Overview
Tarun Kukkadapu is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Shelby, North Carolina. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years.
His clinical expertise encompasses Hypovolemic Shock, Gallbladder Disease, Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, and Gallbladder Removal.
Dr. Kukkadapu is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Disease, and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Critical Care Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Kukkadapu is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1010 E. Dixon Blvd., Suite A, Shelby, NC 28152
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Tarun Kukkadapu
Is Dr. Tarun Kukkadapu a top-rated expert for Gallbladder Removal?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Tarun Kukkadapu is classified as an Experienced expert for Gallbladder Removal, 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. Tarun Kukkadapu specialize in?
While Dr. Tarun Kukkadapu is a Intensive Care Medicine, they have specific expertise in Gallbladder Removal, Hypovolemic Shock, and Gallbladder Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Intensive Care Medicine.
Does Dr. Tarun Kukkadapu participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Tarun Kukkadapu has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gallbladder Removal. You can view a list of Dr. Tarun Kukkadapu's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Tarun Kukkadapu accept my insurance?
Dr. Tarun Kukkadapu accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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