Kavitha L. Ranganathan
Expertise in
4
conditions
Expertise in
4
conditions

Overview

Dr. Kavitha Ranganathan is a staff surgeon in the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the Director of Craniofacial Reconstruction. She specializes in craniofacial surgery and general reconstructive plastic surgery.  Dr. Ranganathan is passionate about craniofacial reconstruction for: cancer, trauma, adult congenital anomalies, burn reconstruction, and transgender surgery.  Dr. Ranganathan’s personalized, patient-centered approach to care focuses on helping patients achieve their personal goals and approach their lives in the best way possible moving forward.  She actively collaborates with providers from multiple disciplines throughout the hospital to achieve the best possible outcomes for her patients. Her research focuses on increasing access to care in resource-limited environments and addressing the burden of catastrophic expenditures in low- and middle-income countries.

Dr. Ranganathan is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Bifid Nose, Cleft Lip and Palate, Autosomal Cleft Palate, Metopic Ridge, and Tenotomy.

Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 120 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine, 2007 - 2011

Residency

University of Michigan Medical School, 2011 - 2019

Specialties

Plastic Surgery

Licenses

Plastic Surgery in MD

Board Certifications

Plastic Surgery

Fellowships

Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, 2019 - 2020

Hospital Affiliations

Brigham And Women's Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
BMC HealthNet
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Tufts
  • HMO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Brigham and Women's Hospital, Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
45 Francis Street, Asb2-2, Boston, MA 02115
Other Locations
Brigham and Women's Hospital, Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
75 Francis Street, Boston, MA 02115

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. Kavitha L. Ranganathan

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You can book an appointment with Dr. Kavitha L. Ranganathan by calling their office at 617-732-5282. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Kavitha L. Ranganathan a top-rated expert for Tenotomy?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kavitha L. Ranganathan is classified as an Distinguished expert for Tenotomy, 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. Kavitha L. Ranganathan specialize in?

While Dr. Kavitha L. Ranganathan is a Plastic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Tenotomy, Bifid Nose, and Cleft Lip and Palate. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Plastic Surgery.

Does Dr. Kavitha L. Ranganathan participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Kavitha L. Ranganathan has published 120 articles and abstracts on conditions like Tenotomy. You can view a list of Dr. Kavitha L. Ranganathan's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Kavitha L. Ranganathan accept my insurance?

Dr. Kavitha L. Ranganathan accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 617-732-5282 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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