor of surgery in the Department of Surgery, Division of Abdominal Transplant Surgery, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. He is a member of the American Society of Transplant Surgeons, the International Liver Transplant Society, and the Americas Hepto-Pancreato-Biliary Association. Dr. Varma speaks English, Hindi, and Telugu. He is a pilot and enjoys flying fixed-wing, single-engine airplanes.
Dr. Varma is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Polycystic Kidney Disease, Kidney Transplant, and Liver Transplant.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 19 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1225 S. Grand Blvd., Third Level, St. Louis, MO 63104
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Chintalapati Varma
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Chintalapati Varma?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Chintalapati Varma by calling their office at 314-257-3760. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Chintalapati Varma a top-rated expert for End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Chintalapati Varma is classified as an Advanced expert for End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Chintalapati Varma specialize in?
While Dr. Chintalapati Varma is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Kidney Transplant, and Liver Transplant. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Chintalapati Varma participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Chintalapati Varma has published 19 articles and abstracts on conditions like End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). You can view a list of Dr. Chintalapati Varma's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Chintalapati Varma accept my insurance?
Dr. Chintalapati Varma accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 314-257-3760 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)Dr. Varma isAdvanced. Learn about End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
- Kidney TransplantDr. Varma isAdvanced. Learn about Kidney Transplant.
- Liver TransplantDr. Varma isAdvanced. Learn about Liver Transplant.
- Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant
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- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Varma isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)Dr. Varma isExperienced. Learn about Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer).
- CholecystitisDr. Varma isExperienced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- Chronic Antibody-Mediated RejectionDr. Varma isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Varma isExperienced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Fibrolamellar CarcinomaDr. Varma isExperienced. Learn about Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.