Overview
Robert Mckenna is a Thoracic Surgeon in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Mckenna is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Thymectomy, and Endoscopy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 36 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
2121 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90404
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. Robert Mckenna
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Robert Mckenna?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Robert Mckenna by calling their office at 310-829-8272. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Robert Mckenna a top-rated expert for Lung Nodules?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Robert Mckenna is classified as an Distinguished expert for Lung Nodules, 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. Robert Mckenna specialize in?
While Dr. Robert Mckenna is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Lung Nodules, Lung Cancer, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Robert Mckenna participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Robert Mckenna has published 35 articles and abstracts on conditions like Lung Nodules. You can view a list of Dr. Robert Mckenna's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Robert Mckenna accept my insurance?
Dr. Robert Mckenna accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Shield of California and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 310-829-8272 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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Mckenna isDistinguished. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Mckenna isDistinguished. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- Lung AdenocarcinomaDr. Mckenna isDistinguished. Learn about Lung Adenocarcinoma.
- Lung CancerDr. Mckenna isDistinguished. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Lung NodulesDr. Mckenna isDistinguished. Learn about Lung Nodules.
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)Dr. Mckenna isDistinguished. Learn about Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC).
- Advanced
- EmphysemaDr. Mckenna isAdvanced. Learn about Emphysema.
- Fibrosing MediastinitisDr. Mckenna isAdvanced. Learn about Fibrosing Mediastinitis.
- Lymphofollicular HyperplasiaDr. Mckenna isAdvanced. Learn about Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia.
- PleurisyDr. Mckenna isAdvanced. Learn about Pleurisy.
- PTEN Hamartoma Tumor SyndromeDr. Mckenna isAdvanced. Learn about PTEN Hamartoma Tumor Syndrome.
- ThymectomyDr. Mckenna isAdvanced. Learn about Thymectomy.
- Experienced
- Acquired TracheomalaciaDr. Mckenna isExperienced. Learn about Acquired Tracheomalacia.
- Collapsed LungDr. Mckenna isExperienced. Learn about Collapsed Lung.
- EndoscopyDr. Mckenna isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- GastrostomyDr. Mckenna isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Mediastinal TumorDr. Mckenna isExperienced. Learn about Mediastinal Tumor.
- MesotheliomaDr. Mckenna isExperienced. Learn about Mesothelioma.