Yuri Villaran, MD

Dr. Yuri Villaran is a pulmonologist who has dedicated 38 years to treating lung and respiratory conditions. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia Facultad De Medicina Alberto Hurtado and completed his residency at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. Dr. Villaran speaks both English and Spanish, helping him connect with diverse patient populations throughout his extensive career.

Dr. Villaran practices in Lexington, Kentucky, and maintains affiliations with Baptist Health Lexington, Saint Joseph Hospital, Chi Saint Joseph East, and Baptist Health Hamburg. He specializes in managing serious breathing problems including respiratory failure and high blood pressure emergencies. His expertise includes advanced diagnostic testing such as pulmonary function testing and bronchodilator reversibility testing, along with specialized treatments like therapeutic hypothermia. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars.