Overview
Karthik Mekala is an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in Longview, Texas.
Dr. Mekala is highly rated in 31 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral Artery Disease, Venous Insufficiency, Arterial Insufficiency, Atherectomy, and Lithotripsy.
Dr. Mekala is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Mekala is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
707 E. Marshall Ave., Longview, TX 75601
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. Karthik D. Mekala
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Karthik D. Mekala?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Karthik D. Mekala by calling their office at 903-315-4880. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Karthik D. Mekala a top-rated expert for Peripheral Artery Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Karthik D. Mekala is classified as an Distinguished expert for Peripheral Artery Disease, 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. Karthik D. Mekala specialize in?
While Dr. Karthik D. Mekala is a Interventional Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Peripheral Artery Disease, Venous Insufficiency, and Arterial Insufficiency. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Interventional Cardiology.
Does Dr. Karthik D. Mekala participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Karthik D. Mekala has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Peripheral Artery Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Karthik D. Mekala's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Karthik D. Mekala accept my insurance?
Dr. Karthik D. Mekala accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 903-315-4880 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- AnginaDr. Mekala isDistinguished. Learn about Angina.
- Arterial InsufficiencyDr. Mekala isDistinguished. Learn about Arterial Insufficiency.
- AtherosclerosisDr. Mekala isDistinguished. Learn about Atherosclerosis.
- Peripheral Artery DiseaseDr. Mekala isDistinguished. Learn about Peripheral Artery Disease.
- Venous InsufficiencyDr. Mekala isDistinguished. Learn about Venous Insufficiency.
- Advanced
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Mekala isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Mekala isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- ApoplexyDr. Mekala isAdvanced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Mekala isAdvanced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Atrial FibrillationDr. Mekala isAdvanced. Learn about Atrial Fibrillation.
- Cardiac ArrestDr. Mekala isAdvanced. Learn about Cardiac Arrest.
- CardiomyopathyDr. Mekala isAdvanced. Learn about Cardiomyopathy.
- Cor PulmonaleDr. Mekala isAdvanced. Learn about Cor Pulmonale.
- Coronary Heart DiseaseDr. Mekala isAdvanced. Learn about Coronary Heart Disease.
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)Dr. Mekala isAdvanced. Learn about Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM).
- Ectopic HeartbeatDr. Mekala isAdvanced. Learn about Ectopic Heartbeat.
- Familial HypertensionDr. Mekala isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Hypertension.
- Familial Neurocardiogenic SyncopeDr. Mekala isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope.
- Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism
- Heart AttackDr. Mekala isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Attack.
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)
- Heart MurmursDr. Mekala isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Murmurs.
- High CholesterolDr. Mekala isAdvanced. Learn about High Cholesterol.
- HypertensionDr. Mekala isAdvanced. Learn about Hypertension.
- Hypertensive Heart DiseaseDr. Mekala isAdvanced. Learn about Hypertensive Heart Disease.
- Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST)
- Pediatric MyocarditisDr. Mekala isAdvanced. Learn about Pediatric Myocarditis.
- Pulmonary EdemaDr. Mekala isAdvanced. Learn about Pulmonary Edema.
- Pulmonary EmbolismDr. Mekala isAdvanced. Learn about Pulmonary Embolism.
- Stasis Dermatitis and UlcersDr. Mekala isAdvanced. Learn about Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers.
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)Dr. Mekala isAdvanced. Learn about Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA).
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- Acute Coronary SyndromeDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Acute Coronary Syndrome.
- Adenosine Deaminase 2 DeficiencyDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency.
- Anomalous Left Coronary Artery from the Pulmonary Artery
- Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy
- Arterial Tortuosity SyndromeDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Tortuosity Syndrome.
- AtherectomyDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Atherectomy.
- Atrial Septal Defect (ASD)Dr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Septal Defect (ASD).
- Atrial TachycardiaDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Tachycardia.
- Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT)
- Bicuspid Aortic ValveDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Bicuspid Aortic Valve.
- Brugada SyndromeDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Brugada Syndrome.
- Cardiac TamponadeDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Cardiac Tamponade.
- Cardiogenic ShockDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Cardiogenic Shock.
- Carotid Artery DiseaseDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Disease.
- Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia
- Congenital Coronary Artery MalformationDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Coronary Artery Malformation.
- Coronary Artery AneurysmDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Artery Aneurysm.
- Coronary Artery FistulaDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Artery Fistula.
- Coronary Artery SpasmDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Artery Spasm.
- EmphysemaDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Emphysema.
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)Dr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
- EndocarditisDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Endocarditis.
- Familial Combined HyperlipidemiaDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.
- Familial Dilated CardiomyopathyDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Familial Dilated Cardiomyopathy.
- Familial Hypertrophic CardiomyopathyDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy.
- Heart BlockDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Heart Block.
- Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HeFH)
- Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HoFH)
- Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)Dr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM).
- Idiopathic EdemaDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Idiopathic Edema.
- Jervell Lange-Nielsen Syndrome (JLNS)Dr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Jervell Lange-Nielsen Syndrome (JLNS).
- LithotripsyDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Lithotripsy.
- Long QT SyndromeDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Long QT Syndrome.
- Long QT Syndrome 1Dr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Long QT Syndrome 1.
- Long QT Syndrome 2Dr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Long QT Syndrome 2.
- Long QT Syndrome 3Dr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Long QT Syndrome 3.
- Long QT Syndrome 5Dr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Long QT Syndrome 5.
- May Thurner SyndromeDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about May Thurner Syndrome.
- Metabolic SyndromeDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Metabolic Syndrome.
- Mitral Valve ProlapseDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Mitral Valve Prolapse.
- Mitral Valve RegurgitationDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Mitral Valve Regurgitation.
- Multifocal Atrial TachycardiaDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Multifocal Atrial Tachycardia.
- Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT)
- Paroxysmal Ventricular FibrillationDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Paroxysmal Ventricular Fibrillation.
- Patent Foramen OvaleDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Patent Foramen Ovale.
- Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)
- Prinzmetal's Variant AnginaDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Prinzmetal's Variant Angina.
- Pulmonary HypertensionDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Hypertension.
- Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive DiseaseDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease.
- Rheumatic FeverDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Rheumatic Fever.
- Saddle Pulmonary EmbolismDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Saddle Pulmonary Embolism.
- Sengers SyndromeDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Sengers Syndrome.
- Short QT SyndromeDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Short QT Syndrome.
- Sick Sinus SyndromeDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Sick Sinus Syndrome.
- Stable AnginaDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Stable Angina.
- Subvalvular Aortic StenosisDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis.
- SVC ObstructionDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about SVC Obstruction.
- Timothy SyndromeDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Timothy Syndrome.
- Unstable AnginaDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Unstable Angina.
- Varicose VeinsDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Varicose Veins.
- VasculitisDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Vasculitis.
- Ventricular FibrillationDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Ventricular Fibrillation.
- XanthomaDr. Mekala isExperienced. Learn about Xanthoma.