
Overview
Raghukumar D Thirumala, MD, is director of the respiratory/pulmonary function lab and bronchoscopy at AHN West Penn Hospital. He helps patients manage COPD and treats pulmonary nodules, sarcoidosis, and lung cancer. He is experienced in administering navigational bronchoscopy, EBUS, PleurX catheter placement, and critical care echocardiogram. Among his clinical interests are advanced bronchoscopy, pulmonary nodules, and critical care ultrasound. He is board certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary and Critical Care, and Critical Care Echocardiography. Dr. Thirumala received his medical degree from Madras Medical College in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, and the University of Illinois at Chicago. He completed a residency at the Wayne State University Health Center in Detroit, Michigan. He furthered his training with a fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and Lenox Hill Hospital, both in New York City. He speaks English and Telugu.
Dr. Thirumala is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Lung Nodules.
Dr. Thirumala is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Critical Care Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Thirumala is currently accepting new patients.
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100 Medical Boulevard, Canonsburg, PA 15317
490 East North Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
4815 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15224
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Raghukumar D. Thirumala
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Is Dr. Raghukumar D. Thirumala a top-rated expert for Lung Metastases?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Raghukumar D. Thirumala is classified as an Advanced expert for Lung Metastases, 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. Raghukumar D. Thirumala specialize in?
While Dr. Raghukumar D. Thirumala is a Intensive Care Medicine, they have specific expertise in Lung Metastases, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Intensive Care Medicine.
Does Dr. Raghukumar D. Thirumala participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Raghukumar D. Thirumala has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Lung Metastases. You can view a list of Dr. Raghukumar D. Thirumala's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Raghukumar D. Thirumala accept my insurance?
Dr. Raghukumar D. Thirumala accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 724-873-5934 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Advanced
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Lung MetastasesDr. Thirumala isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Metastases.
- Lymphofollicular HyperplasiaDr. Thirumala isAdvanced. Learn about Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia.
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- Acute Interstitial PneumoniaDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Acute Interstitial Pneumonia.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- Allergic Bronchopulmonary AspergillosisDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis.
- AspergillosisDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Aspergillosis.
- Atypical PneumoniaDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Atypical Pneumonia.
- BronchiectasisDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Bronchiectasis.
- Bronchiolitis ObliteransDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Bronchiolitis Obliterans.
- BronchitisDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Bronchitis.
- Bronchogenic CystDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Bronchogenic Cyst.
- BullaeDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Bullae.
- Cerebral HypoxiaDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Hypoxia.
- CirrhosisDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- Diffuse PanbronchiolitisDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Diffuse Panbronchiolitis.
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- EmphysemaDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Emphysema.
- Hospital-Acquired PneumoniaDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia.
- Hypersensitivity PneumonitisDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis.
- Hypovolemic ShockDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Hypovolemic Shock.
- Industrial BronchitisDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Industrial Bronchitis.
- Interstitial Lung DiseaseDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Interstitial Lung Disease.
- Large-Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- Lung AdenocarcinomaDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Lung Adenocarcinoma.
- Lung CancerDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Lung NodulesDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Lung Nodules.
- NeurosarcoidosisDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Neurosarcoidosis.
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)Dr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC).
- Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung DiseaseDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease.
- Obstructive Sleep ApneaDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Obstructive Sleep Apnea.
- Parapneumonic Pleural EffusionDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion.
- Pleural EffusionDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Pleural Effusion.
- PleurisyDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Pleurisy.
- PneumoniaDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Pneumonia.
- Pulmonary AspergillomaDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Aspergilloma.
- Pulmonary FibrosisDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Fibrosis.
- SarcoidosisDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Sarcoidosis.
- Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)Dr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC).
- Squamous Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- StrokeDr. Thirumala isExperienced. Learn about Stroke.


