3.7
3 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Vijay Pethkar is a pulmonologist who has dedicated over four decades to treating respiratory conditions. He earned his medical degree from Osmania Medical College and completed his residency at Wayne State University, building a strong foundation in pulmonary medicine. With 41 years of clinical experience, Dr. Pethkar has developed extensive expertise in diagnosing and managing complex lung disorders. He provides care in English for his patients.
Dr. Pethkar practices at Tristar Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee, and maintains affiliations with Tennova Healthcare in Lebanon. He specializes in helping patients with breathing difficulties and weight-related respiratory issues. His practice includes comprehensive pulmonary function testing to evaluate lung capacity and performance. Dr. Pethkar also performs specialized breathing tests to determine how well patients respond to certain medications. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.7 on Vitals, reflecting …their experiences with his care.
Read More Read less Dr. Pethkar practices at Tristar Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee, and maintains affiliations with Tennova Healthcare in Lebanon. He specializes in helping patients with breathing difficulties and weight-related respiratory issues. His practice includes comprehensive pulmonary function testing to evaluate lung capacity and performance. Dr. Pethkar also performs specialized breathing tests to determine how well patients respond to certain medications. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.7 on Vitals, reflecting …their experiences with his care.
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Quick Facts
- 41 years of experience
- 29 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Wayne State University
- 2 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 1 area of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Provided follow-up after the visit
- Flexible scheduling
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Office Location
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| Dr. Vijay Pethkar, MD | Dr. Theodore Feld Reiss | Dr. Walter Mclaren Robinson | Dr. Stylianos Andrea Kakoullis |
| Pulmonology | Internal Medicine | Pulmonology | Critical Care Medicine |
| 41 Years of Experience | 43 Years of Experience | 38 Years of Experience | 31 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Nashville , TN | Nashville , TN | Nashville , TN | Brentwood , TN |
| Med School: Osmania Medical College | Med School: Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine | Med School: Emory University | Med School: University Of Pecs Medical School |
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Medical Specialties
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Specialty Expertise
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Certifications, License, & Education
41 Years Experience
Dr. Vijay Pethkar holds an active medical license in the state of Tennessee.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Tennessee that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Wayne State University.
Medical School
Graduated from Osmania Medical College in 1985.
NPI Number
Dr. Pethkar's NPI number is 1669470555.
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- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Vijay Pethkar accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Vijay Pethkar affiliated with?
- Dr. Vijay Pethkar is affiliated with Tennova Healthcare - Lebanon.
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