Dr. R K. Kadiyala
Overview
R. Kumar Kadiyala, MD, PhD, is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in the non-operative and operative treatment of chronic conditions and muskuloskeletal injuries affecting the hands, elbows, and shoulders in both adult and pediatric patients. He strongly believes that a surgeon’s duty is to provide each and every patient with personalized treatment informed by the latest research and academic thinking.Before joining Columbia Orthopedics, Dr. Kadiyala led the hand surgery service at Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami, Florida. Born in India and raised in Indiana, where his father was an economics professor at Purdue University, Dr. Kadiyala attended Stanford University, earning MD and PhD degrees in the school's prestigious Medical Scientist Training Program. While there, he received funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to advance important molecular immunology and cancer research. He then completed a residency in orthopedics at the Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Program and fellowships in orthopedic trauma and hand/upper extremity surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham & Women's Hospital and Boston Children's Hospital. Dr. Kadiyala completed another fellowship in adult reconstruction (hip and knee replacement) at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston.At the University of Iowa, he co-directed the shoulder and elbow service and conducted research on the molecular biology of peripheral nerve injuries. After that, he started his own practice in Miami.Dr. Kadiyala now lives in New York with his wife and children. He continues to serve patients as the Chief of the Orthopedic Service at New York-Presbyterian/Allen Hospital and as a Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at the Columbia University Medical Center.
Dr. Kadiyala is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ganglion Cyst, Trigger Thumb, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Hip Replacement, and Fasciotomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 13 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
515 6th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11215
51 West 51st Street, New York, NY 10019
3417 Kings Highway, Floor 3, Brooklyn, NY 11234
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Kadiyala has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. R K. Kadiyala
How do I make an appointment with Dr. R K. Kadiyala?
You can book an appointment with Dr. R K. Kadiyala by calling their office at 718-246-8700. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. R K. Kadiyala a top-rated expert for Ganglion Cyst?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. R K. Kadiyala is classified as an Advanced expert for Ganglion Cyst, 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. R K. Kadiyala specialize in?
While Dr. R K. Kadiyala is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Ganglion Cyst, Trigger Thumb, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. R K. Kadiyala participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. R K. Kadiyala has published 13 articles and abstracts on conditions like Ganglion Cyst. You can view a list of Dr. R K. Kadiyala's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. R K. Kadiyala accept my insurance?
Dr. R K. Kadiyala accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 718-246-8700 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Carpal Tunnel SyndromeDr. Kadiyala isAdvanced. Learn about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
- Ganglion CystDr. Kadiyala isAdvanced. Learn about Ganglion Cyst.
- Trigger ThumbDr. Kadiyala isAdvanced. Learn about Trigger Thumb.
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- Brachial PlexopathyDr. Kadiyala isExperienced. Learn about Brachial Plexopathy.
- Brachydactyly Type A2Dr. Kadiyala isExperienced. Learn about Brachydactyly Type A2.
- Brachydactyly Type BDr. Kadiyala isExperienced. Learn about Brachydactyly Type B.
- Brachydactyly Type CDr. Kadiyala isExperienced. Learn about Brachydactyly Type C.
- BursitisDr. Kadiyala isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Compartment SyndromeDr. Kadiyala isExperienced. Learn about Compartment Syndrome.