Overview
"Dr. Santosh Nagaraju, MD, is a board-certified surgeon specializing in abdominal organ transplant surgeon. Dr. Nagaraju earned his medical degree in India and completed a general surgery residency at Grant Medical College, Mumbai, in India. He pursued organ transplant training as a visiting research scholar at the Thomas E. Starzl Transplantation Institute in Pittsburgh. He then completed a general surgery residency and a multi-organ transplant surgery fellowship at Indiana University.Dr. Nagaraju is certified in kidney, liver, pancreas and intestine transplant by the American Society of Transplant Surgeons. He also performs minimally invasive donor surgery for living donor kidney transplants. Dr. Nagaraju is board certified in general surgery by the American Board of Surgery and performs a spectrum of general surgery procedures including hernia, gall bladder, hepatobiliary and dialysis access procedures. He enjoys working with trainees including medical students, residents and fellows. He is passionate about improving learning experience for trainees.Dr. Nagaraju believes in empowering and educating patients to make the best possible decisions for their healthcare needs. He encourages a team approach that is patient centered and inclusive of providers and patient families to determine care plans that reflect patient autonomy. He believes patients are part of the extended ""transplant family"" and forges long lasting bonds with patients long after their surgery.Outside of work, Dr. Nagaraju enjoys spending time with his daughter, reading and cycling.".
Dr. Nagaraju is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Polycystic Kidney Disease, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Pancreas Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 26 peer reviewed articles.
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135 Rutledge Ave, 1st Floor, 9th Floor, Charleston, SC 29425
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Santosh Nagaraju
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Santosh Nagaraju?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Santosh Nagaraju by calling their office at 843-792-6100. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Santosh Nagaraju a top-rated expert for Pancreas Transplant?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Santosh Nagaraju is classified as an Advanced expert for Pancreas Transplant, 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. Santosh Nagaraju specialize in?
While Dr. Santosh Nagaraju is a Transplant Surgery, they have specific expertise in Pancreas Transplant, Kidney Transplant, and Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Transplant Surgery.
Does Dr. Santosh Nagaraju participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Santosh Nagaraju has published 26 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pancreas Transplant. You can view a list of Dr. Santosh Nagaraju's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Santosh Nagaraju accept my insurance?
Dr. Santosh Nagaraju accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Aetna. We recommend calling the office directly at 843-792-6100 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Chronic Antibody-Mediated RejectionDr. Nagaraju isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection.
- Kidney TransplantDr. Nagaraju isAdvanced. Learn about Kidney Transplant.
- Pancreas TransplantDr. Nagaraju isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreas Transplant.
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- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Nagaraju isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- Islet Cell TransplantationDr. Nagaraju isExperienced. Learn about Islet Cell Transplantation.
- LiposarcomaDr. Nagaraju isExperienced. Learn about Liposarcoma.
- Polycystic Kidney DiseaseDr. Nagaraju isExperienced. Learn about Polycystic Kidney Disease.
- Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney TransplantDr. Nagaraju isExperienced. Learn about Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant.