Expertise in
3
conditions

Dr. Romy J. Thekkekara

Hematology
Essentia Health-Duluth Clinic 1st Street (Building A)
420 E 1st St, 
Duluth, MN 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
3
conditions
Essentia Health-Duluth Clinic 1st Street (Building A)
420 E 1st St, 
Duluth, MN 

Overview

Romy Thekkekara is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Duluth, Minnesota.

Dr. Thekkekara is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL), and Smoldering Multiple Myeloma.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Thekkekara is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Hematology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in IL

Hospital Affiliations

Essentia Health St Mary's Medical Center
Spooner Health System
Tamarack Health Hayward Medical Center
Essentia Health Duluth
St Marys Hospital Superior

Languages Spoken

English
Hindi
Malayalam

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Change Healthcare
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
HealthPartners
  • POS
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medica
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Northern Plains Alliance
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE PDP
Sanford Health
  • HMO
  • PPO
Security Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Essentia Health-Duluth Clinic 1st Street (Building A)
420 E 1st St, Duluth, MN 55805
Other Locations
Essentia Health-Spooner Clinic
1180 Chandler Dr, Spooner, WI 54801

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.

6 Total Publications

The Effectiveness and Safety of Buprenorphine in Palliative Care: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials, Prospective and Retrospective Studies.
The Effectiveness and Safety of Buprenorphine in Palliative Care: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials, Prospective and Retrospective Studies.
Journal: Journal of pain and symptom management
Published: March 01, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Romy J. Thekkekara

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Romy J. Thekkekara?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Romy J. Thekkekara by calling their office at 715-245-2111. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Romy J. Thekkekara a top-rated expert for Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Romy J. Thekkekara is classified as an Advanced expert for Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, 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. Romy J. Thekkekara specialize in?

While Dr. Romy J. Thekkekara is a Hematology, they have specific expertise in Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology.

Does Dr. Romy J. Thekkekara participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Romy J. Thekkekara has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma. You can view a list of Dr. Romy J. Thekkekara's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Romy J. Thekkekara accept my insurance?

Dr. Romy J. Thekkekara accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 715-245-2111 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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