Expertise in
3
conditions

Dr. Muthu K. Sakthivel

Radiology
UNC Hospitals Pulmonary Function Lab
101 Manning Dr, 
Chapel Hill, NC 
Accepting New Patients
18 Years of Experience
Referral may be required
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Expertise in
3
conditions
UNC Hospitals Pulmonary Function Lab
101 Manning Dr, 
Chapel Hill, NC 

Overview

Muthu Sakthivel is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years.

Dr. Sakthivel is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Lung Nodules, and Subcutaneous Emphysema.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 12 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Sakthivel is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Year

2008

Specialties

Radiology

Licenses

Diagnostic Radiology in NC

Hospital Affiliations

Chatham Hospital Inc
Rex Hospital
Unc Hospitals

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO

Locations

UNC Hospitals Pulmonary Function Lab
101 Manning Dr, Chapel Hill, NC 27514

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.

12 Total Publications

Muscular dystrophy cardiomyopathy in pediatric cardiac MRI.
Muscular dystrophy cardiomyopathy in pediatric cardiac MRI.
Journal: The international journal of cardiovascular imaging
Published: May 04, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Muthu K. Sakthivel

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Is Dr. Muthu K. Sakthivel a top-rated expert for Pleurisy?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Muthu K. Sakthivel is classified as an Advanced expert for Pleurisy, 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. Muthu K. Sakthivel specialize in?

While Dr. Muthu K. Sakthivel is a Radiology, they have specific expertise in Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Lung Nodules. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Radiology.

Does Dr. Muthu K. Sakthivel participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Muthu K. Sakthivel has published 12 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pleurisy. You can view a list of Dr. Muthu K. Sakthivel's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Muthu K. Sakthivel accept my insurance?

Dr. Muthu K. Sakthivel accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna. We recommend calling the office directly at 919-843-8741 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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