Overview
Vivek Menon is a Cardiologist in Lufkin, Texas. His top areas of expertise are Pericarditis, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 10 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
310 Gaslight Blvd, Lufkin, TX 75904
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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Specialty:Cardiovascular DiseaseInterventional CardiologyInternal MedicineEchocardiographyBoard Certifications:Board Certified in Cardiovascular Disease (A.B.I.M)Board Certified in Interventional Cardiology (A.B.I.M)Board Certified in Internal Medicine (A.B.I.M)Hospitals:CHI St. Luke’s Health-Memorial SystemWoodland Heights Medical Center, Lufkin, TXAcademic Background:Interventional Cardiology Fellowship Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine at Marshall University, Huntington, WVAdult Cardiologist Fellowship Training Program Dept. of Cardiovascular Services Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine at Marshall University, Huntington, WVResidency:Chief Resident Marshall University School of Medicine Huntington, WVInternal Medicine Marshall University School of Medicine Huntington, WVInternal Medicine General Hospital Trivandrum in Kerala, IndiaInternship:Internal Medicine The Jamaica Hospital Medical Center (an affiliate of New York University) Jamaica, NYProfessional Associations:American College of CardiologySociety of Coronary Angiography and InterventionProfessional Experience:Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine General Internal Medicine, Palliative Medicine, and Medical Education University of Louisville, Louisville, KYAssistant Professor of Medicine – Marshall University. Dr. Vettiankal is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Heart Attack, Apoplexy, Angina, and Arterial Embolism.
Baylor St. Luke's Medical Group Memorial Heart Institute Of East Texas
Specialty:Cardiovascular DiseaseInternal MedicineInterventional CardiologyEchocardiographyAccreditation:Diplomat, National Board of Osteopathic Medical ExaminersDiplomat, American Board of Internal MedicineInstructor in Internal Medicine, Texas A&M University College of MedicineHospitals:CHI St. Luke’s Health-Memorial SystemSabine County Hospital, Hemphill, TXTyler County Hospital, Woodville, TXWoodland Heights Medical Center, Lufkin, TXAcademic Background:B.S. – Microbiology, Texas A&M UniversityD.O. – Texas College of Osteopathic MedicineInternship – Doctors Hospital, Groves, TexasInternal Medicine Residency – Scott & White Hospital, Temple, TexasCardiovascular Fellowship – Scott & White Hospital, Temple, TexasProfessional Associations:American Medical AssociationTexas Medical AssociationTexas Osteopathic Medical AssociationAmerican College of CardiologyPOETProfessional Fellowships:Fellow of American College of Cardiology (FACC). Dr. Hudson is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Pediatric Myocarditis, Aortic Valve Stenosis, and Pacemaker Implantation.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Vivek Menon
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Vivek Menon?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Vivek Menon by calling their office at 936-632-8787. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Vivek Menon a top-rated expert for Pericarditis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Vivek Menon is classified as an Experienced expert for Pericarditis, 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. Vivek Menon specialize in?
While Dr. Vivek Menon is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Pericarditis, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Aortic Valve Stenosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.
Does Dr. Vivek Menon participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Vivek Menon has published 10 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pericarditis. You can view a list of Dr. Vivek Menon's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Vivek Menon accept my insurance?
Dr. Vivek Menon accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 936-632-8787 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
- Experienced
- Aortic DissectionDr. Menon isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Menon isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Menon isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- Atrial FibrillationDr. Menon isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Fibrillation.
- Cardiogenic ShockDr. Menon isExperienced. Learn about Cardiogenic Shock.
- CardiomyopathyDr. Menon isExperienced. Learn about Cardiomyopathy.


