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Veena Krishnan is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Bridgeton, Missouri.
Dr. Krishnan is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), High Potassium Level, Acute Kidney Failure, Hip Replacement, and Ureteroscopy.
Dr. Krishnan is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine , American Board Of Internal Medicine/Nephrology , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Veena Krishnan
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Veena Krishnan?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Veena Krishnan by calling their office at 314-736-4800. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Veena Krishnan a top-rated expert for Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Veena Krishnan is classified as an Advanced expert for Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), 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. Veena Krishnan specialize in?
While Dr. Veena Krishnan is a Internal Medicine, they have specific expertise in Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), High Potassium Level, and Acute Kidney Failure. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Internal Medicine.
Does Dr. Veena Krishnan participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Veena Krishnan has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). You can view a list of Dr. Veena Krishnan's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Veena Krishnan accept my insurance?
Dr. Veena Krishnan accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 314-736-4800 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Acute Kidney FailureDr. Krishnan isAdvanced. Learn about Acute Kidney Failure.
- Childhood Hypophosphatasia (HPP)Dr. Krishnan isAdvanced. Learn about Childhood Hypophosphatasia (HPP).
- Chronic Kidney DiseaseDr. Krishnan isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Kidney Disease.
- Gitelman SyndromeDr. Krishnan isAdvanced. Learn about Gitelman Syndrome.
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)
- High Potassium LevelDr. Krishnan isAdvanced. Learn about High Potassium Level.
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- Acute Tubular NecrosisDr. Krishnan isExperienced. Learn about Acute Tubular Necrosis.
- Advanced BronchoscopyDr. Krishnan isExperienced. Learn about Advanced Bronchoscopy.
- Analgesic NephropathyDr. Krishnan isExperienced. Learn about Analgesic Nephropathy.
- Autosomal Dominant HypocalcemiaDr. Krishnan isExperienced. Learn about Autosomal Dominant Hypocalcemia.
- Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Awake CraniotomyDr. Krishnan isExperienced. Learn about Awake Craniotomy.