4.8
4 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Arjun Pennathur is a thoracic surgeon who earned his medical degree from Tirunelveli Medical College and completed his residency training at Massachusetts General Hospital. With over four decades of experience in thoracic surgery, he brings extensive expertise to complex chest and lung procedures. Dr. Pennathur speaks English and has dedicated his career to treating conditions affecting the chest cavity and respiratory system.
Dr. Pennathur practices throughout the UPMC health system, including locations in Pittsburgh and McKeesport, Pennsylvania. His clinical focus includes treating serious lung conditions such as collapsed lungs and lung infections, including MRSA-related complications. He performs diagnostic procedures like chest CT scans and pulmonary function testing to evaluate lung health and breathing capacity. Patients have given Dr. Pennathur an average rating of 4.8 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in his surgical expertise and patient care.
Dr. Pennathur practices throughout the UPMC health system, including locations in Pittsburgh and McKeesport, Pennsylvania. His clinical focus includes treating serious lung conditions such as collapsed lungs and lung infections, including MRSA-related complications. He performs diagnostic procedures like chest CT scans and pulmonary function testing to evaluate lung health and breathing capacity. Patients have given Dr. Pennathur an average rating of 4.8 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in his surgical expertise and patient care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 41 years of experience
- speaks English
- Massachusetts General Hospital
- 1 specialty
- 14 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 9 hospital affiliations
- 11 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Arjun Pennathur has 11 locationsUpmc Division Of Thoracic And Foregut Surgery
5200 Centre Ave Ste 715Pittsburgh, PA 15232 Tel: (412) 623-2025
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Compare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Arjun Pennathur, MD | Dr. Chananya Karunasumetta | Dr. Kyle Austin Simonsen | Dr. Ahmed Mohamed F Sedeek |
| Thoracic Surgery | Thoracic Surgery | Surgery | Thoracic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 41 Years of Experience | 22 Years of Experience | 7 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | |||
| Pittsburgh , PA | PITTSBURGH , PA | Pittsburgh , PA | Pittsburgh , PA |
| Med School: TIRUNELVELI MEDICAL COLLEGE | Med School: Srinakharinwirot University Faculty Of Medicine | Med School: Albany Medical College | |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Arjun Pennathur has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Arjun Pennathur has the following 14 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
41 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Massachusetts General Hospital
Medical School
TIRUNELVELI MEDICAL COLLEGEGraduated in 1986
Tirunelveli Medical CollegeGraduated in 1985
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