Overview
Dr. Rajesh Rethnam graduated from medical school at the Government Medical College Kottayam in Kerala, India. He completed his residency at Drexel University College of Medicine - Hahnemann University Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. He then went on to complete his fellowships at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield, Illinois and Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York City, NY. Board certified in Pulmonary medicine, Sleep medicine, Obesity medicine, Internal medicine, Critical care medicine and Neurocritical care medicine. His clinical interests include critical care, sleep apnea, insomnia, parasomnia, narcolepsy, circadian rhythm disorders, asthma, COPD, sarcoidosis, neuro-muscular diseases, pulmonary fibrosis and insulin resistance. Dr. Rethnam has been in practice since 1997 and sees patients 17 years and older. He believes in taking as much time as needed to address each patient’s concerns and is dedicated to providing the best possible care to keep his patients healthy. He speaks Malayalam, Tamil and Hindi. Office staff speaks Spanish. Residents of the Memorial area, Dr. Rethnam and his wife have two children. Away from the clinic, he enjoys working on his marine aquarium and traveling.
His clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.
Dr. Rethnam is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
Baylor College Of Medicine - Pulmonary
Ivan Rosas, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Ivan Rosas specializes in Pulmonary Disease and works at BCM - Faculty Group Practice. To make an appointment, please call (713) 798-2400. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted. Dr. Rosas is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Fibrosis, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Rosas is currently accepting new patients.
Dileep Puppala is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and a Sleep Medicine provider practicing medicine in Tomball, Texas. Dr. Puppala is highly rated in 47 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Emphysema, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Bullae, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Puppala is currently accepting new patients.
Houston Methodist Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine Specialists
Sandeep Sahay is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Sahay is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Hypertension, Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Lung Transplant, and Embolectomy. Dr. Sahay is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Rajesh Rethnam
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Rajesh Rethnam?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Rajesh Rethnam by calling their office at 888-958-6463. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Rajesh Rethnam a top-rated expert for Obstructive Sleep Apnea?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Rajesh Rethnam is classified as an Experienced expert for Obstructive Sleep Apnea, 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. Rajesh Rethnam specialize in?
While Dr. Rajesh Rethnam is a Pulmonary Medicine, they have specific expertise in Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Lung Metastases. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pulmonary Medicine.
Does Dr. Rajesh Rethnam accept my insurance?
Dr. Rajesh Rethnam accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 888-958-6463 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Rethnam isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- AsthmaDr. Rethnam isExperienced. Learn about Asthma.
- Asthma in ChildrenDr. Rethnam isExperienced. Learn about Asthma in Children.
- Atypical PneumoniaDr. Rethnam isExperienced. Learn about Atypical Pneumonia.
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Rethnam isExperienced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- EndoscopyDr. Rethnam isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- GastrostomyDr. Rethnam isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Grass AllergyDr. Rethnam isExperienced. Learn about Grass Allergy.
- Hospital-Acquired PneumoniaDr. Rethnam isExperienced. Learn about Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia.
- InsomniaDr. Rethnam isExperienced. Learn about Insomnia.
- Large-Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Rethnam isExperienced. Learn about Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- Lung AdenocarcinomaDr. Rethnam isExperienced. Learn about Lung Adenocarcinoma.
- Lung CancerDr. Rethnam isExperienced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Lung MetastasesDr. Rethnam isExperienced. Learn about Lung Metastases.
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)Dr. Rethnam isExperienced. Learn about Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC).
- Obstructive Sleep ApneaDr. Rethnam isExperienced. Learn about Obstructive Sleep Apnea.
- PneumoniaDr. Rethnam isExperienced. Learn about Pneumonia.
- Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)Dr. Rethnam isExperienced. Learn about Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC).
- Squamous Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Rethnam isExperienced. Learn about Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma.