Dr. Rahul Rajiv Handa, MD

Dr. Rahul Handa is a thoracic surgeon who specializes in complex chest and heart-related surgical procedures. He earned his medical degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and has dedicated a decade to practicing surgery with a focus on thoracic conditions. His expertise centers on treating serious cardiovascular complications and performing intricate surgical interventions.

Dr. Handa practices at multiple locations throughout Saint Louis, Missouri, and maintains affiliations with Barnes Jewish Hospital and Saint Bernardine Medical Center. He treats patients with life-threatening conditions such as cardiogenic shock, fluid buildup around the heart, and blood clots in the lungs. His surgical skills include performing balloon procedures to drain fluid from around the heart and specialized surgeries to address pericardial effusion.