
Overview
Ramasubramanian (“Ram”) Kalpatthi, MD, is Clinical Research Director of Pediatric Sickle Cell Research and Director of PHO Medical Student and Resident Education at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. He is also a Visiting Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He is board certified in pediatric hematology-oncology.He earned his medical degree from Thanjavur Medical College in Thanjavur, India. He completed a Residency at All India Institute of Medical Sciences and Lincoln Medical Center followed by a fellowship at Nationwide Children's Hospital.Dr. Kalpatthi is nationally recognized for his excellence in the clinical care, clinical research, program development and leadership in the field of pediatric hematology oncology with special emphasis on sickle cell disease (SCD) and immune thrombocytopenia (ITP). His other clinical interests include therapeutic apheresis, immune hematological disorders, neonatal hematology, benign hematological disorders, and childhood leukemia.Also, he is a favorite among medical students, residents, and fellows due to his passion for teaching, guiding, and mentoring future generation of physicians. He has mentored medical students, residents, and fellows in completing clinical research projects that have been published and/or presented at national conferences such as the American Society of Hematology (ASH), the American Society of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology (ASPHO) and Pediatric Academic Societies (PAS) meeting. Several of his mentees received outstanding abstract achievement awards for their work and most of his mentees have published their research in leading medical journals.View the full list of Dr. Kalpatthi’s publications on PubMed.
His top areas of expertise are Sickle Cell Disease, Hemoglobinopathy, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, Hemolytic Anemia, and Splenectomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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4401 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15224
118 East 2nd Street, Suite 1150, Erie, PA 16507
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Dr. Kalpatthi 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
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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Pediatric Hematology Oncology In Lawrenceville
Cheryl A. Hillery, MD, is clinical director of Hematology at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh and a professor of Pediatrics within the Division of Hematology-Oncology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. She is the director of the Pediatric Comprehensive Sickle Cell Program and has led basic, translational, and clinical research studies focused on sickle cell disease. Dr. Hillery is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Sickle Cell Disease, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, Hemoglobinopathy, and Hemolytic Anemia.
Pediatric Hematology Oncology In Lawrenceville
Frederico Xavier, MD, MS, is the associate clinical director for the Hemophilia Center of Western Pennsylvania and an associate professor of Pediatrics at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He is board-certified in Pediatrics and in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology.Dr. Xavier completed his medical degree, pediatric residency, and fellowship training in Brazil. He then completed a pediatric residency in New York, pediatric hematology and oncology fellowship at St. Jude Children’s Hospital, and then a pediatric hemostasis fellowship at the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Dr. Xavier completed a master’s degree in clinical research at the Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis.He has published peer-reviewed articles and book chapters in the field of pediatric hemostasis and is currently awarded with a research grant to study inflammation in Hemophilia. Dr. Xavier also sits in the Newborn Screening and Follow-up Technical Advisory Board for the Pennsylvania Department of Health.Dr. Xavier also practices at the Hemophilia Center of Western Pennsylvania, a state and federally-funded 501(c)3 charitable organization that provides comprehensive medical care to the residents of Western Pennsylvania with hemophilia and other bleeding and clotting disorders. The functions of the center include diagnosis and evaluation of individuals with bleeding disorders; treatment of bleeding episodes and complications; education of the patient and family, the community, and other medical providers; communication and advocacy; supervision of home care; and research and data collection.View the full list of Dr. Xavier’s publications on PubMed. Dr. Xavier is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hemophilia A, Hemophilic Arthropathy, Hemophilia B, and Von Willebrand Disease (VWD).
Pediatric Hematology Oncology In Lawrenceville
Jean M. Tersak, MD, provides care for pediatric oncology patients and long term survivors of childhood cancer at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. Dr. Tersak is institutional principal investigator for the UPMC Children’s Oncology Group and director of clinical oncology research within the Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology. She is also a professor of pediatrics and clinical and translational science at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and is board-certified in pediatric hematology/oncology.Dr. Tersak earned her bachelor's degree, master’s degree, and medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh. She completed her residency and fellowship at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh.Dr. Tersak is extensively involved in clinical research including the evaluation and treatment of patients with new diagnosis. Her research interests include the late effects, quality of life, and neurocognitive outcomes in survivors of childhood cancer and evaluation and treatment of opsoclonus myoclonus in patients with neuroblastoma. She is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology Children’s Oncology Group.View the full list of Dr. Tersak’s publications on PubMed. Dr. Tersak is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Neuroepithelioma, Neuroblastoma, Reticulohistiocytoma, Histiocytosis, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ramasubramanian Kalpatthi
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ramasubramanian Kalpatthi?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ramasubramanian Kalpatthi by calling their office at 412-692-5055. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ramasubramanian Kalpatthi a top-rated expert for Sickle Cell Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ramasubramanian Kalpatthi is classified as an Experienced expert for Sickle Cell Disease, 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. Ramasubramanian Kalpatthi specialize in?
While Dr. Ramasubramanian Kalpatthi is a Pediatric Hematology Oncology, they have specific expertise in Sickle Cell Disease, Hemoglobinopathy, and Congenital Hemolytic Anemia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Hematology Oncology.
Does Dr. Ramasubramanian Kalpatthi participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ramasubramanian Kalpatthi has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Sickle Cell Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Ramasubramanian Kalpatthi's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ramasubramanian Kalpatthi accept my insurance?
Dr. Ramasubramanian Kalpatthi accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-692-5055 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)Dr. Kalpatthi isExperienced. Learn about Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL).
- AnemiaDr. Kalpatthi isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Congenital Hemolytic AnemiaDr. Kalpatthi isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Hemolytic Anemia.
- HemoglobinopathyDr. Kalpatthi isExperienced. Learn about Hemoglobinopathy.
- Hemolytic AnemiaDr. Kalpatthi isExperienced. Learn about Hemolytic Anemia.
- Sickle Cell DiseaseDr. Kalpatthi isExperienced. Learn about Sickle Cell Disease.



