Summary

Dr. Karthik Ramakrishnan is a thoracic and cardiovascular surgeon who specializes in complex heart and chest procedures. With 23 years of experience in medicine, he focuses on thoracic surgery, cardiovascular surgery, and general surgical care. Dr. Ramakrishnan earned his medical degree from Kilpauk Medical College, where he built the foundation for his surgical expertise.

Dr. Ramakrishnan practices at Penn State Health Milton S Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, Pennsylvania, and is affiliated with Children's National Medical Center. He treats patients with congenital heart disease, atrial septal defects, and Eisenmenger syndrome. His surgical skills include arterial line procedures, central venous catheter placement, and electrocardiogram monitoring to help diagnose and treat heart conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • 23 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • Kilpauk Medical College
  • 3 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Karthik Vaidyanathan Ramakrishnan has 2 locations

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Accepts New Patients
4.5 
23 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 54 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Hershey , PAPhiladelphia , PAHershey , PACarlisle , PA
Med School: Kilpauk Medical College Med School: Renaissance School Of Medicine At Stony Brook University Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karthik Vaidyanathan Ramakrishnan

  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Cigna
  • Empire Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Karthik Vaidyanathan Ramakrishnan has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Karthik Vaidyanathan Ramakrishnan has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Surgery
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

23 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active
Medical Doctor, Tennessee, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Kilpauk Medical CollegeGraduated in 2003

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Where is Dr. Karthik Ramakrishnan's office located?
Dr. Karthik Ramakrishnan's office is located at 500 University Dr, Hershey, PA, 17033.
Which hospitals is Dr. Karthik Ramakrishnan affiliated with?
Dr. Karthik Ramakrishnan is affiliated with Childrens National Medical Center.
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