Overview
Ritu Chitkara is a Neonatologist and a Pediatrics provider in Palo Alto, California. Her top areas of expertise are Intraventricular Hemorrhage of the Newborn, Hydrops Fetalis, Fetal Edema, and Hemolytic Disease of the Newborn.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 17 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
725 Welch Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94304
453 Quarry Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94304
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ritu Chitkara
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ritu Chitkara?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ritu Chitkara by calling their office at 650-497-8000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ritu Chitkara a top-rated expert for Intraventricular Hemorrhage of the Newborn?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ritu Chitkara is classified as an Experienced expert for Intraventricular Hemorrhage of the Newborn, 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. Ritu Chitkara specialize in?
While Dr. Ritu Chitkara is a Neonatology, they have specific expertise in Intraventricular Hemorrhage of the Newborn, Hydrops Fetalis, and Fetal Edema. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neonatology.
Does Dr. Ritu Chitkara participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ritu Chitkara has published 17 articles and abstracts on conditions like Intraventricular Hemorrhage of the Newborn. You can view a list of Dr. Ritu Chitkara's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ritu Chitkara accept my insurance?
Dr. Ritu Chitkara accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 650-497-8000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Experienced
- Alpha ThalassemiaDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Alpha Thalassemia.
- Fetal EdemaDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Fetal Edema.
- Hemolytic Disease of the NewbornDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Hemolytic Disease of the Newborn.
- Hydrops FetalisDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Hydrops Fetalis.
- Infant Respiratory Distress SyndromeDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Infant Respiratory Distress Syndrome.
- Intraventricular Hemorrhage of the NewbornDr. Chitkara isExperienced. Learn about Intraventricular Hemorrhage of the Newborn.