Chintalapati R. Varma
Expertise in
4
conditions
Expertise in
4
conditions
1225 S. Grand Blvd., Third Level, 
St. Louis, MO 

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 clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Polycystic Kidney Disease, Kidney Transplant, and Liver Transplant.

Dr. Varma is board certified in Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 21 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Varma is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

General Surgery
Hepatology
Transplant Surgery

Licenses

Transplant Surgery in MO

Board Certifications

Drug Enforcement Administration
Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs
Missouri State Board Of Registration

Fellowships

Mount Sinai Medical Center - New York, NY

Hospital Affiliations

SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital
SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis
Ssm Health St Mary's Hospital - St Louis
Ssm Health Saint Louis University Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
Hindi
Telugu

Gender

Male

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Walgreens
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Locations

SLH TXP SUR CSM 3L
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 R. Varma

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Chintalapati R. Varma?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Chintalapati R. 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 R. Varma a top-rated expert for Kidney Transplant?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Chintalapati R. Varma is classified as an Advanced expert for Kidney Transplant, 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 R. Varma specialize in?

While Dr. Chintalapati R. Varma is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Kidney Transplant, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), 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 R. Varma participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Chintalapati R. Varma has published 21 articles and abstracts on conditions like Kidney Transplant. You can view a list of Dr. Chintalapati R. 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 R. Varma accept my insurance?

Dr. Chintalapati R. 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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